Good Eats | Featuring Healthy Choice, Udi's Gluten Free, and Evol

Good Eats | Featuring Healthy Choice, Udi's Gluten Free, and Evol

You guys know I love to eat healthy food! I like to keep my freezer stocked with good stuff for when I’m on the go or coming home from travel. Last year, I wrote a blog post on the items I like to keep frozen so I wanted to update that for you guys.

Some of my favorite healthy frozen brands are Healthy Choice, Udi’s Gluten Free, and Evol. So I wanted to share a few of my favorites with you today.

Traveling With a Baby | Featuring The Emerald

Traveling With a Baby | Featuring The Emerald

Traveling with a baby can seem like a daunting task, especially as new parents. I’m no expert in this field, but I’ve had several successful trips in the one year that I’ve had my little girl, as well as a couple of failed ones too! I wanted to share what works for us here as well as hopefully instill some confidence for you to travel with your kids as much as possible.

Girls Staycay | Featuring The Royal Palms Resort & Spa

Girls Staycay | Featuring The Royal Palms Resort & Spa

Mckenna and I decided on the Royal Palms in Phoenix for our little girls staycay. There are so many beautiful resorts in the area, but we especially love Royal Palms because of how beautiful it is. It’s so charming and quaint, it literally feels like you’re in Europe! I honestly forget that I’m still in Arizona, and I really don’t live far from the resort.

8 Daily Tweaks That Make Your Life Better

8 Daily Tweaks That Make Your Life Better

A few tweaks to my daily routine has helped me find a little more inner peace. I used to make time for all sorts of daily rituals that make me happy like reading, meditating, yoga, taking a bath, or going for a walk. However, having a kid really does throw a wrench in things (a good wrench, but a wrench nonetheless). Most of your day is highly unpredictable, making organization feel like a foreign country. So something as simple as scheduling in a few moments to yourself may help you like it does me.

Happy Egg Co. Heritage Breed

Happy Egg Co. Heritage Breed

Feeding my family nutritious food is a no-brainer. I love teaching Nixon about the healthiest and freshest options when it comes to eating! Heritage Breed eggs by Happy Egg are some of the freshest eggs I've ever tasted! But equally important is the sustainability of our foods. Happy Egg thrives under natural conditions and come from several small family farms throughout Missouri and Arkansas. 

Neighborhood fave, T.Cook's gets a new chef!

Neighborhood fave, T.Cook's gets a new chef!

T. Cook’s has been the go-to dining destination for more than two decades and Valley foodies have a whole new reason to visit now that Chef Alex Robinson has taken over as executive chef, bringing with him an exciting take on Mediterranean cuisine that combines his California sensibility with French techniques.

At 33, Chef Alex has worked in some of the country’s best five-star resort kitchens including The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, The Ritz-Carlton Chicago; Four Season Resort Jackson Hole, Four Seasons Hotel Denver, Four Seasons Hotel Boston and Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North.

Spa Overview | Featuring The Phoenician

Spa Overview | Featuring The Phoenician

Other than the services, this beautiful spa (who recently went through an insane renovation) offers a sauna, steam, hot tub and resting room and obviously the gorgeous rooftop pool I mentioned earlier. I AM OBSESSED with this spa. I am going to be doing a full roundup of Phoenix spas asap, but I can tell you right now, this one is up there!

Benihana “Be The Chef”

Benihana “Be The Chef”

I love to cook but honestly, I’m just not that great at it. My two worlds collided on this day when one of my very favorite restaurants taught me to cook their signature meal!

Overview | PALO VERDE SPA & APOTHECARY at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa

Overview | PALO VERDE SPA & APOTHECARY at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa

Early morning strolls through the grounds of the Andaz are necessary. It’s so peaceful with beautiful 360 views of various mountains and desert terrain, it makes for a tranquil little exercise!

Spa Overview | Featuring Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort

Spa Overview | Featuring Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort

Right down the road from my house is a very relaxing place nestled within Camelback Mountain called Sanctuary Resort. It is truly an experience of a higher level of luxury and glorious renewal… and no doubt lives up to its name, Sanctuary. This beautiful Scottsdale luxury resort begs to you let go and reconnect to yourself. Something I’ve been having trouble finding lately.

Last Minute Christmas Gifts That Will Arrive By Christmas!

Last Minute Christmas Gifts That Will Arrive By Christmas!

Anyone else finding it hard to believe that Christmas is only 4 days away?? This year has totally flown by.

Well, for all of you last minute shoppers out there... I've put together a few last minute gift guides! All of these gift ideas will arrive by Christmas so long as you order by the end of today, 12/21!

Sakara Life Review

Sakara Life Review

As you guys all know, eating healthy has always been a top priority for me. I want to nourish my body with only the best, but sometimes, I don’t have the time or energy to prepare these types of meals.

That’s why I love Sakara Life. Sakara Life is a meal delivery service that’s comprised of only the most quality and healthful foods.

Why We Use German Baby Formula

Why We Use German Baby Formula

When I had to make the tough decision to supplement with baby formula, I was in shock by the ingredients in what’s available to us. There aren’t a lot of options in the US, unfortunately.

After looking into every baby formula possible. I decided that German formulas were right for us. Specifically, the Hipp brand formula. (This post is not sponsored).

POSTPARTUM

POSTPARTUM

I waited a while to write this post to make sure I was firm on my ride-or-die postpartum products. Postpartum rocked my world. I was SOOOO unprepared in so many ways (physically), but thanks to places like Modern Milk, I was educated and had a support system to share stories and tips with. 

T3 SinglePass Wave Wand | Product Review

T3 SinglePass Wave Wand | Product Review

As you all probably know, I love a good wave to my hair so I often start my days off with my curling iron. Curling my hair has been a part of my daily routine for as long as I can remember. The only downside is the time it takes and the toll that heat can take on your hair.

Luckily, I have found the perfect tool to give me the waves I want, without the hassle and damage. The T3 SinglePass Wave Wand promises consistent temperature, one-pass styling, and flawless, frizz-free waves.

Our Birth Story

Our Birth Story

Around push NINE, Dr. Newman says "stop pushing" and I see him pull out a precious little tan baby!! I hear a shrill little cry! Kevin goes, "babe she's sooooo cute". I honestly felt like I was dreaming and I kept waiting to wake up.

Our Home Redesign | By The Lifestyled Co

Our Home Redesign | By The Lifestyled Co

The day we have all been waiting for is finally HERE. My home redesign has been a long time in the making, but it has been well worth it! The process of a home redesign is not an easy one, but thankfully I had The LifeStyled Company on my side to help things run smoothly. They truly made all of my home design dreams come true.

Home Redesign Update | Featuring Desenio

Home Redesign Update | Featuring Desenio

Hey everyone! If you’ve been following along on social media, you probably know that we are in the middle of redesigning our home. This is something I’ve been so excited about lately and it’s been really fun getting to pick out new home decor. In my opinion, wall art makes such a statement in any home design so shopping around for the perfect art has definitely been a priority. Thankfully, we have been lucky enough to partner with Desenio on the redecorating of our walls.