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On the blog today, I’m sharing 5 must haves for stay-at-home-moms. You can also grab my free self-care workbook while you’re there! Just click the link in my bio!
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You’ll find a little bit more about the items pictured, including my new hair color from @esalon, sanitizer from @bornbasicbrand, lip plumper from @grandecosmetics, nail & foot repair from @kerasal, and book from @authorrobynwilliams!
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#fallforselfcarebbxx #esalon #renaissanceresurgence #renaissancemoment #kerasal #grandecosmetics

I have a picky toddler. THERE. I said it. #ad
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His diet isn’t something to brag about. At this point, I’m feeding him anything he will eat just to get by. Honestly, it concerns me.
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So, to make sure my toddler gets all those healthy nutrients, I’m giving him @ElseNutrition Complete Nutrition Drink for Toddlers. I’m really excited about this drink because it is LOADED with vitamins & nutrients that will help my boy grow big & strong. Plus, it’s all-natural and approved by pediatricians & nutritionists.
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The best part? He actually LIKES it. I call that an all-around parenting WIN!
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If you’re in need of something else for your toddler – use my discount code for 25% off:
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#SomethingElseIsHere #ElseNutrition #ToddlerNutrition

So, I dyed my own hair for the first time in many

So, I dyed my own hair for the first time in many years… (ad)
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To say my hair needed a refresher is an understatement. I actually didn’t realize how bad my hair was until I took these before/after photos (swipe to see the before).
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The process was much simpler than I expected and the results speak for themselves. I’m so pleased with the results that I will certainly be using eSalon whenever I can’t visit an actual stylist. Thanks @babbleboxxofficial for introducing me to this great service! I finally feel confident again – which is a big deal considering I just had a baby.
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#FallForSelfCareBBxx #esalon #newhairwhodis #selfcareformoms #sustainablehaircolor

“Who needs superheroes when you have a brother?” 🌟
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My toddler loves his baby brother dearly. How do I know? Aside from the obvious, he asks his brother to cuddle him every day. Before now, mama was the ONLY one he would say “cuddle me” to. I’m such a proud mommy to see my 2 year old give his little brother so much affection.
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Thank you @kossinacreative for this beautiful photo. 💙 #siblingsquad #unfilteredmotherhood #brotherlylove

EAT LOCAL. 😜🤱🏻 #breastfeedingisbeautiful

EAT LOCAL. 😜🤱🏻 #breastfeedingisbeautiful

I’ll admit it: I sometimes cut corners as a mama

I’m officially THAT mom. Matching outfits from @

I’m officially THAT mom. Matching outfits from @carters for the win! 💙💙 #brotherlife #lovecarters

AD: School is back in session and it's time to rec

AD: School is back in session and it's time to recognize the teachers who are heading back into the classroom.
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Using fun craft blanks, my favorite @officialcricut supplies, and my Cricut Joy – I made personalized back to school teacher gifts: tissue boxes for the classroom and face masks for teachers!
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Visit the link in my bio for tutorials on how to create both! Plus, get 10 Face Mask tutorials for back to school! https://lnk2.io/wZMzz9h
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#cricutcreated #cricutjoy #backtoschool #diyfacemasks #kindnessmatters #infusibleink #teachloveinspire