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Pregnancy

What To Expect When You’re Expecting

We are expected to be” superwomen” as soon as we confirm a positive pregnancy test. For first-time moms, I must say that the expectations that we know it all already…

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    Life and Career

    The Struggles of Being a Stay-at-Home Mom

    Donae / September 9, 2022 / No Comments

    Are you currently a stay-at-home mom? Are you currently feeling alone or frustrated with what it involves? Well, I’m here to shed light on a topic that is so often hidden but needs to be brought to the surface. I am here to help you to navigate what it means to be a stay-at-home mom and to also give you…

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    Donae / August 17, 2022 / No Comments

    Activities for kids can get expensive, especially when you’re on a budget. I love to plan these activities to keep my kids involved and well-rounded. However, they come with a price tag that let’s confess, adds up really quickly. All the sporting activities, after-school programs, outdoor activities, and theme parks, all come with a price. That however does not mean…

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    Teaching Kids About Road Safety

    Donae / July 26, 2022 / No Comments

    My kids are growing up so fast and are active in sports. They love to go bike riding or ride with their scooters. When we are on the road, however, I get so frightened by all the cars parked at their houses that can pull out at any time, or the cars racing down the road at full speed. As…

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    Staying Fit As A Mom

    Donae / July 9, 2022 / No Comments

    Before having children, especially boys, I did whatever I felt like doing. I ate all I wanted to, exercise only when I felt like it, and didn’t really care much about the need to exercise. Fast forward to having two adventurous, mostly outdoors kinda kids, I was struggling to keep up with them energy-wise. I don’t know what it is…

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    How To Plan a 40th Birthday Party

    Donae / July 3, 2022 / No Comments

    I am at it again! This time it’s not for a kids’ birthday party but rather for an adult birthday party. I get to once again put my creative thinking cap on and plan another momentous occasion in my family. This time it’s hubby’s turn. Hubby just turned 40! Can you believe it? It was not so long ago that…

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    Kids Construction/Engineering-themed Birthday Party

    Donae / June 15, 2022 / No Comments

    My eldest is already 7! Can you believe it? Time surely has a way of creeping up on us. Now I had to plan another party with my eldest son’s choice in mind. This year he requested an engineering-themed party. I quickly got to work on building an engineering party with a theme of construction. He also wanted a pool…

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    Donae / June 2, 2022 / No Comments

    Here are a few affiliate marketing sites that you can use to monetize your blog. They are also partners with even the most popular brands that you can think of. You can become an affiliate with popular brands such as Go-Daddy, Children’s Place, Quick Books, WP Engine, and more. So I decided to list a few of the affiliate marketing…

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    Discipline From A Mom’s Perspective

    Donae / May 13, 2022 / No Comments

    This is a “tricky” topic if you ask me. I quite frankly don’t know much about discipline. I have observed my parent’s way of discipline, but I haven’t really established my own fully as I am new to this with a 5 and a 6-year-old. However, with the “little” that I do know, I have observed some things along the…

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    What Being A Mom Of Boys Taught Me

    Donae / May 4, 2022 / No Comments

    Do you remember that popular song back in the 60s I believe that said “Boys will be boys!”. I never imagined I would be saying that to myself as a mom of boys, every now and again and finally understanding that “boys, will be boys”, no matter what. Now that I have two boys of my own ages 5 and…

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    Donae / April 27, 2022 / No Comments

    I remember the days when we had no kids and we were “young” “wild” and “free” to explore life in its many facets by being adventurous as much as we could, and sleeping in when we wanted to. We called the “shots” for the most part and “dating when married with kids” was never on our agenda. Fast forward to…

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I am Donae! A wife and mom of two kids, ALL boys! I would love to share with you my experience with motherhood. Let my life inspire, encourage and motivate you on your journey through motherhood.

Have you ever heard of the saying "boundaries up"? Have you ever heard of the saying "boundaries up"? I have heard it so many times but in all honesty, it's true. We have to be aware of our own well-being at all times to be able to be more effective in interacting with others. You can't give from an empty or drained cup. You have to keep pouring into your own well-being then when you're full, you can easily pour into others. That's why when you're drained especially as a mom learn to say no more often than yes. It is needed for your sanity. ⁠
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As moms we don’t really get much time to ourselv As moms we don’t really get much time to ourselves when it comes to relaxing and not having mom duties on our hands. But thanks to @bestway_us for gifting us this wonderful Saluspa where we were able to relax the day away uninterrupted! 😇 @tryazon #Bestway #bestwayusa #saluspa #inflatablehottub #inflatablespa #tryazon
Self-care is essential for moms. We do need to con Self-care is essential for moms. We do need to constantly check in on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Do not neglect this basic principle. Otherwise, you will constantly be battling in a state of burnout and frustration. When you reach that state, you are of no help to the family you're called to nurture. So don't ever feel guilty about wanting to pour into your cup first before pouring into the lives of others. A healthy version of yourself is needed. ⁠
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2023 was really a good year for the books. We adv 2023 was really a good year for the books.  We adventured out to so many activities this year to name a few.Dali Museum
Tampa Bay art museum
Mosi (summer camp)
Firefighters museum (Tampa)
Great wolf lodge (Ohio)
Camelback resort (Poconos)
Amish country (Pennsylvania)
American Victory ship
Disney Typhoon lagoon
Monster Truck show
Heroes paradise
Glazer Childrens museumYes it was a busy year indeed and we can’t wait to see what 2024 brings us with adventures. Our first stop for the new year is my home town, Jamaica.Have a wonderful new year and I hope you all enjoy the time spent with your families!!!!#happynewyear #family adventures
There is absolutely nothing wrong with creating he There is absolutely nothing wrong with creating healthy boundaries in your life. I used to think that you have to put up with anything for the most part because it's the right thing or "Christian" thing to do. But I'm learning each day that it's rather not the case. Your ability to function at best is always going to triumph. If that means that you must guard your heart when positioned in toxic environments carefully, then that's what it will have to take to ensure your thriving at the end of it all. So be proactive about this and guard your heart at all costs. It's worth it!⁠
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We had a great time at Christmas games night with We had a great time at Christmas games night with family and friends! Thanks to @tryazon and @monopolygameofficial for gifting us Monopoly Knockout to try! This game is really a lot of fun. You get to play in rounds, taking turns sliding tokens and trying to land them on properties. At the end of each round, you’ll collect or pay cash based on where your tokens end up. It’s not only for grownups but also 8 years and older can play. It’s now a great addition to our games night collection for years to come! 🥰 #tryazon #monopolyknockout #monopoly #hasbrogaming #ad
Sometimes, I will often hit a wall in my "busyness Sometimes, I will often hit a wall in my "busyness" syndrome and then realize that I am going too fast and doing too much in such a short time.  When that happens, I have to take a step back and analyze my life, and my schedule and start to really prioritize the more important things, while removing the not-so-important things that can actually drain me, instead of helping me to create the balance that I desire for my peace and sanity for the long haul. ⁠
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Have you been to that point yourself? If you have, then you will also know that it's probably time to slow down and to strip your schedule of things that no longer need to be there. Being overwhelmed with life and balance does not have to be the case. Slowing down is much more productive for your life and well-being long term. ⁠
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RECAP: I’m officially 40! Don’t know what to d RECAP: I’m officially 40! Don’t know what to do at this age if you ask me. Should I run, jump or just relax for the rest of the journey of life. 🥰I’m however honestly grateful for the life and the family that I get to enjoy it with.So instead of the usual getting people to plan my party, I decided to do the opposite. I planned my own party and invited my family to enjoy it (except for a few dishes made by my sister and mom…shhh).But nonetheless I just love to decorate and I could not pass on this opportunity, especially for my 40th (hubby tried to get me to not plan it lol).So here’s some tips on how to plan a chic 40th birthday dinner at home especially if saving, like me for a birthday cruise later on. 🙌🏾Click on the blog link in the bio. 👇🏾#40thbirthday #40thbirthdayparty #partyplanning #partyideas #40thbirthdayideas #40thbirthdaydecor #adultbirthdayparties #womenbirthday #adultpartyideas
I get it. Life can be very difficult at times, esp I get it. Life can be very difficult at times, especially as moms trying to juggle a million things all at once. Life however does not mean that being overwhelmed and being overworked is a good thing. At least not at the sacrifice of your mental health and well-being. ⁠
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So do what it takes to set healthier boundaries and live in a more balanced life, where your mental health does not have to take the back seat. You will need to be your best mentally to be the best for your family in the long run. ⁠
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For more information about finding balance get my book, "A Balanced Life: Moving from a dysfunctional life to a more purposeful one". Click on the link in the bio. 👆🏾⁠
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