Casey Dacanay

Mommin' & More

Category : Lifestyle

At-Home Happy Hour with Garcia de la Cruz EVOO

The good news is that olive oil can be consumed any hour of the day. The bigger news is that family-owned Garcia de la Cruz organic olive oils and premium stuffed olives are available in Whole Foods and Amazon! This makes cooking at home easier, healthier and even more delicious. Last week, I made dessert…

Read More

272 Views

National Nutrition Month Spring Wellness Reset

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx. March is National Nutrition Month and here are some of my new top picks to reset your wellness goals and encourage healthy habits that you will enjoy long into the future! All the products are amazingly vegan, packed with flavor and are wonderful plant-based alternatives to other products out…

Read More

1454 Views

Erin Condren X Disney and More!

Star Wars fans: This is your chance to round out your holiday decor with the new Star Wars Holiday Cookie collection from Erin Condren! Yes, the Lifeplanner™ guru also has brought the galaxy a bit closer to home with an amazing ongoing collaboration that includes planners, office accessories and home decor featuring some of your…

Read More

1349 Views

Your Holiday Self-Care Gift Guide

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx. The Holidays are known to be a stressful time, even for the most prepared and jolliest of all. That stress often shows itself in our skin and if you or someone you know might need an extra glow up this holiday, keep on reading! The products that follow are…

Read More

733 Views

A Very Merry Disney Black Friday

In some ways I wish I was still a kid so that I could enjoy certain aspects to their fullest without a sideways glance from the person next to me. Having my own kids that I can enjoy these with is the next best thing! My girls are the perfect excuse for keeping the Disney…

Read More

1020 Views

PinkBlush: Where #MomLife Meets Fun Fashion

Believe it or not, sometimes Mama just wants to look good without the hassle. On those day, during both of my pregnancies and now in day to day #momlife, I turn to PinkBlush for stylish solutions that won’t break the bank. PinkBlush was so kind to send me this Camo Strappy Cold Shoulder Top and…

Read More

1795 Views

Sweet As A Sleeping Baby

If you have ever been a parent, you truly know how quickly they grow. If you are an expectant parent, you will not realize the truth of this until you are in the moment. No matter where you are in the parenting journey, rest and safety are two key elements that are often at the…

Read More

815 Views

STEAM Learning At Home With Baby Einstein

Operation: Sister Sharing is a success! As a mom of two non-school aged kiddos, I am always on the lookout for activities that the girls can do together.  There are few things that hold the attention of a toddler while igniting the curiosity of a baby and inspire both to learn and grow.  Baby Einstein…

Read More

1107 Views

Cupcakes & Rainbows at the DreamWorks Trolls Tea

The little ladies and I were invited to check out the afternoon tea the Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena, CA. But it wasn’t just any tea party….it featured the happiest little creatures the world has ever know – the Trolls from DreamWorks Animation’s film by the same name.  In case you missed out on the…

Read More

1049 Views

Calling All Space Rangers

Why We Love The KidsEmbrace Disney Buzz Lightyear Booster Carseat We are a family on the go! With daily adventures that often find us in the car, I am always concerned with the safety of my girls. Olivia, my toddler, knows that getting in the car *usually* leads somewhere fun. As a fan of Disney…

Read More

1712 Views

BabyQuip: The Fairy Godmother Of Travel

‘Tis the season for family gatherings when people travel from near and far to celebrate. While this time of year is filled with joy, many travelers find themselves stretched near the limit when it comes time to pack….the gifts, personal items and if you have kids, their necessities while anticipating items to keep them occupied…

Read More

1018 Views

Our Favorite Snack To-Go

We are a family on the go! Between jobs, auditions, workouts, play dates and family adventures we have very little “sit around and vege” time. Most days, I pack a lunch that both Olivia and I like because more often than not, she ends up wanting whatever it is that I am eating.  It’s the…

Read More

1019 Views

Brews & Brunch

I’ve always been a sucker for a great brunch menu.  There’s nothing quite like taking an easy Sunday morning and eating your way into the afternoon.  My love of brunching began when I was in elementary school and once a month after church we would head down to the country club for the brunch buffet. …

Read More

36459 Views

Creative Nesting

Recently, I’ve been in major nesting mode. Being 30 weeks pregnant will do that. I’ve spent countless hours trying to rearrange our apartment, looking for things to purge and trying to make this place feel a little more comfortable. Since Baby #2 is a twice confirmed girl, we are planning a California Girl desert themed…

Read More

849 Views

DIY Travel Chalkboard Case

Follow my blog with Bloglovin I’m so proud to have an artist in the family. At the mere age of 2, Olivia shows great promise! Seriously, this kid’s color choices and spacial awareness puts to shame some “professional” artists and their fancy gallery openings. Okay, maybe I’m gushing, but she does me proud! Between auditions,…

Read More

873 Views

Why I Love Grocery Day

My love of cooking began back in the second grade when I won first place at my school’s summer book reading contest. The prize was a copy of the For Good Measure: A Cookbook for Children and the first item I ever made by myself was popovers. To this day, that is my go-to recipe…

Read More

748 Views