About Amanda H.

Amanda is a 'townie' who graduated from both high school and college in Bloomington. After graduating from IU in 2011, Amanda married her husband, Seth, and they decided to raise their family in the town they both love. These days Amanda is mom to two girls, ages 3 and 8 months. After the birth of her 2nd daughter Amanda decided to leave the world of property management and start a new career path that better fit her family lifestyle. Amanda is currently enjoying working at daycare with her daughters and exploring options for her future. In her spare time, Amanda is passionate about helping local moms feel connected and supported. She also loves tackling DIY projects with her husband, refinishing furniture, working in the garden, writing, and spending time with friends and family.

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Kids Night In Box Review

By Amanda H. on August 19, 2018 in Entertainment and Activities, Sponsored

In our house, manners are important, but not easy to come by. My girls are pretty good at please and thank you. But, set them at the table and our little princesses turn into little ogres. Slurping drinks, burping, fighting over space...the list goes on! The Mind Your Manners Kid's Night In Box to the [...]

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5 Things I learned When I Stopped The Self Hate

By Amanda H. on July 29, 2018 in Beauty and Fashion, Health and Fitness

In today's world, it's easy to get caught up in other people's seemingly perfect looks. On the surface, we know that the airbrushed model isn't real, but for some reason, we keep holding ourselves to that impossible standard. After I had my first daughter I decided the self-hate needed to stop. She'll have a lifetime [...]

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When It’s Not “Just a Phase”

By Amanda H. on May 6, 2018 in Mental and Emotional Health, Motherhood, Parenthood

As moms, we often reach out to our friends to ask "is this normal behavior?" Whether the topic is sleeping, eating, or potty training, you'll most likely get a sympathetic response stating it's just a phase, and we've all been there. Sometimes that is true, and it is just a phase. But what if your [...]

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Ask the Moms: Potty Training Basics

By Amanda H. on April 2, 2018 in Childcare and Education, Motherhood, Parenthood

Are you planning to start potty training? Are you wondering if now may be the right time? Have you been potty training for awhile without success? If so, you've come to the right place! I chatted with some local moms to tackle the potty training questions that you want answered. So, grab a coffee, put [...]

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2017 Teacher Gift Guide

By Amanda H. on December 8, 2017 in Childcare and Education, DIY, Entertainment and Activities, Events

The season of gift giving is upon us! If you have a child in daycare, preschool, or beyond, you may be trying to come up with a gift their teacher will actually like. After all, they spend a lot of their time taking care of your most precious gift!

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Everything You Need to Know About Daycare

By Amanda H. on October 1, 2017 in Childcare and Education, Parenthood, Pregnancy and Postpartum

Choosing who will care for your child while you’re at work or away can be a daunting task for both new and seasoned parents. It’s important to know when to start looking for a daycare center, what questions to ask, red flags to watch out for, and the price range you can afford before you […]

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Motivating Podcasts for Moms

By Amanda H. on August 31, 2017 in Entertainment and Activities, Just for Fun, Motherhood

Podcasts are a great way to gain motivation throughout the day, and learn new things while you’re at it. You can listen in the car, while you’re doing housework, at your desk, or if you go to the gym. There are podcasts on almost any subject you can think of, just do a Google search […]

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Preparing Your Toddler For The New Baby

By Amanda H. on July 10, 2017 in Motherhood, Parenthood, Pregnancy and Postpartum, Relationships, Toddlers

Meeting baby sister for the first time Adding a new baby to your family is an exciting time filled with preparation, to do lists, and big changes. If you have a toddler at home you are most likely wondering how they will cope with the arrival of their sibling. Going from the baby to big [...]

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Summer Family Movie Fun

By Amanda H. on June 12, 2017 in Entertainment and Activities, Events, Just for Fun

Summertime is all about family fun and trying new things! And, who doesn't love a good family film? At the same time, movies can be expensive and loud. Plus, who knows what you'll see in the previews. If you're looking for some summer movie fun that is family-friendly, check out these great options. The Historic [...]

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Mother’s Day is About Time

By Amanda H. on May 13, 2017 in Mom

Mother's Day to me is not about presents or fancy meals, but about time. Every year I go with my mom and grandma to our favorite nursery, which is located in the middle of no where. We pick out the flowers and herbs we'll grow that summer. We laugh, pass along knowledge, and share our [...]

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Kids Night In Box Review

5 Things I learned When I Stopped The Self Hate

When It’s Not “Just a Phase”

Ask the Moms: Potty Training Basics

2017 Teacher Gift Guide

Everything You Need to Know About Daycare

Motivating Podcasts for Moms

Preparing Your Toddler For The New Baby

Summer Family Movie Fun

Mother’s Day is About Time

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