Baby Must-Haves

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Hello! So our fourth child is now 6 months! Wow has time flown by! When it comes to babies, you sure can make your days more efficient when you have the proper necessities. If you are an expectant mother, I suggest getting started on that baby registry early. Whether you choose to breastfeed or formula feed, remember mommy and baby comfort is one of the most important factors. This applies to sleeping, feeding and traveling. I am truly grateful for all the convenience online shopping offers to a mom of four. Whether your having your first child or expecting, these products can save you much sleep, work and most importantly time so you can cuddle that sweet bundle of joy.

To get the best savings, I suggest utilizing a membership service such as Amazon Prime with same day FREE 2-day shipping and which also offers a ton of additional benefits including FREE video streaming, Prime Music, Prime Reading, Prime Photos Prime Pantry and not to mention 10% OFF Whole Foods Sale items.

Amazon Prime

Baby Jogger City Select LUX Double Stroller

2. Safety 1st Onboard 35 Air 360 Infant Car Seat

3. 4moms Mamaroo 4 Bluetooth Baby Swing with 5 Unique Motions

4.Lillebaby The COMPLETE 6 in 1 All Seasons 360 Baby Carrier

5. 4moms High Chair

6. Germ Guardian Elite 4in1 28″ Air Purifier with HEPA, UV C Sanitizer (2)

7. InnoGear 2nd Version Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser

8. Honeywell Germfree Cool Mist Humidifier

9. Storkcraft Bownback Glider Rocker and Ottoman

10. Best Stroller Organizer

11. Lotus Travel Crib & Portable

12. Comotomo Baby Bottles, 2 Count

13. Safety 1st Mombella Ellie Elephant Teether

14. Boon Soak 3-Stage Bathtub

15. Baby Bjorn Bibs

I suggest getting the Amazon Prime VISA if you frequently shop Amazon

No Annual Fees & No Foreign transaction fees
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What was your MUST HAVES with your little ones?

Mother’s Day gift ideas – Amazon Great Buys

May 1, 2017May 1, 2017 ~ Modern Living with Donna ~ Leave a comment

How can you make your mother feel special? Mothers I know are always thinking of others. This Mother’s Day, let us shower our mother’s with love and something special.

Mother’s Day is Sunday April 14, 2017

Here are some great gifts for mothers:

Jewelry

18k Yellow Gold and Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Two Tone Diamond Accent Leaf Lever Back Earrings $49.55

Platinum-Plated Sterling Silver Cubic Zirconia and Freshwater Cultured Pearl Drop Earrings $54.67

Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Round Champagne Cubic Zirconia 7mm and White Cubic Zirconia Lever Back Stud Earrings $30.00

Rebecca Minkoff Stone Mix Pulley Bracelet $50.16

Satya Jewelry Peridot Rose Charm Bracelet $89.00

Kris Nations Arrow Necklace $42.00

10K Gold Dainty Swarovski Elements Birthstone Pendant with Gold Filled Chain $26.06

Sterling Silver Mother Necklace Engraved “I Love you Mom” 14K Gold Necklace $39.99

Michael Kors Rose Gold Tone Heart Lock Ring, Size 7 $65

Perfume

Lancome La Vie Est Belle L’Eau Eau De Toilette Spray, 3.4 Ounce $81.84

La Vie Est Belle L’eau De Parfum (50 Ml/1.7 Oz) $64.19

BURBERRY Body for Women Eau de Parfum $105.00

STELLA McCARTNEY Eau de Parfum Spray for Women, 3.3 Fluid Ounce $61.15

COACH POPPY FLOWER by Coach (WOMEN) COACH POPPY FLOWER-EAU DE PARFUM SPRAY 1 OZ $42.27

Philips Sonicare Diamond Clean Rechargeable Toothbrush w/Deep Clean Mode with Adaptive Clean Brush Head, Pink $180.50

Primitives By Kathy Box Sign: The World Is Full of Moms but You’re My Favorite One $12.24

Amazon Echo – Black $179.99

The Wellness Mama Cookbook: 200 Easy-to-Prepare Recipes and Time-Saving Advice for the Busy Cook Kindle Edition $15.99

From You Flowers – One Dozen Rainbow Roses (Free Vase Included) $22.99

Gift your moms with love this Mother’s Day with these great Amazon buys!!

Best Ways To Spend Your Tax Refund

March 30, 2017March 30, 2017 ~ Modern Living with Donna ~ Leave a comment

Have you received your tax refund yet? As an affiliate, I am notified of the latest sales, deals and promotions and the newest products available before everyone else! That way I can help you save the most!

Here are some great ways to spend it and save at the same time.

40% off living room furniture PLUS an additional 10% OFF with

Promo Code: REFUND

20% Outdoor living

Spend $75 and SAVE $15 on clothes, shoes and accessories for everyone in your family!!

Buy 3 Echo Dots, SAVE $20 – Have one in each room! FREE SHIPPING wit Amazon Prime

These are some great finds for the home just in time for Spring

Skyline Custom Upholstered Nail Button Tufted Wingback Bed – King, Linen Talc 15203957
Original Price: $999.99
Sale Price: $799.20

Safavieh Safi Dhurry Rug, Grey/Ivory 17351802
Original Price: $159.99
Sale Price $119.99

Kaleidoscope Mini Set with Storage Tote – Black/Gray (Twin Extra Long), Gray Black White 17008518
Original Price: $99.99
Sale Price: $74.99

Windham Tall Storage Cabinet with Drawer black – Threshold 16508094
Original Price: $249.99
Sale Price: $174.99

Saveaha Nightstand – Light Beige – Signature Design By Ashley 51913590
Sale Price: $189.99

Bordeaux Eggshell Fabric Ottoman Eggshell – Christopher Knight Home 17455117
Original Price: $439.99
Sale Price: $263.99

Parson Dining Chair Wood/Teal (Blue) Geo (Set of 2) – HomePop 49162694
Sale Price: $229.99

Cocktail Rectangular Table Brown – Steve Silver Co. 21445793
Original Price: $319.99
Sale Price: $223.99

Tara Stripe Light Blocking Curtain Panel Ivory (50″x95″) – Eclipse 51666977
Original Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $$25.49

Thermal Shield Jardin Thermal Lined Room Darkening Faux Silk- Embroidered Curtain Panel – Blue (54″x63″) 18807176
Original Price: $27.99
Sale Price: $23.79

Homedics SoundSpa Lullaby, White 51508525
Sale Price: $24.99

KitchenAid Classic Mixing Bowls Set of 3 White 51872538
Sale Price: $25.99

I hope you find some great ways to spend your tax refund this year!

Fashion: Modesty in the Modern World

March 18, 2017April 3, 2017 ~ Modern Living with Donna ~ Leave a comment

When it comes to “modest fashion” many may be quick to judge. You see, I am a convert to the church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I was baptized and confirmed in November 2011. So you see I didn’t always dress conservatively and modestly. Don’t forget I live in the desert, yes our beautiful sunshine state with triple digit temps. So when I started reading the Young Women’s handbook, I was immediately thought, I would need to redo my whole wardrobe! That can get quite expensive and realistically I am a on a stay at home mom with hubby still in school budget. So shrugs, cardigans and skirt extenders it was. Once I was reminded of that Heavenly Father loves HIS children and not our choice in clothing, but how he wants us to live a virtuous life, I took time to think about what that meant.

So what is modesty?

Modesty

Modesty is an attitude of propriety and decency in dress, grooming, language, and behavior. If we are modest, we do not draw undue attention to ourselves. Instead, we seek to “glorify God in [our] body, and in [our] spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:20; see also 1 Corinthians 6:19).

I came across two great articles on how modesty has shaped the lives of many. I love these Insights on Modesty on lds.org. LDS Living also came out with a great article: 5 Ways to Help Youth See Modestly Differently.

I can testify that I know when we follow these standards we can feel closer to our heavenly father and know that he wants us to respects our bodies and be the example he wants us to be. This includes setting a good example for my little ones (I have 3 daughters). Dressing modestly is not always easy, however when we think about clothing as a reflection of who we are inside, we can feel comfort that we are doing our best to be virtuous.

So I decided to share with you how to dress modestly without giving up the fashionable part.

Here are some great finds

Zulily – Navy Floral Mock Neck Dress $22.99

Amazon – Women Short Sleeve Round Neck Summer Casual Flared Midi Dress $18.99

Amazon Meaneor Women’s Half Sleeve Swing Dress Floral Print Knee Long A Line Tea Dress $29.98

Amazon – Miusol Women’s Navy Style Stripe Scoop Neck 2/3 Sleeve Casual Swing Dress $39

Amazon Meaneor Women’s 3/4 Sleeve Vintage Patchwork A-line Floral Cocktail Party Dress $27.99

Amazon HOTOUCH Women’s Casual Loose Pocket Knee Midi Long Shift Dress $23.99

Amazon – Dantiya Women’s Half Sleeve Elegant Back Zipper A-Line Knee Long Dress $26.96

Amazon – Dantiya Women’s Half Sleeve Elegant A-Line Knee Long Dress $26.96

Jane – Olive Floral Dress $22.99

Jane Mint Striped Tunic Dress$21.99

Spring Floral Pocket Midi Dress $25.99

Floral printed babydoll top $23.99

Here’s a list of online shops that offer modest pieces for your Sunday best or just day to day wear. You can probably see I am very into the florals lately (who doesn’t love them some vibrant florals)

My Sisters Closet -Boutique

As you can see we can dress modestly and fashionably at the same time without giving up on style.

May we do our best to understand what modesty is and willfully do what we must do in order to achieve the wonderful blessings in store for us.

Where do you shop for modest clothes?

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