Alicia Marie 
Thanks to all the sponsors of this year’s gift guide who support this blog. It’s “the most wonderful time of the year”….Christmas! And that means it’s also time for Making Time For Mommy’s annual holiday gift guide. I’m excited to share gift ideas for everyone on your list so you can get your shopping done … Read more
Thanks to adidas for sponsoring this post. Have you seen those videos of teens sharing their Christmas wishlists via PowerPoint? I think they’re super creative, and I love seeing how much thought they put into their “presentations.” They can also be a little hilarious when you realize just how bougie some of their picks are. … Read more
Thanks to adidas for sponsoring this post. I love how they empower women to celebrate their bodies at every size, champion gender equity in sports, and create leggings that move with and support every body. Growing up, I had a toxic relationship with my own body. I believed I was overweight even when I wasn’t. … Read more
Thanks to adidas for sponsoring this post. I recently shared an adidas back-to-school shoe haul on TikTok and wanted to share my favorites with you all here. Whether you are looking for kids’ running shoes or some classic shoes for yourself, adidas has the styles your family wants. Let’s start with the next shoe I’ll be … Read more
Thanks to adidas for sponsoring this post. It’s mid-August which means back-to-school season is here and the fall sports season has kicked off. This year my youngest has started her second year of cheerleading and I’m on the hunt for a cute cheer backpack for her. I’ve seen a lot of the older cheerleaders have … Read more
Have you ever felt like your paycheck disappears the moment it hits your bank account? You’re not alone. Many families across the U.S. are in the same boat—working hard yet struggling to stretch each dollar until the next payday. In this blog, we will share practical and easy-to-follow budgeting tips that can help families make … Read more
Buying your first home is a big step—and honestly, kind of a rollercoaster. You’re excited, a little nervous, and probably already thinking about all the things you want to change. Most first-time buyers don’t move into a perfect home. There’s always something to update, repair, or redo. The good news is that renovation projects don’t … Read more
Thanks to Challenger Sports for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own based on my family’s experiences with Challenger Sports. We still have snow on the ground here in Illinois so It’s hard to believe it, but summer is around the corner and it’s time to sign up for summer camps already! My kids … Read more