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April 11, 2017 By Autumn Rose Reo 106 Comments

Expecting or a new parent? If you want to get the 411 on all things baby, obviously anything called the Biggest Baby Shower EVER is the answer! One night, one event, and one huge gift bag! 

Thanks to Big City Moms for being a mamachallenge sponsor and showing this Dallas mama what it really means to go big or go home – especially when you’re preggo! 

It wasn’t *that* long ago that I was a first-time preggers working to figure out what was the best stroller combination, what bottle system was best for us and the biggest new mamachallenge of them all – what diaper bag I was going to carry. I asked everyone, I searched online, I talked in forums, and I paced the aisle of EVERY baby department store. 

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I didn’t always find the right answer either and even after both my kids are past the baby age, I still have baby stroller envy (and I had a total of six strollers.) 

If only there had been one place to go to, to learn about all the stuff – from diapers to daycare – that I was going to need to prepare me for motherhood in Big D. 

And of course, a few years later, there is.  

What is the Biggest Baby Shower Ever?

Big City Moms has revolutionized the baby business with their signature event, The Biggest Baby Shower Ever™. A pop-up, one-night show that happens around the country in places like NYC (actually they get two), Washington D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and now Big D. With celebrity endorsements and appearances, this is really the only shower you’re going to want to go to besides your own. 

Since I’m no longer growing a baby (however, could be mistaken with my own bump), I hadn’t heard of this shindig before it came to town. HOWEVER, shortly after I got there to Sixty Five Hundred on Cedar Springs, I figured out very quickly, that I was out of the loop! There were so many mamas and daddies there ready to learn, touch, meet and go home with the coolest, most-cutting edge and best baby products on the market. While I did recognize many of my favorites like Pampers and Petunia Picklebottom (I still want one of their bags that are now even cuter and have a place for my laptop), there were so many new companies out there to learn about, both locally and in the industry. 

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What Can You Expect at the Biggest Baby Shower Ever? 

If only I had know that there was a baby nurse service that would get your kid in the groove while you caught a few hours of shut eye?

And if breastfeeding has those tatas in a tizzy, no worries, someone will help you come to your house and show exactly how to do it.

Having issues with your milk supply? Eat some Boob Food and your supply will increase by 5%. 

It was about halfway through walking this event where I just looked around and said “Where was this event when I was expecting?”

Of course, you wouldn’t put a few hundred expectant mamas in one spot at 5:30 pm without food either. The food was phenomenal with everything figure foods including the most adorable Sprinkles cupcakes with baby bottles and mocktails. However, there was a local brand called Mom’s Buns that I could have filled my swag bag with and ran! 
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But just because I wasn’t an expecting mama didn’t mean I didn’t learn! I found out about several new products for those with allergies (i.e. my family), listened to some great info from local experts, checked out new items from Matilda Jane (Taylor’s decided that Joanna Gaines is making them just for her) and also may have finally found the perfect stroller – it takes no time to have folded and you can do it with one hand – really!  And there were massages too!!! 

I almost reconsidered pregnancy, but remembered, I still had two at home I needed to raise first!

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What You Get at the Biggest Baby Shower Ever

But as great as the event is, it is the gift bag that’s gonna really make your day! Depending on the level of ticket you purchase, you not only walk out with tons of samples, new products, and more, but some of the staple items you’re going to need to start your baby collection. From bouncers to buggies, I saw it all being escorted out with everyone. It actually looked like we were looting a Babies R Us. 

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Just a few of the brands included in this amazing gift bag: 

  • Pampers
  • Huggies 
  • Earth’s Best 
  • Kabrita 
  • Happy Tot
  • Enfamil 
  • HappyBaby
  • Oilogic 
  • Smarty Pants 
  • Nosh
  • Dr. Brown’s 
  • Baby Bjorn 
  • Viva
  • Fresh wave
  • Cetaphil 
  • bolli
  • summer
  • babyganics
  • june & january 
  • Once Up a Farm 

Swoon, right? But what am I going to do with all this loot? Yep, one lucky mama is going home with the 4Moms bounceRoo!

4Moms

(From the 4moms website:) The 4moms bounceRoo is the only bouncer with 3 unique vibration modes (heartbeat, wave and bee) and 3 intensity settings to help calm and soothe your baby. The bounceRoo also entertains with a fun, natural bouncing motion created by your baby’s movement. The lightweight and compact design is easy to move around the house or take on the go. The bounceRoo is available in the classic seat fabric (dark grey) and has a smooth, woven surface. Machine washable.

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Comments

  1. AvatarDaisy says

    April 12, 2017 at 8:03 am

    My favorite baby shower gift that I received was a Peter Rabbit baby book.

    Reply
    • AvatarEmily says

      April 19, 2017 at 9:34 pm

      I’m attending the shower in NYC in May. I’m super excited to meet with all of the vendors.

      Reply
  2. AvatarMichelle says

    April 19, 2017 at 5:29 pm

    I would love to win one of these!

    Reply
  3. AvatarCourtney solstad says

    April 19, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    Diapers!! I’m practical!!!

    Reply
  4. AvatarAmy D says

    April 19, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    Diapers always are helpful. can’t get enough.

    Reply
  5. AvatarLu Iwrin says

    April 20, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    Favorite Baby shower gift I gave was a wipe warmer.

    Reply
  6. AvatarAnna Summitt says

    April 25, 2017 at 8:37 pm

    The BOB stroller!

    Reply
  7. AvatarSandy H says

    April 26, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    I baby swing was my favorite.

    Reply
  8. Avatarheather says

    April 26, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    A car seat was the best baby gift that I have given at a baby shower.

    Reply
  9. Avatarallyson Tice says

    April 26, 2017 at 10:26 pm

    My favorite baby gift was my MOby wrap!!!

    Reply
  10. AvatarEsther S says

    April 26, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    A diaper bag and/or diapers is the best and most helpful gift I’ve given and received.

    Reply
  11. Avatarbetsy says

    April 27, 2017 at 5:09 am

    diapers were always the most practical

    Reply
  12. Avatardeanna says

    April 27, 2017 at 2:21 pm

    I gave a Baby Bjorn carrier to someone as a gift. They loved it!

    Reply
  13. AvatarMarissa Cooper says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift I’ve ever given was a huge green Crayola crayon that doubled as a bank for coins and as decoration for the nursery theme.

    Reply
  14. Avatarronalee duncan says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I recently gave a play-yard as a gift and she loved it. This gift has come in very handy.

    Reply
  15. AvatarBillie R says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    My sister is due with baby #1 in June. I would love to give her a combination car seat/stroller. Thanks for the chance to win.

    Reply
  16. AvatarDarlene Owen says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    I gave a diaper tower for twins = it was real cute.

    Reply
  17. AvatarFrancine Anchondo says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:12 pm

    My favorite was the pack and play we got .

    Reply
  18. AvatarJessica Sage says

    April 27, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    A play set that the parents had really wanted and the design had special meaning to them. They absolutely LOVED it

    Reply
  19. AvatarKristin McCall says

    April 27, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    I always give lots and lots of diapers. They are the most needed item.

    Reply
  20. AvatarJessica M says

    April 27, 2017 at 11:41 pm

    I received a handmade blanket from my grandma for my baby shower hands down my favorite gift I received. I will use it with my baby and hopefully it will be passed down after that.

    Reply
  21. AvatarFiona N says

    April 28, 2017 at 12:02 am

    My favorite baby shower gift I have received was the car seat
    Thank You

    Reply
  22. AvatarKelsi says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:32 am

    My favorite baby shower gift was a Rock N Play.

    Reply
  23. AvatarJeanna says

    April 28, 2017 at 8:52 am

    My favorite gift was the nursery set my sister got me! I really wanted it for my daughter, but wasn’t sure I would be able to get it!

    Reply
  24. AvatarLisa Bourlier says

    April 28, 2017 at 9:35 am

    Diaper Genie! Cant stand the smell of dirty diapers lol!

    Reply
  25. AvatarTamra H says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    The favorite gift I gave was a mini-library of baby books – mom and dad loved it!

    Reply
  26. AvatarLauryn R says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:54 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift to give is swaddling blankets, onesies, and a cute outfit. These are all essentials that I used a lot during the first days of motherhood. As for big gifts, and swing, bouncer and pack n play are a must.

    Reply
  27. AvatarDanielle Porter says

    April 28, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    I’ll be having my first baby shower in a few months! We are expecting our first baby in Sept. We had an adoption shower when we adopted our sons when they were 4 and 6. When we had their shower the best gift I got was books on parenting! It was unique and not something I would have bought or registered for.

    Reply
  28. Avatarwen budro says

    April 28, 2017 at 10:43 pm

    I just gave my pregnant niece a really nice high chair and some gift cards. She was very happy.

    Reply
  29. AvatarCarolsue says

    April 29, 2017 at 2:19 am

    My favorite shower gifts are those that are personalized. Diapers are a great gift, too.
    Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net

    Reply
  30. AvatarJill Rivera says

    April 29, 2017 at 8:25 am

    I receive a knitted blanket from my son grandmother. It was the most precious gift.

    Reply
  31. Avataramber says

    April 29, 2017 at 10:20 am

    I got my sister a sleep swing at her baby shower, and she said she couldn’t have gotten thru first weeks without it!

    Reply
  32. AvatarAqdas Ahmed says

    April 30, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    Nothing can beat personalized gifts… best gift we received was a hand quilted blanket with my baby’s name and birthdate.

    Reply
  33. AvatarAmy Hall says

    April 30, 2017 at 10:54 pm

    A baby carrier, wrap or ring sling, is my favorite to give.

    Reply
  34. AvatarTee Anderson says

    May 1, 2017 at 12:17 am

    My son received a light green Winnie The Pooh blanket that he still has on his bed.

    Reply
  35. AvatarJessica N says

    May 1, 2017 at 7:09 am

    I would have to say it was swaddle blankets, they are so versatile!

    Reply
  36. AvatarEm Mahr says

    May 1, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift was a handmade blanket. I also love receiving books!

    Reply
  37. Avatarwendy browne says

    May 1, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    I have three kids but only had a baby shower for my last one. I received so many helpful items like a playpen thing with the bassinet top and an AngelCare tub seat that my son still uses 16 months later.

    Reply
  38. AvatarCandice says

    May 1, 2017 at 4:50 pm

    I like giving diapers and baby books to friends who have baby showers.

    Reply
  39. AvatarStephanie Phelps says

    May 1, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    The best gift I ever received was my homemade cradle it is a one of a kind made by a master wood crafter.

    Reply
  40. AvatarDebbie Lewis says

    May 1, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I like the pack and plays. They are so handy to use and take along

    Reply
  41. AvatarDonna Cheatle says

    May 1, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    I’ve given a couple of the Blooming Baby bath. I have gotten all positive feedback on them!

    Reply
  42. AvatarNancy says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    I think that a collection of board books is a great shower gift.

    Reply
  43. AvatarIliana R says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    My favorite are diapers! They are definitely very useful,

    Reply
  44. AvatarKari Barone says

    May 1, 2017 at 9:26 pm

    My Pack N Play was my favorite baby shower gift, given to me by my coworkers.

    Reply
  45. AvatarAda Miller says

    May 1, 2017 at 9:38 pm

    The best gift I ever received was a baby memory book and diapers and wipes was pretty awesome as well.

    Reply
  46. Avatarangela smith says

    May 2, 2017 at 1:44 am

    mine would have to be a special blanket my grandma made me for my baby shower

    Reply
  47. Avatarrebecca day says

    May 2, 2017 at 6:39 pm

    diapers and wipes you can never have to many

    Reply
  48. AvatarJilliann M says

    May 2, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    I like to give the big box of diapers and wipes from costco

    Reply
  49. AvatarErin G says

    May 3, 2017 at 8:08 am

    I received a handmade quilt for my son from my best friend. It took her hours and hours and she had spoken with my husband to make sure to match the colors in our nursery. It was a very sweet and wonderful surprise gift.

    Reply
  50. AvatarAngie S says

    May 3, 2017 at 7:32 pm

    I bought a onesie that read “I’m a jerk, just like my daddy.” My husband and the dad were close friends and it got a good laugh.

    Reply
  51. AvatarDanielle Magee says

    May 4, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift I received was a handmade blanket.

    Reply
  52. AvatarSamantha Plotkin says

    May 4, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    Anything homemade – I have several beautiful blankets that I treasure

    Reply
  53. AvatarJordana says

    May 4, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    Sadly due to life events (studying for the bar, bed rest) etc. I’m not having a baby shower!
    But now I REALLY want to attend this event when it comes to DC next month. I’m hoping my doctor clears me to. I’m a FTM and I know NOTHING about babies so I need all the help I can get

    Reply
  54. AvatarTiffany S says

    May 4, 2017 at 9:54 pm

    Diapers, anything Aden & Anais and a great baby book.

    Reply
  55. AvatarDeAnna Keller says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:00 pm

    My favorite gift I ever received was a blanket my aunt made for my daughter.

    Reply
  56. AvatarSandy Cain says

    May 5, 2017 at 11:44 am

    My favorite was a LARGE case of diapers! And you wouldn’t believe how quick we went through them!

    Reply
  57. AvatarJessica Mcfarlin says

    May 5, 2017 at 10:29 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift was ergo carrier – we used it more than are stroller.

    Reply
  58. AvatarChrissy says

    May 6, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift was our crib because I fell in love with an expensive model that I really didn’t need and my inlaws got it for us which was so sweet!

    Reply
  59. AvatarBrigitte Bauman says

    May 6, 2017 at 5:57 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift to give is a pack of diapers and a gift card to buy more diapers.

    Reply
  60. AvatarRochel S says

    May 7, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    A nursing pillow!

    Reply
  61. AvatarTabathia B says

    May 7, 2017 at 7:54 pm

    It was some pampers and a baby bouncer

    Reply
  62. AvatarLauren Becker says

    May 7, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    Honestly, one of my favorite things to give besides practical things like diapers, etc. are books! It’s a way to be more unique and I love reading so it makes sense.

    Reply
  63. AvatarBrittany says

    May 8, 2017 at 11:42 am

    The best baby shower gift I received was a breast pump!

    Reply
  64. AvatarEmily D says

    May 9, 2017 at 3:36 pm

    I got a frozen enchilada casserole. To be honest, all the other gifts were just gifts, but that casserole saved my bacon on a night when I was just so exhausted and I was able to pull it out of the freezer and feed my family. I know, it sounds silly, but it was my favorite gift of all time after having my second kid.

    Reply
  65. AvatarLaura says

    May 9, 2017 at 4:50 pm

    An ultrasound print! What a precious and unique gift.

    Reply
  66. AvatarStephanie O'Day says

    May 9, 2017 at 7:24 pm

    I think the best gift I was ever given was a pillow for the nursery rocker that was made from my Grandfather’s shirt. It was so special and wonderful!

    Reply
  67. AvatarDarcy Koch says

    May 10, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    My favorite baby shower gift was a gift card tree made in the shape of a baby. From each finger and each toe hung a gift card so I could buy whatever I needed.

    Reply
  68. AvatarDagmar says

    May 11, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    My best friend gave me the cutest outfit that we ended up bringing my baby girl home in. To this day it is our favorite outfit and we still have it!

    Reply
  69. AvatarMia says

    May 12, 2017 at 5:20 am

    I received $90 fidget spinner..awesome gift ever! 🙂

    Reply
  70. AvatarMarilyn Nawara says

    May 12, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    I received a hand-knit baby blanket for a shower gift — beautiful.

    Reply
  71. AvatarKarla says

    May 12, 2017 at 11:28 pm

    The best thing I got at my baby shower was the breastfeeding boppy. Very useful!

    Reply
  72. Avatarkelley roach says

    May 13, 2017 at 7:31 pm

    A baby carrier, wrap or ring sling, is my favorite to give.

    Reply
  73. AvatarTina says

    May 13, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    I received this cute little Peter Rabbit bunny when I was pregnant with my daughter. It was the first baby gift I got..

    Reply
  74. AvatarSusan Genna says

    May 14, 2017 at 12:39 am

    My favorite gift received was an home made patchwork quilt with my daughter’s name embroidered by hand on the quilt. It is outstsnding!

    Reply
  75. AvatarLaurie Nykaza says

    May 14, 2017 at 12:45 am

    The last gift I gave was a Baby Bjorn carrier and my niece loved it!

    Reply
  76. AvatarRobyn says

    May 14, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    My favorite gift I received was a Rock N Play. Loved it!

    Reply
  77. AvatarAlexandra O says

    May 14, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    My favorite baby shower gifts were the carseat and stroller set. I also loved the diapers and wipes, you can never run out of those!

    Reply
  78. AvatarLeela says

    May 14, 2017 at 11:04 pm

    A crib from my mom.

    Reply
  79. Avatarelicia p says

    May 15, 2017 at 11:52 am

    For me given.. diapers. Received.. diapers.
    They are always used and great.

    Reply
  80. AvatarKaty M says

    May 15, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    I always go with a big box of diapers! Always a well received gift

    Reply
  81. AvatarAmanda Z says

    May 16, 2017 at 8:43 am

    I love my Nova Harley Diaper Bag. I use it every day as a bag to bring to work, and then just slip the insert inside that has all the diaper [email protected]

    Reply
  82. Avatarrobin s. says

    May 16, 2017 at 6:50 pm

    I love to give onesie that have funny sayings on them as baby shower gifts.

    Reply
  83. AvatarMelissa C says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:01 am

    My skip hop diaper bag/backpack was one of the coolest things I got my shower! It’s so roomy and nice!

    Reply
  84. AvatarBrenda M Robinson says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:06 am

    I received a stroller once.

    Reply
  85. Avatarmissy w says

    May 17, 2017 at 1:11 pm

    Lots of diapers and a crib.

    Reply
  86. AvatarTerra Heck says

    May 17, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    The best I ever received was Totally Toddler Stain & Odor Remover. It worked the absolute best at getting baby stains and smells out of clothes. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  87. AvatarKelley Roach says

    May 17, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    Diapers always are helpful.

    Reply
  88. AvatarKristin C says

    May 18, 2017 at 6:03 pm

    The rock and play was my favorite

    Reply
  89. AvatarAbigail says

    May 19, 2017 at 7:56 am

    The Rock & PLay was the one I used the most. Hand made things like blankets and a height chart were the most loved!

    Reply
  90. AvatarCandace says

    May 19, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    I received a quilt someone made for me. So beautiful!!!!!!

    Reply
  91. Avatarheather marocco says

    May 19, 2017 at 9:38 pm

    diapers

    Reply
  92. Avatarelishia bakle says

    May 19, 2017 at 11:24 pm

    My pink double stroller. I knew it was a little pricey but my sister when together to buy it and surprise me with it.

    Reply
  93. Avatarmolli taylor says

    May 20, 2017 at 10:43 am

    i got the coolest blanket at my last baby shower!

    Reply
  94. AvatarLissa Crane says

    May 20, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    The best baby gift was one I received and it was a beautiful statue of a mother holding a baby. I loved it so much I made it the centerpiece of my living room!

    Reply
  95. AvatarAnnmarie W. says

    May 20, 2017 at 5:12 pm

    Since we didn’t have any family nearby when I was pregnant with my first child, my wonderful neighbor held a ‘virtual shower’ for me…and sent invitations to family/friends to send pictures of themselves…which she then put in a beautiful album for me. Our family & friends held small personal baby ‘showers’ and took pictures of them holding lovely baby welcoming signs…just as if we had been there with them! The album is such a treasure to me!

    Reply
  96. AvatarMissy says

    May 20, 2017 at 8:27 pm

    I had fun giving a diaper cake.

    Reply
  97. Avatarkittyfrog says

    May 20, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    Baby Bjorn

    Reply
  98. AvatarRivka says

    May 20, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    I love giving Sophie la Giraffe.

    Reply
  99. AvatarTracy Webb says

    May 20, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    Diapers and wipes are the best.

    Reply
  100. AvatarCarmen Clement says

    May 21, 2017 at 9:23 am

    A beautiful handmade crib.

    Reply
  101. Avatarallison says

    May 21, 2017 at 3:01 pm

    I got a really luxurious diaper bag for my shower so that has always been my favorite! Thanks so much for the chances to win.

    Reply
  102. AvatarJanice Crespo says

    May 21, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    My favorite gift was a baby swing. That swing was used so much!

    Reply
  103. AvatarJessica H says

    May 21, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    My favorite gift I ever gave was a handsewn linen ring sling.

    Reply
  104. AvatarTracie Cooper says

    May 21, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    I love to give diapers and wipes!

    Reply

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Today on @wfaagmt I shared how to make the most of those leftovers and old vegetables and fruits! The kitchen smells so good with an apple tarte tartin, truffles, potato chips, broth, banana bread, and this cilantro green sauce! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Taken from @beardfoundation:

INGREDIENTS

1⁄4 cup red wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro stems (from 1 bunch of cilantro)
1⁄2 cup olive oil or neutral oil, such as organic canola or grapeseed
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin

DIRECTIONS

In a blender or the mixing cup of a small food processor or immersion blender, combine the vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Swirl a few times to dissolve the salt. Add the stems, olive oil, and cumin — puree. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

#wfaa #tv #recipe #goodmorningtexas #chocolatetruffles #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger #eatwell #dfw #momblogger #healthylifestyle #wholefoodmethod
Kept and Queso may sound a lot alike, but I don’ Kept and Queso may sound a lot alike, but I don’t think that’s the way it work...🌯

Today was a busy one: getting ready for the week and getting prepped for a tv segment (tomorrow on @wfaagmt, so I had to call in for reinforcements. While I may be on the no-carb wagon, the rest of the fam wanted something different -  fresh, full of flavor and delivered fast...enter @savageburritos!

Made from the @unclejuliosmexican family, this ghost kitchen delivery service offers specialty burritos, bowls, salads, the holy trinity (queso, chips and salsa) and even dessert - all to your door! 

Find ‘em online and find out why you’ll go savage for more! And thanks @savageburritos for such great service! 

#savageburritos #savageburrito #unclejulios #texmex #dfweats #mamachallenge #dallasfood #dallasmoms #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger
Nothing like trying to eat healthier and your kid Nothing like trying to eat healthier and your kid surprises you with an over-the-top hot cocoa in bed.

...But at least she put it in my @shopcarrieelle mugs.

I’m wondering if this was my first teat of 2021.
Hoping to make 2021 a lot brighter. ✨ Happy New Hoping to make 2021 a lot brighter. ✨

Happy New Year’s Y’all!

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #dfw #nye #lonestarnye
Consider 2021 the light at the end of the tunnel. Consider 2021 the light at the end of the tunnel.

We’ve been working to squeeze in all the celebrations this week before it’s time to work out all the tears, wine and carbs 2020 brought. 🍷 🥖 😭 

What’s your NYE plan? And most of all what’s your last cheat meal? 

#dfw #nye #newyears #covidchristmas2020 #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger
The 80s are coming back in full force...but does m The 80s are coming back in full force...but does my visor match my mask? 😱

Actually my #OOTD is part of our equipment to take down aliens in London circa 1984 at @electricgamebox, the new immersive gaming experience @grandscapetx. Opening December 24, it’s the perfect way to spend some family time TOGETHER, hear a bada$@ soundtrack (hello, 80s!?!) and burn calories (don’t worry about those extra cookies!)

Before you go: 

🕹Have a team name ready

🕹Wear tennis shoes, no hats or hair bands, and comfortable clothes. 

🕹There’s a locker to put your bag in if you need to drop it off!

🕹Safety is #1: Masks are a must, no contact and you’re the only ones in your game room! 

🕹The experience is an hour so be ready to move bc you will! 

Swipe to see our score and family photo (emailed to you after your experience!)

Thanks for some pre-Christmas fun Electric Gamebox! (Partner)

#dallas #dfw #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger #dallasmoms #dallastexas #electricgamebox #covidchristmas #2020 #openingsoon
❄️ I’m dreaming of a White Christmas... We ❄️ I’m dreaming of a White Christmas...

We normally head to the mountains at Christmas time, but this year we’re just happy to celebrate Christmas healthy and together with lots of wonderful trips around home including to the @gaylordtexan. So we broke from our matching plaid instead with this mom/daughter snowflake set from @shinestythreads. Most their stuff is exactly what you need to dominate the Christmas sweater game, our little bit of cheesy (cue “Let it Go...”) but came out too sweet not to share. (When they’re this age, you take it when you get it!)

Shinesty is the resource for all the holidays apparel and even does free returns! Save their page for when you need to be the talk of the party (online and in person.) 

🎄And for details about the @gaylordtexan Lonestar Christmas like this week’s Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Brunch, head to the blog (and remember the code REO gets you a discount on some of your activities!)

#shinesty #snow #dfw AD #gaylordchristmas #gaylordtexan #visitgrapevine #dallastexas #dfwinfluencer #dallasbloggers #matchingoutfits #snowdfw #somuchchristmas
One other thing came out of #2020 besides drive-th One other thing came out of #2020 besides drive-thru margaritas...I had time to enjoy wrapping my gifts! 

While we had a minor Santa disaster yesterday, I devised a mom save and moved on to the wrapping paper! I even made my Christmas tags with my @Cricut to match my white & silver snow theme! 

Do you theme your wrapping? What was this year?

You finally can get yours or stock up on accessories now at 50% off now with this link or download the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app to shop this pic via screenshot. http://liketk.it/34fvi #liketkit @liketoknow.it 
 #StayHomeWithLTK #LTKhome @liketoknow.it.family @liketoknow.it.home
...Hold your horses! 🐴✨🎄 I love celebrati ...Hold your horses! 🐴✨🎄

I love celebrating our holiday traditions, but this year we made a new one! I’ve always wanted to see Christmas lights by carriage ride and this year we made it happen by surprising the girls! 

We spent the night looking at beautiful houses, drinking hot chocolate under the blankets and hearing some of the best commentary from the girls!

🐴 There are several different carriage ride companies (we used Whitehaven Carriages) that drive through Deerfield and Highland Park with multiple types of carriages (there’s even a Cinderella) for varying prices starting around $175+. 

🐴While rides reserve quickly, you might be able to find some after the holidays! If not, put this in the calendar for next year because it’s a must do!

(I’ve shared some of it on Instastories!)

#dfw #highlandpark #dallasbloggers  #christmasdecor #horses #chriatmaslights #dallas #dfwevents #dallasinfluencer #dfwinfluencer #christmastradition
Just ONE more day! The countdown to Christmas may Just ONE more day!

The countdown to Christmas may be a week away, but @thecroods New Age is available by demand tomorrow! 

The kids have been so excited about this debut and have decorated for the occasion with their goodies from @dreamworks! 🎁 (Partner)

#CROODSNEWAGE #dreamworks #thecroods #giftideas #dfwinfluencers #dallassocialinfluencers #movie #fandango #momlife #sloth
🎶I’m dreaming of a white Christmas...🎶 . 🎶I’m dreaming of a white Christmas...🎶 

...to drink that is, The Dude style. Picking up last minute gifts, I took a brief break at @lockwooddistillingco. They have a great holiday cocktail list and if you’re lucky, you’ll find some awesome gift baskets under their Biggie & Snoop Christmas tree will make everyone happy for Christmas (twofer!)

Whatever you do, don’t leave without a bottle of the Bourbon Creme or Cinnamon Rum to make it through the holidays (who needs eggnog when you can drink this?)

#lockwooddistillingco #biglebowski #dfw #richardsontx #dallastx #holidaydrinks #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger #whitechristmas #giftidea #biggie #snoop
#MomTruth: What are you buying and wrapping yourse #MomTruth: What are you buying and wrapping yourself to put under the tree and saying it’s from the kids? 🌲 

For me it was this crossbody from @bestofsevenshop. I love a beautiful big handbag (hello @louisvuitton!), but lately I’ve kept it to the essentials as we enjoyed all the holiday events safely, but I still wanted it to be cute! 

Best of Seven style is classic: full of pockets and zippers as well different styles that let you interchange colors to make it your own! “Keeping it your own” is their mission by celebrating diversity:
🌈 races
🌈religion
🌈genders
🌈sexual orientation
🌈Abilities and disabilities
🌈Ages

And you know I love a monogram! 

Today’s the last day to get 30% off and still get it personalized! Get the link in my profile!

#bestofseven #diversity #giftideas #dallasblogger #style #holidays #grinch #rainbow #dfwinfluencers #dallasmoms #covidchristmas
SO.MUCH.CHRISTMAS. 🎄🎁🎅🏼 It’s incred SO.MUCH.CHRISTMAS. 🎄🎁🎅🏼

It’s incredible how much you can do in 24 hours and how many photos you can take - 422 to be exact.

Have you been so busy you haven’t had time to do the Christmas stuff? Get in all the holiday fun with our guide to SO MUCH Christmas at the Gaylord Texan @gaylordtexan.

We even share how to save some money (use the code REO!)

Link to the guide is in the profile and #ontheblog.

#gaylordtexan #ChristmasatGaylordTexan #ilovechristmasmoviesWB #SoMuchChristmas #gaylordchristmas #dfw #visitgrapevine #christmas #dfwinfluencers #dallasinfluencer #travelblogger #traveltex #grapevinetx
Are you making a different kind of O Face because Are you making a different kind of O Face because your not sure if that box is gonna make it? O-NO! 😱

Deadlines start today fast and being in those long lines might be the worst part of Christmas. However, I shared some tips  on @wfaagmt on how you can avoid feeling like a Grinch when it comes to shipping. 🙌🏻

Here are some tips you might not know before you get in line: 

🎁 The big three all have pick up at your house, by going online and scheduling for pick up @ups, @usps.official and @fedex.

Did you know that several stores actually have shipping inside? 
🎁Some Ace Hardware stores @acehardware and local Eliott’s Hardware
🎁 @Staples - they have all the supplies for you to box it up (and I have a coupon in my Instastories!)
🎁 CVS ships UPS
🎁 Heading to those third party parcel stores can definitely save you some time.

Ship to Store is a huge way to get the item delivered quicker to you or to have sent. 
🎁 Get your @amazon sent to an Amazon Locker  or @wholefoods for shipping and pick up! 
🎁 @target - drive through pick up with the App 
🎁 @Walmart - just launched a new service called Walmart+ which is like Amazon Prime where you can get it. (Try it free now!) 

Last-minute shipping?
🎁 While you might not want to pay for those last-minute shipping services, if you use @rakuten you can save money on your purchase so then it still can be affordable for your budget. (I have already racked up a $600 cash back check just for using Rakuten - head to my profile to get a link to get $20 back when you use it! (It’s FREE!) 

@wfaagmt @wfaa #dfw #shipping #holiday #savemoney #dfwinfluencers #dallasinfluencers #dallas #giftideas #mamachallenge #giftguide #covidchristmas
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