We're back today with Janssen's follow-up post on what it was really like taking her regular old home and turning it into a "smart home". Did you see her first post on the topic?Full disclosure: after reading Janssen's review, I am more than a little jealous that I gave this post to her instead of keeping the Iris by Lowe's system for myself. I could really use the ability to turn off my son's star light with my phone after he falls asleep at night.And a smart fob I can just put on … [Read more...]
I Found the Perfect Laptop/Tablet for Kids and I’m Giving It Away!
Don't you love it when you finally find the tool you've been searching for to make things run more smoothly!?For me that elusive tool has been the perfect budget-priced computer for my kids (ages 5 and 7).Bonus: We're giving one away! All you have to do is follow these two steps:Sign up for our newsletter Be sure to click the confirmation email we send you.You'll automatically be entered in the giveaway and, as a bonus, I'll also send you my Free Report: The 3 Apps I Use … [Read more...]
How Iris is Helping Combat My Mom Brain
I was telling a friend recently that I don't feel like I ever suffered from "pregnancy brain" during my three pregnancies, but I definitely have "mom brain." Between three little kids, a new house that needs a fair amount of updating, a small business, and all the regular household tasks like laundry, library books, grocery shopping, and dance classes, I feel like things are always falling between the cracks.I'm always looking for things that make managing my life a little easier and … [Read more...]
1 Year to a Non-Toxic Home: Best Bedding Ever
Last month I announced a brand new series on the blog, 1 Year to a Non-Toxic Home. In the coming months I intend to cover it all, beauty products, self-care products, cleaning products and, of course, your bed.In fact, I'm starting off with the bed and I'm sure you can guess why.Because of the huge amount of our lives that we spend there, of course. This makes it so, so important that everything about these comfy sanctuaries are designed to support and nurture our health!As you may … [Read more...]
Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa: An Insider’s Guide
All this month we're talking about New Year's Resolutions and today I am SO VERY EXCITED to finally share with you one of the most amazing experiences of my life, which came about from a 12th-hour New Year's resolution- to travel more as a family.This story is actually a little crazy, and more than a little out of character for my Type-A self. Here's how it all started...It was early November last year when three important things happened.First, I came across a very compelling … [Read more...]
3 Podcast Episodes That Are Crazy Good
Since our post 3 Apps I Use Everyday with My Kids was such a hit, I thought it would be fun to do another mini-roundup today. This time of 3 podcast episodes that are crazy good.I want to note, this is a list of specific podcast episodes that I've loved lately. I've got a more comprehensive list of some of my favorite podcast shows coming soon!So the next time you're doing the laundry, on the treadmill, or in the bath and you need some grown-up talk, grab your phone and give one of these … [Read more...]
2016 Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life Printables NOW Available!
It's nearly April and that can only mean two things. First, it's officially spring cleaning time. Second (and decidedly more fun), Spring Break is coming!Whether the idea of cleaning, sprucing and organizing fills you with glee or with dread - I've got an awesome offering today to help you get it done quickly AND to enjoy all the extra free time with the kids.We're offering an extremely limited time, "Save Your Spring" Bundle on our most popular PDF products.Get $8 off when you buy … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Energy Back
Image Credit: © Donnie Ray Jones | 10.26.14 (text added) | CC by 2.0Do you ever think to yourself, "I am ALWAYS tired."?I went through a big slump after having S, in which I just couldn't seem to find my energy anywhere. Plus, I had headaches for a lot of the day, every day.All that exhaustion and pain meant I had no energy to play with the kids plus I was moody and crabby with a short fuse and very short on Mama patience.At first I tried to figure it out on my own, then I sought … [Read more...]
Roundup: Not Your Mother’s Engravable Jewelry
Valentine's Day is just around the corner so I thought today would be a good time to roundup some of my favorite engravable "initials" jewelry and show you that there's more to Stella & Dot than just #5RingsToStopYelling.And if a link to this post, or any of the links within the post, happens to, somehow, get emailed to your husband, then it'll be a win-win-win.Your hubby will be guaranteed a victory with his V-day gift this year and you will get a gorgeous piece of bling … [Read more...]