Get ready to pack your overnight bag! 2024 is the year to get REAL about self-care time! Whether you're a first-time mom with a newborn babe at home or you have a house teeming with kiddos, a getaway is likely to do you a whole lot of good! Don't worry - we won't take you on a road trip far away from home. You can stay right here at a hotel in The Woodlands (your choice of lavish, quaint, or something in between), so you won't feel completely out of your element.
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Ready, set… GO!
Or actually, don’t go. Wait. Stop. Breathe, even if it’s for just a few minutes.
Waking up and getting ready for the day shouldn’t be stressful and anxiety-inducing. Consider these tips to ease into your morning with purpose and delight.
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Ever made monkey bread? It's delicious! This fun recipe is something the kids will enjoy making alongside you, and you can add an extra couple steps to turn it into a "King Cake" for Mardi Gras or any other time of year. We adapted this recipe from the Abu's Monkey Bread recipe in the Disney Princess Cookbook [ad]. (All the recipes in the book are really delicious and easy to pull off.)
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Surely you've enjoyed your share of summer picnics, but have you ever had one in the winter time? No? Oh, you're in for such a treat! It's very possible to spend a lovely, luxurious time outdoors in The Woodlands with blankets, warm foods, hot drinks, and games during the cold weather months. Here's how to pull it off.
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I don't care for the taste of blackeyed peas, but I make them on New Year's Day out of tradition. Eating them is supposed to bring prosperity in the new year, and who couldn't use some of that?! I encourage my kids to all take at least one bite, and though we're really not superstitious at all, it's a fun custom.
A few years ago, I happened upon a new recipe for making these good luck beans, and I've been pleased with the results. My family gives the dish 2 thumbs up (well, everyone except the 9-year-old). I think the secret to this simple crockpot recipe is the whole jalapenos. Make no mistake - the results are not spicy, but the subtle flavor of the jalapenos does a number on your taste buds! This recipe yields 8 servings. Enjoy!
I don't care for the taste of blackeyed peas, but I make them on New Year's Day out of tradition. Eating them is supposed to bring prosperity in the new year, and who couldn't use some of that?! I encourage my kids to all take at least one bite, and though we're really not superstitious at all, it's a fun custom.
A few years ago, I happened upon a new recipe for making these good luck beans, and I've been pleased with the results. My family gives the dish 2 thumbs up (well, everyone except the 9-year-old). I think the secret to this simple crockpot recipe is the whole jalapenos. Make no mistake - the results are not spicy, but the subtle flavor of the jalapenos does a number on your taste buds! This recipe yields 8 servings. Enjoy!
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Have you been wondering how you can be SMART when making your New Year's resolutions? Despite the fact that more New Year's resolutions are broken each year than any other goal, we still look forward to another opportunity to exercise discipline and have a fabulous year!
SMART is an acronym for several different stages of the goal-setting process. If you're planning to make a New Year's resolution, become familiar with what each letter stands for so that you can develop achievable resolutions. The following represents SMART goals, broken down into an easy to understand manner:
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Hey Woodlands mommies! As stores are contending with throngs of holiday shoppers trying to get the best Christmas deals, I just want to equip you with a few reminders to protect you and your families while you’re out and about.
One of the most important things to remember this season is to BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS. As moms, sometimes we arrive at a shopping center and are more concerned with finding a close parking space, or we’re talking with others on our cell phones, or we’re engaging with the kids, and we’re simply not paying enough attention to the details around us.
For this season and always, be sure to remember these 3 very important safety tips:
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Our local libraries are hosting fun celebrations in December! Be sure to mark your calendars and get ready to join in for some special magic this season. There will be Santa visits, crafts, goodies, and more! Check out the events below, and be sure to REGISTER ahead of time for the ones that require registration. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to you! NOTE: You will also find these events on our Events Calendar > events.WoodlandsMommy.com.
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Christmas time has arrived! We've refreshed our picks for 2023 and are excited to present these favorites of the season that you'll enjoy with your little ones! For ease in ordering, affiliate links are included for each recommendation. Grab a blanket and a cup of cocoa, cuddle up, scooch in, and enjoy!
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December 1 is swiftly approaching, so it's time to snag your advent calendars for the fun tradition of having a daily "treat" beginning December 1. When I was a kid, our advent calendars consisted of one thin (very thin) piece of fake chocolate, one for each day in December leading up to Christmas Day. My, how things have changed! These days, you can find calendars for a variety of interests, and each year more themes get added to the market!
There's no denying it... teachers are the best! Show your love and appreciation with a gift they will treasure!
CLICK HERE to shop the list! We add new product ideas all season!
