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 ---

Valentine’s Day Gift Idea (Giveaway)

Thanks to Pictures on Gold for sponsoring this post. Looking for the sweetest gift to give your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Whether you are buying for a significant other, child, or someone else, a piece of personalized jewelry is a thoughtful gift that will always be cherished. For Valentine’s Day this year I made … Read more

Movie Night Pick- Monster Family 2: Nobody’s Perfect

This is a sponsored post but all thoughts are my own. Stuck at home and looking for something to watch with the entire family? Check out MONSTER FAMILY 2: NOBODY’S PERFECT, the sequel to Monster Family, now available to rent or buy on Amazon, iTunes, Redbox, DirecTV, and through other digital channels. The movie is about … Read more

All About Mom And Me: A Journal For Mothers And Sons (Giveaway)

Disclosure: I’m being compensated for sharing about this journal but all thoughts are my own. Happy New Year! If one of your goals in 2022 is connecting more with your son, you are in luck because today I’m sharing about an amazingly fun way to do so. All About Mom and Me: A Journal for … Read more

Holiday Fun In Janesville, Wisconsin

Thanks to Janesville for hosting me. All opinions are my own. Nothing says Christmas like twinkling lights strung all around, and Janesville, Wisconsin has millions of them! Recently I took a quick trip from the suburbs of Chicago up to Janesville, which is right over the border in Wisconsin. I visited during the annual Janesville’s … Read more

2021 Christmas Gift Guide (Giveaway)

This is a sponsored post but all thoughts are my own. It’s hard to believe that Christmas is around the corner! As I always do, I’ve gathered up the best Christmas gift ideas for all ages and put them into one place, making it easy to finish your Christmas shopping! You’ll find everything from thoughtful … Read more

Pictures On Gold Locket Giveaway

This is a sponsored post but all thoughts are my own. I love sharing Christmas gift ideas with my readers every year and this is one that I’ve recommended numerous times before. A locket from Pictures on Gold is the perfect gift for mom, your significant other, grandma, or anyone else who wants to carry … Read more

Family Friendly Fun In The Quad Cities

Thanks to the Quad Cities for hosting my family this summer. It was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise difficult season and I’m grateful for the memories made while we explored a new area. I’ve lived in the Chicago area most of my life and had never traveled to the Quad Cities … Read more