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Free Resources to Try “Yogic Sleep”

October 17 by Anna

Have you guys heard of "yogic sleep"?  It's a practice that can help with stress, insomnia, anxiety, and more. I'm so excited to try it, wanna do it with me?  Here's Anna with the details...One of the most challenging aspects of motherhood for me has been finding ways to quiet my mind. I hate to admit this, but even on my yoga mat or during mass it's difficult to quiet the chatter of to-do lists that run through my mind like a news ticker with neon lights. In a more literal sense, there is the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anna, Mom Health, Beauty & Style, Style & Simplify Tagged With: insomnia treatments, meditation, meditation techniques, tips for insomnia, yoga nidra, yoga routine, yoga tips, yogic sleep

The Nordstrom Sale Ends Today- Grab These Now!

August 4 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Today is it guys, the very last day of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!While a lot of things are selling out as I type this, the good news is that there are still amazing deals to be had, you just have to know where to look... and I've done my very best to include them all below.You'll find lots of shoes and clothes for you but, also, don't forget about the less talked-about but equally awesome sales on home stuff, kid stuff, and beauty stuff!!Again, my apologies if anything is sold … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style Tagged With: #Nsale, back to school clothes, kids clothes, kids nordstrom sale, Mom capsule wardrobe, mom mixable wardrobe, mom style, mom wardrobe, nordstrom anniversary sale, nordstrom sale

15 Pieces to Grab Before the Nordstrom Sale Ends!

July 29 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

There's only a week left of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!While a lot of things have sold out at this point, there are still treasures to be had, I promise.Not only that, I've once again done all the hard work for you! We'll get to those shortly but first, don't forget to check out the posts I've already written on the sale:All the Shoes You Should Buy from the Nordstrom Anniversary SaleThe Ultimate Mom Finds from the Nordstrom Anniversary SaleAll caught up? Great, now … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style Tagged With: #Nsale, capsule wardrobe, capsule wardrobe for moms, mom wardrobe, nordstrom anniversary sale

15 Summer Hairstyles that Take 5 Minutes or Less

May 9 by Kristin

15 summer hair styles that take 5 minutes or less!

As the school year comes to close, I'm looking at my personal time shrinking like crazy.  Don't get me wrong, I love spending the days with my kids at the beach or the pool.  I also love not having to pack lunches.But, let's admit it, having my kids home from school means that I may not get a shower before we start the day.  It also means that my hair will look less than stellar.This summer, I'm looking for hair styles that take 5 minutes or less.I'm also looking for styles that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kristin, Mom Health, Beauty & Style Tagged With: 5 minute hair styles, easy braids, easy hair for moms, easy hair styles, easy on-the-go hair, easy summer hair, hair tips for busy moms, summer hair styles

Stock Your Kitchen with these Must-Have Foods for Cold & Flu Season

January 16 by Natalie

Were you sick over the holidays? Are you still getting over - or just starting - those nagging cold and flu symptoms? We may have entered a new year, but that doesn't mean our immune systems get an automatic fresh start. While many of us are thinking about losing weight and changing our diets, we should be thinking about supporting our immune health through food, as well. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Mom Health, Beauty & Style, Natalie Tagged With: cold fighting foods, cold prevention, DIY cold remedies, foods that fight sickness, homemade cold remedies, homemade flu remedies, immune boosting foods, natural cold remedies, natural cold remedy, natural flu remedies

19 Incredible Christmas Gift Ideas at the Nordstrom Sale

July 31 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale isn't the first place you think of for shopping for Christmas gifts - being that it starts in July and all. But it's a well-kept secret is that it's a major money saver to shop the sale for Christmas gifts - there are so many great finds for everyone on your list! To help you find the best stuff fast (cause I know you need fast), I've rounded up all my favorite ideas below. Grab a few before the sale ends on August 6th - … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style, Uncategorized Tagged With: #Nsale, best gifts from the Nordstrom anniversary sale, nordstrom anniversary sale

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Photos from the Dressing Room

July 25 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

My favorite finds for modern, minimalist moms at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

You guys have had such an enthusiastic response to my Nordstrom Sale coverage this year that I decided to take it one step further and give you pics of some of the pieces as I try them on.Of course, at this point in the sale it's often notoriously difficult to find exactly what you're looking for in store but I did my best!For a full look at all of my favorites, don't forget to check out these three roundup posts:The Ultimate Minimalist Mom Capsule Wardrobe Back-to-School Deals … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style Tagged With: #Nsale, Mom capsule wardrobe, mom wardrobe, nordstrom anniversary sale

#NSale: Workout Wear (aka The Pieces I Plan to Live In)

July 23 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

The best athleisure wear finds at the Nordstrom Sale!

#1 Socialite Ruched Sleeve Sweatshirt $49, Now $31.90I absolutely love the ballerina cut of this sweatshirt and at this price, I just wish there were more colors to buy it in!LATE ADDITION: I just tried on this Caslon tie knot sweat shirt in the store and I love it so much guys! It looks equally great with yoga pants and skinny jeans alike! #2 Nike Gym Zip Hoodie $60, Now $36.98I bought this at last year's sale and wear it several times a week in the spring, summer … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style Tagged With: #Nsale, athleisure wear, capsule wardrobe, fall capsule wardrobe, Mom capsule wardrobe, nordstrom anniversary ale, the best of the nordstrom anniversary sale, winter capsule wardrobe

A Few of My New Favorite Things

May 7 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

100 Ways to Be Kind to Your Child - One of my very favorite pieces in our whole house! Not only does it look cool, it also gives me a small daily reminder of the mom I want to be!

I realized lately I've been steadily filing away a lot of things I've wanted to share with you but - for one reason or another - haven't yet.No time like the present, right? 100 Ways to Be Kind to Your Child First up is this absolutely fabulous poster, which was created by one of my Camp Mom: Summer Activities Kit co-writers, Alissa of Creative With Kids.It arrived last week and now resides in a place of honor above the play kitchen in our play/family room (side note: this room looks … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mom Health, Beauty & Style, MPMK's Favorite Things Tagged With: 100 Ways to be kind to your child, best gift for a one year old, Best gifts for young toddler, family prints, little tike haul and ride, Personal stylist by mail, play room printable, positive parenting, Stitch Fix

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