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How to Take Better Family Travel Photos

Sep 27, 2018

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Tips for Flying with Toddlers and Little Kids without Losing Your Mind

Sep 23, 2018

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Sep 23, 2018

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Why You Should Travel with Your Kids Even Though It's Kind of A Pain

Sep 11, 2018

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10 Tips for Recovering from Long Travel Days

Aug 29, 2018

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Bento Box and School Lunch Ideas for Kids

Aug 22, 2018

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What to Wear for Disney World in Summer

Aug 13, 2018

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how to make a chore chart for little kids

Jul 27, 2018

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creating my summer capsule wardrobe as a stay-at-home-mom

Jun 15, 2018

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Jun 15, 2018

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create a summer bucket list with your kids

Jun 8, 2018

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Jun 8, 2018

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what to pack for a beach day with toddlers

Jun 5, 2018

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Jun 5, 2018

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how to earn extra cash fast

May 31, 2018

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May 31, 2018

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May 31, 2018

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a little life update

May 23, 2018

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May 23, 2018

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May 23, 2018

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lewis's first year

Apr 30, 2018

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Apr 30, 2018

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things I wish I had known before my first C-section (plus some recovery tips)

Apr 21, 2018

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Apr 21, 2018

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LILLEbaby Airflow Complete Review (or how I survived my first year as a mom of three)

Apr 5, 2018

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Apr 5, 2018

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how to connect with your kids when you hate playing toys

Apr 4, 2018

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Apr 4, 2018

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how to break the mommy martyr cycle

Feb 21, 2018

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Feb 21, 2018

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best at-home teeth whitening system for busy moms

Feb 15, 2018

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Feb 15, 2018

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30 fun things to do while I'm 30 years old

Feb 7, 2018

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tips for pumping a stash of breastmilk for a night away

Feb 6, 2018

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the most comfortable travel outfit

Jan 19, 2018

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things all moms of young kids can relate to

Jan 17, 2018

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true confessions of a mom and her guilt

Jan 9, 2018

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finding my momiform

Dec 11, 2017

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10 outside-the-box gift ideas for little kids (plus some stocking stuffers!)

Nov 20, 2017

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holiday game plan

Nov 15, 2017

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on keeping kids quiet at church + what's in our church quiet bag

Nov 10, 2017

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what to pack in your hospital bag for a c-section

Apr 13, 2017

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third trimester must haves

Apr 6, 2017

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to the disappointed mom preparing for a c-section

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emily krause

Hola! I'm Emily Krause, wife to Justin, mama to Pippa, Teddy, and Lewis. I love health + fitness, writing about motherhood, travel, and the Spanish language. So happy you're here!

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Taking kids on a press trip be like... 🙆🏼‍♀️ Ok, seriously my kids did GREAT this weekend. They were very patient on our long tours, they slept well in the hotel room, and they even kind of behaved at fancy brunch. At the same time, I can’t begin to count how many times I said, “Do we use loud voices or soft voices?” And “I know you’re still hungry Teddy. Please be patient, we’re getting food soon.” Or the amount of times I used that passive aggressive whisper-yell you only use with your spouse when the kids are driving you both nuts and you have to somehow make it through a stressful situation with three wild children. (Like when you call each other “honey” but you’re actually being kind of rude). But all in all it was an amazing weekend. Our tour guides and pr contacts were so incredibly patient, kind, and helpful. I can see our kids getting better at travel with each little trip. It was also our own special brand of crazy, but I wouldn’t change it for the world. I love that I got to experience this Miami Cultural weekend with my whole family. (P.S. check my stories and highlights for behind the scenes on some of the fun we had!!!)

Breakfast with a view. 🥞

Soaking up all the warmth and sunshine we can before heading north for Christmas!

Breakfast with a view. 🥞 Soaking up all the warmth and sunshine we can before heading north for Christmas!

Good morning, Miami Beach!

Good morning, Miami Beach!

Just spend the last 2 days backing up and deleting pictures off my laptop because the sheer amount I take is ridiculous and my computer was over it. This might need to be a weekly thing instead of a biannual thing.

Side note: would love to upgrade my camera someday, but when I do it will be bittersweet. I’ve had my Nikon D3100 since before we had kids and it’s like an extension of me!

Just spend the last 2 days backing up and deleting pictures off my laptop because the sheer amount I take is ridiculous and my computer was over it. This might need to be a weekly thing instead of a biannual thing. Side note: would love to upgrade my camera someday, but when I do it will be bittersweet. I’ve had my Nikon D3100 since before we had kids and it’s like an extension of me!

“Mommy, a lot of my friends have nicer things than me.” I was not expecting to have the jealousy and contentment talk so soon with my sweet girl. I let her know that I sometimes feel like that, too. And that when I feel that way I remember all the things I DO have, and all the amazing experiences we’ve had, and I forget to be jealous.

I helped her list some things she is grateful to have and things she’s happy she got to do. I’m not sure the message fully sank in, but then again my heart’s not always perfectly content either.

I hope I can be an example to her of gratitude. Anyone else having these conversations with their kids lately?

“Mommy, a lot of my friends have nicer things than me.” I was not expecting to have the jealousy and contentment talk so soon with my sweet girl. I let her know that I sometimes feel like that, too. And that when I feel that way I remember all the things I DO have, and all the amazing experiences we’ve had, and I forget to be jealous. I helped her list some things she is grateful to have and things she’s happy she got to do. I’m not sure the message fully sank in, but then again my heart’s not always perfectly content either. I hope I can be an example to her of gratitude. Anyone else having these conversations with their kids lately?

Getting to spend time with family this weekend was definitely worth braving the cold for.

We said goodbye to my grandma in a beautiful service where we got to share treasured memories and celebrate her eternal life in heaven. What a blessing to have people in our lives we love and cherish. I’m so thankful I was able to make it to Milwaukee for the weekend to be with family. 💕

Getting to spend time with family this weekend was definitely worth braving the cold for. We said goodbye to my grandma in a beautiful service where we got to share treasured memories and celebrate her eternal life in heaven. What a blessing to have people in our lives we love and cherish. I’m so thankful I was able to make it to Milwaukee for the weekend to be with family. 💕

My Key West Family Travel Guide is up on the blog! It’s got some great tips for visiting the Florida Keys and some fun family photos of our time there. I’ll share some of our favorite spots in my stories and, of course, the link is my bio. Anyone planning a trip to the Florida Keys? Or hoping to get there someday? I want to hear! ⬇️

My Key West Family Travel Guide is up on the blog! It’s got some great tips for visiting the Florida Keys and some fun family photos of our time there. I’ll share some of our favorite spots in my stories and, of course, the link is my bio. Anyone planning a trip to the Florida Keys? Or hoping to get there someday? I want to hear! ⬇️

No matter how busy life gets, I’ll always have time for a hot chocolate and a chat with you ✨

No matter how busy life gets, I’ll always have time for a hot chocolate and a chat with you ✨

Hop on a cross-country flight with 3 kids by myself? No problem.

Let my kid paint for 10 minutes? Stressville: population me.

Hop on a cross-country flight with 3 kids by myself? No problem. Let my kid paint for 10 minutes? Stressville: population me.

Call me crazy, but I’ll almost always be a fan of the cheesy tourist spot. (Also, was really tempted to hop on a boat and head to Cuba...)

Call me crazy, but I’ll almost always be a fan of the cheesy tourist spot. (Also, was really tempted to hop on a boat and head to Cuba...)

Do something scary!

Fellow moms: when was the last time you did something truly scary or exhilarating? (Besides change a really terrifying diaper?) As a college student I went bungee jumping, rappelling down waterfalls, ziplining over the rainforest, and climbed through caves filled with bats. As a mom, those opportunities don’t come up as often.

One of my favorite parts about travel is trying something new that makes me scared or nervous. I always feel so empowered and alive afterward! Snorkeling in the Dry Tortugas was definitely outside my comfort zone (breathing through a tube freaks me out) but it was such a cool experience.

Trust me. You’ll feel 10 years younger after doing something scary and it always energizes me to go back and live my everyday life with gusto. You don’t need to go far to get this feeling! Start small in your own town and try a new cuisine, a new sport, or even a new exercise class.
Routine is great and we all need it to some degree. Breaking out of that routine occasionally to try something scary- that’s when the magic happens.

Do something scary! Fellow moms: when was the last time you did something truly scary or exhilarating? (Besides change a really terrifying diaper?) As a college student I went bungee jumping, rappelling down waterfalls, ziplining over the rainforest, and climbed through caves filled with bats. As a mom, those opportunities don’t come up as often. One of my favorite parts about travel is trying something new that makes me scared or nervous. I always feel so empowered and alive afterward! Snorkeling in the Dry Tortugas was definitely outside my comfort zone (breathing through a tube freaks me out) but it was such a cool experience. Trust me. You’ll feel 10 years younger after doing something scary and it always energizes me to go back and live my everyday life with gusto. You don’t need to go far to get this feeling! Start small in your own town and try a new cuisine, a new sport, or even a new exercise class. Routine is great and we all need it to some degree. Breaking out of that routine occasionally to try something scary- that’s when the magic happens.

In grade school and high school I *dreamed* of being a writer or famous author like Ernest Hemingway. His life just always seemed so glamorous.

Now I realize the reality behind the glamour, but it was still SO COOL to visit his home in Key West. (And who knew he had such great taste in decor?) Pippa did NOT care about Hemingway, but she was very interested in the cats roaming the property.

Anyway, just totally geeked out about that and visiting his home reignited my passion for reading and writing.

In grade school and high school I *dreamed* of being a writer or famous author like Ernest Hemingway. His life just always seemed so glamorous. Now I realize the reality behind the glamour, but it was still SO COOL to visit his home in Key West. (And who knew he had such great taste in decor?) Pippa did NOT care about Hemingway, but she was very interested in the cats roaming the property. Anyway, just totally geeked out about that and visiting his home reignited my passion for reading and writing.

Dear Florida winter: thank you for letting me wear my 3 long sleeved shirts and my cute winter hats. Much appreciated. Also, thanks for reminding me what a wimp I’ve become since moving from Minnesota. Sincerely, Freezing in Florida.

Dear Florida winter: thank you for letting me wear my 3 long sleeved shirts and my cute winter hats. Much appreciated. Also, thanks for reminding me what a wimp I’ve become since moving from Minnesota. Sincerely, Freezing in Florida.

Teddy is my anxious little guy. Sometimes that means travel is even more stressful for us AND for him. But I love that he’s learning to face situations that scare him while we’re right by his side to help and encourage, or to hug him and comfort him if he’s just not ready.

Traveling with a sensitive child has made me more aware of how situations affect everyone differently- it’s just how we’re made!

And yes, this little guy may hate loud noises, crowds, and overstimulation of any kind, but he’s always been so brave and at home in the water.

Do you have an anxious or sensitive child? Does it affect how you travel?

Teddy is my anxious little guy. Sometimes that means travel is even more stressful for us AND for him. But I love that he’s learning to face situations that scare him while we’re right by his side to help and encourage, or to hug him and comfort him if he’s just not ready. Traveling with a sensitive child has made me more aware of how situations affect everyone differently- it’s just how we’re made! And yes, this little guy may hate loud noises, crowds, and overstimulation of any kind, but he’s always been so brave and at home in the water. Do you have an anxious or sensitive child? Does it affect how you travel?

Tips for visiting the Florida Keys with kids: 🍍Stop at Robbies of Islamorada to feed the tarpons. You will be terrified. Make sure to get it on video so you can laugh at each other later.
🍍 Eat all the Key Lime Pie you can. It is your birthright.
🍍 Get an early start to your day. The island takes awhile to wake up so you can beat the crowds by starting early.
🍍 Visit the Southernmost Point Buoy. It’s cheesy, but that’s fine. Go early in the morning to avoid lines.
🍍 Take a tour of the island- trolley tour, conch train tour, helicopter tour- whatever! It’s a great way to learn about the place you’re visiting.
🍍 Don’t miss the Mallory Square sunset celebration.
🍍 Buy the amazing tropical juice you can drink out of a pineapple in Mallory Square. It’s $8 and the kind lady will give you a refill (or 2) when your kids suck it down in 10 seconds flat.
🍍 Take a million pictures of the colorful city.
🍍 Enjoy being on island time and RELAX!

I’m writing a full guide to the Florida Keys for the blog soon! Anything else you want covered? Have you been? Do you want to visit?

Tips for visiting the Florida Keys with kids: 🍍Stop at Robbies of Islamorada to feed the tarpons. You will be terrified. Make sure to get it on video so you can laugh at each other later. 🍍 Eat all the Key Lime Pie you can. It is your birthright. 🍍 Get an early start to your day. The island takes awhile to wake up so you can beat the crowds by starting early. 🍍 Visit the Southernmost Point Buoy. It’s cheesy, but that’s fine. Go early in the morning to avoid lines. 🍍 Take a tour of the island- trolley tour, conch train tour, helicopter tour- whatever! It’s a great way to learn about the place you’re visiting. 🍍 Don’t miss the Mallory Square sunset celebration. 🍍 Buy the amazing tropical juice you can drink out of a pineapple in Mallory Square. It’s $8 and the kind lady will give you a refill (or 2) when your kids suck it down in 10 seconds flat. 🍍 Take a million pictures of the colorful city. 🍍 Enjoy being on island time and RELAX! I’m writing a full guide to the Florida Keys for the blog soon! Anything else you want covered? Have you been? Do you want to visit?

We were pleasantly surprised by how well this little guy did on the 2.5 hour boat ride to the Dry Tortugas. Also, for some reason he’ll sleep and sit nicely for his dad, but act like Donny from Wild Thornberries for me. They’re always worst for Mom, right? (Say yes and make me feel better).

We were pleasantly surprised by how well this little guy did on the 2.5 hour boat ride to the Dry Tortugas. Also, for some reason he’ll sleep and sit nicely for his dad, but act like Donny from Wild Thornberries for me. They’re always worst for Mom, right? (Say yes and make me feel better).

Breakfast with a view. 🥞

Soaking up all the warmth and sunshine we can before heading north for Christmas!

Good morning, Miami Beach!

Just spend the last 2 days backing up and deleting pictures off my laptop because the sheer amount I take is ridiculous and my computer was over it. This might need to be a weekly thing instead of a biannual thing.

Side note: would love to upgrade my camera someday, but when I do it will be bittersweet. I’ve had my Nikon D3100 since before we had kids and it’s like an extension of me!

“Mommy, a lot of my friends have nicer things than me.” I was not expecting to have the jealousy and contentment talk so soon with my sweet girl. I let her know that I sometimes feel like that, too. And that when I feel that way I remember all the things I DO have, and all the amazing experiences we’ve had, and I forget to be jealous.

I helped her list some things she is grateful to have and things she’s happy she got to do. I’m not sure the message fully sank in, but then again my heart’s not always perfectly content either.

I hope I can be an example to her of gratitude. Anyone else having these conversations with their kids lately?

Getting to spend time with family this weekend was definitely worth braving the cold for.

We said goodbye to my grandma in a beautiful service where we got to share treasured memories and celebrate her eternal life in heaven. What a blessing to have people in our lives we love and cherish. I’m so thankful I was able to make it to Milwaukee for the weekend to be with family. 💕

My Key West Family Travel Guide is up on the blog! It’s got some great tips for visiting the Florida Keys and some fun family photos of our time there. I’ll share some of our favorite spots in my stories and, of course, the link is my bio. Anyone planning a trip to the Florida Keys? Or hoping to get there someday? I want to hear! ⬇️

No matter how busy life gets, I’ll always have time for a hot chocolate and a chat with you ✨

Hop on a cross-country flight with 3 kids by myself? No problem.

Let my kid paint for 10 minutes? Stressville: population me.

Call me crazy, but I’ll almost always be a fan of the cheesy tourist spot. (Also, was really tempted to hop on a boat and head to Cuba...)

Do something scary!

Fellow moms: when was the last time you did something truly scary or exhilarating? (Besides change a really terrifying diaper?) As a college student I went bungee jumping, rappelling down waterfalls, ziplining over the rainforest, and climbed through caves filled with bats. As a mom, those opportunities don’t come up as often.

One of my favorite parts about travel is trying something new that makes me scared or nervous. I always feel so empowered and alive afterward! Snorkeling in the Dry Tortugas was definitely outside my comfort zone (breathing through a tube freaks me out) but it was such a cool experience.

Trust me. You’ll feel 10 years younger after doing something scary and it always energizes me to go back and live my everyday life with gusto. You don’t need to go far to get this feeling! Start small in your own town and try a new cuisine, a new sport, or even a new exercise class.
Routine is great and we all need it to some degree. Breaking out of that routine occasionally to try something scary- that’s when the magic happens.

In grade school and high school I *dreamed* of being a writer or famous author like Ernest Hemingway. His life just always seemed so glamorous.

Now I realize the reality behind the glamour, but it was still SO COOL to visit his home in Key West. (And who knew he had such great taste in decor?) Pippa did NOT care about Hemingway, but she was very interested in the cats roaming the property.

Anyway, just totally geeked out about that and visiting his home reignited my passion for reading and writing.

Dear Florida winter: thank you for letting me wear my 3 long sleeved shirts and my cute winter hats. Much appreciated. Also, thanks for reminding me what a wimp I’ve become since moving from Minnesota. Sincerely, Freezing in Florida.

Teddy is my anxious little guy. Sometimes that means travel is even more stressful for us AND for him. But I love that he’s learning to face situations that scare him while we’re right by his side to help and encourage, or to hug him and comfort him if he’s just not ready.

Traveling with a sensitive child has made me more aware of how situations affect everyone differently- it’s just how we’re made!

And yes, this little guy may hate loud noises, crowds, and overstimulation of any kind, but he’s always been so brave and at home in the water.

Do you have an anxious or sensitive child? Does it affect how you travel?

Tips for visiting the Florida Keys with kids: 🍍Stop at Robbies of Islamorada to feed the tarpons. You will be terrified. Make sure to get it on video so you can laugh at each other later.
🍍 Eat all the Key Lime Pie you can. It is your birthright.
🍍 Get an early start to your day. The island takes awhile to wake up so you can beat the crowds by starting early.
🍍 Visit the Southernmost Point Buoy. It’s cheesy, but that’s fine. Go early in the morning to avoid lines.
🍍 Take a tour of the island- trolley tour, conch train tour, helicopter tour- whatever! It’s a great way to learn about the place you’re visiting.
🍍 Don’t miss the Mallory Square sunset celebration.
🍍 Buy the amazing tropical juice you can drink out of a pineapple in Mallory Square. It’s $8 and the kind lady will give you a refill (or 2) when your kids suck it down in 10 seconds flat.
🍍 Take a million pictures of the colorful city.
🍍 Enjoy being on island time and RELAX!

I’m writing a full guide to the Florida Keys for the blog soon! Anything else you want covered? Have you been? Do you want to visit?

We were pleasantly surprised by how well this little guy did on the 2.5 hour boat ride to the Dry Tortugas. Also, for some reason he’ll sleep and sit nicely for his dad, but act like Donny from Wild Thornberries for me. They’re always worst for Mom, right? (Say yes and make me feel better).

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