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 ---

We Remember

Above is a picture I took at Ground Zero in the Summer of 2010

Announcing Campbell’s Wisest Kid

I am so excited to finally be able to spill the beans about something I have been keeping under wraps since July! I have been chosen to work with Campbell’s Soup Company as a Brand Ambassador. I’ve enjoyed Campbell’s soups since I was a little girl and have fond memories of slurping up those noodles … Read more

Molten Cookies {Giveaway}

I love eating dessert. Sometimes at home I get cravings for brownies or chocolate chip cookies. The other day I was looking for something sweet to eat and I remembered that I had some cookie mixes from Krusteaz that I had been sent to try. Krusteaz, one of the country’s fastest growing baking lines is the perfect partner … Read more

Stand With The Children Of Syria‏ {One Tweet = One Dollar Donated}

As Malala Yousafzai recently said, “We must not forget that 57 million children are out of school. We must speak up for peace and development in Nigeria, Syria and Somalia… let us help them through our voice, action and charity.  Let us help them to read books and go to school.” 2 million people are now displaced refugees of Syria. 1 … Read more

New VeggieTales Movie: MacLarry and the Stinky Cheese Battle {Giveaway}

(Disclosure: I received a copy of this DVD for review purposes.) The worldwide best-selling children’s series VeggieTales just released their latest DVD, MacLarry and the Stinky Cheese Battle. Centrally themed around the lesson of “getting along with others,”  this new escapade from the Veggie gang is the perfect companion for parents looking to get their children back in the … Read more

Hub Network’s First Annual Halloween Bash & Costume Contest

The Hub Network, a destination for kids and their families, will host the “Hub Network’s First Annual Halloween Bash,” to be broadcast on Saturday, October 26, 2013 on the cable channel. The special will be hosted by Kenan Thompson (“Saturday Night Live”), along with Halloween expert Martha Stewart who will lead a panel of celebrity judges, and includes music performances and a nationwide … Read more

Chicken Avocado Wraps {Recipe}

Need a quick meal idea? Try these yummy chicken avocado wraps. INGREDIENTS 2 cups chopped cooked chicken ½ cup cubed red pepper ¼ cup chopped cilantro ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced 4, 8-inch tortillas 4 red leaf or Boston lettuce leaves DIRECTIONS Combine chicken, tomato, cilantro and hot sauce … Read more

Fall At The Morton Arboretum {Giveaway}

Fall is quickly approaching and The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL is a great place to see amazing fall color, and enjoy the smells, tastes and sounds of fall. We love visiting the Arboretum and the Fall is one of our favorite seasons to go. Here are some fun events coming up in the next … Read more