What we’ve been up to (and a sneak peek at my new ebook!)
If you’re a regular reader here at The Happiest Home, you’ve probably noticed that new posts have been a little scarce recently. Where have we been? Well, Sarah and I have both had our heads down...
View Articlea baby on my hip
I wrote this post a few years ago, but I was reminded of it today…and think it’s especially apropos as I prepare for the launch of Beyond Baby, which is all about taking the time to think about how...
View ArticleIt’s here. (My new ebook, Beyond Baby, is available, aaaaaahhh!)
Everyone, it’s been a long month. Sarah and I have dealt with approximately eight million and two issues, some little and some big, some we saw coming, some that popped up at the last minute. I wrote...
View ArticlePlan the perfect Mother’s Day – for yourself.
Mother’s Day can be tricky, yes? Maybe you’ll hold out hope that your spouse or kids will create the perfect experience for you…and then feel that soul-blackening resentment build up when that...
View ArticleOn spending Mother’s Day without the kids
Every Sunday morning I share a moment from my week and something it illustrated about motherhood, family life, or simply being human. I invite you to set aside a moment out of your weekend for...
View ArticleLearning to embrace the ordinary
Every Sunday morning I share a moment from my week and something it illustrated about motherhood, family life, or simply being human. I invite you to set aside a moment out of your weekend for...
View ArticlePeople will remember how you made them feel.
Every Sunday morning I share a moment from my week and something it illustrated about motherhood, family life, or simply being human. I invite you to set aside a moment out of your weekend for...
View ArticleLearning to embrace solitude (even when it comes with sadness)
One recent weekday afternoon, I found myself in a completely quiet house. Clara was spending the day with my mother-in-law, Jon was with clients, and all the boys were finishing up their last week of...
View ArticleOn home envy, destiny, and being open to possibilities.
Four or five years ago, when we had recently moved to our little city and I was spending hours weekly poring over real-estate listings, I fell in love with a white Colonial house for sale, just a few...
View Article30-50% off ModCloth Swimsuits: Made For a Mom’s Body!
I generally don’t take pictures of myself in a swimsuit and then post them on the Internet. And when I say “I don’t generally” I mean “It has literally never happened before this summer.” Let’s be...
View ArticleBack To School: The New Year For Moms!
Can you believe it?? All of my kids – all five of my kids – are in school all day, all week, all at the same time, for the first time in my life as a mother. That’s close to seventeen years. I almost...
View ArticleWant to focus on YOU this fall? Join me for Beyond Baby Boot Camp (It’s FREE!)
How’s this for irony? The very morning I was set for an early launch of Beyond Baby Boot Camp, a free program meant to both celebrate the freedom and space we start to experience as our children get...
View ArticleFall Crafts, Food, And Fashion – All In One Place!
Helloooooooo, fall. Is it crisp where you are yet? We hope so, because there’s nothing better, is there? To help you get in the mood for fall weather, food, fun, and fashion, we’ve rounded up a few...
View Article5 Must-Haves for Cold-Weather Dwellers
Brrr! Is it chilly where you are? If it isn’t yet, it will be soon – for most of the country anyway. This post from last winter keeps popping up in our Pinterest feed, so it must mean people are...
View Article8 Inspiring Quotes About Gratitude (Free Printables!)
I love a good quotation, don’t you? In getting my home ready to host Thanksgiving this year, I came across some picture frames I’m not using for anything else. I thought it would be fun to fill them...
View ArticleCreate A Calmer Holiday With Doña Bumgarner: The Home Hour Episode 44
To those of you who celebrate, Happy Thanksgiving! If you’re cooking, cleaning, or traveling this weekend, I hope you’ll take a little time to let this week’s episode of The Home Hour keep you...
View Article10 Great Gifts For Moms: Our 2014 Holiday Gift Guide
Happy December, friends! We had fun rounding up some of our favorite products and gift ideas for you this year. As we start planning for the holiday season, it’s easy to put others first and forget...
View ArticleHoliday Style For Moms With Shana Draugelis: The Home Hour Episode 45
Did you know plaid pants are back? Did you know turtlenecks are, too? If not (I didn’t!) you definitely need to tune in to this week’s episode of The Home Hour, where Shana Draugelis of The Mom Edit...
View ArticleBig Week Of Giveaways! Win A Pulsaderm Facial Cleanser Brush
It’s that time of year again! Here at The Happiest Home we work hard to bring you encouraging, inspiring, helpful content to help you find more satisfaction in your family and home life. But sometimes...
View ArticleYou Don’t Have To Save Christmas
If the final days before Christmas feel stressful for you, you’re not alone. We thought we’d revisit this wise post from last year, by regular contributor Heather Caliri. My favorite tip? “Feel your...
View Article25 Kick-In-The-Butt Inspiring Posts To Get You Motivated For 2015
If you haven’t noticed, we’ve been a little light on new posts around these parts this month. Meagan and I are both enjoying the holidays with our families – and we hope you are, too! Going into New...
View ArticleMaking a Style Statement with Shana Draugelis: The Home Hour Episode 54
Want to update your look without buying a whole new wardrobe? In this episode Shana of The Mom Edit and I discuss statement pieces, fun accessories, and how to give your makeup routine some oomph. We...
View Article#IWasSoTired – Share your sleepless stories for a chance to win $1000 in prizes!
I’ve written about sleep here enough that you guys all know how I feel about it, right? If not, here’s the short version: Get sleep. Get it however you have to. 8-10 hours of quality sleep at night...
View ArticlePodcast Spotlight: The Style Hour
Over the last week or so I’ve been giving you a closer look at the new shows that make up the Life, Listened podcast network. If you missed them, check out the posts about The Mom Hour and The...
View ArticleWhen Your Best Friend’s Kid And Yours Grow Apart
I’ve written here plenty of times about mom friendships: how to find friends as a new mom, how to stay friends with non-moms. But what happens when the babies that brought you and your mom-bestie...
View ArticleRacism Begins – And Ends – In The Home: Why I’m Speaking Up Now
Friends, this post is more than a little bit out of character for me. You may have noticed that I very, very rarely comment on current events here on this blog. I’ve long recognized that I lack a sort...
View ArticleSummer Shortcuts eBook Now Available! (Plus, How To Get One FREE)
If your kids have been out of school for a few days or more, you’ve probably realized something. Summer is wonderful, AND it can be a lot of work for moms. Our “summer shortcuts” series last year was...
View ArticleGive Your Week a Boost: Plan To Spend Time Outside
Yesterday was a lovely day here in Southwest Michigan. The sun shone brightly, the birds sang. The kids biked up and down our alley frantically, as though trying to expel four months’ worth of pent-up...
View ArticleNeed help staying organized? Print out a hard copy (of something).
We’ve started dedicating Monday mornings to a single tip or simple idea to get your week off to a better start. This week it’s my turn! -Sarah Are you a pen-and-paper planner or a digital listmaker? As...
View ArticleYou can always go to the mat: why rest is necessary for success.
Every Sunday morning I share a moment from my week and something it illustrated about motherhood, family life, or simply being human. I invite you to set aside a moment out of your weekend for...
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