Ariel Chamberlain is mom and lifestyle blogger based on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Connect with her via Instagram (@thelemonsoflife1, her blog (www.thelemonsoflife.com) or by email at arielc@thelemonsoflife.com.
Now that we’re in spring, I figured this would be a good time to incorporate more screen-free activities into my family’s schedule. I admittedly find myself using the TV or the iPad to keep my toddler entertained while I prepare dinner or get us ready for the day ahead. One of my main goals for […]
I normally approach the new year with resolutions, but by March, they’ve gone out the window. We all begin with the best intentions of being better than last year, but we fall short because we are not consistent. So, my resolution this year is to throw unrealistic expectations away. Instead, right now, I’m focusing on […]
Coming off the holidays, January for me feels kind of “blah.” It gets dark at 5 p.m., and it’s cold. My energy level is down, and I tend to want to sleep more than I usually would. The “winter blues” are more common than you may think, and many people experience them. In fact, women […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year; unfortunately, it also can be the most stressful. There’s family and friends to visit, parties to host and gifts to purchase. Before you know it, the season you looked forward to has become more of a chore than a joyous occasion. Don’t let the pressures of the […]
Did you know that more than two-thirds of parents have kids who are afraid of Halloween? No need to worry, though; it’s simple to tone down the scariness while still having plenty of fun. Here are five family-friendly Halloween activities that are spooky-free and sure to be enjoyed by your little ones. MINI PUMPKIN VOLCANOS […]
Like most of the world, we are officially back to work. With many of us working from home for over a year, going back may have been a stressful prospect. One thing the pandemic taught us was to slow down and recognize what’s most important. Those fortunate enough to work from home realized the importance […]
It’s officially summer! The kids are out of school, and the outside world has mostly reopened. Although I’m super excited to get out and enjoy it all, I can’t lie; I was a little apprehensive. The thought of baring my post-quarantine body had me feeling some type of way. We’ve all struggled with accepting our […]
Self-care has become a bonafide buzzword. If you search, the hashtag on Instagram is used over 45 million times. But true self-care is more than just a pampering session or indulgent purchase. Taking care of yourself is a necessity. ‘Whenever I have a free moment, I feel mom guilt — like I should be catching […]
