Omaha Mom

For me, the chances of sliding out of the house undetected for an hour of alone gym time is exactly 0%, and a membership that allows for in-facility daycare is not an option, either. Although these two obstacles could...

Just a month or so ago, my husband and I began to talk about how we wanted to "up" our recycling game, while reducing the amount of things that end up in our trash can. We are a family...

We have moved to five different houses and three different cities in the last eight years. I am no moving expert--and the irony is--I’m probably one of the least organized people you’ll ever meet, but having four kids and...

I’ve been fortunate enough to know some pretty amazing people in my lifetime. Jamie Davis, of Omaha, Nebraska is no exception. Having met in college, I always knew my beautiful friend of twenty years was strong, but when her...

The Life Every morning it’s the same routine: wake up to no alarm clock but instead the jabs of my 1 year old poking me or slapping me across the face. “Maaa-ma”. The three-year old sleeping diagonally chirps in, “Can...

I am a mom to twin girls and one baby boy. As I reflect on the differences between having twin infants as opposed to a single infant, I can't help but appreciate how much easier having one baby turns...

Have you heard about the Hefty® EnergyBag™ program? It is a groundbreaking initiative that collects previously non-recycled plastics at the curbside and converts them into valuable energy resources.

At the beginning of this year, I made it a goal to be more aware of what there is to be grateful for in my life. I am also trying to have a more "half cup full" mentality. During...

I love a good road trip! It’s a great opportunity to see more of the country and to make great memories as a family. We have gone on road trips that were only a few hours long and some...

Someone asked me recently if I had always wanted a big family. I quickly answered, "Yes!" I wasn't raised in a large family, but growing up, I baby-sat for several families with four or more kids. All the neighborhood kids...