Natalie Minarich

It’s been pretty rainy in Chicago, so finding indoor activities to keep the kids busy has been tough. But this spring I’ve partnered with @groupon to share some great deals and fun places in our city that we’ve never visited before! #grouponpartner We took our boys to “Funtopia” over the weekend and they loved it! They had lots of fun walls for climbing, a rope course, a Ninja course and more! It was a great way for them to challenge themselves both mentally and physically, all while having a great time! We’ll definitely be visiting again and we’ll definitely be using Groupon again to find some more hidden gems within our city! Whether looking to try a new restaurant, dive into a hobby, or pamper yourself at a spa, Groupon unlocks doors you might not have considered! #familyactivities #budgetfriendly #familydayout #thingstodoinchicago #greatdeals #kidactivities #funthingstodo #exploreyourcity #discoveryourcity #familyfuntime #indooractivitiesforkids

#ad Making a quick dinner doesn’t mean you have to skimp on nutrition OR taste. With RAGÚ® Hidden Heroes pasta sauce from @walmart you can have it all! @ragu Hidden Heroes is made with your kids’ tastes in mind and includes a variety of veggies like sweet potato, pumpkin, and carrots. Captain Marinara delivers 40% of daily veggies and my kid’s personal favorite - Creamy Tomato Squad delivers 30% of daily veggies. Both flavors are made with no added sugar and Creamy Tomato Squad is made with fresh cream and real cheese! Not only can you get dinner on the table fast, but it’s a dinner your kids will enjoy and as parents, you can feel good about! #easydinners #busyparents #momsonthego #quickdinner #familydinners #easyandnutritious #dinnerforkids #busymomlife #dinnermadeeasy #pastanight #pastasauce

I’m so excited to be partnering with @Walmart to share the great benefits of having a Walmart+ membership. As a mom of four, I’m constantly looking for ways to save and with my Walmart+ membership, there are so many ways I can do that! For our family, the biggest benefits of the Walmart+ membership are free grocery delivery on orders over $35, the @paramountplus subscription* included at no extra cost and saving up to 10 cents a gallon at over 13,000 gas stations nationwide. These are just a few of the ways you can start saving with a Walmart+ membership, comment “Save” and I’ll send you the link for a 30 day free trial! *Paramount+ Essential plan only. Separately registration required. See Walmart+ Terms & Conditions #WalmartPartner #WalmartPlus #shoppingonabudget #familybudget #moneysavingmom #grocerydelivery #budgettravel #budgetingtips #smartshopping

Because sometimes you just can’t beat dinner at home! And thanks to @secondcityprime, we’ve been eating in more often and loving it! Im definitely a surf and turf girl, so the filets and lobster tails are my favorite, but they have a wide variety of meats in different cuts, as well as seafood. Ordering from their site is so easy - it’s all globally sourced, shipped from Chicago and delivered right to your door in a matter of days! Gift to someone else, or treat yourself! #datenightin #surfandturf #filetmignon #dinneridea #dinnerathome #datenightmeals #steaklover #lobstertails #dinnerprep #meatdelivery #meatlovers #chicagobased #chicagobusiness #couplesdinner

If you’re looking for an easy and cute St. Patrick’s treat this is a must try!! ☘️Leprechaun Bark 🌈 White Bakers Chocolate Food coloring (I used Watkins) Lucky Charm marshmallows After melting the chocolate and laying in out on parchment paper, quickly drop food coloring on it and run a toothpick through it (use as much dye until you get your desired color). *It it important to do this step fast so the chocolate doesn’t start to harden* Sprinkle on the marshmallows, let the chocolate harden, break into pieces and enjoy! #easytreats #chocolatebark #magicalmama #rainbowtreats #easydessert #nobakedessert #luckycharms

Spending quality time together is important, but spending quality time together in comfy pjs is even better! #hannapartner If you’ve been here for even a short while, then you probably know my love for @HannaAndersson runs deep!! I’ve been buying them for my kids for years because not only are their clothes adorable, but they last!! Not kidding when I say, I have pjs my oldest wore that my youngest still wears! Whether you’re passing on to other siblings, relatives or friends - Hanna Andersson hand me downs make everyone happy! Head to my stories to see more of my favorites from Hanna Andersson for Spring! #ad #lifeinhanna . . . . #familybreakfast #sundaybreakfast #honestparenting #motherhoodmoments #familypjs #momthoughts #breakfastathome #familymeals #qualitytimetogether #qualitytimewithfamily #qualityclothing

While I love wintertime because it’s a time to stay in and stay cozy, I’m not a fan of all the illnesses that come with it. #ad That’s why we love our @vicksdevices humidifiers - the number one brand recommended by Pediatricians.Whether to help from cold symptoms, allergies or asthma, there are sizes and features to help all families feel more comfortable. My personal favorite is the Vicks EasyCare+ Cool Mist (filter-free) humidifier. It’s perfect for small rooms, easy to fill and easy to clean because of it’s top-fill feature. It also works with both #VicksVapoPads and VapoSteam that enhance your humidification experience and help provide added comfort & relief. Having a humidifier is not only useful during cold/flu season, but a device that should be a staple in every bedroom, year-round! #vaporestrepeat #coldandfluseason #humidifier #coldseason #kidshealth #coldremedies #homemusthaves #wintermusthaves #mommusthave

So excited about this find and they were such a good price point, I decided to grab two! I’m using them in our console table for now, but I’ve thought of a couple other spots they’d be great for too - like our desk area or even the laundry room! I love how neutral they are and they’re a great size for storing household items you may want to keep hidden. #homefinds #budgetfriendly #affordablehomedecor #budgetfriendlydecor #aldifinds #neutralhomedecor #livingroomstyle #consoletable #consoletablestyling

It does go fast - even if it doesn’t always feel that way when you’re in the thick of it. I always tend to get extra emotional in the month of March, since it’s the month all my boys turn another year older 😢 There is something so bittersweet about watching them grow, but I’m definitely working on “borrowing hindsight” and trying to remember that even on the (extra) long days, there are so many beautiful memories being made. #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodintheraw #parenthoodmoments #raisingkids #lifegoesfast #cherisheverymoment #momthoughts #thesearethedays

@Stonyfield Organic YoBaby yogurt has been a staple on our grocery list for years, so when I heard they came out with a new 16 oz resealable container, I knew I had to try! #sponsored I started each of my little ones on YoBaby yogurt at six months because it’s made perfect for tiny tummies with no added sweeteners, high-quality ingredients, and no harmful pesticides. The new 16 oz size with the resealable top is so great because whether it is time for breakfast or snacks, I worry less knowing I’m not wasting, but rather getting the most value in being able to choose the correct portion size for my little one’s appetite. Find them at Target in the cooler aisle and use my link for a special offer! https://bit.ly/48KAyWl #stonyfieldyobaby #toddlerfood #babyfoodideas #firstfoods #toddlersnacks #breakfastforbaby #organicbabyfood #snackideasforkids #babyfoods #toddlerbreakfast #smoothiesforkids #healthybabyfood #momapproved