Baby Summary 4 weeks old, baby #5

by Meghan // July 6, 2020 // No Comments

Baby Sir is doing just wonderfully thus far. We came home with an easy baby. By The Baby Whisperer standards, he is an “angel baby,” meaning He only fusses when he has gas or has a serious complaint… and even... Continue reading →

Baby #5 {a birth story}

by Meghan // June 27, 2020 // No Comments

Let me preface with a few things- Before this I’ve had 4 babies whose labors were 12.5, 13.5, 7 (my water broke doing spinning babies), and 16 hours. the whole time Baby Sir was was in the womb, he was... Continue reading →

Easy Kid Approved Pasta Meals {food allergy friendly}

by Meghan // June 26, 2020 // No Comments

(Photo by sheri silver on Unsplash) When it comes to feeding hungry families, pasta never goes out of style or favor. I think kids eat more when summer is in full swing, than other seasons. As families with full... Continue reading →

Free Devotional Everyday Grace for Moms EDevo

Free Mother’s Day Devotional from Hachette Book Group

by Meghan // May 6, 2020 // No Comments

I *love* working with Hachette Book Group, and here they are again with freebies for moms- Send the mamas in your life a little encouragement for all that they do and all that they are. Authors Denae Jones and Jennifer... Continue reading →

Homeschooling for the New Homeschool Family

by Meghan // May 6, 2020 // No Comments

If you are new to the concept of homeschooling, whether forced by Covid19 or just interested in it for the future, you’re probably looking for idea, tips, and ways to prevent overwhelm. Find a Routine It’s highly recommended that you... Continue reading →

baked oatmeal dairy alternative ingredients

{dairy free} Nutritious Baked Oatmeal

by Meghan // May 2, 2020 // 2 Comments

One of my absolute favorite, go-to recipes for my family’s breakfast is baked oatmeal. The first recipe I received was from a very dear friend, at an informational class I attended. I have since modified it just a tiny bit... Continue reading →

Crisis Schooling at Home Simplified

by Meghan // April 25, 2020 // No Comments

Today parents all over the world find themselves crisis schooling their children- This is much different than homeschooling. Even homeschooling families that always homeschooled are crisis schooling, because homeschooling like normal has been brought to a halt. There are no... Continue reading →

5 Ways To Stay Connected As A Family During Social Distancing And Lockdown

Stay Connected To Family & Friends During Lockdown

by Meghan // April 24, 2020 // No Comments

Image Credit: Pexels, Free to Use Licence. COVID-19, social distancing measures and lockdown have put restrictions on families and friends, stopping them from visiting one another and gathering in close groups. For elderly relatives, or those living alone, this... Continue reading →

Why You Should Prime Before Chalk Painting

by Meghan // April 24, 2020 // 21 Comments

{original publish date February 13, 2018} Update: All of the painting I did and have done since, using this technique has held up to daily use and abuse by a family of 6, with 4 small children. I finally finished... Continue reading →

Going Green at Home and Homestead is Easy

by Meghan // April 21, 2020 // No Comments

Whether your home is a farm, a homeschool for your children, or a typical family dwelling, you can save money and energy by going green at home. Adopting eco-friendly habits at home is sure to improve the life of our... Continue reading →