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 ---

WaterAid {How You Can Help Give Clean Water To Those In Need}

Clean, safe water is something most of us here in the United States take for granted, yet worldwide 800 million people do not have access to it and 2.5 billion have nowhere safe and clean to go to the toilet. As a result, 2,000 children die every day from easily prevented diseases with countless more … Read more

Love Locks Getaway Sweepstakes {And A Giveaway}

I love working with brands who make it easy for people to give back so I’m excited to share this special promotion and sweepstakes Master Lock is doing. Don’t miss the fun Valentine’s themed item one lucky reader of this blog is going to win as well! To raise awareness for American Heart Month, Master … Read more

{Blogger Opp} Amazon GC Giveaway 2/16-3/2

Brought to you by: The Frugal Batavian, The Frugal Free Gal, and Money Saving Lisa. Looking to offer an awesome cash value contest for your blog readers? Well, right now we are taking admissions for the Amazon Gift Card Giveaway that will start on February 16th! The prize will be determined by how many blogger … Read more

Chicken Fricassee With Tarragon {Recipe}

{Recipe and photo provided by BetterEats.com} Fricassee is a classic French stew of chicken and vegetables, cooked in white wine and finished with a touch of cream. The light tarragon-infused sauce begs to be sopped up with crusty bread.   Cook Time 25 min Prep Time 15 min Yields 4 serv.   INGREDIENTS ·         2 … Read more

Mom Made Foods {Giveaway}

Mom Made wants to make it easier for you to keep your commitment to feed your family healthy food, and to teach your kids that nutritious can be delicious! GIVEAWAY!! Mom Made Foods is wanting to spread the love with the Healthy Pledge 2013 and with that comes coupons!!! Mom Made Foods wants to give … Read more

DIY: Heart Hair Braid

If you have a little girl with some hair, and know how to do a french braid, you have to try your hand at this heart hair braid! How cute would this be for Valentine’s Day? Cozy Friedman, author of Cozy’s Complete Guide to Girls’ Hair, shares how to do the heart shaped braid with … Read more

Menu Plan {February 4th-10th}

Monday: Pork Chops Tuesday: Chili Wednesday: Steak Fajitas Thursday: Leftovers Friday: Pizza Rolls Saturday: Homemade Mac & Cheese Sunday: Leftovers

My Favorite Apps On My Windows 8X Phone By HTC

Since I wrote about my new Windows 8 phone last week I have discovered a ton more apps that make my life easier. Here are some of my favorites: 1) Starbuck’s Finder. You all know that I run on Starbuck’s so this app is a must! I know where my local Starbuck’s coffee shops are … Read more