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 ---

#SecureNewYear Twitter Party

This is the time of year to make resolutions. If there’s one resolution you must keep in regards to technology in 2013 it is this: Keep yourself and your family safe and free from security threats via your technology. With holiday spending at its highest in the past three years, Trend Micro is helping consumers … Read more

Temporal Artery Thermometer Review & Giveaway

Lucas woke up today fussy, coughing, and warm to the touch. After we got him something to drink I went to take his temperature. This is something that I normally dread doing because he hates sitting there while I hold a little thermometer under his arm. It just makes him even more miserable than he … Read more

Cherry Pie Bites {Recipe}

The following recipe and image come from CanolaInfo and is made with heart-healthy canola oil, which has the least saturated fat of all common culinary oils and is free of trans fat and cholesterol. Ingredients: Crust ½ cup slivered almonds (skin on) 2¼ to 2½ cups all-purpose flour ½ tsp salt ½ tsp baking powder … Read more

Menu Plan {January 7th-13th}

Monday: Salmon, Noodles, & Green Beans Tuesday: Spaghetti with Italian Sausage Wednesday: Leftovers Thursday: Crockpot Chicken Friday: Out to eat {with gift card from Christmas} Saturday: Steak Fajitas Sunday: Leftovers

Internet Security In The New Year

Since March of last year my family has been a participant in the Digital Joneses study. This study is organized by Internet security company Trend Micro and follows seven bloggers {and our families} throughout the year as we complete monthly technology challenges. The goal of the study is to help improve and examine the struggles … Read more

Free Memory Jar Printable From Paper Coterie

Want to start journaling or keeping a memory jar but don’t know what to write about? Paper Coterie created a downloadable printable with 52 writing prompts. Find the download here. Enjoy :)

Reusing Items For Learning Fun

I talked last month about Unilever and their commitment to donating meals to those in need. I found out that this was just a part of their sustainable living plan. They are also working on improving health and well-being, enhancing livelihoods, and reducing environmental impact. They are working towards a goal of 100% renewable energy. … Read more