Hiya, I’m Michelle!
I’m a homemaker with a BFA and Child Psychology minor from NYU, as well as a dedicated mother of two beautiful children. I never imagined my life like this when I was growing up, but I’m so happy this is where I’ve landed!
My favorite parts of parenthood are planning birthday parties, creating holiday traditions, and celebrating every single occasion I can think of.
Bright Color Mom is being filled every day with ideas for celebrating your pregnancy, taking care of your baby, kids’ activities, family-friendly recipes (and cocktails for you), holiday printables, and motherhood hacks.
Celebrate Special Occasions
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Ideas for a Valentine’s Day Pregnancy Announcement to Husband
Depending on your man’s personality, a Valentine’s Day pregnancy announcement to your husband could be the best V-day gift he ever gets. If you’ve just found out you’re pregnant, you’re…
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Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
On Super Bowl Sunday, the thing our family looks forward to most is my easy buffalo chicken dip. During the game, I love the commercials, the halftime show, and the…
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30+ Fun Groundhog Day Activities for Preschoolers
Ah, Groundhog Day: the most consistent, yet most forgettable, holiday to happen on the same day every year. You shouldn’t cast Groundhog Day aside, though, because kids really seem to…
make delicious meals & drinks
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Sonic Screwdriver Cocktail Recipe
Legend has it that the original sonic screwdriver cocktail recipe was invented in 2007 by a lady named Liz Milhern from Omaha, Nebraska. She just wanted something cool and nerdy…
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Death Spasm: An Absinthe Cocktail
Creating original drinks is not something I aspire to on a grand scale; I just keep pouring stuff into cups until it tastes good, you know? This Death Spasm cocktail…
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Lasagna Rolls with Velveeta Cheese
My mom’s baked cheese lasagna rolls are by far the most popular dish our family makes as well as one of the most unique. Made without ricotta cheese but packed…
Celebrate Your Pregnancy
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35 of the Sweetest Pregnancy Announcement Shirts
Congratulations on your new pregnancy! Pregnancy announcement shirts are a fun, easy way to let everyone you come across know that you’ve got a baby brewing in there. Of all…
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Pregnancy Weeks 37-42: Symptoms, Belly Bumps, Baby’s Growth
It’s the home stretch, and you’re about to be a mom! You’re waddling around wondering if this baby is EVER going to come out, and probably a little nervous about…
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Pregnancy Weeks 31-36: Symptoms, Belly Bumps, Baby’s Growth
Right around now is when you might start to feel miserable, and making it to 40 weeks may seem like a terrifying journey. You’re finding it harder to breathe and…
Take Care of Your Baby
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Genius Newborn Photography: Baby-on-Shelf Technique Explained
When it comes to newborn photography, the baby-on-shelf trick is great for truly unique baby photos! You want nothing but a cool, amazing, one-of-a-kind picture to remember these precious moments…
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15 Adorable Free Nursery Printables for Decorating
Decorating your baby’s nursery doesn’t have to cost a fortune, especially when you can fill those empty walls with adorable artwork for free! I’ve designed these free nursery printables featuring…
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5 Best Anti-Colic Bottles for Newborns
Today, my top choice for fighting colic is Dr. Brown’s Natural Flow Anti-Colic Options+ Bottles – they’re what I bought my niece for her most recent baby! They work and…
Enjoy Your toddler
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20 Healthy Kid-Friendly Meals for Picky Eaters, Plus Snacks
Coming up with healthy, kid-friendly meals for picky eaters can feel like a daily test of patience, creativity, and emotional stability. But it helps to know that picky eating is…
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62 Adorable Family Halloween Costumes with Toddler in Tow
Halloween with a toddler is a delightful mix of sugar highs, costume refusals, and some of the cutest photo ops you’ll ever stage. Whether you’re a mom, dad, or caregiver…
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15 Adorable Toddler Girl Hairstyles That Are Cute and Quick
Getting your toddler to sit still for five minutes is a rare form of magic. Getting them to sit still while you do their hair? Practically sorcery. But the good…
Raise Happy Children
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27 Fun Geometric Wall Paint Designs for a Boy’s Room
Geometric wall paint designs are a fantastic way to give a boy’s bedroom personality without spending a fortune on wallpaper or complicated decorations. With painter’s tape, a few paint colors,…
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30 Crazy Hair Day Ideas Kids Can’t Wait to Show Off
Crazy Hair Day is one of those school spirit days kids actually look forward to – because the sillier the hair, the better! If you’re searching for crazy hair day…
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Minecraft Party Ideas That Look Straight Out of the Game
While my son plays every video game (and has had a birthday themed after them) from Fortnite to Super Mario, my daughter plays exactly one: Minecraft. And she’s certainly not…
Live Your Best Mom Life
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7 Authentic Plus-Size Southern Boutiques You’ll Love!
Plus size southern boutiques have a very specific kind of charm. The clothing actually encompasses a wide range of styles, from cowgirl to (mid)western to country prep and casual south….
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Placenta Tincture: 9 Incredible Uses, How to Make One at Home
The placenta tincture is a curious beast. Both tinctures and placenta encapsulation have been touted by homeopaths as cure-alls for every womanly woe in existence, from low milk supply to…
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48 Quotes About Loving My Children to Caption Your Socials
When I find myself getting in my feelings a little bit, or just needing some catharsis through a good cry or a swollen heart, I like to read quotes about…
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