favorite newborn accessory here’s my little secr favorite newborn accessory 

here’s my little secret to getting things done around the house with a newborn. I love the Wildbird baby carrier! It’s easy to put on and comfy for both of us. My baby boy always falls asleep and I’m able to have productive days. Homeschooling and checking off my daily household tasks is so much easier with this baby carrier. Also my baby boy is 12 pounds so I’m basically wearing a weighted vest and getting my daily workout in! 

I’ve linked this baby carrier on my LTK 🤎 #newborn #babywearingmom #wildbird #babycarrier #babywrap
summer reading 📚☀️ I found the cutest summer read summer reading 📚☀️

I found the cutest summer reading chart at Target. This chart is a fun way to encourage reading throughout the summer. We love going to the library a couple times a week to pick out books. Here are two free summer reading programs that I love

📚Barnes & Noble: get a free book when you read 8 books & complete a reading log.

📚The Good and the Beautiful: free summer reading packets that includes a book, sticker sheet, bookmark, and reading log. 

Follow along for more homeschool resources! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolfun
homeschool activities ♟️ So Maddie and little Ra homeschool activities ♟️ 

So Maddie and little Ray learned how to play chess and they’re so good at it now. They started taking lessons with the free @duolingo app and it’s been so helping in teaching them! Chess is a game of strategy that helps kids learn to evaluate positions, recognize patterns, and analyze “if-then” scenarios. Now it’s time for me to learn lol. 

Do you and your kids know how to play chess? I highly recommend Duolingo (it’s free) if your kids want to learn a new language or learn how to play chess! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolcurriculum https://liketk.it/6dpfI
Outfit of the Day 💚 So I’m 2 months postpartum an Outfit of the Day 💚

So I’m 2 months postpartum and none of my clothes fit lol. Finding your style after having a baby can be tough. I decided it’s time to treat myself to a new spring/summer wardrobe. Over the next couple weeks I’ll be sharing some of my favorite casual outfits that are affordable. I also love having a seasonal capsule wardrobe which makes it easy to pick outfits that I love daily. 

These eyelet harem pants are so comfy and they are 100% cotton. Such good quality. I’ve linked this outfit on my LTK #walmartfinds #springoutfits https://liketk.it/6eG4M
3 things I loving in my home🏡🌸 So I’ve been doing 3 things I loving in my home🏡🌸

So I’ve been doing simple things to give my home a refresh. Here’s what I’ve been loving. I open up all the windows so the natural sunlight can shine through and it’s so refreshing. I’ve been adding fresh colorful flowers to my dining room table. The pop of color is so pretty. And the curtain from @homerilla_official really elevate the dining room and the quality is top tier. 

This your reminder to give your home a simple refresh that brings you joy. I’ve linked these Homerilla curtains on my LTK.
Use my code SHLEY17 for 17% off your next order https://liketk.it/6cXqo
#ad New Mom Essentials for Baby! #NewMomSurvivalKi #ad New Mom Essentials for Baby! #NewMomSurvivalKitBBxx The newborn stage is filled with lots of joys but can also be overwhelming. So I’ve come up with a roundup of my favorite baby essentials that makes the newborn stage easier:

•The @Munchkininc Flow Nipple Shield +  helpful breastfeeding tool for mamas to help baby latch.

•The @Munchkininc silicone bonded glass bottles have the natural nipple shape to help with feedings! 

•The @ButtPasteBaby bundle helps to prevent diaper rash. I keep several in the diaper caddy on the changing table. 

•I’m loving the @NewtonLiving x STATE diaper bag! It holds everything I need for baby and myself when we’re on the go!

•The @Waterwipes are gentle on my sweet baby’s skin and it’s 99% purified water!

•The @LittleRemedies Gas Relief Drops and the Little Remedies Infant Fever and Pain Relief is so helpful when baby isn’t feeling well. 

Check out my stories for discount codes on new mom essentials for baby! $20 off a Newton x STATE Diaper Bag: ASHLEYW20 (Expires 7/20)
Strawberry Lemonade Stand 🍓☀️ #ad We’re kicking Strawberry Lemonade Stand 🍓☀️ 

#ad We’re kicking off summer break by creating a Mother’s Sparkling Strawberry Mythical Creatures Cookies inspired lemonade stand! 🍓🍋 We squeezed lemons and added fresh strawberries to the cups. Then we made mini cupcakes topped with these new strawberry frosted cookies! Setting up the lemonade stand was very easy and my kids loved how everything looked! 

Did you know May is #NationalStrawberryMonth?! This is the perfect activity and treat to kick it off and celebrate the start of summer break! #MothersCookies @motherscookiesus
Quiet Time ☀️☕️🍪 So I gave my dining room a sprin Quiet Time ☀️☕️🍪

So I gave my dining room a spring refresh about a month ago and I love it. I added these beautiful @homerilla_official linen blend ivory white curtains and it really elevated the room. The afternoon sunlight in here is so refreshing. My days are so busy with my newborn. So just 5 minutes of quiet time, sipping on tea and eating a cookie brings me joy! 

This is your reminder to give your home a simple refresh that brings you joy. I’ve linked these Homerilla curtains on my LTK. Use my code SHLEY17 for 17% off your next order
Newborn Activities 👶🏽🧸💙 We’re still at the newbor Newborn Activities 👶🏽🧸💙

We’re still at the newborn stage where he sleeps most of the day. But during the wake windows, we do these activities to help with development. He’s been loving the Looker Play Kit from @lovevery I started doing daily tummy time with him and the Look at Me Ladybug helps so he’s not fussy during that time. Here’s the activities I do with him during the wake windows 
•reading together
•visual tracking objects & sounds
•tummy time with Look at Me Ladybug
•high contrast cards

Lovevery has play essentials designed for your child’s learning stages! There’s also a play guide with that comes in every play kit & access to the app! Link in bio #Lovevery, #LoveveryGift #newborntoys #babytoys #tummytimeactivities
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Blogging, Lifestyle, SAHM Tips · December 18, 2021

Tips for Staying Healthy During the Holidays

woman sitting and relaxing focusing on staying healthy


This post is sponsored by Nature’s Bounty ® . All thoughts and opinions are my own. Always talk with your doctor before adding any supplements to see if they are right for you!
The holiday season is full of fun and festivities and staying healthy during the holidays is top priority! I love celebrating during this season with good food, sweet treats, lots of shopping, and quality time with family and friends! The holidays can be so busy that we forget to make our health a top priority. Staying healthy during the holidays is very important. Here are my top 6 tips for staying healthy during the holiday season.

1. Drink Plenty of Water

It’s important to stay hydrated during the cooler winter months. I typically have a bottle of water when I first wake up. Then I use my water tracker app on my phone to remind me to drink water throughout the day. Staying hydrated is essential to keeping your body healthy. Drinking water also flushes out toxins from your body.

2. Manage Stress

Of course the holidays are filled with a lot of fun and festivities, but they can be very stressful! Thankfully, taking Stress Comfort: Fast Acting Calm supplement by Nature’s Bounty ® can quickly soothe your mind when occasionally stressed.* The watermelon chewable Coolmelts™ are delicious and 100% drug free! I love that this supplement is also non-GMO, gluten-free, has no sugar and no artificial flavors. Another way I manage stress is by being intentional with my time and I try not to take on too much during the holidays.

3. Make Time for Exercise

It’s easy to neglect physical activity during the holidays because it’s cold outside and you have several other things on your to-do list. Nonetheless, daily exercise is crucial to good health. I like to do light exercise like yoga and going for a quick walk around my neighborhood. On other days when my schedule is busy, I borrow some of my husband’s fitness tools like his jump ropes so I can easily fit in a workout at home. Exercise truly gives me the boost I need for the day!

4. Morning Routine

I speak about the importance of a good morning routine often. Check out my blog post on 10 Morning Routine Habits. Your morning routine sets the tone for the rest of your day. I like waking up early before my kids so I can have quiet time. Having quiet time is important to stay mentally healthy. I would suggest creating a morning routine that consists of waking up early, having a healthy breakfast, and journaling. I also keep my Nature’s Bounty® Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies next to my coffee mugs so I remember to take them every morning. These scrumptious raspberry pomegranate flavored gummies don’t have a strong vinegar taste so I can enjoy the benefits of the ACV gummies without the dreaded taste of liquid apple cider vinegar! I love that the ACV is made with vinegar that contains the Mother and sourced from U.S. grown apples, plus they have Vitamin B-12 to support my energy metabolism by converting my food into energy.*

5. Night Time Routine

Getting enough sleep is so important. Sometimes I consider myself a night owl because after my kids go to sleep I tend to stay up really late watching TV and/or doing business tasks. After some time, I realized that not getting enough sleep is not good for my health and I had to establish a good nighttime routine. At a predetermined time each night, I turn my phone off and relax in my bed until I go to sleep.

6. Self-Care

We have to make ourselves a top priority especially during the holiday season. There are a lot of different forms of self-care such as spiritual, mental, and physical self-care. Recently, I realized it would be important to look into supplements that help support my hair, skin and nails! I love that Nature’s Bounty ® Advanced Hair Skin & Nails supplements are gummies because they’re easy to take as a part of my nighttime self-care routine. Taking care of your body with proper rest, hydration and nutrition can help you to look and feel healthier and beautiful. Supplements specially formulated for Hair, Skin, and Nails can help fill any nutritional gaps in my diet to support beautiful hair, glowing skin, and healthy nails.*


Staying healthy during the holidays should be a top priority. Adding the Nature’s Bounty ® supplements into my daily routine has been so helpful to my health. All the Nature’s Bounty ® supplements are available at Publix and during the 12/18-12/31 Extra Savings promotion you can save $3! *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

XO,

Ashley

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favorite newborn accessory here’s my little secr favorite newborn accessory 

here’s my little secret to getting things done around the house with a newborn. I love the Wildbird baby carrier! It’s easy to put on and comfy for both of us. My baby boy always falls asleep and I’m able to have productive days. Homeschooling and checking off my daily household tasks is so much easier with this baby carrier. Also my baby boy is 12 pounds so I’m basically wearing a weighted vest and getting my daily workout in! 

I’ve linked this baby carrier on my LTK 🤎 #newborn #babywearingmom #wildbird #babycarrier #babywrap
summer reading 📚☀️ I found the cutest summer read summer reading 📚☀️

I found the cutest summer reading chart at Target. This chart is a fun way to encourage reading throughout the summer. We love going to the library a couple times a week to pick out books. Here are two free summer reading programs that I love

📚Barnes & Noble: get a free book when you read 8 books & complete a reading log.

📚The Good and the Beautiful: free summer reading packets that includes a book, sticker sheet, bookmark, and reading log. 

Follow along for more homeschool resources! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolfun
homeschool activities ♟️ So Maddie and little Ra homeschool activities ♟️ 

So Maddie and little Ray learned how to play chess and they’re so good at it now. They started taking lessons with the free @duolingo app and it’s been so helping in teaching them! Chess is a game of strategy that helps kids learn to evaluate positions, recognize patterns, and analyze “if-then” scenarios. Now it’s time for me to learn lol. 

Do you and your kids know how to play chess? I highly recommend Duolingo (it’s free) if your kids want to learn a new language or learn how to play chess! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolcurriculum https://liketk.it/6dpfI
Outfit of the Day 💚 So I’m 2 months postpartum an Outfit of the Day 💚

So I’m 2 months postpartum and none of my clothes fit lol. Finding your style after having a baby can be tough. I decided it’s time to treat myself to a new spring/summer wardrobe. Over the next couple weeks I’ll be sharing some of my favorite casual outfits that are affordable. I also love having a seasonal capsule wardrobe which makes it easy to pick outfits that I love daily. 

These eyelet harem pants are so comfy and they are 100% cotton. Such good quality. I’ve linked this outfit on my LTK #walmartfinds #springoutfits https://liketk.it/6eG4M
3 things I loving in my home🏡🌸 So I’ve been doing 3 things I loving in my home🏡🌸

So I’ve been doing simple things to give my home a refresh. Here’s what I’ve been loving. I open up all the windows so the natural sunlight can shine through and it’s so refreshing. I’ve been adding fresh colorful flowers to my dining room table. The pop of color is so pretty. And the curtain from @homerilla_official really elevate the dining room and the quality is top tier. 

This your reminder to give your home a simple refresh that brings you joy. I’ve linked these Homerilla curtains on my LTK.
Use my code SHLEY17 for 17% off your next order https://liketk.it/6cXqo
#ad New Mom Essentials for Baby! #NewMomSurvivalKi #ad New Mom Essentials for Baby! #NewMomSurvivalKitBBxx The newborn stage is filled with lots of joys but can also be overwhelming. So I’ve come up with a roundup of my favorite baby essentials that makes the newborn stage easier:

•The @Munchkininc Flow Nipple Shield +  helpful breastfeeding tool for mamas to help baby latch.

•The @Munchkininc silicone bonded glass bottles have the natural nipple shape to help with feedings! 

•The @ButtPasteBaby bundle helps to prevent diaper rash. I keep several in the diaper caddy on the changing table. 

•I’m loving the @NewtonLiving x STATE diaper bag! It holds everything I need for baby and myself when we’re on the go!

•The @Waterwipes are gentle on my sweet baby’s skin and it’s 99% purified water!

•The @LittleRemedies Gas Relief Drops and the Little Remedies Infant Fever and Pain Relief is so helpful when baby isn’t feeling well. 

Check out my stories for discount codes on new mom essentials for baby! $20 off a Newton x STATE Diaper Bag: ASHLEYW20 (Expires 7/20)
Strawberry Lemonade Stand 🍓☀️ #ad We’re kicking Strawberry Lemonade Stand 🍓☀️ 

#ad We’re kicking off summer break by creating a Mother’s Sparkling Strawberry Mythical Creatures Cookies inspired lemonade stand! 🍓🍋 We squeezed lemons and added fresh strawberries to the cups. Then we made mini cupcakes topped with these new strawberry frosted cookies! Setting up the lemonade stand was very easy and my kids loved how everything looked! 

Did you know May is #NationalStrawberryMonth?! This is the perfect activity and treat to kick it off and celebrate the start of summer break! #MothersCookies @motherscookiesus
Quiet Time ☀️☕️🍪 So I gave my dining room a sprin Quiet Time ☀️☕️🍪

So I gave my dining room a spring refresh about a month ago and I love it. I added these beautiful @homerilla_official linen blend ivory white curtains and it really elevated the room. The afternoon sunlight in here is so refreshing. My days are so busy with my newborn. So just 5 minutes of quiet time, sipping on tea and eating a cookie brings me joy! 

This is your reminder to give your home a simple refresh that brings you joy. I’ve linked these Homerilla curtains on my LTK. Use my code SHLEY17 for 17% off your next order

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