We’re coming close to July 4th. People everywhere will be BBQ-ing and be drinking to our nation’s freedom. There isn’t anything more 4th of July than a chocolaty, marshmallowy, s’more! Us toddler moms are always a little concerned about littles around an open flame, so here are 3 ways to include them in the s’more …
I’ve lived in the LA area of Southern California for many years now. One of the things many people who have recently moved here ask me, is where to go to see the celebs? Sure you could spend the whole night at a late night variety show taping, or lunch at the Ivy. You’re always bound …
Today has been a long Monday! On Mondays, my 3-year-old Cora goes to daycare, “just Cora” as she says, and little Bex stays home with me. Daddy is on a break from work right now so he is home with us today too. While he has been home from work I have been trying to …
My husband and I don’t always communicate effectively on a daily basis, but one of the reasons we have been happily together for 17 years is we listen to each other when it really matters. Becoming parents has made us both ridiculously happy. Cora is 3 now, Bexley is 1.5, and we still don’t have it figured out. With …
When spring and summer come I’m always inspired to break out the colors. My wardrobe, however, is still mostly black and white with a few other neutrals sprinkled in. As a beach mom, I feel silly wearing black in the heat. Luckily there are a few trends this year that make the seasonal transition easy …
My Avocado tree is starting to bloom and I am so excited! There aren’t many things that avocado can’t make better. Today I’m using some green goodness to amp up my Cilantro Lime Rice! The avocado makes the rice a nice creamy texture my kids love, and is much easier for them to eat with a …
I’m so excited to introduce this new series I will be doing with some really awesome fellow lady bloggers! Instagram is one of Binkies & Baubles largest platforms and I get why. It’s so fun to see what other people are up to. How they go about their business each day. I personally love seeing what …
I’m such a lucky gal, my hubby planned a little Mother’s Day getaway for us to Las Vegas. It’s a quick 4-hour drive from LA, so my mom came to stay with the girls and we headed out on a Sin City adventure. The first thing we did was check into the Aria Resort and Casino …
Summer time is the time to get outside! Sometimes I want to host a BBQ without actually firing up the grill! When the grill is going we have to be super vigilant of where all the kiddos are. The grill master is stuck to one spot, and if your hubby is like mine and wants to grill with …
Prom and Wedding season is here! Get ready to celebrate!!! I’ve partnered with StyleWe.com to bring you two very different dresses for either occasion and 5 tips to help you find the perfect dress. When trying on dresses do these few tips to make sure it’s something really wearable: Sit down in the dress. If …