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I'm just a twenty something stay at home mama trying to do my very best to be awesome at my job. I love Harry Potter, crafting, coffee, red wine and stretchy pants. I used to be a world traveler but I've settled down (for now) to have babies. I'm married to my best friend James and I'm a dog mom to Niko (Goldendoodle) and Rahksi (Chinese Crested). Read More…

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YOLO...You're only little once! ⁣ ⁣ We are hom

YOLO...You're only little once! ⁣
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We are home more than we aren't since they aren't in school and haven't gotten into extracurriculars yet so why not make it fun? I was shocked that my husband actually supported putting up our @thesimplay3company playhouse prize in the living room 😆. ⁣
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We were #gifted these cool active chairs from @activechair yesterday and the kids already love using them all over the house. ⁣
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They are perfect for homeschooling too because they keep kids focused by satisfying their need to be constantly moving 😂. They wobble and have massage bumps on the footstool along with a comfortable padded seat. ⁣
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Tap the picture to see details for everything! ⁣
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P.s. it's BIRTHDAY MONTH for my babies 🥰 after the year we have all had I don't think it would be that crazy to celebrate all month 😅.

Potty training is for quitters 🚫 🙅‍♀️

Potty training is for quitters 🚫 🙅‍♀️ ⁣
This is the happy dance we do when diapers show up on our doorstep 🙌. Thanks for the sample, @get.dyper !! ⁣
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Stuffed these right in our @lilyjadeco bag on the way to the park! ⁣
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(Real talk though mommy is not ready to deal with potty training this viciously independent girl 😂😅 don't make me do it 🙏)

Mommy + Finley date! I had to pick up a few things

Mommy + Finley date! I had to pick up a few things at Target today so we made it a special girls trip. She loved all the attention she got and made sure to say an enthusiastic "Hi!" to everyone she passed. If the Target dog is looking for a sidekick, we have him covered!

How many pictures is too many? The limit does not

How many pictures is too many? The limit does not exist! ⁣
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We had so much fun exploring @immersionsc with @arielwalrus today. Tickets are currently $15 for adults and kids are free *for now*. This is a permanent art installment in downtown Columbia on the second floor of @maincoursesc (which looks like an amazing date night spot!) Each room was designed by a different artist and these will change from time to time. I was also informed that they sanitize and wipe everything down regularly, and you will find hand sanitizer up and down the halls. When we were there at 10:30 this morning we had the place to ourselves! ⁣
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I'd definitely recommend a morning/weekday time slot if you are able. You can buy your tickets online to reserve your time (I'm not sure if you can just walk in). ⁣
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Afterwards we had some coffee and pastries at @dripcoffeecolumbia and only had one awkward conversation with a stranger in the street on the way there (oops I guess saying hi back is an invitation) who said he would have loved to join us only he had a funeral to get to...😬😬😬 sir we did not invite you for coffee please leave now...⁣
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Anyway, it was a lovely day for a downtown @columbiasc mom date and I'm so glad we did it!

#gifted The kids tried out their new swim vests fr

#gifted The kids tried out their new swim vests from @bbluv today while having a cool snack inspired by @mymom_wife_life ! I made a strawberry smoothie and froze it in this mold I got on Mercari from @tuppleware and they gobbled them up! I can't wait until our community center pool opens back up so we can practice swimming with these swim vests! They come with thin foam inserts that you can slowly remove as your child learns to swim, making them gradually less buoyant without freaking them out. I've heard of similar methods and I think it's genius! Have your children learned to swim yet??

#sponsored// We like to try and have family picnic

#sponsored// We like to try and have family picnics outside every now and then and my husband almost always requests @Hardees. This time he got his way! I can't complain too much because their burgers have the best flavor! This time we ordered the Western Bacon Cheeseburger and the Monster Thickburger with their natural cut fries and a Coke. It was a great addition to a fun summer tradition! What's your favorite burger topping?!

Who's up for another GIVEAWAY!? We got these @what

Who's up for another GIVEAWAY!? We got these @whatsitsfacetoys pets last week and they have been so much fun! ⁣
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Did you know that your child's emotional intelligence (EQ) is a huge part of the kind of person they grow up to be? It's important to identify their feelings, acknowledge them and label them appropriately. A child who can not label what they are feeling is much more likely to act out in a negative way (i.e. tantrums and hitting). ⁣
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Saying something like "I can see that you're angry with me right now and that's okay, but it's not okay to throw things and be disrespectful" can help your child understand what they are feeling while still setting clear boundaries. ⁣
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These toys give you and your child a visual representation of SIX different emotions. It's fun to show them what each emotion looks like and what it means by spinning the star on the stuffed animal's head (or turning their face over by hand). They can also use it to show how they are feeling when they may not know how to say it. ⁣
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ONE WINNER will get the animal of their choosing (cat, dog or bear).⁣
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To enter: ⁣
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> Follow me @littleprinceleopold and @whatsitsfacetoys ⁣
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>Comment with a story or a time when your child embarrassed you in public 🙈🙊 because they weren't able to communicate how they were feeling a better way. Or just tell me why you want a What's its face!⁣
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>Tag friends! Each separate comment is an entry! ⁣
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**not associated with instagram, winner must be over 18 and reside in the contiguous 48 States. Giveaway ends Friday August 28th and the winner will be announced in the comments below and in my stories!

I recently went through my piles and piles of lear

I recently went through my piles and piles of learning materials and decided to start making an effort in the "homeschool" department. I've always loved the idea of homeschooling my kids, at least for the first few years, but how am I going to know if I should do it if I don't actually make the effort and TRY IT!? So many of you are inspiring me whether you have been thrust into the homeschool world or were already there. It's crazy how much more accomplished I felt in my day just by making this one small change... getting up and doing "school" rather than letting Leopold watch TV until Finley wakes up between 9:30-10. ⁣
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He enjoyed tracing letters (random choice to start with T but I mean whatever), doing connect the dots, reading stories, and looking at flash cards. I learned that he has been playing me saying he can't read because he was able to read that entire book and only needed help with one word. ⁣
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We did about 15-20 minutes while I had my coffee, and then another 15-20 while Finley napped. When he says he's done, we stop. I'm not pushing or pressuring him but encouraging and trying to follow his lead with gentle guidance on the side. ⁣
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The rest of the day was so nice! I played with Leopold, gave the dog a bath (then got a shower myself), did laundry and 2 loads of dishes, got our groceries taken care of thanks to a friend's Instacart account, actually put on a bra (always the hardest thing) hit the park and Starbucks for BOGO Frappuccinos, walked the treadmill, made chicken salad, took a walk, and actually got the clothes put away! Leopold and I even cleaned our respective toilets and there were very minimal tears from him all day which is the biggest win!⁣
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We celebrated the day with pizza and ice cream!

It's been a while, so here's a GIVEAWAY!! I'm all

It's been a while, so here's a GIVEAWAY!! I'm all about fun and practical toy storage which is one reason I love @creativeqt ! One winner will receive the SlideAway Collection which is a mini and a large slide away (pictured). We stored all of Leopold's Peppa Pig toys in his large slide away for easy access and even better, easy clean up. The little ones are perfect for travel and playing on the go. You could also use it for snacks too! ⁣
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To enter: ⁣
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>Follow @littleprinceleopold and @creativeqt ⁣
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>Like + save this post and drop a comment telling me your favorite cleaning hack. For yourself or for getting your littles to tidy up! ⁣
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>Tag friends! Each new comment/tag is an entry. ⁣
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Giveaway is not sponsored by Instagram and is for 18+, US only. I'll pick a winner Friday the 21st and announce in my stories by Saturday. ⁣
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(Check out the bean bag in the photos, thats from @creativeqt too and its holding all of Leopold's extra blankets and pillows!)

You're looking at the newest @saludashoalspark pas

You're looking at the newest @saludashoalspark pass holders 🙌. We never go to this awesome (huge) park because it's $5 to get in and I'm super cheap. I've been wanting to check out their new inclusive playground for the last year and we finally made it! It was $55 for a year pass and it doesn't get you much more than getting in the gate + walking paths + two awesome playgrounds and loads of shade all over but I decided to just give it a try. If we go 12 times in a year it will pay for itself, and we live pretty close so I am confident it will be worth it! It also feels safer than regular parks and walking trails since not everyone can just walk in off the street and take a nap in the slide or on a bench. Plus if you are flush with cash, for another yearly fee of $40(I think), you get access to the dog park! You can get a fishing pass for more money and the splash pad is $3 per person when it's open on weekends. There's also kayaking, tennis and other outdoorsy things to do! Check out my stories to see some of the fun we had there this morning! Are you a pass holder too? Let's go for a walk or picnic sometime!

Hey, its me and my boob again. 🤭 My insanely ta

Hey, its me and my boob again. 🤭 My insanely talented internet bestie @wearingmomjeans just launched her new business, @wildflowersandmilk today and I couldn't go to bed without sharing! ⁣
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I've always wanted to commemorate my breastfeeding journey with a piece of jewelry so this was perfect timing as I'm hoping to be about done nursing my 🤞last 🤞 baby. I love her work because they aren't super flashy or in your face, but you can still personalize them with different shapes, adding color, or even gold flakes. ⁣
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This weekend she is holding a launch special of 26% off any of her pieces as well as getting a bonus pendant with your order! If you have ever thought about getting breastmilk jewelry, now is the time! Go to >>> @wildflowersandmilk for all the details!

Raise your hand if you dress your kids better than

We did a back to school shoot last year with this

We did a back to school shoot last year with this desk and it's crazy to see how much my babies have grown 🥴 but we just might have to keep this desk and make this a tradition! I'll add last year's photos to my stories!

Do you have any favorite start of school year traditions? Leopold won't start until next year but I'm collecting ideas!

I could write another thoughtful post about what b

I could write another thoughtful post about what breastfeeding means to me while also trying not to offend anyone...or I could go with my gut and the Michael Scott living in my brain and say something wildly inappropriate such as - ⁣
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"Like father like daughter! Finley loves boobs just about as much as her dad does". ⁣
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Sorry y'all I just couldn't help it. 🤭🤭

📸 @caritasphotography

I thought we were almost done breastfeeding, but i

I thought we were almost done breastfeeding, but it seems like once she learned the word "boobies" it was even more exciting for her. 🤣 We have cut out nap nursing and some days we only do it at bedtime, others its 2 or 3x a day. I'm not rushing the finish line though, I don't have anywhere I need to be 😆. ⁣
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It's World Breastfeeding Week as I'm sure you have seen. I'm all for breastfeeding and it's been the best thing for us. My wish is for all women to have access to education and support when it comes to breastfeeding. And by support I also mean not feeling guilty or ashamed if they decide not to breastfeed for whatever reason or aren't able to. I will advocate for breastfeeding all day, but I will never judge you for how you choose to nourish your baby. Not my baby, not my body, not my business. ⁣
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Besides, they all end up eating stale goldfish out of their dirty carseats at some point anyway, right? In the scheme of things, it's not that big of a deal. You do you, mama 😘.

📸 @caritasphotography

Learning through play ✏⁣ ⁣ Isn't that the be

Learning through play ✏⁣
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Isn't that the best kind? That's what will be making up most of our "curriculum" this school year. Leopold turns 5 after the cutoff so I'll probably be doing a laid back learning approach this year while still trying to decide whether I want to actually homeschool him going further. I've been going back and forth with that decision since before he was born so hopefully I can make up my mind soon 😆. ⁣
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Luckily in the meantime we have plenty of engaging educational toys like these magnetic blocks from @kontukids (gifted). They come with activity/challenge cards and are perfect for free play or more guided math learning activities with a grown up. I've always been absolutely rotten at math so I take all the help I can get! It also helps that these blocks are pretty enough to display on those montessori shelves! ⁣
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