Thank you Heluva Good! for sponsoring this post. I can't believe that it's already nearly mid-August! You guys know how much I love fall, but at the moment I'm still really enjoying this season, and not in any rush for it to end. We've been living our best summer lives these last couple of months with lots of pool days, barbecues, trips to the beach, and of course noshing on ... Read More
Healthy Snack Ideas for Back to School + A Free Printable Snack Idea List
This post is sponsored by Sensible Portions but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. It doesn't really matter what time of year it is, my kids have always been all about their snacks! That being said, I prefer to have lots of healthy snack options on hand at all times, so that when they are hungry, it's a no-brainer for them to reach for something nutritious. ... Read More
Almond Joy Overnight Oats
When we returned home from our little vacation last weekend, I vowed that this week I was going to start eating healthy again. While we were in NY, I indulged in lots of cheese, donuts, and adult beverages... I mean what are vacations for? It was fun, but in all honesty, by the end of the week, my body felt terrible. It always does when I eat a lot of junk. I'm still loosely ... Read More
A Peek At Our Summer Routine | Our Favorite Easy Breakfast
This post is sponsored by FAGE, however all of the thoughts and opinions expressed here are entirely my own. Summer is officially here. My kids are all out of school, and for the next couple of months it seems we can finally slow down a little and take a break from the morning hustle we have become so accustomed to during the past year. As much as I live for having some sort ... Read More
6 Tips for Parents Trying to Survive Summer Break
This post is sponsored by Babbleboxx.com on behalf of Boston Market. School's out for summer, and if you're a parent to younger kids like I am, then you're probably trying to figure out how you're going to survive the next couple of months while your kiddos are at home. Not to worry, I've got you. The following tips might not be hugely groundbreaking, but I promise they'll ... Read More
Honey Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
When I was a kid, just hearing the words "brussels sprouts", would send me running for the hills. Truth be told, I'm pretty sure I never even tried them. I just decided that they looked gross and they smelled pretty terrible while they were cooking. Fast forward to adulthood, and I can't get enough of them. Shaved, raw, sautéed, paired with bacon, now matter how they're served, ... Read More
Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
I swear this isn't turning into a food-only blog even though it might seem that way lately. I've just been getting a little bit more creative with my cooking lately (ever since starting Faster Way to Fat Loss), and sharing a lot of what I've been making/eating over on Instagram. As a result, many of you have been requesting recipes, and since one of my main goals for this space ... Read More
My Favorite Weight Watchers Snacks & Hacks
As most of you guys already know, I've been following the Weight Watchers plan since I was about 1 month postpartum with Lilah, around 23 weeks now. I'm a huge fan of WW. I have used it in the past, and I am having great success with it this time around (I'm down close to 28 pounds since joining). The program changes every few years, and each time I have followed it, it has ... Read More
Our Favorite Homemade Salsa
It's summer. The days are long, and hot, and we've been enjoying dinner and snacks out on the patio with a cold drink in our hands, while the kids run around and play. Dinner is made on the grill most nights, and quick and simple pretty much always wins. Lately we can't get enough of this fresh homemade salsa. We've been eating it with chips, on fajitas and tacos, on eggs, on ... Read More
Tips for Encouraging a Picky Toddler to Eat Healthy Foods
This post is sponsored by Happy Family at Target but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. With every one of my kids it's been the same story. They all start off as great eaters. They try everything. They love fruits and veggies, and meats too. They almost always clean their plates. Then somewhere around the age of two, mealtime becomes a battle. They start to ... Read More
