Alaina Pangburn
Alaina is a transplanted Georgia peach who came to Texas as a newlywed in October 2010. She has an M.A. in Renaissance Studies from the University of Alabama and B.C. (before children), taught college-level English courses. She spends most of her time running after, feeding, and breaking up fights between her precious offspring. In between all that, she's a freelance writer and editor. She loves starting her day with a cup of coffee and ending it with a good book.
The {4} Best Water Bottles for Kids
As a mom of two, I have spent far too much of my life and money trying to find the best water bottles for my kids. I want ones that are durable, leak-proof, and...
10 Things Parents of Kids with Food Allergies Wish You Knew
Peanut butter Cheerios changed my life.
I don't mean in an awesome "wow, these are so good!" kind of way. I mean in a life-altering, scary kind of way. You see, like many moms of...
Making Writing {Fun} :: Summer Camps with Writing Workshops Dallas
**This post has been sponsored by Writing Workshops Dallas to bring you this experience. All opinions are 100% our own!**
Do you want your teen or young student to learn the basics of good writing?...
{Easy} DIY Spring Wreath
Spring is one of my favorite seasons. It’s always refreshing to see trees budding and flowers blossoming and being able to enjoy some warm weather after months of cold. Spring also inspires me to...
Noobie Box :: The Perfect Gift Boxes for New Moms
**This post has been sponsored by Noobie Box to bring you this experience. All opinions are 100% our own!**
Noobie is a great gift box offering vital support to you as a new mom throughout...
When You’re Just Not Winning :: A Case for Authentic Motherhood
A few months ago, I was experiencing some difficult personal struggles, especially as a mom of two. Everything felt like an epic battle that I just was not gaining any ground on, and I...
Helping Babies Thrive :: Mothers’ Milk Bank of North Texas
**This post has been sponsored by Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas to bring you this experience. All opinions are 100% our own!**
Did you know that DFW is home to one of the top...
The 3 {Stress-Busting} Rs for Moms:: Rest, Routine, and Ritual
Being a mom is an important and rewarding job, but it's also one that comes with its fair share of stress. I know I often get bogged down in everything that is urgent, negative,...
UME Preparatory Academy :: Giving Time Back To Families
It may only be January, but enrollment for the new school year starts soon and August will be here before we know it— it’s time to think about which school your child will attend...
The {Best} Baby Books for Modern Moms
One of my most treasured possessions is the old-school photo album that is my baby book. Full of photos, mementos, and other special remembrances, it’s one of the things I would grab if my...
Let’s Leave the Elf On the {Store} Shelf
I first heard about Elf on the Shelf long before I had kids. Right then and there I swore I would never, ever buy a supposedly magical elf that really runs on Mama’s finite...
Sleep Series :: Surviving Sleep Regressions
This post is part of our Sleep Series. Fellow moms trying to help you rest easy!
My son just turned two. He is energetic, funny, and adorable. And he’s decided that he doesn’t want to...