Disclosure: This Chocolate Chip Candy Cane Cookies recipe is a paid partnership with Becel®, all opinions belong to Mom vs the Boys. Have you started your holiday baking yet? Ever wished for the ultimate holiday hack for all your baking needs? Anything Goes Cookie Dough from Becel® is an expert-tested recipe that can create endless custom cookie options using merry mix-ins. Soft and chewy cookies guaranteed, every time! Genius right? One time tested recipe, your choice … [Read more...]
If the Dyson DC77 can tackle our mess, it can tackle yours
November 16, 2015 By 82 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
So here's the thing, I don't normally tell people how dirty our house is, but with 3 boys and a dog, well, we know what a dirty house looks like. Yes, like it or not, boys are beasts when it comes to dirt and our puppy is not exactly innocent either. From muddy boots to sandy fur (he loves to dig in the sand box) our floors can take a beating year round. This time of year, when we are between seasons, can be particularily brutal as we have tons of leaves still on the ground and plenty of wet … [Read more...]
Dietainment – Digging Deeper
November 13, 2015 By 45 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Last week, I shared with you in a blog post a new initiative from Multi-Grain Cheerios that has parents signing a petition to stop harmful messaging to kids about their bodies. While most people equate body image struggles to girls, I wanted to share and explore the topic from a boy's perspective. It's true that girls are bombarded with images and messages portrayed in the media to be thinner and prettier, but boys are also blasted with similar messages as well. And … [Read more...]
Holiday Bakeware from Trudeau
November 12, 2015 By 301 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Tis the season....to bake! With the holidays right around the corner, ladies across the country will soon be donning aprons and firing up the beaters! Whether you join friends in cookie exchanges or just feed the masses in your own family, holiday baking is a tradition. I have fond memories of helping my mom with the Christmas squares and cookies and I love to get my own boys involved in the kitchen as well. Mostly they just love sneaking chocolate chips though! Having the … [Read more...]
White Chocolate Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies
November 11, 2015 By 139 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
My boys are big fans of gingerbread and these soft and chewy White Chocolate Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies are a hit with the young and old alike! It's only the second week in November and already our holiday calendar is filling up fast! The festive season has a way of doing that doesn't it? It's a fun but extremely busy time and to keep the stress away so we can focus on play, I like to try to keep organized and do as much as possible ahead of time. From gift shopping, … [Read more...]
Prepare to Stuff those Stockings!
November 10, 2015 By 306 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
There are so many things to do around the holiday season – whether you’re planning for a winter getaway, attending events or preparing for family reunions – it’s no wonder stocking stuffers can be overlooked. But, let’s not forget that for your kids (and adults too!), little surprises can be just as exciting as unwrapping big gifts under the tree. This year, why not let your mantelpiece shine too with the help of some amazing hidden gems. On behalf of Church and Dwight, here’s a … [Read more...]
