Self Care
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10 Father’s Day Gifts Busy Moms Can Feel Good About Gifting
Father’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us, doesn’t it? But whether you’re shopping for your own dad or the father of your children, the pressure is on to find a…
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Smashburger Bar
Cheeseburgers are always a crowd-pleaser in our house. But let’s be honest—they can get a little boring for the grown-ups. That’s why we’ve started doing a biweekly Smashburger Bar, and it’s been a…
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Sneaky Healthy Snack: Peanut Butter Cookies
I’m always on a mission to get my kids to eat healthier. While nothing may ever top the excitement of Flaming Hot Cheetos (honestly, fair enough!), I still want to sneak in as…
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Mother’s Day Isn’t Easy for Everyone—And That’s Okay
When I was younger (and not yet a mom), I imagined Mother’s Day would be filled with champagne brunches, sticky little fingers, and a deep, glowing joy as I looked around at the…
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How to Stay Motivated to Workout as a Busy Mom
I used to be fit. Not running marathons or lifting big weights or winning soccer tournaments, but before I had kids I invested in a personal trainer with my girlfriends. He was TOUGH!!…
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Decision-making Fatigue- The Struggle is Real
(Please note- as an Amazon Affiliate I can earn from qualifying purchases. I will not suggest products that I don’t recommend.) 10 Tips to Reduce Decision-Making Fatigue for Busy Working Moms Last week,…
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Welcome to Balance on the Ridge!
Thank you for stopping by my blog. I’m not here to offer a magic formula, a secret code, or even a life hack that will make balancing a full-time career and raising kids…