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Mid-Michigan Moms
We are passionate about the Mid-Michigan community and the moms who live here. Our goal is to make this community feel just a little bit smaller. By using both our website, as well as, various social media outlets, we are able to keep you up to date on family-friendly activities around town, provide advice on motherhood, and encourage each of you to get out and explore all that our wonderful area has to offer!
Raise a Kind Child, Change the World
A close longtime friend of mine died today. Whenever someone dies, we always think, "I should have spent more time with them while they were here."
I knew my friend was in the hospital....
First Year Milestones, According to Mom
Having a young toddler is, in many ways, easier than having a newborn. I keep having certain moments that make me think, "wow, this used to be so difficult!" These are things that, on...
DIY Shabby Chic Dining Room Table
Summer is here! If you're a mama like me, garage sales {and Facebook Market} become one of the highlights of the summer. DYI projects for the house become a priority for me. Over the last few...
The Struggles of Raising an Independent Child
"No, me try." These words make me cringe. Lately, it's my daughter's favorite phrase and the source of my anxiety. I try to be supportive. I try to congratulate her when she completes even...
Take the Trip: Leave Your Baby Behind
"She can't get out of there, right?" asked our close family member about the crib as we gave her a tour of the nursery, and laid our 1-year-old down for a nap. We were preparing...
How to Make a Chore Chart in 5 Minutes Using Your Phone
I'll admit it, I'm a mean mom.
My child has to do chores.
*gasp!*
The worst, I know.
But I really am a stickler about chores! I need my daughter to know that my God given task on...
The Bathing Suit Dilemma
Oh, the summertime bathing suit dilemma. I was recently inspired by a YouTube video by #IMOMSOHARD...which I am almost positive that if you are reading GCMB, then you have probably seen this hilarious and...
Moms, it’s National Let It Go Day.
Did you know that July 7 is National Let It Go Day? Me neither*. As a mom, you have everyone telling you how to be the perfect mother. If you’re like me, Miss Type A+++ personality, you...
It’s a Summer Fruit Pizza Party! Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Edition
It's summer vacation, and that means more time spent with your kiddos. Summertime for a stay-at-home-mom means finding several activities to keep your kiddos learning and enjoying their summer vacation. For me and the Ollie...