Author Archives: StaceyM
The Meaning of Mothers Day
StaceyM in For the love of parenting, Holiday Blogaholics - 9 comments - posted on May 11th, 2013The meaning of Mother’s Day means something different to every man, child and Mom across the world. For most, it’s a time to celebrate the Moms in your life. I started this post with the intention of making it out to be a tribute to my own mother for the times she’s been there for me, regardless of petty tiffs and squabbles we have had over time. Over the last year, I have had time to reflect, to welcome my newest and last addition, Baby Ro, into our family and realized that I don’t need or want recognition as a … Continue reading
Prep the Army for Back to School
StaceyM in For the love of parenting, Organized Chaos Blogaholics - 11 comments - posted on Jul 24th, 2012All year we look forward to summer break where we can relax from the soccer mom role for a couple short months and spend quality time reconnecting with each other as a family. Our summer has been filled with our usual DIY projects, days at the pool and even a little camping break. Now that school break is just about half over, back to school prep is creeping it’s way back up my list of priorities. I have never thought getting ready for the back to school routine was easy but having three school aged kids has taught me … Continue reading
T-Fal 2 in 1 Bottle Warmer and Sterilizer Review
StaceyM in Review Blogaholics - 1 comment - posted on Jul 9th, 2012Admittedly my 2 year old should not still be drinking out of bottles but I cannot bring myself to take them away from her quite yet. She’s had these bottles and pacifiers for awhile now and they never seem to look clean enough which makes me worry that the bacteria hasn’t all been eliminated. The best way to ensure your bottles have no bacteria left behind is by steam cleaning. The T-Fal 2 in 1 Bottle Warmer and Sterilizer puts your mind at ease and ensures the bottles you put in your baby’s mouth are the right temperature and free … Continue reading
You’ve packed the car to it’s max with all the essentials you and your family could possibly need on your trip, everything but the kitchen sink right? The plan is to make sure everyone is fed and has a potty break BEFORE heading out on the trip so you can travel the farthest possible before having to stop again; if you are anything like my family, nothing goes to plan. Most experienced road trippers with kids have heard the phrase “I’m hungry!”, “I have to pee!”, “Are we there yet?” or “I’m bored!” a time or two. On your trek this summer … Continue reading
Kids Summer Safety Tips
StaceyM in For the love of parenting - 10 comments - posted on Jun 24th, 2012Summer is officially here and kids all over the place are out of school, or soon to be, and excited to get out and enjoy the weather. Most of us begin the summer with an eager attitude, usually before the boredom sets in and you’re left anxiously awaiting for the new school year. No matter if you are enjoying a staycation or a vacation this summer, every parent needs to keep summer safety tips in mind to keep little and big kids alike safe and healthy.
This Lil Piglet Dishes the Dirt
StaceyM in Guest Blogaholic - 12 comments - posted on Jun 18th, 2012A little over two years ago in March of 2010, I started a little hobby blog called This Lil Piglet to satisfy my need to for continuous mental stimulation after I was laid off from my career of 13 years in emergency services. I had been around the blogsphere, read many other blogs, entered a few blog giveaways, found a few favourites and had an epiphany, I was meant to blog. In the beginning I admit I wasn’t good at it; that is the first step, right? I’m surprised anyone ever read it but alas, I had fans; I had … Continue reading