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 ---

Oscar Mayer’s New Carving Board Pulled Pork {Review}

I love pulled pork. If I plan ahead and am on top of things around the house I’ll make it in the slow cooker. For this to happen though, I need to have my meat thawed and the ingredients ready so you can probably figure out that this doesn’t happen very often. Thankfully, I can … Read more

Skin Resolutions {$100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway}

Did you know that the foods you eat, amount you sleep and level of exercise activity all have an impact on your skin? Here are some tips to get your skin’s metabolism moving in the New Year: o   Swap your white bread with whole grain options to help support healthy looking skin. Whole grains help … Read more

Bianchi Ride-On Car Giveaway {$239 ARV}

I’m joining in with Lori from A Day In Motherhood and some other bloggers to give away a great item for children. I think any young child would love this little metal ride-on car one of you is going to win. Before we get to the giveaway though, here is some information from Lori about … Read more

Chocolate Soufflé {Low-Calorie Recipe}

{Recipe and image provided by BetterEats.com} So excited to share this recipe because I LOVE chocolate! Soufflés may look like a restaurant-only dessert, but they are actually easy to make. Whip them up right after dinner and enjoy while they’re still warm from the oven. Enjoy!   Cook Time 20 min Prep Time 15 min … Read more

The Ultimate Mobile Mom Giveaway For New Moms {$960 Value}

Welcome to the Ultimate Mobile Mom Giveaway sponsored by MobileMom.com, Rakuten.com Shopping, Snugli, and Britax! I am happy to be teaming up with some great bloggers to give away some amazing items that are perfect for new moms! Before we get to the giveaway I want to introduce to you MobileMom.com! Mobile Mom is a … Read more

Free Blogger Event: Melissa & Doug Toys

Free Blogger Event! Hosted by Coupon Gator Mommy  Prizes: $250 Melissa & Doug Toys Gift Card 2 Runner Up Prizes: $50 Melissa & Doug Gift Cards Free Link with Announcement Post Event Dates: 02/01 – 02/26 Bloggers Sign Up Here!

Menu Plan {Jan 28th-Feb 3rd}

Monday: Leftover Chinese Tuesday: Paninis Wednesday: Breakfast Thursday: Hawaiian Pork Sandwiches Friday: Chicken Marsala Saturday: Braised Beef & Potatoes Sunday: Leftovers