**Full Disclosure: I attended a sponsored Mom Trends event with SwimToday. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Growing up, my sister and I spent a good amount of time at the swimming pool down the street from our home. I lounged poolside with a book and plenty of sunscreen, occasionally taking a dip in the water to cool off. My sister ... Read More about Why is Swimming a Great Sport for Kids? #FunnestSport #MTSwimTexas
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Back-to-School with OshKosh B’Gosh #ad #IC #backtobgosh #BgoshJeanius
**Full Disclosure: I participated in a Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’Gosh. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. My boys don't mind shopping for new school supplies but they absolutely dread shopping for new clothes. I should be thankful, right? Because ... Read More about Back-to-School with OshKosh B’Gosh #ad #IC #backtobgosh #BgoshJeanius
Using PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer to Fight Germs #ad #PURELL30 #PURELLChallenge
**Full Disclosure: This post was sponsored by GOJO Industries, the makers of PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. School starts in two weeks. My kids are ready, and so am I! Earlier this week we went to Target and knocked out every last bit of our back to school shopping. Target is ... Read More about Using PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer to Fight Germs #ad #PURELL30 #PURELLChallenge
Hawaiian Meatball Appetizers with Farm Rich Snacks #ad #BackYourSnack
**Full Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BackYourSnack #CollectiveBias With summer coming to an end, my family and I have been thinking about how we will say sayonara (goodbye) for the time being. Ultimately, we decided nothing ... Read More about Hawaiian Meatball Appetizers with Farm Rich Snacks #ad #BackYourSnack
Serve Spinach Arugula Salad with Your #EffortlessMeals! #ad
**Full Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EffortlessMeals #CollectiveBias Last year, both of my kids were at the same elementary school. One in 5th grade and the other in Kindergarten. Most days, I felt like I had our routine under control. ... Read More about Serve Spinach Arugula Salad with Your #EffortlessMeals! #ad
Pamper Your Pet with a DIY Cat Hammock #ad #PetsLoveBeyond
**Full Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PetsLoveBeyond #CollectiveBias We have four cats - Frank, Slim, Louie and Mordu. My family and I affectionately call all four of them the 'gatos' (Spanish for cat). Frank is our oldest and he is ... Read More about Pamper Your Pet with a DIY Cat Hammock #ad #PetsLoveBeyond
Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle During Back to School #ad #RewardHealthyChoices
**Full Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RewardHealthyChoices #CollectiveBias My kids start school in 14 days. It seems like too much and not enough time all at once. We are ready. The supplies are purchased, clothing drawers have been ... Read More about Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle During Back to School #ad #RewardHealthyChoices
Challenge Your Savings: A College Savings Plan #ad #360Savings
**Full Disclosure: Thanks to Capital One Bank for financially supporting today's post. All opinions are my own. A new survey from Capital One Bank revealed that while people feel happiness and satisfaction from saving money, they also find it hard to actually save because of financial constraints and deep-rooted spending habits. I can say ... Read More about Challenge Your Savings: A College Savings Plan #ad #360Savings
Kids in the Kitchen: 6 Snacks Kids Can Make & Eat! #ShamrockatWalmart
**Full Disclosure: This post is brought to you by Shamrock Farms. All opinions are my own. Can you believe summer is coming to a close? It feels like my kids and I haven't really taken full advantage of the time off, but we've spent time playing with friends, planning a (winter) road trip, watching movies and playing in the kitchen. ... Read More about Kids in the Kitchen: 6 Snacks Kids Can Make & Eat! #ShamrockatWalmart
Protein-Packed Snack to Boost Energy #ad #PlentiYogurt #LandofPlenti
Can I tell you a secret? I am awful about making myself eat lunch so my mid-afternoon snacks are essential. Of course, I make sure the boys eat plenty, but I fail at taking the time to care for myself the way I should. There is a new Greek yogurt - Yoplait Plentí - which is filled with more of the good stuff. It's a gluten free snack made ... Read More about Protein-Packed Snack to Boost Energy #ad #PlentiYogurt #LandofPlenti