The Black & White Blog
Five Kids + TwinsTo view my photography work please visit: Twin Falls Wedding Photography
About Me,
Wife, Mother & Artist
I was supposed to be an artist, just wandering the earth with a hunger for adventure – but as the years went by and I immersed myself with the world’s most natural art, I realized, this was for me, 100%! I’m a Mom – first and foremost. One baby leads to another & well, here I am with seven! This blog is a space to talk about a lot of things, all surrounding parenting, the products that I like, being creative, health, & wellness. I’m not a doctor and I have no medical background, but I do talk about my journey to ultimate health, naturally. I know – you’re probably thinking “great – another crunchy Mom” but I’m not like that, all the way at least – but I do like to make safer choices because I am mindful of my thyroid condition. It is my hope that you find this blog helpful to your own life whether it’s health stuff, photography or parenting, please interact with me if you have the chance, I love good conversation and collaborations with companies that make life easier.
Sometimes I work with companies that send me products for free in order to talk to you guys about them. Sometimes they even pay me for posts, those brands are what helps to support this blog. My promise to you is that I will only work with companies that I am familiar with, and who have a great reputation with their customers. I also only choose brands that are accepting of all lifestyles and family types with good moral standings.
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My Favorite Products for Families
Finding the best fit for your baby’s needs can be quite difficult. After giving birth to seven babies, I have found some really great products that work and that are worth the money. Here are a few that I think are must-haves for Moms and Dads, for various reasons;
DockATot
Berkey Water System
Regalo Baby MyPlay
Embe Babies
Apple Park Kids
Blooming Bath
Pink Blush Clothing
Spectra USA Pump
DJI Mavic Mini Review – Flyaway – Refusal of DJI Refresh Claim.
The following information is my own personal experience with DJI products and therefore these opinions are solely my own. My drone experience is specific to the DJI brand, more specifically the Mavic Mini original version and their disappointing customer service as...
New Year, New Design
New Year’s Resolutions & Other Things..I love a new year, the freshness in the are, a clean calendar and the residual Christmas cheer that seems to help things to run smoothly, at least until we realize how far away summer is. For me, I’m not one of those people...
How to see & photograph the Northern Lights from Maine.
Last night, we checked photographing the northern lights off of our bucket list and after posting some of the images to local groups, I received so many questions as to how to see them. Around here, the locals were sharing articles about how the Northern Lights will...
OXO – Making life a bit easier. Check out how I made Esquites using their corn prep peeler!
Oxo is a company that has made my life as a Mom easier by making kitchen gadgets and tools that are budget friendly and reliable. I previously talked about their baking mat & sheet pan set (to help make clean up super easy!) That duo are two of my favorites. So I...
Photo Editing – Part 01
This is a comprehensive tutorial on photo editing, starting with the basics of taking photos and what apps to use with your mobile device.
I’m not an anti-vaxxer, I’m a Mother.
I feel that there are ideas that segregate us as parents, even banishing some from school activities and groups. Personally, I don't claim to be a part of any one group. This post is not meant to change your mind about vaccinations, but instead, open your heart to...
Pictures, Reviews + Giveaways




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Collaborations
Do you have a really great product that I should know about? I would love to know more about you! I work with brands that are helpful to the lives of others. Companies both big and small, that are accepting of all lifestyles + family types because that is what I’m about, loving one another and helping my fellow people to succeed in parenthood.