The Day A Baby Accidentally Fell Out Of My Vajayjay.

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It’s World Prematurity Awareness Day, so I’m sharing my story again.  Spoiler alert:  he’s almost 3 now.  But our story is pretty crazy and I’ll never forget the journey.  I hope you enjoy it too. This time last year, I was in exactly the same place I am today for Thanksgiving.  Except I was about 4 […]

Boy Mom In The Girls Department. The 5 Stages of Grief.

Boy mom in the girls department: the 5 stages of grief - @toulousentonic

*post contains affiliate links I’m the mom of 2 precious, crazay little boys who take their mission to teach me patience very, very seriously. But growing up, I always wanted daughters because I had only sisters and I love all that girly stuff – the dresses, the hair, the makeup, the ballet lessons … I would never in a second trade […]

Lalaloopsy Diaper Surprise

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Now this a product worth pooping on. Lalaloopsy Diaper Surprise.  Yes, that’s right – this baby is better than yours.  This one shits jewelry. Need proof?  Watch the commercial.

I’m With Monica Lewinsky

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I never thought I’d say this but I’m PROUD of Monica Lewinsky.  Not for what she did back when she was 22 years old, although I can forgive that (and all the best reasons are summed up in this post by Baby Sideburns). We ALL did stupid things we’re ashamed of and didn’t want the […]

My Today Show Appearance

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I can’t believe I was on The Today Show.  I mean, on their website.  I was thisclose to Matt and Savannah and Al — oh Al, you’re such a crackup.  I mean, look at this photo.  I could just reach out and touch each and every one of their likenesses if I could make my […]

Sexy Halloween Costumes for Moms

Sexy Halloween Costumes for moms - Toulouse & Tonic

Heat up any party of one with these sexy Halloween costumes for moms! No time to shop for a costume for yourself now that you have your own Elsa, Anna, Olaf and Ninja Turtle to dress?  No problem.  These costumes are completely DIY.  In fact, you’re probably ready right now! *post may contain affiliate links […]

How To Give Your Kids an Old Fashioned Halloween

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Miss the Halloweens of your youth? Give your kids an old-fashioned Halloween! I love Halloween but I have to admit, it’s not what it used to be (even in my straws full of plain old refined sugar). When I was a young ‘un, we ran wild in the streets in unsupervised packs. We tilted our […]

3 Facts About Kids That Will Save You Tons of Money

3 things to know about having kids that will save you tons of money - Toulouse & Tonic

Allow me to save you some money by giving you the benefit of my financial wisdom after having 2 children.  Believe me, I’ve made the mistakes (some of them twice) and my wallet is empty.  Here are some ways you can avoid the same mistakes and keep your money for things they’ll actually need. 1. […]