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Christmas Hosting Made Simple: Printable Planner for Busy Moms

December 17, 2025

Level Up Your Hosting Game: Christmas Prep Printable Bundle If you’re reading this while mentally calculating how many days are left until Christmas and how many rolls of wrapping paper you still need… hi, welcome. You’re among friends here. Christmas is supposed to be magical. Cozy. Full of memories and matching pajamas. But for moms—especially busy, exhausted, doing-it-all moms—it can ...

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How to Host Your Best Thanksgiving without the Stress

November 19, 2025

I hope you had the best Halloween and that your kiddos came home with enough candy to fuel them through… well, Thanksgiving. My boys had a blast trick-or-treating this year—one was Spiderman, the other was the cutest little puppy you’ve ever seen (not biased at all, obviously). Now, if you’ve been here long enough, you already know this: my boys LOVE Christmas. Like, talk-about-it-in-April love ...

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The Ultimate Winter Bucket List for Moms – (Free Printable!)

November 14, 2025

free printable winter bucket list

Winter is here, which means it’s time for fuzzy socks, peppermint mochas, and your kids tracking snow (and possibly mud) through the house. Before we all collectively hibernate, let’s make this season a little more fun with a Winter Bucket List the whole family can enjoy — even if your idea of “enjoyment” is watching from the couch with a Hallmark movie and a heated blanket. 🏠 Cozy at ...

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10 Family Meals You Can Make for Under $20

November 8, 2025

Let’s be real — grocery prices have gotten out of control. You walk into the store for “just a few things” and walk out $180 poorer with nothing that actually makes a full meal. And now, with SNAP benefits ending for so many families, the budget feels tighter than ever. Feeding your family shouldn’t feel like a daily financial crisis. So let’s make dinner easier (and cheaper) with these 10 ...

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Moms, It’s Time to Speak Up: How to Take Action on the Issues That Actually Affect Us

October 22, 2025

moms its time to speak up - take action now, because laundry, work and democracy don't wait

Let’s be real — moms are tired. We’re juggling kids, work, bills, groceries that somehow cost double now, and an endless news cycle that makes us want to crawl under a weighted blanket and never come out. But at some point, between packing lunches and finding that one missing shoe, we look around and think… what on earth is happening in this country? From government shutdowns that leave ...

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Relatable Mom Humor: 20 Funny Fall Quotes You’ll Love

October 16, 2025

funny fall quotes for moms that are totally relatable

When Fall Shows Up but Summer Won’t Leave: Funny Mom Quotes You’ll Totally Relate To You know that awkward time of year when your porch is covered in pumpkins but your AC is still blasting? Yeah… welcome to fummer — that fake fall season where your heart says cozy sweaters but your body says pit stains. If you’re a mom trying to sip pumpkin spice while sweating through your leggings and cozy ...

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The Best Budget-Friendly Groceries to Beat Inflation (Mom-Tested & Kid-Approved)

July 17, 2025

How to Grocery Shop Smart During Inflation: Budget-Friendly Tips for Moms Feeding a family right now feels like playing grocery cart Jenga — one wrong move and there goes your budget. Prices keep creeping up, kids keep growing (and snacking like it’s their job), and you’re just trying to make dinner without spending $400 on a week’s worth of food. Don’t worry — I’ve got you. I’ve rounded up ...

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Break Your Bad Habit in 7 Days For Good (Without Losing Your Mind): Free Printable

May 2, 2025

7 day challenge to break your habit, free printable download

Let's be honest. Motherhood is a beautiful, chaotic, love-soaked whirlwind. But amidst the cuddles and the carpools, those little (or not-so-little) habits can creep in and start to steal our peace. Maybe it's scrolling mindlessly through social media when you could be present with your little ones. Perhaps it's that pile of laundry that mysteriously multiplies in the corner. Or maybe you ...

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Free Star Wars Day Printables & Activities Your Kids Will Love

May 2, 2025

Celebrate May the Fourth with fun Star Wars Day activities for kids — including easy crafts, printable coloring pages, themed snacks, bookmarks, jokes, and more! May the Fourth be with you, mama. Whether you’re a lifelong Star Wars fan or just here for the Baby Yoda memes and blue milk, May 4th is the perfect excuse to have a little geeky fun with your kids — no Jedi training ...

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

March 3, 2025

how to have a fun spring break on a budget

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

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