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No-Fail Meringue Recipe

May 26, 2013 By Jelli 5 Comments

chocolate meringue pie your homebased mom

Chances are, you’ve had an epic fail with meringue some time in your baking past. I know I have, and it hasn’t just been once or twice. Costa Rica’s high humidity combined with warm temperatures (and no AC) means pulling off successful meringue is a culinary miracle of sorts.This no-fail meringue recipe worked beautifully for… 

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Filed Under: Recipes, tips Tagged With: Pies and Tarts

Preparing Your Toddler for Potty Training // Mommy-Brain Mixer

May 15, 2013 By Jelli 19 Comments

preparing for potty training

It’s true, our 18 month-old is potty trained. She rarely has accidents, and keeps her little pink Dora panties dry all day long. She wears thick training pants and plastic covers for naps and cloth diapers at night, but let me tell you that having a fuss-free day with no bulky diaper bag to tote… 

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Pizza Box Painting // Mommy-Brain Mixer

May 8, 2013 By Jelli 11 Comments

pizza box finger painting

Have you ever wanted to finger paint with your child but been hesitant of the mess? Try using a pizza box to keep all your supplies & inevitable splatters contained. Summer & I painted for the first time ever last week, and the pizza box worked like a charm… if you don’t consider the time… 

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Tips for Visiting the US Embassy in Costa Rica

April 29, 2013 By Jelli Leave a Comment

Last Friday, my family went to the US Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica for the seemingly hundredth time. As an experienced US Embassy visitor now, I know the ins and outs of making your visit quick, efficient, and effective. If you count visiting while pregnant, toting along a toddler & in the company of… 

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Homemade Natural Peanut Butter

April 27, 2013 By Jelli 11 Comments

natural peanut butter recipe no oil

It’s a breeze to make peanut butter at home. Not only is homemade natural peanut butter tastier than it’s grocery store counterparts, but it’s also got a very short list of ingredients. Let’s learn how to make your own simple, delicious ONE ingredient natural peanut butter. This peanut butter does not separate or require stirring… 

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Filed Under: natural family, Recipes, tips Tagged With: healthy eats

6 Steps to Baby’s Good Night’s Sleep

April 22, 2013 By Jelli 11 Comments

6 Step Baby Bedtime Routine- Help your baby fall asleep fast! #parenting #baby| Jellibean Journals

Who else wants more sleep? Nighttime sleep can be evasive with a baby in the house. Many parents struggle upwards of a year coaxing their little ones nightly into sporadic stints of slumber. Help your child get to sleep faster, and win yourself some much-needed shut eye by gleaning a few tips from our effective… 

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Training Pants Best Fit Guide

April 20, 2013 By Jelli Leave a Comment

flannel lamb waterproof training pants

Getting a good fit for your toddler’s training pants is crucial. Too tight at the waist means the child won’t be able to slide them off quickly. Too big means your munchkin resembles your friendly neighborhood plumber. Achieving a comfortably secure fit isn’t always as easy as it sounds. Trust me, we’ve got 4 brands… 

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Cloth Diaper Confession: I Wash with Tide

April 15, 2013 By Jelli 26 Comments

I know, I know, most of you cloth diapering experts are shaking your fingers at me right now, after just having read the title. It’s true. I confess. I wash my cloth diapers in Tide detergent. It hasn’t always been that way, but Tide works for me. *Post not in any way sponsored/compensated by Tide…. 

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Get Your Travel On // Patchwork Waltz

April 13, 2013 By Jelli 2 Comments

Every weekend you’re privy to to my favorite posts of the week. It’s a hodgepodge mix of things that make me grin, simplify life, or make your palette sing. If you’re up for a few good reads, pour yourself a steaming cup of java, waltz around, & check them out. Free Life Planner Printables Get… 

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Filed Under: tips Tagged With: links i love

Combatting Newborn Scratches // Mommy-Brain Mixer

March 20, 2013 By Jelli 14 Comments

New parents usually find out they have a lot to learn as soon as their blessing baby arrives on the scene. For us, that was especially true. I mean, Summer Elizabeth was born to a mama who’d never ever held a child under 2 years old, let alone change a diaper. Now you see why… 

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Filed Under: mommyhood, tips Tagged With: Baby, mommy brain mixer

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Hi, I'm Jelli! I snagged the best guy around, birthed four tiny kidlets, scribble down too many dessert recipes, love Jesus, and grow veggies in my front yard. Read More…

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