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I’m so glad you’re here. Creating My Happiness is a place for busy moms to find tips & tricks to make life easier. Whether it’s parenting, meal planning, home organization, or self-care, our mission is to help you love your life. So many moms come here hoping to make their life easier, more enjoyable. My hope is that I can show you some of the tips and tricks I have learned over the years to improve my home life. This includes how to start a side hussle or at-home business to bring in a little extra money for your family.

As a stay at home mom, we are always looking for ways to help around the home. CMH is a 100% judgement free zone. We understand that every mom is unique, and so are their kids. That’s why we share stories from real life, stuff that worked for us, and no mom shaming.

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Black Friday has some great deals, but is it really worth the hassle? Here are 6 reasons you should stay home this year.

6 Reasons to Stay Home on Black Friday

My Black Friday shopping strategy: Don't leave the house! The only thing better than scoring a great deal is scoring a great deal while still in my jammies with hot tea and leftover pie in hand. Seriously. Thanks to my social anxiety, I don't do crowds well. They make me very uncomfortable, so the internet,...

Stay Healthy This Holiday Season with These Winter Wellness Tips

The holiday season is all about spending time with family and friends. The last thing you want this time of year is a nasty cold or the flu. Luckily, there are several ways we can prevent these illnesses during the cold winter months. Follow these winter wellness tips to stay happy and healthy this holiday season....

50 Things to Do With an Extra Hour

The end of Daylight Savings Time is coming and that means we all get that hour back that we painfully gave up last spring. Rather than letting that hour go to waste, here are some things you can do to make the most of your extra hour this weekend. Sleep Read Have sex Clean Play Candy Crush/ Angry Birds/ game of the...

My 2 Secret Ingredients

Not every dish you prepare is going to be a home run. But I've found that every time Mr. O pronounces something, "The best I've ever made," it usually contains very simple items... and my 2 secret ingredients. Pardon me, but I'm going to string you along for a bit. See if you can guess my 2 secret ingredients as...

Love crockpot applesauce? Try this delicious variation with a touch of ginger!

Ginger-Cinnamon Crockpot Applesauce

Does anything say fall better than applesauce? It's sweet and tangy, and there are a million different ways to make it! Making applesauce in your crockpot is super easy and it makes your whole house smell delicious. I started making crockpot applesauce several years ago after we went apple picking and had an...

How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Becoming a Stuffed Turkey

How can you survive All You Can Eat Day (otherwise known as Thanksgiving), especially if you're someone who has recommitted to a healthier lifestyle? Read on for ways to thrive this Turkey Day, and every holiday. If you're someone who is struggling with your weight and tends to overeat during the holidays, then...

Is your calendar overwhelming you? During times when we're overworked and overscheduled it's more important than ever to take care of ourselves.

Taking Care of Yourself When You’re Overscheduled

Most of us would describe our daily lives as busy. We rush from home to work, to daycare, then back home. We don't get enough sleep, and probably rely on takeout more often than we should. But sometimes our busy lives get too busy. Whether because of bad timing, over-scheduling, or something completely beyond our...

27 No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

Halloween is coming and I love to decorate... but I suck at crafty stuff. Even just carving a pumpkin like a normal person doesn't come easily to me. Last year I actually over cleaned the pumpkin dug right through the bottom. Oops. And, sadly, Miss O seems to have gotten my crating ability. So if I want cute...

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You know the old expression, “When Mama’s happy, everybody’s happy?” Well it’s totally true! And not just because a happy wife makes for a happy life. But because when you’re happy you’re the best version of yourself. You’re more present for your family, more alert and focused, and better able to serve those around you.