Megan
Megan, an Iowa native from West Branch, shares her home with husband Cody, two adorable kiddos Charlie and Gwen and their comical bassador Dottie. When she is not smooching on them she is trying to change lives as a social worker. You can find her cruising in Rita her minivan, looking to score deals at second hand stores, taking walks around her neighborhood or on a hot date watching tiktok with her hubby.
Weekend Getaway Idea: Try Decorah
I am due with my third baby this fall. Between that and the 2020 COVID-19 lock down, I wanted to plan a little getaway before our lives are busy with bottles, diapers, and sleepless...
Don’t Miss Rock the Chalk Downtown Iowa City
While I have happily taken a road trip to other towns to see their versions of this event, they don't compare to having one in your own backyard. I am so excited that MidWestOne...
What to Pack: Summer Bag Essentials
Whether you are heading to the pool, a ball game, or a park, you need a summer bag that is packed and ready to go. I bought a waterproof bag from IKEA years ago...
Guide to Pools and Splash Pads in the Iowa City Area
Summer is almost here! Take your kids to a local pool or splash pad and have them burn off all of their energy! Check out some of the pool and splash pads in the...
10 Formula Feeding Hacks
With baby no. 3 due this fall we are working away on the to do list. Next on our list is getting ready to feed this sweet babe. After learning the hard way that...
Thrift It: My Year of Buying (Almost) Everything Used
I have an addictive personality. Once I start eating sweets it’s really hard for me to stop. I used to smoke and I used to bite my fingernails until they bled. A couple of...
I Pay My Kids to Read
This is not click-bait, I really do pay my kids to read.
For a long time, before bed, we had a great routine. Brush teeth, go potty, put on pjs, snuggle, read, sing songs, go...
Holiday and Birthday Gift Ideas for Kids: Mom Approved
With the holidays coming up it's time to shop for gifts!
I love shopping for the kids in my family, but you know what I don't love? Buying another junky toy that will end up...
Halloween Music Playlist
Halloween is here! We're planning a whole day of fun so I created this fun playlist of my favorite Halloween themed songs to enjoy. I decided to share it with all of you too!
From...
Make These Monster Cookies
It was time for a new cookie recipe and I remembered these super addictive and delicious monster cookies my brother had shared a few years back.
You'll need:
3 eggs
1 1/4 C packed light...