Tag: life
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My $5.95 Bath & Body Works Haul: Luxurious Scents and Self-Care on a Budget
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of a Bath & Body Works $5.95 sale. It’s the perfect opportunity to treat yourself, try new scents, and restock some of your favorites without spending a fortune. This time, I went all in and picked up a mix of body scrubs, mists, and butters that I can’t stop…
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My Natural Hair Journey + Current Hair Care Routine
Join me on my natural hair journey and discover my weekly wash day routine that keeps my scalp healthy and my hair growing strong. I’m sharing the products I actually use—from CeraVe and L’Oréal to SheaMoisture and Joico—plus affiliate links so you can try them too!
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Free 20-Page Canadian Thanksgiving Activity Packet for Grades 1-3!
Hey everyone! 🍂 With Canadian Thanksgiving just around the corner, I wanted to create something fun and educational for our little learners. I’m excited to share a 20-page activity packet that’s perfect for kids in Grades 1-3! This activity set dives into the traditions, history, and significance of Thanksgiving in Canada while engaging your kids…
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Where Are the Girls Who Love Science?
This past weekend reminded me why I’ve always loved science. As someone with a degree in biochemistry, science has always been part of how I see the world — from how our skin reacts to different ingredients to the way our bodies function on a molecular level. When I was younger, I dreamed of becoming…
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Breaking the Cycle: Learning a New Way to Discipline My Children
Motherhood has been one of the most refining experiences of my life. When I first became a mom, I thought discipline would come naturally because I already had a model: the way I was raised. For years, I believed that discipline was simple — you repeat what your parents did. After all, I “turned out…
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New Beauty PR + Fall Sales: Cerave, Merit, Omy Laboratoires, Olaplex & YesStyle
Unboxing this week’s PR: Cerave, Omy, Olaplex, Merit & more. Skincare, haircare, fall beauty deals + why I signed my kids up for swim class.
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My Fragrance Journey: Finding My Signature Scent
Fragrance has always been more than just a finishing touch for me — it’s a way of expressing mood, memory, and identity. As a beauty and lifestyle creator, I’ve been on a journey to discover what feels like my scent story. Along the way, I’ve learned that the perfect fragrance isn’t just about following trends…
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The Hidden Weight of Extracurriculars
I never got to do extracurriculars as a child. No sports, no music lessons, no dance recitals. My childhood was about survival—sometimes even without a home to call our own. I promised myself that if I ever had children, I would give them the childhood I never had. One filled with opportunity, stability, and joy.…
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Life Is Balance… and I Still Haven’t Mastered It
If there’s one thing motherhood has taught me, it’s that life is all about balance—and yet, I still haven’t mastered it. I used to believe that if I just worked hard enough, planned well enough, and stayed on top of everything, I could juggle it all: motherhood, work, health, home, and everything in between. But…
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I Used to Be Cool… Now I Say Things Like “Ugh, I’m in My Luteal Phase”
Once upon a time, I thought I was cool. I was spontaneous. I had energy for days. I could survive on three hours of sleep, iced coffee, and bad decisions. Now? I catch myself saying things like, “Ugh, I’m in my luteal phase” — and I don’t even fully understand the luteal phase. All I…
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