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How to Help Your Child Succeed at State Testing: Positive Affirmations

April 15, 2025

How are we in the thick of spring time already? Weren't we just changing the Elf in the middle of the night? As the school year is coming to an end, you know what that means. The dreaded State testing for your child. Statewide testing can be a significant source of stress for students across the nation. As parents, understanding how to support your child during this period is crucial. This ...

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The Best Easter Letterboard Quotes for Moms – Funny, Witty & Adorable!

March 26, 2025

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Hoppy Easter, Moms! 50+ Funny Letterboard Quotes to Celebrate the Easter Season Spring has sprung, the Easter Bunny is making his rounds, and let’s be real—if you don’t have a letterboard with a clever quote, is it even a holiday? Whether you’re in full-on Pinterest-mom mode or just looking for a laugh in between stuffing plastic eggs, I’ve got you covered with Easter-themed letterboard quotes ...

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Celebrate Easter with this Free 25-Page Coloring Book Printable

March 7, 2025

Hey, busy mama! Easter is right around the corner, and if you're anything like me, you’re trying to keep the kids entertained without sacrificing your last shred of sanity. Well, I’ve got you covered! I’m giving away a FREE Easter Coloring Book Printable exclusively for my amazing subscribers. That’s right—over 25 pages of fun, creativity, and just maybe a few minutes of peace for you. Why ...

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The Trump & Elon Era: How to Explain Politics to Your Kids in 2025

March 4, 2025

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Let’s Break It Down for the Kids (and Maybe Ourselves, Too) If you’ve got a curious kid at home, you know the questions never stop. And lately, if your child is anywhere near a TV, YouTube, or even just overhearing adults talk, they might be asking: What is going on with Trump and Elon Musk? Honestly, I get it. Even as an adult, keeping up with politics feels like trying to follow the plot ...

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The Best Budget-Friendly Family Spring Break Ideas That Kids Will Love

March 3, 2025

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Spring break is just around the corner, and if your budget is tighter than a toddler’s grip on their favorite toy, you might be wondering how to make it special without shelling out for a pricey beach trip. Good news: You don’t need an ocean view to have an unforgettable spring break with your kids! Whether you're staying home or exploring budget-friendly fun in and around Nashville and ...

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Surviving the Winter Blues: How to Beat Cabin Fever

February 21, 2025

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Surviving the Winter Blues: A Mom’s Guide to Beating Cabin Fever Look, we all love a good snow day—until we don’t. The first few are magical, full of hot chocolate, sledding, and cozy movie nights. But by the time we hit the tenth snow day in a row, the kids are bouncing off the walls, you haven’t seen actual sunlight in a week, and you’re Googling “Can you die from boredom?” while reheating ...

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Valentine’s Day 2025 Gift Guide: Top Picks for Every Budget

January 13, 2025

It's hard to believe Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Stores are filling up with the cutest decor and gifts and I couldn't wait to share my favorites with you! Here are some trending gift ideas for every budget this Valentine's Day, in no particular order. Le Creuset ® Heart Dish Cooking for two at home for Valentine's Day? Perfect for lasagna, cornbread or chocolate cake for two, ...

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5 Ways to Recharge after the Busy Holiday Season

January 13, 2025

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Hey there, mama! 🌟 Happy New Year! The holiday season has finally ended, kids are back to school, so now it's time to focus on you. Recharging after the festive season is essential to regain your energy and embrace the new year with enthusiasm. I don't know about you but after all the family gatherings, school events, music programs, Christmas parties and gift shopping, I am mentally drained. I ...

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Easy and Stress-Free Elf on the Shelf Ideas

November 21, 2024

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Ah, Elf on the Shelf—the tiny scout sent to monitor behavior, spread Christmas cheer, and give parents a nightly panic attack when they realize, at 11 PM, they forgot to move the elf. If you’re a mom juggling a million holiday to-dos, this little rascal can feel like one more thing on your plate. But fear not! This Elf on the Shelf Calendar is here to save your sanity with easy, fun, and creative ...

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Easy Ways for Busy Moms to Make an Extra $2,000 Before Christmas!

November 15, 2024

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Christmas is around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you’re looking at that holiday budget thinking, “How can I make a little magic happen without breaking the bank?” Between gifts, holiday dinners, and all the seasonal “extras,” it can add up faster than you can say “credit card statement.” But don’t worry, mama—I’ve got you! I’ve put together a list of super doable, time-flexible ...

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Simplify Your Year with This FREE 2025 Monthly Calendar Printable

November 11, 2024

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In a world overflowing with digital planners and endless notifications, sometimes all you need is a good, old-fashioned pen-and-paper calendar to keep your family’s life in order. That’s why I created this FREE 2025 monthly calendar printable for you! It’s a simple yet effective way to organize all those doctor appointments, school functions, vacations, and activities. I’m sharing this printable ...

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47 Helpful Prompts for Your Monthly Reset Journal

November 6, 2024

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Embrace Self-Care with These Monthly Reset Journal Prompts Hey, Onetopknot Mama tribe! 🧡 Does anyone else feel like they blinked and suddenly the month is over? Between mom life, work, and everything in between, it’s easy to get swept up in the chaos and miss out on time to just pause. That’s why I’m obsessed with doing a monthly reset with a little journaling action. Think of it as a “reset” ...

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Hello! I'm a wife, mom of 2 boys, coffee and wine lover who lives in the Nashville, TN area. After growing up in Chicago and moving to St. Louis for 6 years, we decided that Music City was our new home! I have a neurological illness, called CIDP, that has turned my life upside down, and I have created this blog to have a little spot on the internet to share with you my life as a busy mama who loves to shop, eat, drink & be merry! So grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, and enjoy your time with me here at One Top Knot Mama. Cheers, friend!

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Adulting is realizing the most valuable thing you Adulting is realizing the most valuable thing you brought home from Chinese takeout wasn't the leftovers... it was the soup container. 🍜😂

Current inventory:
• 17 random plastic containers
• An irrational confidence that "I'll definitely use this."

It's basically the millennial version of fine china.

Who's guilty of washing and saving these instead of recycling them? 🙋‍♀️

🩷Follow for more tips and relatable millenial mom moments!

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#RelatableMomLife
#Adulting
#KitchenConfessions
#MillennialMom
Spring Wreath ideas that are affordable! Freshen Spring Wreath ideas that are affordable!

Freshen up your front door space for the season 

Link in bio or check stories

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#springwreath
#frontdoordecor
#summerwreath
#affordabledecor
#frontporchdecor
It's okay to have bad days, you silly goose! Tees It's okay to have bad days, you silly goose!

Tees on sale now - these make great gifts for teachers, special ed, mental health professionals or just for everyday!

💜Link in bio to order on Etsy!

Follow @thelapisboutique for more!

#sillygoose
#mentalhealth
#shopetsy
#teachergift
#etsyfinds
Spring cleaning checklist for busy moms” sounded c Spring cleaning checklist for busy moms” sounded cute… until I realized I’m the entire cleaning crew 😅

So here’s your reminder: you don’t need a full weekend, a new personality, or unlimited patience. Just a realistic plan, a little caffeine, and maybe ignoring the laundry pile one more day while you check off a few things ✔️

Because apparently the secret is:
✨ one room at a time
✨ 30-minute bursts (not a full mental breakdown marathon)
✨ declutter first so you’re not just… cleaning around chaos

Grab the checklist, pretend you have your life together, and let’s do the bare minimum ✨ but make it productive.

👇 Get the full checklist in the blog & save this for when motivation hits (aka never)🤦‍♀️

#SpringCleaningForMoms #BusyMomLife #MomLifeUnfiltered #CleaningMotivation #reallifemom
Which one should I make first? So excited to cro Which one should I make first? 

So excited to crochet! 🎉🎉My birthday was last week and my husband got me these @thewoobles ! If you haven't heard of these, they are complete crochet kits and include step by step videos how to do it. 

Crochet is great for fine motor skills, which I need to keep my hands/fingers moving even if it hurts from nerve pain. (I have #CIDP) I just do a little bit at a time!

#thewoobles #crochetingisfun #40somethingmom
If math has caused tears at your kitchen table… th If math has caused tears at your kitchen table… this is for you. 💛

I used to think my child just needed to “try harder.”
More practice.
More worksheets.
More repetition.

But the truth?

He didn’t need more math.
He needed math that made sense to him.

And here’s what changed everything…

I started using AI to create math problems based on what he already loves — football.

Not random worksheets.
Not boring textbook questions.

But football-themed math problems that actually caught his attention.

And something shifted.

Less resistance.
Less shutdown.
More confidence.
More “Ohhh I get it.”

That’s when I realized:

Kids don’t hate math.
They hate math that feels meaningless.

So I created a free football-themed math printable pack for moms who are in the same boat — especially if your child struggles, gets overwhelmed, or says “I’m just bad at math.”

It’s designed with:
🟢 Start (easy wins)
🟡 Try (build confidence)
🔵 Challenge (only on good brain days)

Because confidence comes before mastery.

If this sounds like your house lately, I want you to know something:

You’re not failing.
Your child isn’t broken.
They just might need a different approach.

Comment “MATH” and I’ll send you the link 💙🏈
Or grab it through the link in my bio.

We’re not forcing harder.
We’re learning smarter.

— Jacqueline

#momlife #mathhelp learningathome #strugglinglearner homeschoolmom parentingtips #executivefunctioning #elementarymath
💋 3 ways to style your Valentine’s tee 💘 1) Casua 💋 3 ways to style your Valentine’s tee 💘

1) Casual – jeans + sneakers

2) Date night – leather jacket + boots

3) Cozy – cardigan + leggings

One tee. Endless Valentine vibes 💋

Which look is your favorite? 1, 2, or 3?

Shop now @thelapisboutique on etsy!

Take a peek at St Patrick's Day tees too!🫣

#ValentinesDay #ValentinesOutfit #ValentineTshirt #RedLips #LoveStyle ShopSmall EtsySeller EtsyFinds TheLapisBoutique
🧀Holiday Whipped Feta Dip - recipe @corrigansister 🧀Holiday Whipped Feta Dip - recipe @corrigansisters 

I've been saving this recipe for something fancy - Sweatpants, wine and a puzzle to ring in 2026! 

Incredible, so easy and tasty!

I used our magic bullet and it turned out better than I thought.

(Recipe link in stories)

#holidayrecipes #whippedfetadip #newyearsevefood #partydip #easyrecipesathome
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