Labor Day has come and gone and with it comes Pumpkin Spice everything, sweaters, and boots…..well eventually. It’s still rather warm outside and will be for some time. So don’t unpack those boots just yet and take a little time to pamper yourself (and maybe your little ones)—you deserve it.
Infertility Support – Get to Know Vios Fertility Institute
Infertility is one of the most difficult situations for OB/Gyns to tackle with their patients. It is deeply
Staying Cool with Local Treats!
And just like that, summer is almost over and it brought the heat and plenty of fun. We have had some
Flying with Kids / Kara’s Tips
I have earned some serious frequent flyer miles over the last 8 years flying back and forth from Milwaukee to Boston and pretty much consider myself an expert in flying with one to two kids. I’m afraid to say though, I can’t offer you much advice if you have three […]
Backpacking with kids.
I have always been a nature girl. I love the outdoors and discovering all the wonderful things our green Earth has to offer. To experience that in a new way, I have been wanting to go backpacking for years. But I decided 2018 was my year and nothing was going […]
Kids in the kitchen // for all ages
I was so tired of cooking the same couple of things for Reilly for dinner (Chicken Nuggets, HotDogs, Pizza,
A fun evening with 10eleven Photography
Ohhh! You guys! I have been just so excited to share our photos with you from 10eleven Photography! A little backstory. The Lake Country Mom has grown this year. We added to our blogging team. We have some incredible women who help make The Lake Country Mom all that it is. […]
the good things: a blog series
Often today in the news we see the bad stuff. The hurt. The crimes. The sadness. The struggles. There is good, but we need MORE. I know for certain that [you] have a story for us. Each week we will feature a submitted story by [you, our readers].
simple ideas to increase your home value
Be informed and be prepared. Great advice for success in most things, including getting top dollar out of
Aaaaah, Lemon. How do I love thee, let me count the ways.
Aaaaah, Lemon. How do I love thee, let me count the ways. Sliced on top of some fish, then tossed in the grill with some olive oil, salt and may be a sprig if fresh herbs. Or mixed with balsamic vinegar, basil, garlic and basted onto boneless, skinless chicken breast […]
Raising an Old Soul
This weekend we celebrated my son Colton’s 6th birthday. Whoa, where did the time go? I cannot believe he is six and going to be in 1st grade next year. When Colton was two my grandfather passed away – Alzheimers had taken him from us years before he passed away. […]
IKEA Oak Creek is NOW OPEN!
Anxious to see what’s going on inside the Oak Creek IKEA store? Yeah, we were too, until we got to see it! Lucky for us, we were invited to a special press preview event and learned ALL OF THE THINGS and saw ALL OF THE THINGS! And let me tell […]
dear postpartum self
Five years ago, I had my son. It was the most amazing and life transforming event that I have experienced. But to say that the first few months were hard with a newborn would be an under statement. I truly believe society fails postpartum women; there is so little physical […]
5 reasons to shop lovely
Do you dream of a home filled with beautiful and unique items? Where can you find the most fabulous gifts? How can where you shop make a difference in the community? Here is my short list of reasons to spend your time and money shopping at our lovely lake country […]
easy substitutes for your chaotic life
I don’t know about you, but I don’t always have dinner planned when I get home each night. Between
a cup of warm creamy soup : mushroom bisque
Well, it’s finally starting to feel like Spring and wouldn’t you know it – I get a Spring cold!
April Beauty Favorites by Liz
I’m so excited to be writing my first blog! I am challenging myself to step outside of my comfort zone this year, so thank you for joining me on my journey and thank you to Rachel for giving me this opportunity!
Let’s breakdown how the new tax bill impacts homeownership
Breaking Down How the New Tax Bill Impacts Homeownership What is with these new tax laws? Are you wondering how they affect you or if they do? We asked the ladies over at Team Trimble to help us out! With the most significant tax overhaul in more than 30 years […]
The Value of a Dollar | a sweet lesson
My husband and I married last April and along with getting him for the rest of my life, I also became a step-mom to his daughters—Violet, 11 and Samantha, 8. They have been a part of my life for three and a half years now and I’m learning as I go how […]
Be kind to yourself and be selfish.
Before I get into my first blog post for The Lake Country Mom, I just want to say how thankful and blessed I feel to be a contributor. It is amazing when women can rally together and support one another with no judgement, and I am proud to be a […]