https://mommy-diary.com/author/niki/ Motherhood, Identity & Healing—Creative Modern Motherhood Sat, 31 May 2025 01:13:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://mommy-diary.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-Mommy-diary-submark-white-pink-32x32.png https://mommy-diary.com/author/niki/ 32 32 111288181 https://mommy-diary.com/easy-instant-pot-chili-recipe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easy-instant-pot-chili-recipe https://mommy-diary.com/easy-instant-pot-chili-recipe/#respond Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:29:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23291 I love this easy instant pot chili recipe because it’s perfect for summer/early fall and can be made by anyone! It’s the perfect comfort food that makes great leftovers and my whole family especially my husband loves it. You can have it as lunch or dinner and the leftovers make great appetizers when paired with...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/easy-instant-pot-chili-recipe/feed/ 0 23291 https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-style-fall-coffee-cart/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-style-fall-coffee-cart https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-style-fall-coffee-cart/#respond Thu, 26 Sep 2024 04:16:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23542 Are you excited about the return of fall? One of my favorite things about the fall season is the decor.  Today, I’ll be sharing how to start incorporating fall accents into your home little by little. By creating a small focal piece in your dining room, you ca spark festive feelings in everyone in your...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-style-fall-coffee-cart/feed/ 0 23542 https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-beach-bag-essentials https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/#respond Fri, 03 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22712 Few things are as enjoyable as enjoying the sunshine with your family during a day at the beach. One of my favorite activities to do as a family during the summer months is going to the beach. But before you put on your flip-flops, pack up the car, and go, make sure you have everything...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/summer-beach-bag-essentials/feed/ 0 22712 https://mommy-diary.com/fall-charcuterie-cheese-board/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fall-charcuterie-cheese-board https://mommy-diary.com/fall-charcuterie-cheese-board/#respond Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23849 Oh, I can already feel the cozy autumn vibes in the air! As the leaves start to change color, it’s time to embrace all things fall, including updating your charcuterie board game. With Halloween parties and friendsgivings just around the corner, now is the perfect time to sharpen those charcuterie skills and create a cheese...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/fall-charcuterie-cheese-board/feed/ 0 23849 https://mommy-diary.com/10-summer-essential-oil-blends/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-summer-essential-oil-blends https://mommy-diary.com/10-summer-essential-oil-blends/#respond Mon, 29 May 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22825 Are you looking for a fun and easy way to bring the summer vibes into your home? Look no further than essential oils! I love experimenting with different essential oil blends for each season, and summer is no exception. Not only do these blends make your home smell amazing, but they also have the power...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/10-summer-essential-oil-blends/feed/ 0 22825 https://mommy-diary.com/pumpkin-cream-cold-brew-recipe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pumpkin-cream-cold-brew-recipe https://mommy-diary.com/pumpkin-cream-cold-brew-recipe/#respond Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:00:20 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23544 As a busy mom of four, sometimes self-care looks like a cup of delicious coffee at home. Today I’m sharing a delicious pumpkin cream cold brew recipe you can make right from your kitchen to celebrate fall.  Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Recipe  INGREDIENTS:  1 cup heavy whipping cream ½ cup sweetened condensed milk 2 teaspoons...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/pumpkin-cream-cold-brew-recipe/feed/ 0 23544 https://mommy-diary.com/peach-oats-breakfast-shake/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=peach-oats-breakfast-shake https://mommy-diary.com/peach-oats-breakfast-shake/#respond Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:33:52 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23298 When the kids go back to school, my priority in the morning is to make a quick and healthy breakfast. I love incorporating oats into our breakfast because they’re so filling and give my kids the energy they need for school! This peach breakfast shake is so yummy and takes 5 minutes to make. Easy...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/peach-oats-breakfast-shake/feed/ 0 23298 https://mommy-diary.com/diy-race-car-themed-birthday-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=diy-race-car-themed-birthday-party https://mommy-diary.com/diy-race-car-themed-birthday-party/#respond Fri, 13 Aug 2021 05:26:59 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=23208 Recently we celebrated my son’s 5th birthday. He’s obsessed with cars right now, so we threw him a race car themed birthday party! I’ve pulled together some tips on how to create an elevated yet kid-friendly themed party. DIY Race Car Themed Birthday Party Create Your Color Scheme When thinking of a color scheme for...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/diy-race-car-themed-birthday-party/feed/ 0 23208 https://mommy-diary.com/my-favorite-amazon-home-kitchen-gadgets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-favorite-amazon-home-kitchen-gadgets https://mommy-diary.com/my-favorite-amazon-home-kitchen-gadgets/#respond Fri, 30 Jul 2021 21:09:01 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22872 After my recent move, I wanted to refresh some kitchen gadgets in my home. I’ve used them for many years and they were in need of a refresh! I made a quick roundup of my recent favorite home kitchen gadgets from Amazon in case you too, are in need of a refresh. I’ve learned from...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/my-favorite-amazon-home-kitchen-gadgets/feed/ 0 22872 https://mommy-diary.com/inspirational-quotes-for-your-phone/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=inspirational-quotes-for-your-phone https://mommy-diary.com/inspirational-quotes-for-your-phone/#respond Fri, 26 Mar 2021 05:45:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=21720 Inspirational Quotes For Your Phone I’ve always loved inspirational quotes as wallpaper on my phone. It serves as a gentle reminder to be grateful throughout my day. Whether you like neutrals, colors, or graphics, I have a quote for you below. Neutral inspirational quotes for your phone wallpaper Colorful inspirational quotes for your phone wallpaper...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/inspirational-quotes-for-your-phone/feed/ 0 21720