Disclosure: This post was brought to you by Jamba Juice. All opinions are my own. Is winter finally gone? This winter seemed eternal, and now that the sun is finally shining in NYC, I'm ready for all things summer - including refreshing smoothies and summer fruits. I find that my appetite changes in the warmer months and I go from constantly famished in the winter to wanting lighter meals and lots of fresh foods in the summer. There's nothing ...
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Cabin Fever Blues
Last week we were stuck in the house for a few days because first my middle kiddo was sick and then she passed it onto her brother. What started off as a simple runny nose turned out to be a full-blown virus that wreaked havoc on our household. The minor symptoms my middle one experienced were treatable compared to what my little guy is still battling. You see, being that his sister was sick, I treated his symptoms the same way I treated hers- ...
Tips for a Successful Road Trip with Kids
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with Entenmann's Little Bites. All opinions and experiences are my own. This past summer my husband and I decided our kids were finally ready to take the 10-13 hour car ride from NYC to South Carolina. In our defense, we were in the trenches of the school year when we made the decision, and most likely needed to look forward to more carefree days. We didn’t regret our decision until the last 5 hours coming ...
An Edible Holiday Centerpiece
Disclosure: This post was brought to you by Edible Arrangements. Opinions are my own. I wish I had the skill and the eye for design to put together a beautiful holiday arrangement. My friends have the natural Pinterest gene that I lack, but I swoon over their beautiful designs and Instagram-worthy setups. While Thanksgiving is usually the holiday where I have our family over for dinner, the holiday snuck up on me and my mother in law took the ...
Red Mango Unveils Their Latest Smoothie Flavors
This post is sponsored by Red Mango. Since our days of living in busy NYC, my husband and I have had a love of Red Mango. We loved everything about the experience when we entered the shop- personalized service, simple and distinct flavors, and just about any topping your heart desires. Each frozen yogurt is handcrafted by either you or the person helping you (depending on the location) and is completely customized to your taste. My husband's ...
Finding the right Toddler Formula for My Growing Baby
This post is sponsored by Munchkin. My little guy is a growing toddler and it's so exciting watching him grow and become a little person. He seemed to be thriving, but his doctor ran routine blood work and discovered that he needed a little boost in nutrition. He's a good eater but lacked certain key nutrients vital to proper health. So, with the guidance of his pediatrician, we figured out a game plan that would help fill in those gaps and ...
Quick Homestyle Meals For Crazy Back To School Schedules, Courtesy of Boston Market
This post was sponsored by Boston Market. All opinions and experiences are our own. Our school supplies have been purchased and our backpacks are packed. Our sports and after-school activity checks have been sent and we are counting down the days until school starts. It always takes a few weeks to get into our groove but we find our footing eventually. Home cooked meals are virtually nonexistent during those weeks and consist of quick and easy ...
The Perfect Breakfast Pairings
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of De'Longhi. The opinions and text are all mine. Most mornings during the busy school year are hectic and breakfast is grab-and-go. The weekends are when we can sit down around the table as a family and enjoy each other and have more time for a substantial breakfast. My kids love homemade pancakes with sprinkles and fruit on the side, while my husband loves an onion, pepper, ...