Thanks for visiting! I'm Alicia, the author of this blog, and I love sharing bits of our life here and on social media. Back in 2008, when my oldest was only a month old, I started Making Time For Mommy as a way to make time for myself and meet other moms. I hope this blog encourages you to make time for yourself, gives you ideas for family fun, and provides easy tips you can incorporate into your busy life! ---read more about me here ---
(Disclosure: I received free products from Carmex but all thoughts are my own.) Every woman has a style of her own. Some are more classic, some are edgier, and some are always showing off the latest trends. I used to be trendier but started to stick with a more classic look as I headed into … Read more
The holiday season is finally here! I’m so excited to share some great Christmas crafts and activities with you all in the next month. Today’s post has 12 Christmas tree crafts, activities, and even a snack for kids. Enjoy! *** Footprint Tree Craft from The Preschool Toolbox *** Christmas Tree Of Hearts from Blog Me … Read more
(Disclosure: My family attended the Chicago Toy & Game Fair as media and received some free toys and games. I also purchased some items there. All thoughts are my own.) Last Saturday morning we spent time playing at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair. There were lots of great games and toys, some that we … Read more
I am so excited to share that Making Time For Mommy’s 2013 Christmas Gift Guide is live!! Over 100 different gift ideas are featured and more are being added daily. There is something for everyone which makes shopping for Christmas gifts so much easier. Check back often for more ideas and some great giveaways that … Read more
(Disclosure: I joined in supporting this cause because it’s important to me and did so without expectation of receiving anything in return, however, recently I was sent some unexpected gifts as a thank you.) Back in September I shared about a great cause I was helping support and raise money for called Mercy House. A … Read more
I’m excited to be joining in with a great group of bloggers for a special Top Ten Holiday Gift Ideas series. Please join us as we share our favorite books, games, building toys, pretend play toys, crafting supplies or kits, and stocking stuffers! Each participating blog will create their own unique list each week for each … Read more
(Disclosure: I am a Campbell’s Brand Ambassador and this is a sponsored post but all thoughts are my own.) I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is just a few days away! I try to keep a thankful attitude all year long but, like many, the holiday really makes me concentrate on what I’m thankful for. This … Read more
Happy Thanksgiving Week! Check out my list of 8 ways to use leftover turkey! Monday: Breakfast for Dinner Tuesday: Chicken Fajitas Wednesday: Crockpot Honey Apple Pork Loin Thursday: Thanksgiving Dinner!! Friday: Leftovers Saturday: Leftovers Sunday: Chili