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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Early Access: My List of 20 Must-Haves for Moms

July 13 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

It's that time of year again... the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here! If you're anything like me, that means it's time to stock up on some essential pieces to build your fall and winter mom wardrobe at some incredible prices. And if you're anything like me, you might also be slightly overwhelmed by all of the choices! Which is why I try to do a lot of the leg work for you. I know as busy moms we prioritize comfort, durability and cost along with style... and I've totally got you … [Read more...]

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The 5 Best Toys for Extending Your Time Outside with the Kids

June 21 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

School is officially out and this momma is ready! When it comes to summer, there are a few supplies I just can't do without as a mom of three; sunscreen, easily-portable snacks, and the perfect beach and water toys. To me, plunking down a little of my hard-earned money on high quality outdoor toys- that I know will last us all summer long- is more than worth it. I want my kids outside and away from screens as much as possible (and if I get to relax on the beach or in a lawn chair in my … [Read more...]

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How to Survive Meltdowns, Panic Attacks, Delays & 2nd Degree Burns at the Airport

June 14 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

photo via Pillow Sew Cute's Etsy Shop Hey guys, I'm working on a very cool summer offering for you all this week- stay tuned! In the meantime, though, I've been thinking a lot about family summer travel and I wanted to share one of my earliest blog posts on the topic- all the way back from 2011. Enjoy! A few weeks ago my family took a much needed vacation to my in-laws Montana lake house. The time away was pure bliss, the getting there and back... not so much.   It was the … [Read more...]

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Summer Shoes & Suits to Snatch Up at the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale!

May 31 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

There's only a few days left of the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale, have you checked it out yet? This sale is notoriously fabulous- with savings averaging around 40% off- but it can sometimes be a time suck to dig through everything. Which is why I've done the hard work for you. Below I've rounded up some of my favorite hot mama finds for the summer. Enjoy! Bathing Suits I am very much a bargain shopper (Target is my happy place) but I've found as I've gotten older that spending a little … [Read more...]

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My Secret Tool for Ensuring a Great Summer with the Kids

May 25 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Now that summer is just around the corner, are you prepared for it? While most of us hope our summers will be filled with long days languishing in the sun, the reality can often be quite different. My biggest tip going into my 10th summer as a mama (whaa?!!)- and having 3 kids who are still relatively young- take a little time to throw together a general daily schedule. I'm not gonna sugar coat it... Finding a way to occupy the kids all summer is always challenging. I know I sure … [Read more...]

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5 Mother’s Day Gifts Guaranteed to Wow!

May 6 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

*This post is sponsored by Warner Bros. Pictures. Mother's Day is next weekend. How about skipping the usual card/flowers/candle and getting something that she'll truly love this year? Regardless of age, all moms will appreciate a gift involving a little self-care this May. Here are 5 ideas guaranteed to wow...   #1 Clarisonic Sonic Foundation Makeup Blending Brush I received this magic little makeup brush for Christmas and I'm not kidding when I tell you it's a game-changer. The … [Read more...]

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Parenting Hacks: 4 Must-Dos Before Hosting Your Kids’ First Sleep-Over

April 26 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

As exciting as it is to host a kids’ sleepover for the first time, it can also feel a little overwhelming to imagine your home filled with a group of children you need to feed, entertain and—somehow—put to bed sometime before the next sunrise. But don't worry, with just a little bit of planning, you can make your child's first sleepover a rousing success.   #1 - Get Creative with the Sleeping Arrangements A large part of hosting a sleepover is understanding how many kids you can … [Read more...]

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The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle is Back… and It’s Jaw-Droppingly Great

April 11 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Good news guys, I know exactly what you should ask for from your hubby for Mother's Day this year! But first let's back up... Does being a mom and (and running the day-to-day workings of your family) ever feel a little too hard? Ok, that's not a real question... I know it does. There’s no question that you love your family like crazy and you’d do anything for them, but we all know it can be an exhausting job. If you're one of our 30,000+ newsletter subscribers, you know that this is a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fresh Finds: The Everyday Tagged With: ebooks for moms, ecourses for moms, How to get organized, The ultimate homemaking bundle

Earth Day Activities and Recipes

April 3 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

The Best Earth Day Activities and Recipes - Lots of great, do-able ideas here, we're going to do the seed starters in ice cream cones as well as the plantable paper Earth!

It's really too bad Earth Day doesn't get the same fanfare as Valentine's Day, Halloween, and the like. The shape our environment's in these days, we could certainly use a day where every family sits down and really talks to their children about the impact (both positive and negative) that they can have on the world they live in. Here are 14 of our favorite ideas to help you hold an Earth Day celebration at your house. Show Above Clockwise from top right Make a Plantable Paper Earth - … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Creating & Engaging, Holiday, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: Earth Day activities for kids, Earth Day desserts, Earth Day treats, Planting activities for kids

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