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Warm Summer Pasta
Sharing the recipe that was in the newsletter this past month. This will be a staple dish in our house this Summer! Inspired by a “succotash” salad, this pasta has a the flavors of Summertime - corn, tomatoes, lime etc.! INGREDIENTS 1/2 box (1/2 lb) of favorite pasta...
Stroll & Shop at Rookwood this June!
The first ‘Stroll and Shop at Rookwood’ is Wednesday June 5th 10am - 12pm If you’re looking to get out an enjoy a fun morning with the kids, head to Rookwood to stroll and shop! Lots of great deals, entertainment and yummy food and beverage samples for you and the...
Meet Anne
I am so thrilled to be featuring Anne, a friend and absolute inspiration! Anne is one of those women who makes you feel comfortable right away, and her energy is contagious. She’s the new owner of Define Oakley and mom to three of the sweetest kiddos. Get to know more...
The Local Moms Network Summer Reading
If we’re being real here, summer reading for moms can be a bit of a pipe dream, particularly for those of us who have young kids (as in, you need to be 100 percent focused on them to keep them alive). Or kids with crazy sports schedules. Or full-time jobs. Etc., etc....
Cruciferous Crunch Pizza
This is going to be a staple for me when I make my Trader Joe’s grocery runs. Every time I’m there I grab at least a couple of bags of their Cruciferous Crunch which has shaved Brussels, kale, broccoli, green cabbage and purple cabbage. I started roasting this...
Meet Kate
What’s your favorite thing about living in Hyde Park? My husband and I lived in Chicago before moving back to the Cincinnati area, where we were used to walking everywhere (I didn’t even own a car). We love being able to walk across the street and have several...
Essential Oil Mother’s Day Promo!
As most of you know, I absolutely love Essential Oils and all they bring to our home and family. This Mother’s Day, I’d love to help some of you experience them for the first time. The best way to get started is with a Starter kit. Check out my Instagram Highlights...
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
BaubleBar Earrings I love the price point on these and they are perfect for Spring Summer season! Lake Pajamas I may have sent the link to these to my husband last night 🙂 Softest PJs around -Size up because they shrink a tad in the wash. Mitchell’s Salon Gift Card...
Meet Amanda
What’s your favorite thing about living in the Hyde Park area? THE WALKABILITY!! We absolutely LOVE our location, we can be to Oakley Square, Hyde Park Square and Mt.Lookout square in minutes! Child(ren) and Age(s)? Ace will be 3 next month and his sister,...
Vanilla Bean Cashew Milk
This recipe has been one of my favorites for a while now - I’ve been meaning to post it forever! We are mostly dairy free (minus cheese, am I right?), and this cashew milk satisfies that craving for a creamy rich flavor in coffee, smoothies, cereal and even ice cream....
2019 Summer Camp Guide
St. Ursula Villa Summer Camps Specialty camps and enrichment opportunties offered ALL SUMMER LONG Great options for working parents in need of child care Kids will LOVE being at school this summer with their friends (and making new ones!) We welcome...
In My Cart: Spring Maternity
1. Blue Romper | 2. Joggers | 3. Gingham Button Dress | 4. Black Maxi Dress | 5. Elastic Waist Shorts 1. Sundry Midi Dress | 2. Cover up Dress | 3. White Swing Tunic | 4. Striped Dress (order a size or 2 up!) | 5. Polka Dot Tunic 1. Casual Smock Tee |...
Spring Carrot Turmeric Soup
Ready to boost your immunity after cold season? Whether your house has been hit hard this winter or you feel like you’re fighting it off because everyone around you is sick, consider taking to the kitchen to boost your family’s immunity, starting with this tasty...
How to Tackle Picky Eating – ABC Pediatric Therapy
We’ve teamed up with ABC Pediatric Therapy this year to give Moms the knowledge they need to know about child development and how to deal with tough topics, like picky eating. It can be so easy to over-worry about what your child is and is not eating and it feels...
Second Chance Outfitters – Kids Resale Event
Raise your hand if you're a mama with more kiddo clutter than you know what to do with? Keep em up if the thought of getting rid of them for pennies on the dollar makes you want to cringe? Don't put them down yet...maybe you're a mama who loves shopping great brands...
Rainbow Craft from @rubyandfrances
It’s back! Another craft from the creative Mom behind @rubyandfrances - Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and Spring time! I used an old pampers box and cut out the rainbow shapes. Then scraps of felt, fabric, ribbon, yarn, paper, anything lying around in rainbow colors....
What to Expect: First Dentist Visit
When I think about having to go to the dentist, I try every excuse in the books to reschedule. It’s not my favorite self-care activity. So how can we expect our littles to be pumped up about someone putting pointy tools in their mouth?! It’s not an easy first (or...
Our Experience with Melatonin and Toddlers
Just like many of you, my toddler was struggling to fall asleep and would wake up multiple times during the night wanting Mommy to lay down and stay in her bed. She would only fall asleep if I was next to her laying in her bed. She seemed anxious about falling asleep...
Whole Foods Haul
Hey friends 🙂 I wanted to share some staples we get from Whole Foods in Rookwood Commons most weeks. I always want to know what is in other Mom’s pantries, so here’s a peek into mine! If you want more info or pictures, head to our Instagram page @hydeparkmoms and...
Valentines PJs
1. Rose PJ Set from Gap | 2. Happy Hannas “Loved” PJs | 3. Heart and Lace Set Tucker & Tate | 4. XO Graphic PJ Set Old Navy | 5.Fire Truck PJ Set from Gap | 6. Cookies love Milk Happy Hannas | 7. Pizza to my Party Tucker & Tate ...