Links – Page 2 – Memoirs of a Stay at Home Mom

Family, Gifts, Holidays, Kids, Links, Lists, Mom blog, Mom Life, Mood Boards, Motherhood, Parenting, Women's health

Mother’s Day Gift Guide pt. 2

April 26, 2018 sarahcarleypaul

We’re back for the second part of the Mother’s Day gift guide. Most moms these days are either into fitness for fitness’ sake or, if they’re like me, are into fitness because: toddlers. Either way, there are so many great gift options available that encompass fitness and health. You don’t have to weigh mom down with dumbells and gym memberships in order to meet her interests (although if she’s into that, the what the hell). Today you can find neat water bottles that infuse natural fruit flavoring, punny tops that motivate, fitness trackers, etc., etc. I’ve rounded up a few of my personal favorites to show y’all today. I hope you find something for mom so she can have her cake and eat it too — so to speak.

Come back tomorrow for more great Mother’s Day goodies!

Previous Posts
Mother’s Day Gift Guide pt. 1

Family, Gifts, Holidays, Links, Lists, Mom Life, Mood Boards, Motherhood, Parenting, Uncategorized

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

April 24, 2018 sarahcarleypaul

If you’re like me, you’re probably wondering where in the world the time has gone. How is it already late April?! Per usual, time has a way of making itself into an epic whirlwind. With that said, Mother’s Day is upon us. Hell, most you ARE mommas, so that isn’t exactly news to you. But some of you might be wondering what on earth to get for that special ladies (or several special ladies) in your life to show them your appreciation. I absolutely fall into that category; I could give my own mom a stick tied with a string and she’d manage to not only find a use for it, but she would also genuinely appreciate the “thought”.

Contrary to popular belief, people like this are not easy to buy for (I’m lookin’ at you, Elizabeth). In fact, the desire to find the perfect thing for that person only intensifies itself. Now, I’m lucky in that I know my mom pretty well and know what she likes, what she loves, and what she says she likes but really hates. But sometimes a brain fart squeaks its way into the forefront of the old brain box and *poof* you’re lost. This is where a gift guide comes in handy. I have compiled various lists of possible Mother’s Day gift items that might strike your fancy. If not, hopefully, it can point you in the right direction. Come back every day to see a different category!

Today we’re starting off with an old standby: jewelry. I love jewelry, but I’m not super keen on over-the-top, fancy stuff. I do have little ones, after all, and no nanny, so expensive baubles just aren’t my cup of tea. I adore sentimental jewelry, however. Below are a few of my absolute favorites — with links included!

mother's day1.png

Hope you find something wonderful from these suggestions and come back tomorrow for more gift ideas!

Baby, Family, Kids, Links, Lists, Mood Boards, Motherhood, Parenting

My Must Have Baby Items (with links!)

April 4, 2018April 4, 2018 sarahcarleypaul

favorite items.png

It’s the day after Easter and boy am I spent. We had a full, but great, weekend with family and I loved every minute of it.

Our boys are so blessed to have people in their lives who love them the way they do and I am so grateful! I’m also grateful to live in an age where bringing up baby has become a bit easier thanks to helpful products — especially since we hosted one event at our home!

My boys are each four years apart from one another (the biggest gap is an eight-year difference) and I forget each time just how hard it can be to juggle little ones during any holiday season, particularly if you’re playing host(ess). Today I am sharing with you my most favorite items for baby that have made my days run a bit more smoothly. I hope these suggestions will come in handy for you!

header diaper bag

baby items bag board.png

header feeding

baby items feeding board.png

header gear

baby items gear board.png

header sleeping

baby items sleeping board.png

DISCLOSURE: I am not receiving any compensation from any of these brands. The items on this list are things I, personally, have used and recommend.

Books, Family, Holidays, Kids, Mood Boards, Parenting, Reading

Our Favorite Easter Books (with links!)

March 26, 2018March 27, 2018 sarahcarleypaul

We love reading in our house; I have read to my boys from the time they were born. So naturally, every holiday, they each receive a book. I love that there are so many titles these days that encompass various holidays, and Easter is no different. Today I am sharing with you my very favorite books for this upcoming Easter, complete with links to each title. I hope you will find something for your littles that will be pure magic for them.

Board Books (baby – 3)

Picture Books (4 – 8)

How to Catch the Easter Bunny
The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story
Happy Easter Curious George
Tiny the Louisiana Easter Bunny (there are other state titles, too!)
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Chick

Tag: Links