Category: Family Life
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Let’s find the best gifts for our mom friends
Finding the perfect gift for our busy mom friends can be a unique challenge. Don’t worry, we are going to discuss a few ways you can ponder this to come up with something that will bless the friends in your life. In my post “How to find a thoughtful gift for anyone” we talked about how to narrow down your search.…
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Best stocking stuffer ideas for husbands
Need stocking stuffer ideas for your husband? They’re notoriously tricky to find Christmas gifts for, aren’t they? I know I’m not the only one who is frequently stumped when it comes to finding the right gifts for my husband! When the holiday season is in full swing, things can get pretty hectic. We have so many things to coordinate, and sometimes Christmas morning can…
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The best clutter-free gift ideas for kids
It was a cold Christmas morning, and our oldest daughter was sitting amidst a pile of crumpled paper, shredded cardboard, and new colorful lot of toys. She was only 4 at the time and her wide eyes were filled with overwhelm. She looked around her at the sea of chaos and material things and…
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The best homemade pumpkin spice mix recipe
This recipe for homemade pumpkin spice is a slight variation on the classic pumpkin pie spice recipe. It’s warm, spicy, and oh so cozy. Make a big batch and keep it on hand for all your fall baking. Imagine, if you will, you’re enjoying a nice cup of coffee while you look out your living…
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Tips to save money during the holidays
We can all use more tips to save money during the holidays. Let’s think through the categories of spending during the holidays and go through them individually. But first! Before we dive into our money-saving tips, we first need to talk about something… The people in your life that you want to bless this…
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Tips to stay sane during the holidays this year
If you’re looking for a few tips to stay sane during the holidays this year, then let’s discuss a few ideas here. We will talk about making a plan, having a budget, staying on track, and how to still find joy this holiday season. Confession… I LOVE Christmas. I use Christmas dishes year round. I…
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How to declutter when your family won’t let you
Let’s talk about how to declutter when your family won’t let you. Related Post: How can minimalism change your life for the better? Trying to declutter your home when you live with people who don’t want you to mess with their stuff can be hard. As a homemaker, the home is our “domain”. This means,…
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How to give a thoughtful gift to anyone
This guide on how to give a thoughtful gift to anyone will give you the tools to find the perfect gift for anyone on your list! During the holiday season, or even birthdays, we will need to find meaningful gifts for people we adore. Even if gift giving isn’t one of your love languages, you…
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Tips to prepare for an unmedicated “natural” birth
Our birthing experience has the potential to be one of our most cherished memories, or one of our most traumatic experiences of our lives. If your goal is to have a natural childbirth without the use of pain medication, then I have a few encouragements for you. God is the one who creates new life.…
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Ultimate postpartum essentials for your home birth
This list of postpartum essentials for your home birth will help you think through everything you might need for a smooth recovery! Along with a list of essential items, I’m going to include some “nice-to-have” items. Good postpartum care is so important for our health, even years down the road. Please don’t ignore your needs…