BOHEME MOTHERHOOD
-
Micro locks |The tool and products I use to maintain our DIY Sisterlocks
I consider myself to be a bit of a micro locks \ DIY sister lock expert. After seven years of retightening my own micro locks and convincing two other people to let me do their sisterlocks installation. If that’s not enough I’ve watched every video there is to watch about sisterlocks tools, installation and maintenance. What follows s everything I’ve learned on my micro locks journey, including what sisterlocks tool I use to maintain both mine and my child’s hair, both at home and abroad. Micro Locks Retightening Schedule I personally can’t stand to see my scalp so initially had an every other month retightening schedule. Now I retighten with my fingernails whenever…
-
Making Zero Waste Handmade Christmas Gifts with Kids
After having so much fun making handmade Christmas decorations I decided to try my hand at making handmade Christmas gifts too. I scoured the internet to find handmade Christmas gift projects that would be fun to make for both adults and kids, and I’m so glad I did. Give these I want my daughter to feel the pride that comes from making something with your own hands. I want her to experience the joy that results from working to bring a smile to the face of others. But honesty Christmas coincides with winter break, which means plenty of free time to fill up with fun things like making handmade Christmas gifts…
-
Zero Waste Christmas, Gifts and Decor
During Christmas it’s easy to get caught up in all the “things,” the best way to keep your sanity is to adopt low waste measures for zero headaches. Last year I bought all the ornaments I plan on ever owning. Storing them is a pain in the neck and a waste of precious limited space in a New York City apartment. So this year we tried something new, making our own ornaments and decorations. It turned out to be the perfect indoor activity to do and got everyone in the mood for the holiday season⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Zero Waste Christmas Decor So this year we dehydrated some citrus slices and added them…
-
2 Science Experiments for Toddlers
My daughter is obsessed with science, she has been since she came out the womb. As the child of immigrants, we were probably going to steer her in that direction eventually but it’s really nice that she got there on her own accord. Every chance she gets she is begging to experiment. Recently on an unseasonably warm day that seemed to be made for toddlers and science outdoors, we made a day of it. The hippie in me has always wanted to homeschool my daughter so I make a habit of turning everything I can into a lesson plan. If we were going to do some toddler science we were…
-
9 PLACES TO SEE A BIG CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING IN NYC
My personal opinion as a native New Yorker is that Winter is the worst time to visit the city. New Yorkers are shrowded in black, they keep their heads down, and their extremities guarded. Yet as our skyline becomes swathed in color from the fall foliage, and we begin to think the warm glow of summer was just a dream a different glow spreads across the city. An imported forest of BIG evergreen trees pops up all over NYC. The fanfare that accompanies an NYC tree lighting makes winter just warm enough, it’s as if the universe gives us Christmas to look forward to. On the home front there’s also…
-
4 Vegan Smore Recipes
It’s summer here in New York, which means camping season is in full effect. For some, that means packing up the kids and heading outside the city limits but there are still a bunch of places to go camping within the city limits. In my opinion camping season is shorthand for eat-all-the-smores- you-can stuff-your-face-with season in my book. Smores are like pieces of magic you hold in your hands, but even they can get to be a little redundant so I’ve scoured the globe to find ways to reinvent the classic smore recipe. I prefer vegan smores recipes because the thing that makes most smores not vegan is Gelatin, which…
-
Mother Daughter Trips | NYC Hotel Staycation
Mother-Daughter Trips are one of the best things about being a mom. When I travel alone with my daughter it’s us against the world. She often gives me glimpses of what kind of person she’s growing into. We rely on one another and learn to respect each others space. The three weeks we spent alone in Hoi An, Vietnam is some of my fondest memories we’ve shared in 3 years of traveling. Recently craving an escape but unwilling to pull the trigger on plane tickets I opted for a NYC hotel staycation. Hotel Staycation? Choose luxury The luxurious Conrad New York hosted our hotel Staycation and honestly, it set the…
You May Also Like
4 Vegan Smore Recipes
-
Choose an Eco Friendly Picnic Mat
I believe the cornerstone to any great picnic is an epic picnic mat. Depending on who’s coming and where you’re going to be dining these are a few of my favorite options. For more ideas on what to bring on a picnic be sure to read this. Summer is almost upon us in the Northern Hemisphere so dreaming up sunny picnic locals is at the top of my list. Faux leather Play Mat | These are a no brainer, as they’re essentially kid proof. Whether your picnic is on the sand or on the grass using these wipeable mats for your picnic will make your life easier. The material also…
-
What to bring to a picnic with kids this summer
My absolute favorite thing do when the weather warms up in New York is to go on a picnic. Planning what to bring to a picnic with kids is crucial. With all the natural wonders New York City hides within her city limits, amidst the bright lights and fast pace, a picnic is one of the best ways to explore New York off the beaten path. Picnic mat: to me, picnic mats set the stage and make or break the look and feel of your picnic. Are you going for rustic or romantic? The right picnic mat really sets your outdoor gathering up for success. Reusable Water Bottle: because duh,…
-
TRAVEL MAMA | Ashley, Flying with a Baby
Flying with a baby is daunting to most new parents but expert Travel Mama Ashley jumped into the adventure with two feet. This week I got to interview Ashley and find learn about her take on traveling with kids and the How much did you travel before you started flying with a baby? Where had you been?Before having our son, I’d traveled to almost a dozen countries including Thailand, Austria, Italy, France, Costa Rica, and Jamaica. When did you get your first passport?I actually didn’t get my first passport until I was 22 years old. I kept waiting for my parents to take me or send me abroad and that…
