Author: Essentially a Mom

Organic Apple Teething Rings
All this momma wants for Christmas is her sons two front teeth to come in.. they are currently cutting through so hopefully by the Holiday we will be back to our normal selves, sleep schedules and attitudes. Even with the …

Starting Solids: The Constipation Crisis
My poor son… I feel as though I have to exploit him on this issue but I can’t really skirt around it otherwise plus look at that face! When we started solids in our household, I felt like a rockstar. …

Carne Asada Sandwiches: The 15 Minute Dinner
The other day I went to the market and if you know me, I’m a meal prepper, which means – I plan for meals for the next 4 or so days so I won’t have to tow along my 8 …

DIY Holiday Wreath
If you’re anything like me or any other human, you’re bound to find yourself invited to a Holiday party or dinner. And if you’re also like me, you hate to go anywhere empty handed. There is no better way to …

Maternity Shoot
Taking a short break before the Holidays for a small throwback to my pregnant self in January 2015. I cannot believe this year is coming to a close and Christmas is just about here… 11 months ago I had the opportunity to …

Starting Solids
When I ventured into the world of baby solids, I thought – I’m going to own this whole Baby-Led Weaning and never make a puree to save time and mess… Famous. Last. Words. The main reason I was so allured by Baby …

Nursery Style
Hello! This may be a long time coming, but today I thought it was probably about time I shared our nursery with you all 🙂 When my husband and I moved into our house, not even one month before Maverick …

Holiday Leftovers: Mini Turkey Pot Pies
I have had so much fun with turkey leftovers this week, because I typically go the route of panini’s and small sandwiches on rolls… original right? Well this year I decided to venture out and make full on dinner meals …

Holiday Leftovers: Turkey Tetrazzini
I love the Holidays – but sometimes there is nothing better than recharging the day (or week) after the hectic Holiday run around. If you’re like me, you have more than one holiday to attend, which is glorious and always …