For Father’s Day…one sure fire present win for Dad  is pictures. Today I’m sharing with you 5 adorable and easy Father’s Day photo ideas along with free  printables!

As a photographer, I love this kind of thing.  Last year I did father’s day minis and thought it would be fun to offer a collection of ideas for anyone to use.  I can’t wait to print these and share them with my husband on Father’s Day!

These are perfect for you last minute Mamas (typically including myself)!  Just pose, click, print, and pop them in a frame!

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Father’s Day is just around the corner, and sometimes, Dads can be a little hard to shop for.

I mean a guy can only need so many Best Dad Ever coffee cups and trophies…right?

To help you out I worked with my husband to create a list of gifts Dads want. He’s your typical guy – into any thing outdoors, loves grilling, fishing and golf – so he easily fits the normal Dad mold.

So in an effort to make your life a little easier and check out our list of Father’s Day gift ideas. These gifts range in price but I tried to keep them all under in the $25-50 range.

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As a photographer, pictures are so important to me. I love how pictures commemorate a moment in time. Looking back on pictures and reflecting on my girl’s growth is one of my favorite things to do.

So for me.  Pictures on the first and last day of school are a necessity!  In fact, as you’ll soon find out, I’m Extra extra on the first day of school and do a chalkboard too!

Beginning/ending of the year photos can show so much change. They showcase some of my favorite memories and I intend to do them until my girls leave home. To make it easier, I created these cute printable for them to hold on the first and last day of school. They go all the way through high school!

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Between my kids I’ve spent 4 out of the last 5 years breastfeeding. I am an avid believer in the magic of breast milk and the amazing things it can do for your baby and even you!

I have come to treasure my nursing relationship with each of my children. The bond it creates is incredible. I love knowing that I am providing something my body has tailor made for my child to provide amazing immunity and nourishment.

However, I know first hand breastfeeding doesn’t always come easy and there are a 1,000 different reasons a woman physically cannot, or just does not desire to, breastfeed. I don’t judge. Your body, your baby – whatever works for you both.

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I’ve been there.

I’ve been that first time Mom, wondering if breastfeeding was the right choice for me and my child. I remember feeling so overwhelmed and wishing I could find some way to ease my fears.

So many of my friends struggled with breast feeding and the horror stories had left me leary. They all seemed convinced they had been completely unprepared for the obstacles they’d encountered while breastfeeding.

So when I was offered an affiliate position with Milkology’s breastfeeding class, I was super pumped to see it provided the foundation and information new Mamas need to prepare themselves to begin their breastfeeding journey.

So prop up those swollen ankles Mama, and give me a few minutes of your time. Let me tell you why you need The Ultimate Breastfeeding Class in your life.

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When you’re buying or registering for stuff for your baby, it can be a little overwhelming. There are so many products and so many opinions on them. Who really has time to figure it out? Most Mom’s don’t, but I’m a little OCD when it comes to my kids, so luckily you’ve stumbled across my blog.

I’m a little bit of a nerd. I like to do my research before I buy something. Espcially if it’s going to be for my kids. So before I make a purchase I usually read reviews online, poll my Mom BFFs, and even sometimes ask about it in my Mom’s group on Facebook. So when I offer recommendations, these aren’t things I’ve bought on a whim.

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When you are registering for baby gifts, it can be hard not to go a little crazy. I mean there is so much cute stuff out there, and those little pricing guns at the store are so stinking fun!

Am I right?

But…that’s how you end up with a ton of crap on your registry that you don’t need, and then find yourself later buying the essentials.

Trust me – two kids here and I learned my lesson from the first shower!

So I’m about to drop some registry truth bombs Mama! Sit back and listen up. Here’s how to create a baby registry with stuff you actually need!

Also, be sure to check out my free printable at the end of the post!

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Since I just shared my Dr. Suess baby shower post, I felt it appropriate to follow up with a baby shower gift ideas post.

These aren’t just any  baby shower ideas – these are the BEST baby shower ideas.  Being a mom of two and having tons of friends with babies – I’ve had my time to do my research.  These products are all products that absolutely made my life easier as a Mom.

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Next up in the party series I am switching it up a little. Today I will be sharing an adorable Dr. Seuss baby shower.

Because…when you are a family of teachers and your sister gets pregnant, there is only one type of baby shower to throw. Dr. Seuss of course!

We come from a looonnng line of elementary school teachers, so the theme was a no brainer when planning my sister’s party. Between myself and few teacher friends, we already had all the decorations we needed!  Planning the party was easy and so much fun!

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What kiddo isn’t a fan of Minnie and Mickey Mouse?  In fact, I have been to many a Minnie Mouse birthday party.  Today I want to share one I helped plan!

So..full disclosure…this party wasn’t exactly mine. It was for my cutie-pie neice’s 1st birthday. But I promised I helped a bunch!

My niece was a big fan of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse’s “Hot Dog” song when she was a tiny tot. She used to do the cutest little dance to it. So of course my sister chose Minnie Mouse for her 1st Birthday.

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