Author Archives: Stephanie O'Farrell
What Real Dads Want for Father’s Day {Video}
Father's Day is coming up on Sunday, June 16. Much like us moms, many dads don't want a traditional brunch and day with the family. And that's ok! I love that my husband wants a mix of family time and...
Stephanie O'Farrell Jun 05, 2019
Easy Summer Cobb Salad
The weather here in the Pacific Northwest isn't showing all signs of summer quite yet. But this refreshing and filling salad has been hitting the spot for my family and I lately. I imagine when the we...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 28, 2019
An Eight-Year-Old Reacts to the New Washington Booster Seat Law {video}
There is a new car seat/booster law going into effect in January 2020. Children under two must be rear facing until they reach the height and weight requirements by the seat manufacturer. After that, ...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 14, 2019
Mom Confession: I Don’t Like Reading to My Kids
Before my kids were even born, I recall people asking if I was reading to them. That's right, because as my body was working hard growing them I apparently was also supposed to be Mother Goose reading...
Stephanie O'Farrell May 01, 2019
Tips for the Working Mom Who Travels
Traveling for work often means additional creativity is needed in the parenting department. Whether you find work-related travel tedious or enjoyable, here are 8 ways for the career-focused mom to kee...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 25, 2019
Packing for a Move with Kids
We recently moved into a new house. It is a whopping five miles away from our old house. I know, some of you have moved across country or even to a different country and are probably smiling thinking ...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 18, 2019
Seven Must-Have Items to Pack for a Move
When I began the task of packing up our entire house, I was sure to first get all the materials I would need in order to make it as seamless as possible. Bubble Wrap/Foam Pouches- Being able to simply...
Stephanie O'Farrell Apr 10, 2019
When Parenting Has You Feeling Overwhelmed
When my first born was about a week old, I had what I will refer to as a short spurt of postpartum depression. I don't know if it would actually be classified as that because the duration was only a c...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 27, 2019
My Experience with Micro-Needling
Stephanie was compensated by Studio Skin & Sculpt with a complimentary micro-needling session. But her opinions on the treatment are her own. Remember that fresh glow that you used to just natural...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 20, 2019
What To Do With Your Kids During Spring Break
We made it through winter break. And mid-winter break. And, for those of us in the Seattle area, we made it through Snowmageddon. But now we have spring break approaching. Whether you work full time a...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 18, 2019