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30-minute sheet pan dinners: nineteen easy dinner options

30 sheet pan dinners ready in under 25 minutes

January 19, 2019 No Comments

How to Stay Awake Without Coffee

When you need to stay awake without coffee, check out these healthy recommendations from a registered dietitian!

December 2, 2018 No Comments

DIY Holiday gifts in a jar: Protein balls and energy bites

You’ve probably already heard that no-bake protein balls & energy bites are the cool new “cookies” that Santa’s Elves are rolling. So when it comes to DIY gifting, if you’re like me and love the idea, but sometimes miss the mark a tad (think: pinterest fail, lol), these DIY Christmas Jars are a simple and foolproof way to avoid the land of misfit gifts. Plus, they’re delicious & healthy, so whether it’s a hostess gift or a teacher gift, or any other type of gift for that matter, these DIY mason jars are perfect!

November 27, 2018 No Comments

How to handle Halloween candy and kids

This time of year, I get asked ALL THE TIME about how to handle Halloween candy and kids. In this article, we cover some different strategies to consider.

October 23, 2018 1 Comment

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Why should you have fat in your diet?

Why should you have fat in your diet?: 5 reasons to not fear fat

October 2, 2018 No Comments

What can you cook in an air fryer?

It’s probably one of the hottest cooking trends right now, but you may be wondering, what can you cook in an air fryer?

September 22, 2018 2 Comments

Cold pumpkin recipes for warmer weather

Cold Pumpkin Recipes For Warmer Weather

It’s the middle of September, the kids are back in school, and while fall is supposed to be just around the corner, if you live in the South like I do, you won’t be seeing those fall-like temperatures anytime soon. So, if you’re also like me and want to enjoy all thing pumpkin this time of year, keep reading for tons of cold pumpkin recipes for warmer weather.

September 16, 2018 No Comments

7 things you should buy at the grocery store that aren’t food

What’s on your weekly grocery list? Ever wondered what things you should buy at the grocery store that aren’t food? If you’re only buying food at the grocery store, then you may be missing out on some great deals…

September 9, 2018 No Comments

5 After School Snacks that Won’t Ruin Dinner

5 After School Snack Ideas that Won’t Ruin Dinner

It’s the middle of August, and kids have already started heading back to school in certain parts of the country. (My oldest started yesterday!) The first day of school can bring a flood of emotions and potentially stress, but it also brings a return to some semblance of “normalcy” for a lot of families… though, I don’t think anything’s ever quite “normal” when it comes to life with kids, but anyways…

August 16, 2018 No Comments

10 Low Sugar Lunchbox Staples

Ready or not, school is just around the corner! Hard to believe right?! Do you know what you’re going to pack for your kids for lunch on that first day? Ya, I don’t either, it’s ok. But, one thing I do know is that loading my kids up with sugar at lunchtime is a sure fire way to make sure they’re exhausted and unable to focus in the afternoon. So, here are my Top 10 Low Sugar Lunchbox Staples:

August 11, 2018 No Comments

The terrifying experience that taught me how a medical ID saves lives

Have you ever really thought about it? Did you know a medical ID saves lives? What would you do if you found yourself in an

May 12, 2018 No Comments

9 simple steps to achieving a clutter free pantry

A couple months ago, I shared over on Instagram how Rachel Dickerson from A Beautiful Mess 101 helped me declutter my pantry. Since then, I

May 5, 2018 No Comments