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PBGT – Workout 2
Day 2, ladies! Let's do this together. Share your workout with us #HPMomsFIT on Instagram or Facebook.
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Meet Gretchen
Meet Gretchen, Mom and entrepreneur right here in Hyde Park. Hyde Park has always had a special place in her heart over the years and she finally made it home with her boutique, house and school all within 2 blocks - talk about the ultimate Hyde Park Mom! Get to know...
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Planks Before Giving Thanks
To get your prepped for the super bowl of eating, Hyde Park Moms has teamed up with the amazing Ashley Morgan of Naturally Nati Fitness to bring you Planks Before Giving Thanks - 10 workouts that can be done at home with no equipment in 30...
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Holiday Organization with Simplify in Style
Staying organized during the holiday season seems like an oxymoron to most people, but these tips from the Simplify In Style home organizers will help you get on top of the Holiday and into the spirit without feeling overwhelmed! Every year, it...
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List: Winter Activities
I'm thinking the same thing you are. How will we survive the winter without the Children's Museum?! Well, I'm here to say it's going to be OK. Here is a list of Winter Activities to let the little ones run wild and help you keep your sanity!...
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Gratitude Jar
November and the Holidays should remind us to be grateful for all of the wonderful things we have in our lives. But it's hard to do with all of the madness these next few months bring. Cookie parties, office parties, Holiday parties and any...
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Simple Brussel Sprout Salad
I live for this salad during the week. It's super healthy and packed with fiber and fat to keep you fueled. Take a short cut and use Trader Joe's shaved brussel sprouts - game changer and time saver! Ingredients 1/2 - 1 bag of shaved brussel sprouts form Trader Joe's...
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Cozy Fall Finds from Local Shops
Comfy and cute - match with the kids (see below)! I'm always on the hunt for a cozy sweatsuit for my babies. Love that it can be for boy and girl - gotta have the matchy match happening! Love a good cozy tunic - I would order a size up to wear with...
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Meet Jenny
I feel so lucky to have Jenny Krehbiel as our next "Meet a Mom!" Jenny grew up in Maderia and now lives right here in Mt. Lookout with her husband, John and her precious twins, Margot and Davis. Jenny and John are college sweethearts (I went to Miami and studied...
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Spotify Playlist: Fall Favorites
While we're stuck indoors with this cold weather (yikes, it's already here) put on this playlist! Enjoy it while carving pumpkins or hanging out indoors! Family friendly 🙂 Play it below or find it here on Spotify.
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Pink Water!
A water that's pretty, healthy and tastes great? Yes, it's true! Meet Everly. Are you like me? 5:30pm rolls around and suddenly you realize that you have only had coffee and lacroix. I have the hardest time remembering to drink water throughout the day mainly...
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Local Shops for Last Minute Costumes
Why do I feel like I am ALWAYS scrambling at the last minute for Halloween costumes? The creative pressure, the DIY, the options - it just seems to paralyze me every year! Anyone else like this?! Well, as I was chatting with the ladies at Castle House, and a...
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Tips to Prevent Kids Cavities
I see lots of candy in our future, Mamas, so I decided to recruit the best-of-the-best to help us figure what to do with the buckets of left-over candy and how to avoid cavities! Here are some helpful tips from Katie at Hyde Park Pediatric Dentistry....
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#HPmoms List: Family Photographers
Nothing makes us Mamas happier than a well-captured family photo. It's the perfect time of year to take advantage of the beautiful weather and finally schedule that exciting (read: stressful) family photo session for Holiday card season. Well, here's your...
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Best Simple Veggie Soup
Everyone needs a staple veggie soup for a cozy weeknight dinner. This is the easiest soup recipe I have made yet. Grab a mug, snuggle up with the family and enjoy this tasty (and healthy) soup! Ingredients 1/2 or small yellow onion 1 smashed garlic clove 2 tbs...
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Weekend Roundup!
You made it to the weekend! Its time to relax with family and have some fun. It's gearing up to be gorgeous Fall weekend! Here's a list of things to do around the hood, at home and in the city. Make sure you share your adventures and tag #HPmoms or...
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Green BEAN Delivery + Hyde Park Moms
Because being a Mom is one of the hardest jobs around, we scoped out some companies that help you save time and #mombetter. Top of the list? Green BEAN Delivery. Green BEAN Delivery is an online grocery service for families and food-lovers alike. They offer members...
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List: Custom Birthday Cakes & Sweets
Gearing up for a birthday or Holiday party? I always think the perfect addition to a fun shindig is a good custom cake or cookie. These are the top 5 mom-recommended bakeries for custom cakes and moms love each of them for different reasons. Read below and...
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Ritzy Sitzy
WHAT: Shopping cart and high chair cover WHY WE LOVE: Keep germs and grime away from your little one on Target runs and dinners out. All of the bold patterns make it more fun to tote around the babes and you look good doing it! Makes you feel like you're a little...
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Fall on the Farm Giveaway!
The kids are back in school, the temps are cooling down and the pumpkin spice lattes are flowing. Fall is here. When we think of fall family fun, Blooms and Berries Farm is top of the list! Last year we had such a blast during our visit that we returned again the...