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There are so many things to do in Syracuse, NY with kids and I'm so excited to share all the fun things we did like Destiny USA, Wonderworks, Billy Beez, Rosamond Gifford Zoo and MoST. Time to start planning your next trip!

Things to do in Syracuse, NY with kids

We recently enjoyed a stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Syracuse for a weekend getaway for our family and I'm so excited to share all the details about our stay! This is an honest and unbiased review to help those looking for hotels near Syracuse, NY for a kid-friendly getaway.

Travel Review: the DoubleTree Syracuse

We recently vacationed in Jupiter, Florida and found the very best beach for kids- I'm so excited to tell you all about it! File this under kid friendly beaches in Florida, located just north of West Palm Beach!

The Best Beach for Kids in Jupiter, Florida

Traveling with kids is both fun and exhausting, so I've put together the mother load of Disney Tips for surviving the Magic Kingdom with young children.

Disney World Tips: The Ultimate Guide for Surviving the Magic Kingdom with Young Children

Planning a Disney Vacation can be overwhelming, especially if it's a trip with young children. So I've put together a HUGE post with everything you need to know about planning an awesome family vacation to the Walt Disney World resort! It's got so many tips, tricks and hacks to make planning a breeze!

Disney Vacation with Young Children Part 1: Planning your trip

Tessa is 11 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 13 months old!

This DIY Awning and table backdrop a simple and fun way to decorate a dessert bar at your next party or event. The background and awning are pretty easy to make and you can click on the photo to get full directions and plans to make this from start to finish! Your guests will be wowed!

How to make a DIY awning and table backdrop for a party

Tessa's Fabulous Ice Cream Social Birthday Party (and my undying love for Perry's Ice Cream)

Tessa's Fabulous Ice Cream Social Birthday Party (and my undying love for Perry's Ice Cream)

To my Sweet Tessa, on your first birthday | The Life Jolie

To my Sweet Tessa, on your first birthday.

Tessa is 11 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 11 Months Old

Tessa is 10 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 10 months old!

Tessa is 9 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 9 months old

Tessa is 8 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 8 months old

Here is some practical advice and tips on how to help your baby sleep through the night. Specifically all of the titems that helped us teach out girls to sleep through the night. These items helped both of our girls SO much and they're both fantastic sleepers!!

Helping your baby sleep through the night: Tools of the trade

Here is some practical advice and tips on how to help your baby sleep through the night. Specifically everything we did to set our kids up for success. These tips helped both of our girls SO much and they're both fantastic sleepers!!

Helping your baby sleep through the night: Setting your baby up for success

Tessa is 6 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 7 months old

Here is some practical advice and tips on how to help your baby sleep through the night. Specifically about managing your expectations. These tips helped both of our girls SO much!!

Helping your baby sleep through the night: Managing your expectations

Tessa is 6 Months Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is 6 months old!

Tessa is a 5 Month Old | The Life Jolie

Tessa is a 5 month old!

Here is a ton of great information about what to expect during recovery from your Tubal Ligation surgery. This includes coming home, the days after the appointment and what to expect at your post-op appointment.

Information about getting a tubal ligation: Recovery

Here is a ton of great information about what to expect on the day of your Tubal Ligation surgery. This includes preparing for surgery and my experience at the hospital before and after the procedure.

Information about getting a tubal ligation: Surgery Day

Here is a ton of great information about what to expect before your Tubal Ligation surgery. This includes things to consider when deciding to get the procedure, meeting with your doctor, questions to ask and the days before the surgery occurs. Click on the photo to read more.

Information about getting a tubal ligation: Before the Surgery

I got a tubal ligation after my last pregnancy. I had to put together this post to share some truths that I learned from it. Here's some information about my experience with getting my tubes tied.

What they don't tell you about getting a Tubal Ligation

Tessa's Newborn Photos | The Life Jolie

Tessa's Newborn Photos