Nikki Wildemuth
Nikki is new to the area. She graduated from the Western Illinois University-Quad Cities Campus in 2009 with a Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education. She married her husband the same year. Nikki loved the creativity of teaching and continues to bring that same creativity as a stay at home mom. During the day you can find her chasing after her precocious toddler. By night she is a Pinterest junkie! She enjoys getting out and spending time with her family!
Simple Southern Fried Cabbage/Asparagus Recipe
Southern fried cabbage/asparagus is a simple, delicious, and addictive side dish! As a mama of three littles, it's difficult to find foods we can all agree on, but this is one of those dishes...
Easy To Use Magic Hair Curlers
As a mom of three little girls, I always assumed I would become proficient at doing cute, trendy hairstyles. Nothing too complex. Just sweet and simple. But no. I am a solid seven years...
My Honest Review of KiwiCo Subscription Box
What Is a KiwiCo Subscription Box? KiwiCo is S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) monthly subscription boxes for kids of all ages.
Crates & Ages
Panda Crate (Explore & Discovery): 0-24 months
Koala Crate...
When Choosing The Perfect Baby Name Is So Hard
A child's name is essential to their identity. It is the very beginning of their story.
I should know. I hear the story behind my name constantly. The great name debacle of '86. Just kidding!...
Thanksgivings in Quarantine
During dinner last week, my 7 year old asked if we would be going to grandma and grandpa's house for Thanksgiving this year. "No baby, not this year." It's the phrase I utter like...
Real Life: Moms Share Their Virtual School Setup
When the pandemic forced schools to shut down last spring, we had to shift gears quickly and find a way to educate our oldest child from home. Our kitchen table quickly became schoolwork headquarters....
I Gave Birth In The Middle of A Pandemic
I gave birth in the middle of a pandemic.
I write this as my newborn sleeps peacefully on my chest. The weight of her tiny body a reminder of what I accomplished during a very...
My Pregnancy Experience During A Pandemic
We are in this together.
It’s the phrase I’ve heard 1,000 times. It’s the phrase that supposed to sustain us, to get us through. And it does help, it really does.
But it’s also true that...
Try A Simple Morning and Homeschooling Routine During This Pandemic
The reality of this pandemic is seen within our own daily routines. For most parents, school closures have changed the dynamic drastically. It can be an overwhelming feeling to ensure your children keep up...
Five Easy and Cute Valentine’s Day Crafts (Using Toilet Paper Rolls!)
Valentine's Day is a popular topic in our house. Mostly because my girls love any excuse to craft their little hearts out! They always head straight for our recycling bin in search of items...