Author: Jessica Lieb

Jessica is an experienced NC-based travel agent who specializes in family travel. She helps families plan memorable trips to Disney, Universal, All-Inclusive Resorts, Cruises, and International trips. She is responsible for B Honest Media’s editorial direction and growth. She has covered parenting for over 13 years, focusing on product reviews and recommendations, travel, and parenting tips.

birth stories

Simon’s Birth Story

Simon Edward Lieb November 3, 2012 10lbs 2oz 22.5in At 10 days past my due date you could say I was more than ready to have this baby. At my last OB appt we scheduled an induction for Tuesday, November 6th, the last possible day before I hit 42 weeks. I really didn’t want to…

Baby & Toddler | Pregnancy

Welcome Baby! Simon Edward

Simon Edward joined our family on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 5:08 am 10lbs. 2oz. 22.5 in. Everyone is home and doing well. Birth story to come.

Baby & Toddler | Pregnancy

Pregnancy Update: Wednesday Should be a Good Day

I have an induction scheduled for this coming Tuesday morning, election day. So hopefully by Wednesday I will be holding my sweet little babe in my arms… and all the election campaigning will be over! I went to my 41 week appointment this week, they did a non-stress test on baby 3 and he appears…

FAMILY | NORTH CAROLINA

Marbles Kid’s Museum New Enrichment Programs

Marbles Kid’s Museum in Raleigh is offering several new enrichment programs for young children. I’m very excited because we just signed Jude up for one of the upcoming Little Kids Classes. Little Kids Learn is a new series of classes where preschoolers can explore art, science, music and more—the Marbles way, through PLAY! Make scientific…

FAMILY | recipes

Making Taco-roni with Jude + Chef Boyardee Cook-Along

The other day for lunch Jude and I made Taco-roni. Taco-roni is Chef Boyardee Beefaroni combined with tomatoes, black beans and corn, topped with cheese and crunchy tortilla chips for a taco-inspired dish. He loves pasta and he loves tacos so I thought he might like this recipe. To be honest I was a little…

FAMILY

Neighborhood Toy Store Day

We love our local toy store. It’s our go-to location when we need to get out of the house. I love that the store is small and intimate with friendly customer service. It’s our neighborhood toy store and we love it. That is why I’m excited about the upcoming Neighborhood Toy Store Day on Saturday,…

FAMILY | Jude Aidan Lieb

School Pictures

Last week Jude has his very 1st school pictures ever. Needless to say I’m sold…

GIVEAWAYS

Prepare for Cold Season with Seventh Generation

There is a chill in the air. It’s officially fall and cold season is upon us. No on likes to be sick but mom especially hate to see their family get sick. So we do everything we can to help prevent the spread of germs. I’m constantly wiping down all of the surfaces we frequently…

FAMILY | kids

Halloween Costumes that keep on giving

Jude was Spider-man last Halloween. We got him a store bought costume which was perfect for the evening but when he wanted to wear it every day it started to fall apart. I mended the tears as best I could but eventually it was just too far gone. Being that it was cheaply made in…

Baby & Toddler | Pregnancy

Pregnancy Update: 40 weeks

Yesterday was my Due Date. It came and went without a baby being born. I also had my 40 week check-up with the OB yesterday. The doctor checked me and said I was 3 cm dilated and 50% effaced. She also stripped my membranes. I had some pretty noticeable and uncomfortable contractions yesterday but nothing…

REVIEWS

Get Paid to be a Personal Shopper

Do you like to shop? Do your friends trust your style? Did you know that you can earn money to be a personal shopper with the SHOP YOUR WAY Personal Shopper Program? About the SHOP YOUR WAY Personal Shopper Program Sign Up to become a Personal Shopper – It’s Free! Invite Your Friends – Invite…

GIVEAWAYS

Fall Back with Energizer + Giveaway

November 4th is Daylight Savings it is also the 25th anniversary of the annual Change Your Clock Change Your Battery® program. Energizer and International Association of Fire Chiefs are working with local fire departments to help raise awareness of the importance of properly working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Did you know that 24%…