I recently met Nina and her mom, Karina, through Breezy Mama Alysha. Somehow, we got on the conversation of reading and writing and Karina told me that Nina loves to write book reviews–each time she finishes a book, she does a little synopsis on it. Talk about motivation! So, I thought what better way to let other moms know what a pre-teen likes to read than asking one herself? Here are some of her current favorites . . . –Alex
Nina’s Rating System:
* yuck
** OK
*** good one!
**** best book in the www!
Title: Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow
Author: Jessica Day George
What the book is about: Read More…
Admit it: you have at one point or another said, “The baby just wants me to hold her/him all the time.” First of all, I have. My hubby has. Most of my friends have. Second, awwwww. Except for the part not really when you are in the thick of it. Simple tasks like making dinner become torture time with a screaming infant. Sure, baby carriers are great for toting junior around town, but they also are fabulous for hands free-dom around the house. Even for those Mamas out of the baby stage, check these picks out for your next shower gift saving your sister/cousin/bestie from a screaming kid so they can carry on (get it?). Read More…
I love accessories–the more the better. Whether they’re for your car, your hair, or in this case, your stroller, you can bet that I researched it and have bought at least one thing. But, I realized, what good does it do me if I have all that information, only to purchase the item, and then not think about it again? So, I thought I’d share the love, and in this case, it’s for the hottest stroller accessories on the market. Happy accessorizing! –Alex
Carry You Demi Milan Stroller Organizer
I don’t know how I’d function without this little gem. In my experience in strollers and joggers, the cup holder that comes with the unit is a waste. Each of mine has fallen off at the drop of a hat (or the bump of a doorway). With my current stroller (which I adore in all other ways), I was so frustrated, I just picked it up Read More…
Daliah
With Valentine’s a few short days away, break away from the norm and get something OTHER than roses this year. Roses are sweet and romantic, but why not spice it up and get something out of the ordinary (but still within budget)? Breezy Mama contacted Jaime Beck, the daughter half of the mother/daughter duo of Whimsey Florals for some suggestions. And now, I present you Jaime . . .
If you normally only get bouquets for the special day and wonder why it’s so expensive, all flowers are marked up by at least 50% during the Valentine’s Day season. (One reason to schedule your wedding at some OTHER time. A Valentine’s wedding–romantic, yes, cheap, no.) The flowers below offer some inexpensive alternatives Read More…
Love is a many splendid thing and Breezy Mama has some splendid things to give your loved ones to celebrate the day of hearts and flutters.
Personalized Birch Mugs
Ohhh… combining two things I love so much: romance and coffee! These gorgeous Jessica Rust mugs that are personalized with your LOVER’s and your intitials carved into a tree (sigh) are bound to get his heart racing (or maybe that’s just the caffeine…hmm…). Read More…
This past December, we found out there was another cancerous mass in my daughter (stay tuned for that story). We’ve been on an emotional roller coaster–going back and forth from the hospital, having an unsuccessful surgery, and assuming that she would need chemotherapy. If this journey was filled with highs and lows for my husband and me, you can only wonder what our poor 4-year-old son, Kieran, was going through. “Why is Emily going back to the hospital? Why did her cancer come back? You mean she’s not going to have any hair?” These were all questions that he asked and we struggled to find the right answers. What helped? Books. My friend, Breezy Mama Karina, took it upon herself to research the best books to help explain to Kieran what was happening. Even if your kid doesn’t have cancer, but (heaven forbid) a sibling does get sick, or you’re trying to help out another’s child–turn to one of these. –Alex
What About Me? When Brothers and Sisters Get Sick.
by Allan Peterkin, M.D. illustrated by Frances Middendorf
Laura experiences conflicting emotions when her brother becomes seriously ill. Includes suggestions for parents to help their well children cope with a chronically ill sibling. Read More…
Ahhh, the frontiers of space–nothing captures a preschooler’s imagination more than a astronaut flying in his spaceship. Bring that creativity to life with designing the kid’s room with some celestial fantasy. Paint the ceiling blue, stick some glow in the dark stars, add the components you see below, and you’ve got yourself some outer space fun. This room would work for both boys and girls–perfect if your kids Read More…
It’s the little things in life that get me excited. A great coupon, $1.00 hot chocolate at Starbucks, a buy one get one free sale–these sort of things which are economical and fun are what make me happy. The five products below are things that fit into these categories–they are an inexpensive alternative or they make the beauty routine that much faster–both of which also make me a happy lady. I guess I’m pretty easy to please–hopefully they will do the same for you. –Alex
Bumble and Bumble Curl Conscious Creme
Breezy Mama Karina, who is Read More…
In my opinion, women are really easy to shop for–I had to pick and choose what would appear in this gift guide because I had so many favorites! However, even though (I think) the majority of women are easy to shop for, there’s always that ONE person on your list that may stump you. Fear no more dear reader, as there is bound to be at least one item listed below that will be perfect. And Ladies, don’t be shy about forwarding this post to your husbands letting them know what you wouldn’t mind opening this holiday season. Have fun!
Retro Initial Charm Necklace
I love initial charms, and there are so many beautiful ones out there, that it’s hard to pick my favorite. So why this one? Read More…
It’s no secret that shopping for the men in your life–whether it be your husband, brother, father-in-law and everyone in between, can be a bit stressful. If you have no clue what to give, look no further because Breezy Mama has got you covered with the great ideas below. Keep reading to find your perfect present. Read More…
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