A lifestyle blog focused on motherhood, marriage, and ministry! My journey as a work-from-home mom and entrepreneur, the wife of a youth pastor, and sharing my favorite things!
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Read MoreI can’t believe that it is already the end of July!
In this post, you’ll find a few of my favorite things that I have been enjoying the most over the past month or that my family has found to be super useful! It is my hope to share with you a few items every month and pass along some recommendations or joy to other families! Hope you find something helpful here!
Read MoreI hosted a super impromptu and last-minute get-together dinner date with some of my girlfriends the other night, so I threw together a giant hearty charcuterie board, complemented by a side salad and caprese salad.
Read MoreUse this recipe to whip up some Frozen Yogurt Bark with Berries and Granola for a super simple snack from the freezer, the perfect summertime snack for moms & toddlers!
Read MoreWe’re big fans of the beach in this family! I wanted to share a few of our favorite beach items that we use the most or were brand new this year that we absolutely love!
Read MoreIt’s finally strawberry season - my favorite time of year! Enjoy this super light and fluffy strawberry shortcake recipe - quick and easy to mix up and serve any day of the week.
Read MoreFor all of you mamas out there that will be chasing after a toddler during an upcoming wedding or special event, I have a few pointers and suggestions of (quiet!) activities to try and keep your toddler entertained during a wedding ceremony and reception, including what I had in my bag!
Read MoreThe month of May felt like a nice little preview of summer… and I am SO ready for summertime!
In this post, you’ll find a few of my favorite things that I have been enjoying the most over the past month or that my family has found to be super useful! It is my hope to share with you a few items every month and pass along some recommendations or joy to other families! Hope you find something helpful here!
Read MoreGoodbye, March! It’s crazy to think that this past month marked one whole year of the Coronavirus pandemic. In our home, the month of March was filled with lots of looking forward to spring and spending more time outside with my toddler (even on the cold days).
In this post, you’ll find a few of my favorite things that I have been enjoying the most over the past month or that my family has found to be super useful! It is my hope to share with you a few items every month and pass along some recommendations or joy to other families! Hope you find something helpful here!
Read MoreWe are big fans over here of interactive play and helping our son feel included and able to participate in what we are doing as a family - and we are especially excited to have him be a part of cooking and baking and food prep in the future! I have wanted to get one of these toddler kitchen towers for a long time, but often could not justify the price for the beautiful wooden ones that I would see all over Instagram. So I was very excited when a friend posted about one that she got as a gift for a much more reasonable cost.
Read MoreLooking for an easy, delicious dinner option? Why not give this comforting slow-cooker chicken noodle soup a try? With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you'll have a warm bowl of comfort in no time.
Read MoreAre you ready to take your Meal Planning skills to the next level?! Follow my Top 3 best meal planning tips and I promise you will find that meal planning becomes almost second nature and less overwhelming the longer that you do it! You will also find an entire year’s worth of Meal Ideas and recipe inspiration, updated every month with new recipes.
Read MoreI wanted to share with you a few of my favorite things that I have been enjoying the most over the past month or that my family has found to be super useful! It is my hope to share with you a few items every month and pass along some recommendations or joy to other families! This month has been all about staying cozy during some extremely cold days and bringing some sanity to this crazy little home in the middle of winter during a pandemic. Hope you find something helpful here!
Read MoreA meal planning calendar for February 2021, with links to suggested recipes. Feel free to use this as inspiration to make your own favorite versions of these recipes or replace meals that don’t interest you with some of your family favorites! Includes a free printable of the February 2021 Meal Plan Calendar and a blank version to fill in yourself.
Read MoreA meal planning calendar for January 2021, with links to suggested recipes. Feel free to use this as inspiration to make your own favorite versions of these recipes or replace meals that don’t interest you with some of your family favorites! Includes a free printable of the January 2021 Meal Plan Calendar and a blank version to fill in yourself.
Read MoreI finally got around to doing something that I have wanted to do for years… and set out snacks and drinks for our delivery drivers! I created this holiday thank you sign quickly this morning and wanted to share with you all so that you can set up your own delivery snack basket and say Merry Christmas and Thank You to your delivery drivers this holiday season!
Read MoreThese brown sugar cut-out cookies are the perfect sugar cookie recipe that holds their shape with a stiff but chewy dough that is irresistible with homemade icing and festive holiday sprinkles for decorations!
Read MoreI’ll be honest - if I could have my way, there would be NO fabric involved in any high chairs at any time… ever. But when straps are a necessity for a fearless little boy, you’ve got to have a sure-fire way to deep clean those high chair straps!
Read MoreI do believe that fall is easily my favorite season! And whenever that cooler fall weather hits, all I can think about is pumpkin… everything! Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin bagels, pumpkin spice donuts, and pumpkin funnel cake (yes, pumpkin funnel cakes are a thing!). So naturally, as I was thinking about making muffins, I had to look for a pumpkin muffin recipe!
Read MoreI know there are many methods for meal planning that include paper or whiteboard that will work great for many people… but it’s just not long-lasting for me. I need something digital. And this is where Trello is a dream meal planning organizer for me! I like to think of it as my digital recipe box… I can have lots of recipe cards (with all kinds of labels or listed in all sorts of categories), including links to the recipe source if it’s something I found online, added photos of what the meal is “supposed” to look like, and even leave notes for myself in comment form after I have made that recipe and want to remember something that I did differently or a comment that my husband or kids have made about that meal.
Read MoreLooking for the best Amazon Prime Day deals? I've rounded up my favorite Amazon finds for moms, kids, home, organization, travel, and everyday life. These are the products our family actually uses, loves, and recommends year after year.
Looking for simple ways to encourage creativity this summer? In this Art & Creativity Week recap, I'm sharing creative activities, art projects, local outings, favorite supplies, and a peek at what our family actually did during this Theme Week Summer adventure.
Each month, I round up my Favorite Finds—a mix of must-haves, little luxuries, and game-changing goodies I have been loving for myself, my kids, and our home. Whether it’s a cute outfit, a genius mom hack, or the perfect seasonal décor, these are the things that made my month a little brighter (and maybe more fun or functional, too!). So, grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let’s dive into this month’s favorites!
Looking for a realistic summer routine for kids at home? I’m sharing how I’m planning a flexible summer schedule as a work-from-home mom, plus simple Theme Week Summer ideas, daily rhythm tips, and editable Canva templates to help you create intentional summer routines for your family.
Each month, I round up my Favorite Finds—a mix of must-haves, little luxuries, and game-changing goodies I have been loving for myself, my kids, and our home. Whether it’s a cute outfit, a genius mom hack, or the perfect seasonal décor, these are the things that made my month a little brighter (and maybe more fun or functional, too!). So, grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let’s dive into this month’s favorites!
Looking for the perfect gift for the moms in your life? This Mother's Day, I've rounded up practical, pretty, and thoughtful gift ideas that any mom would love—from cozy must-haves and personalized keepsakes to kitchen favorites and everyday luxuries. Whether you're shopping for your own mom, grandma, or hoping to drop a few hints yourself, this list is full of meaningful ideas she'll actually use and enjoy.
Looking for the perfect gift for someone who needs a little extra TLC? Check out these self-care gift ideas, designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you are shopping for someone you love or looking for your own ideas to put on your wishlist, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite self-care gift ideas!
Each month, I round up my Favorite Finds—a mix of must-haves, little luxuries, and game-changing goodies I have been loving for myself, my kids, and our home. Whether it’s a cute outfit, a genius mom hack, or the perfect seasonal décor, these are the things that made my month a little brighter (and maybe more fun or functional, too!). So, grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let’s dive into this month’s favorites!
Browse the best Easter and spring finds for kids and home, including Easter baskets, fillers, pajamas, books, decor, and outfit ideas—all in one easy roundup.
Simple Modest Mom is a cozy corner of the internet where I share everyday encouragement, budget-friendly finds, mom-life tips, and practical faith for the busy seasons. From Amazon favorites to family adventures and simple inspiration for your home and heart, this is a place to help you navigate motherhood with grace, joy, and a little extra simplicity.
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Each month, I round up my Favorite Finds—a mix of must-haves, little luxuries, and game-changing goodies I have been loving for myself, my kids, and our home. Whether it’s a cute outfit, a genius mom hack, or the perfect seasonal décor, these are the things that made my month a little brighter (and maybe more fun or functional, too!). So, grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let’s dive into this month’s favorites!