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Scribble Transforms Artwork into a Keepsake Book {Giveaway Contest}

Posted on September 25, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Mommy Stuff | Tags: kids photo book of art, Scribble Creativity, Scribble Photo Book, Steven Au | 5 Comments

Back to School_Scribble

I remember when my daughter was in preschool, and she would come home with piles of artwork that she created during arts & crafts time. I used to keep them in a box, display a few on the refrigerator door and give the rest to her grandparents. As the preschool years turn into elementary school years and even now that she is in a high school advanced drawing class, the dilemma is always, “what do we do with the artwork?” Enter Scribble, a … [Read more...]

Back-to-School Shopping Guide: Products for Any Age and Stage

Posted on August 11, 2023 | Filed Under: Books, Food, Misc, Mommy Stuff, Reviews | Tags: Back-to-School shopping, Mabel's Labels, Ulysses Press, Waterloo Sparkling Water | Leave a Comment

Back to School_Shopping Guide Banner

Note: I was sent products for inclusion in my back-to-school shopping guide. There are some affiliate links in this article. Parents and students alike are excited (or dreading) back-to-school. Having fun, new items to take to school, read, eat or drink can help take the sting out of it. Even if your child has already started school, it’s not too late to purchase or order these products because they can be used year-round. For the … [Read more...]

Nail Garden Porter Ranch {Salon Review}

Posted on March 23, 2023 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff, Product Reviews | Tags: Nail Garden, Nail Garden Porter Ranch, nail salons, Porter Ranch nail salon | 2 Comments

Nail Garden Porter Ranch - Pedicure Stations

Getting a mani-pedi at Nail Garden Porter Ranch is a blissful and relaxing experience. From the moment that you step into the salon, it’s like you’ve been transported to a peaceful garden. Nail Garden Porter Ranch opened its doors in June 2022. The beautifully decorated salon offers manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements (acrylics, gel manicures, etc.) and waxing services. Recently I visited Nail Garden and was treated to their Garden … [Read more...]

Friday Feels: Winter Edition

Posted on March 10, 2023 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff, Pop Culture | Tags: Academy Awards, Apple TV Plus, hot cocoa cream cheese, Oscars, Ted Lasso | 2 Comments

hot cocoa cream cheese

TGIF, we made it through the week! This winter has brought so much rain to SoCal and I feel like we are one step closer to floating away. Despite the crazy weather at times, I’ve been running around the Valley – here, there and everywhere. Fortunately, we are going to see some sunny skies soon on Sunday, which brings me to the first topic in my round-up of things that I am feeling this week. Oscar Sunday As a pop culture enthusiast, the … [Read more...]

A Mouthful of Air {Movie Review + Cast Interviews}

Posted on January 6, 2022 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff, Pop Culture | Tags: A Mouthful of Air, Amanda Seyfried, Amy Koppelman, postpartum depression, Sony Pictures | Leave a Comment

Mouthful of Air - Amanda Seyfried

A Mouthful of Air is based on writer/director Amy Koppelman’s book of the same name. The film is an honest portrayal of a first-time mother, Julie Davis (played by Amanda Seyfried), and her struggle with postpartum depression (PPD) and anxiety. The story is told in a linear fashion with some flashbacks so that you can see Julie’s childhood, as well as the moments that lead up to certain situations. Ethan Davis (Finn Wittrock) is … [Read more...]

Savor the Moment with My Mommy Goodness

Posted on September 1, 2021 | Filed Under: Mommy Stuff, Product Reviews | Tags: Four Steps Bracelet, Mandala Journal, My Mommy Goodness, Yummy Mommy Candle | Leave a Comment

My Mommy Goodness_beauty

As a busy mom, I’ve found that it is important to carve out time for yourself. There’s been a lot of talk about self-care but what does that mean? For some women it can be meditation, working out or treating yourself to a nice gift. With My Mommy Goodness, you can find items to help you with that and more! I’ve found that journaling my thoughts has really helped center me during these hectic and challenging times. Sometimes it’s a list of … [Read more...]

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