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22Jun 2020 by Mommy My Way 2 Comments

Easiest way to paint kitchen cabinets

Blog, DIY, Home & Decor, Home Improvement, Shop My Posts

When I bought my duplex a year and a half ago, the one project I knew I wanted to tackle was painting my kitchen cabinets. But if you know me at all, you know I'm a lazy painter and actually hate this element of home projects! So I wanted to find the easiest way to paint kitchen cabinets that would still have a great finish and a beautiful update in the end. To start, my kitchen consisted of soft-close solid oak cabinet doors and drawers. Because of the soft close functionality, I didn't want to remove the drawers and doors from the hinges. Also, it will be a rental once I move out. So I'm not too worried about perfection, or even with painting the back of the doors. I…

29May 2020 by Mommy My Way No Comments

How to find a shark tooth at Caspersen Beach

Blog, Destinations, Travel

Last weekend the kids and I, along with my mom, took a trip to Caspersen Beach to find sharks teeth. We were total beginners and learned some lessons along the way. Here's a quick guide on how to find a shark tooth at Caspersen Beach. picture of shark teeth Caspersen Beach is one of the best shark teeth Florida beaches out there and it is right in our backyard practically. It would have been only a 30 minute car ride if we didn't get lost along the way. This Florida shark tooth beach is great for finding sharks teeth and sea creatures but I wouldn't give it 5 stars in terms of a traditional beach experience. I wasn't expecting this aspect so a few tips: Pack light It's a bit…

26May 2020 by Mommy My Way No Comments

Have more energy, lose weight and get better sleep - my postpartum diet goals

Blog, Pregnancy / Post-partum, Sponsored

This post is sponsored by “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. It's been almost 2 years since Zenia was born, and I'm finally starting to feel like it's time to prioritize myself and my health. I'm excited to try Always Eat After 7 PM: The Revolutionary Rule-Breaking Diet That Lets You Enjoy Huge Dinners, Desserts, and Indulgent Snacks—While Burning Fat Overnight by Joel Marion and share my journey with you all. Based on surprising science, Always Eat After 7 PM debunks popular diet myths and offers an easy-to-follow diet that accelerates fat-burning and allows you to indulge in your most intense food cravings: Eating the majority of your calories at night. “Always Eat After 7 pm is a three-phase program that teaches you how to…

09Apr 2020 by Mommy My Way No Comments

5 Tips to teach healthy eating for toddlers

Blog, Parenting

The number of kids affected by childhood obesity today is staggering, and that’s no surprise considering how dependent we have all become on packaged and processed foods. Good eating habits start early, and if that’s what you’re looking to do with your toddler, here’s a bit of help. Read on to discover 5 actionable ways to teach healthy eating habits for toddlers. Turn off the TV This one’s a golden rule that should be implemented in all households, and I'm the first to admit that it's easier said than done. Try to make eating meals more of a conscious activity for your toddler. Getting her to watch TV or play a game on your phone isn’t going to get her to eat her veggies, at least not for long. Instead,…

29Jan 2020 by Mommy My Way No Comments

Must-Have Items for Your Baby

Blog, Parenting, Pregnancy / Post-partum

There's no one-size-fits-all plan for welcoming a new life into the world, as every mother and child will have their own special story. But of course, there are some tools you should equip yourself with to help you navigate the unique journey of motherhood. Read on to find out about the essential baby items that can make all the difference both for you and your baby. 1. Nursery need: A crib Credit: IKEA Whether it's naps during the day or training them to sleep by themselves at night, sleep is a crucial component of your baby's growth and development. Aside from being the foundation for the development of different body systems, I've learned that it plays a big role in making sure that mom is happy and healthy as well.…

24Jan 2020 by Mommy My Way No Comments

Valentine’s Day Home Decor

Blog, Decor, Home & Decor

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and for all of my fellow interior design and decor lovers, the holiday is a great opportunity to switch up your home design and bring in Valentine’s Day decorations. It can sometimes be difficult to decorate for specific holidays like this one without going overboard or making permanent decor changes. It’s important to find decor options that look purposeful, but can be easily changed as the seasons change. Try following these Valentine's Day decor ideas and tips to tastefully incorporate the holiday into your home. Flowers and Candy Vases Flowers, of course, go perfectly with the holiday. Find a perfect set of flowers at your local grocery store or floral shop. Or you can try ordering from an online flower service to avoid the hassle…

27Nov 2019 by Mommy My Way No Comments

Black Friday Furniture Deals - Home decor and furniture sales

Blog, Decor, Home & Decor, Shop My Posts

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, I wanted to share what's on my home decor and furniture shopping list with you so you can snag some amazing deals along with me. [mv_video key="a2xu0bcjfc2y4440hpjj" title="DIY French dresser restoration / upcycle changing table for nursery Mommy My Way" thumbnail="https://mediavine-res.cloudinary.com/v1535215186/lofejaloh9b4hr8wjvpe.jpg" volume="70" doNotOptimizePlacement="undefined" doNotAutoplayNorOptimizePlacement="false" ratio="" jsonLd=true] After our home flooded, I had to replace almost all of the furniture in my living room, dining room, and kids play area. Here are some Black Friday Furniture Deals. Dining Room Decor Industrial farmhouse is my dining room style, with rich warm woods contrasting with black metal accents. My dining room also doubles as my entryway, so I needed storage and functional pieces in here as well. Shop my dining room pieces [show_lookbook_widget id="437561"]…

09Nov 2019 by Mommy My Way No Comments

Best sensory toys for kids

Blog, Parenting

I am not a doctor and this post is not meant to diagnose your child. It is my opinion on the best sensory toys for kids based on my experience with my son's form of sensory processing disorder. When it comes to toys and holidays I really struggle with adding more junk to the toy box. That’s not to say he doesn’t play with all the toys we just don’t need them and they’re not productive to his sensory issues. [mv_video key="heznzaymendkekunyuyv" title="Occupational therapy evaluation for 3 year old - Mommy My Way Daily Vlog" thumbnail="https://mediavine-res.cloudinary.com/v1534897489/rmj4qykexzbjgl4ofl6a.jpg" volume="70" doNotOptimizePlacement="undefined" doNotAutoplayNorOptimizePlacement="false" ratio="" jsonLd=true] Zaylen struggles with proprioceptive and vestibular sensory processing disorder. And every year around Christmas time and shortly after his birthday I wish I could find a list of the…

22Oct 2019 by Mommy My Way 11 Comments

Sleep training a toddler after Co-sleeping - 3 things you need to get your bed back

Blog, Parenting

Sleep training a toddler after co-sleeping for most of his life is a tough journey to tackle, but if you want your bed back then you need to start. Zaylen has been in and out of my bed for 4 and a half years now. Even when I sleep trained him at 10 months old, there were always set backs that brought him back in to my room. From relocating to Florida, having another baby, getting sick with the cold & flu, and more, there's always been a reason to bed share that affected his sleep training progress. As much as I love the snuggles, sleep is becoming more and more scarce in my house. And if I'm going to be the best mom for my two kids, then I…

15Oct 2019 by Mommy My Way 1 Comment

Healthy family breakfast ideas for busy mornings

Blog, Parenting, Sponsored

This blog post is sponsored by Cascadian Farm and TheFeedfeed. All thoughts and opinions are my own. When we’re running out the door in the morning, with literal no minutes left until we’re late, wrangling two kids to sit at the table and eat their breakfasts is the absolute last thing on my Want To Do List. I recruited your help a few months back on healthy breakfast ideas for skinny toddlers, and you guys did not disappoint, so you know that skipping the first meal of the day is simply not an option in our household. Here are some fun choices for healthy family breakfast based on how much time you have in the morning. Family breakfast ideas when you have 30 minutes Let’s be real, this rarely happens.…

24Sep 2019 by Mommy My Way No Comments

DIY Donut Wall wedding and party decorations

Blog, DIY, Parenting

Donut wall wedding and birthday party decorations are all the trend lately. And you guys know I can't have a party without making at least one piece on my own. For Zenia's donut themed birthday party, I made her a DIY donut wall. [mv_video key="fsvhdafdovwhz9r02bsj" title="Donut Grow Up Birthday Party" thumbnail="https://mediavine-res.cloudinary.com/video/upload/fsvhdafdovwhz9r02bsj.jpg" volume="70" doNotOptimizePlacement="undefined" doNotAutoplayNorOptimizePlacement="false" ratio=""] I have to say, of all of my recent wood working DIY projects, this one was relatively easy. I didn't need many supplies or tools; and there was no drilling, screwing or hammering involved. DIY Donut Display Supplies 1" x 4" piece of pine wood (10 feet length) cut into five 2 ft long segments 1" x 2" piece of pine wood (4-6 feet in length) cut into two 16" long segments 5/8 inch dowels…

24Aug 2019 by Mommy My Way No Comments

My Breastfeeding Story

Blog, Breastfeeding / Pumping, Sponsored

I’ve had two incredibly unique breastfeeding experiences with my kids. Here's my breastfeeding story. This post is sponsored by Babylist and Walmart. Head to babylist.com to see more Fed is Best stories in honor of National Breastfeeding Month. With Zaylen, my oldest, I felt thrown to the wolves. I received very little information from the people and doctors around me, I was living in a city with no friends or family and no support system, and I was told repetitively that breastfeeding was our only option. [mv_video key="qc6zbqlvvi0jkupawtfd" title="Babylist Hello Baby Box Unboxing with Mommy My Way" thumbnail="https://mediavine-res.cloudinary.com/video/upload/qc6zbqlvvi0jkupawtfd.jpg" volume="70" doNotOptimizePlacement="undefined" doNotAutoplayNorOptimizePlacement="false" ratio=""] The hospital televisions played breastfeeding scare propaganda on repeat the entire time I was in recovery after delivery, but no one came around to actually help us figure…