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Last year my friend Mandy and I launched Magic Playbook - a monthly printable subscription for moms to keep their kids busy & having fun!
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Looking for last minute items to fill up an advent calendar ? Here’s what I just put in the advent calendar I made for my kids! I used this pouch from Amazon and made it my own with paint and a hot glue gun! Mini Tins of Aaron’s Thinking Putty Candy Filled Candy Canes Pocket […]
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This post is sponsored by Target. All opinions are my own! I’ve spent hours pouring through Target’s extensive toy selection this year and I’m excited to be sharing my top picks with you today. If you’ve been following me on Instagram you know my kids have been testing out holiday toys for a while now! […]
I have a friend who has a hidden talent of always figuring out what the top toys are going to be every holiday season. I don’t know where she does her research but she’s always spot on. A few months ago she mentioned this Cookeez Makery and had my mind spinning. Sure enough a few […]
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Welcome to my 2023 gift guide! Keep SCROLLING for all of my 2023 gift guides in one place! Gifts For Toddlers Gifts For Pre-SchoolersGifts For School-Aged Kids Big Ticket Gift Ideas Gifts For TweensGifts For Her Amazon Stocking Stuffers – head here! Gift Ideas For Babies Gift ideas for babies, from top left:Cuddle & Kind […]
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Soccer season is in full swing over here and I’m loving every second. From the friendships I’ve made with the other moms on the team to the joy I feel when I watch my girls play – this is my favorite time of year! I’ve fully embraced the athleisure look when on the field. Here […]
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Here are a few of my favorite Amazon finds for fall that my girls have. Some of these we’ve had for years and others were new purchases made over the last few months. I love all of the fall colors and floral prints! Everything is linked HERE.
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Here are some of my favorite Halloween ribbons for crafting & gifting! Here are my ribbon ‘rules’. Links below to my faves! 🎃 I ONLY buy ribbon on sale. Most frequently 40% off at a hobby lobby. They have the best affordable ribbon colors & variations.🎃 I always check other aisles like the wedding & […]
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One of my favorite ways to decorate for Halloween is to swap out some of our regular artwork for spooky prints I purchase on Etsy. I like to change these up every year or so. I purchase digital files, download them to my computer and print them on my home printer. This ends up costing […]
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This spooky dancing broom from Amazon is definitely not a necessity but SUCH a fun addition to our halloween decor. My older girls love it and my 3 year old is a little spooked :) It plays music if you’d like or you can turn it on silent. It takes batteries and was easy to […]
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It’s hard to believe that the back-to-school season is already here. My kids still have over a month of summer vacation left but we’ve started stocking up on school supplies. As the back-to-school season approaches, it’s time to start thinking about all the essentials to equip your kids for a successful school year. Among the […]
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I recently swapped out my trunk organizer for the summer season. I change what I keep in here twice a year and it’s nice to know I have the essentials on hand! This is the trunk organizer I have. What’s inside: Sunscreen & bug spray. First Aid KitCar Sick Bag Wet Bag: Nice to have […]
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While I love the cozy, indulgent meals that come with fall and winter I most enjoy cooking dinner in the summertime. Recipes are typically quick and easy and full of fresh ingredients. Though I usually have more time for making dinner when we don’t have school and sports – I love the laid back approach […]
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Hi, I'm Caitlin and I've been blogging for over a decade! The Mama Notes is where I share my experiences in motherhood, activities & recipes to try with your kids and things I love. I'm so happy you are here!
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