#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 Ashley17 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
Spring Refresh 🌸#macyspartner Anyone else love c Spring Refresh 🌸#macyspartner 

Anyone else love cleaning their home and doing online shopping on Saturdays!? So I’m 1 month postpartum and it’s time to treat myself to some new clothes. Today I’m wearing this flowy dress from Macys and it’s perfect for my postpartum mamas! Now let’s do some shopping at Macys.com for more spring outfits. Here’s what I found! These coach sandals are going to be the sandals of the season. Adds to cart!

Make sure you shop my Macys Storefront for more spring outfits! 

@macys @macysstylecrew #macys #springoutfits #springrefresh #macystylecrew
homeschooling with a newborn 👩🏽‍🍼📓 When I was pre homeschooling with a newborn 👩🏽‍🍼📓

When I was pregnant, the thought of homeschooling with a newborn made me nervous. I didn’t know how I was going to balance my time. But by the grace of God, homeschooling and adjusting to the newborn stage has been going well. Our days are NOT perfect and some days are rough, but we’re getting it done! Here’s what has been helping us successfully homeschooling with a newborn:

🌸I’ve been using the Wild Bird baby wrap! Baby boy is comfy and sleep when he’s wrapped. So during that time I’m able to teach.

🌸we’re prioritizing reading and math for a couple months. Reading.com has been a great resource and we use The Good and the Beautiful curriculum for math. Also we keep the lessons short. 

🌸we took a couple weeks off from homeschooling to just focus on adjusting as a family of 5. Give yourself grace during this time. 

🌸we get outside daily for stroller walks. During this time I can review what we’re learning. Also getting outside has been so refreshing being postpartum! 

🌸 I have the mindset that this is just a short season of the newborn stage. Our homeschool days look different and that’s okay #postpartum #homeschoolmom #homeschoolmomlife
spring style #macystylecrew I’m 3 weeks postpart spring style #macystylecrew 

I’m 3 weeks postpartum and most days I’m in athletic wear or pajamas but today I’m switching things up! The weather is beautiful and I’m in the mood for a spring inspired look. I decided on this blue stripped dress and my perfume is by Elizabeth Arden. This floral scent is perfect for spring and smells so good. During this postpartum season, I’m finding happiness in the simple things like putting on a pretty dress and taking a walk outside with my baby.

Make sure you following my @Macys storefront for this signature fragrance + spring outfit essentials!  #macyspartner#elizabethardenpartner @elizabetharden
He is Risen! Matthew 28:6 Thank you Jesus for be He is Risen! Matthew 28:6 

Thank you Jesus for being the sacrificial lamb, dying on the cross and three days later being resurrected. Jesus is the only way and the truth. This is our first Resurrection Sunday as a family of 5 🥹
Spring Outfit of the Day🌷 I’m 1 week postpartum! Spring Outfit of the Day🌷

I’m 1 week postpartum! Still adjust to this newborn stage and giving myself grace. Im so happy the weather is warming up because getting outside daily has been so refreshing. I go on stroller walks with the kids throughout the day so athleisure wear has been my favorite. @fabletics 

Make sure you follow along for more postpartum spring outfits! #postpartum #postpartumoutfits #athleisurestyle #fableticspartner #fabletics
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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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•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 Ashley17 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
Spring Refresh 🌸#macyspartner Anyone else love c Spring Refresh 🌸#macyspartner 

Anyone else love cleaning their home and doing online shopping on Saturdays!? So I’m 1 month postpartum and it’s time to treat myself to some new clothes. Today I’m wearing this flowy dress from Macys and it’s perfect for my postpartum mamas! Now let’s do some shopping at Macys.com for more spring outfits. Here’s what I found! These coach sandals are going to be the sandals of the season. Adds to cart!

Make sure you shop my Macys Storefront for more spring outfits! 

@macys @macysstylecrew #macys #springoutfits #springrefresh #macystylecrew
homeschooling with a newborn 👩🏽‍🍼📓 When I was pre homeschooling with a newborn 👩🏽‍🍼📓

When I was pregnant, the thought of homeschooling with a newborn made me nervous. I didn’t know how I was going to balance my time. But by the grace of God, homeschooling and adjusting to the newborn stage has been going well. Our days are NOT perfect and some days are rough, but we’re getting it done! Here’s what has been helping us successfully homeschooling with a newborn:

🌸I’ve been using the Wild Bird baby wrap! Baby boy is comfy and sleep when he’s wrapped. So during that time I’m able to teach.

🌸we’re prioritizing reading and math for a couple months. Reading.com has been a great resource and we use The Good and the Beautiful curriculum for math. Also we keep the lessons short. 

🌸we took a couple weeks off from homeschooling to just focus on adjusting as a family of 5. Give yourself grace during this time. 

🌸we get outside daily for stroller walks. During this time I can review what we’re learning. Also getting outside has been so refreshing being postpartum! 

🌸 I have the mindset that this is just a short season of the newborn stage. Our homeschool days look different and that’s okay #postpartum #homeschoolmom #homeschoolmomlife
spring style #macystylecrew I’m 3 weeks postpart spring style #macystylecrew 

I’m 3 weeks postpartum and most days I’m in athletic wear or pajamas but today I’m switching things up! The weather is beautiful and I’m in the mood for a spring inspired look. I decided on this blue stripped dress and my perfume is by Elizabeth Arden. This floral scent is perfect for spring and smells so good. During this postpartum season, I’m finding happiness in the simple things like putting on a pretty dress and taking a walk outside with my baby.

Make sure you following my @Macys storefront for this signature fragrance + spring outfit essentials!  #macyspartner#elizabethardenpartner @elizabetharden
He is Risen! Matthew 28:6 Thank you Jesus for be He is Risen! Matthew 28:6 

Thank you Jesus for being the sacrificial lamb, dying on the cross and three days later being resurrected. Jesus is the only way and the truth. This is our first Resurrection Sunday as a family of 5 🥹

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