The heat of summer is 
here and there are a few products that are must haves for us this season. Now that Noah is 17 months, we are enjoying the pool, being outside and staying up late. But I am not going to lie, one of my āmom triggersā is the sun and his sensitive skin. All moms have a few triggers like nap schedules, food, etc. The sun is mine, I will admit it. So the products below definitely work for us. Hopefully, for you too! Read more atĀ Motherhood & Family
Summer Recipes
I am no chef, will never claim to be one. But as soon as I had my son, cooking kind of became part of motherhood, whether I liked it or not. I have learned throughout the past year different recipes that are EASY, FAST and a bonus if it’s kid friendly. Below are some recipes I have been whipping up this summer. Enjoy! Read more atĀ Restaurant Reviews & Recipes
Jinya Ramen
I love a good ramen place, but recently, this city is being overcome by them. I feel like there is one every few blocks, it makes it hard to find one that stands out. So many places skimp out on the noodles and protein and it is just a bowl of salt. So when Fab Food Chicago invited me check out Jinya Ramen BarĀ at 553 W. Diversey Pkwy in Lakeview, I jumped at the chance to try a new place with hopes of it being great. Read more atĀ CGL Food
Toddler Meal Planning Made Easy- Little Harvest
As soon as Noah started to eat solids around 6 months, my husband and I were so excited for him to try EVERYTHING. Our plan was to cook all his meals ourselves, meal prep for the week and have him it only the best, organic food. Well, fast forward to 16 months now, we haven’t been as good. Meal prep is hard for us sometimes, because like everyone, we are busy. So I did a little searching and found read more atĀ CGL Baby.
Quest for the Best *Thin Pizza Only
There are a few things that can get me out of the house during winter hibernation or away from my summer Netflix and Chill; pizza, Ā wine and maybe a manicure. If Iām desperate enough.
There are so many good places in Chicago to eat a good slice, but I canāt stand deep dish. Except, maybe when Iām hungover. Or pregnant. One of those happens more than the other. Ā But really, Iām a thin crust kind of girl. I have narrowed it down to just three, but there are so many more options in the city. Read more at CGL Food
Navy Pier: A Native Perspective
I am not going to lie, I havenāt been to Navy Pier in years. Actually, most Chicagoans I know havenāt gone either. There really hasnāt been much of a reason to go. But for Motherās Day, my parents and in-laws wanted to see the Rolling Stone Exhibit, which is currently at the pier until July 30th. Read more at CGL Travel and City Adventures
