Tasheena Ticer
Tasheena is a California native who moved to Columbia in 2018. She married her college sweetheart in 2013 and they’re raising two strong-minded daughters, ages seven and five. Tasheena has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education with a minor degree in Child and Family Science. After working as a kindergarten teacher, she transitioned to life as a stay-at-home mom when her second daughter was born. When she isn’t compulsively decluttering and obsessively meal planning, Tasheena enjoys yoga, reading, living room dance parties, and creating content about motherhood on her blog, TheCinnamonMom.com. She is passionate about helping moms spend meaningful time with family, raise empathetic children, and live more mindfully.
Tips for Baking With Kids (Plus a Three-Ingredient Cookie Recipe)
One of my family’s favorite traditions is baking cookies! There's something so special about enjoying warm, freshly baked treats with your loved ones.
It can get a bit tricky having kids in the kitchen, but...
15 Winter Picture Books Your Kids Will Love
We officially turned on the heater in our house, which meant it was time to dust off our winter picture books! Over the years, I've come across many precious books about Christmas and chilly...
How to Take Beautiful Family Pictures With Your Phone
One of my favorite fall traditions is taking family pictures! Whether we want to send holiday cards, make gifts for grandparents, or hang up new frames in our home, it's always exciting to have...
5 Low-Effort Halloween Snacks Your Kids Will Love
Whether you’re short on time or just feeling kind of lazy, but want to do something special for your kiddos for Halloween, I have a few easy Halloween snack recipes to share with you....
A Day in the Life of a 4-Year-Old
Hi, I’m Belly! Welcome to a day in my life! My mommy stays home with me while my daddy goes to work, and my big sister, Goose, goes to first grade.
Each day is a...
How to Restart Your Morning When the Kids Wake Up Cranky
We all have those mornings when the kids wake up on the wrong side of the bed. For whatever reason, they’re cranky, and trying to accomplish anything in a timely manner is suddenly out...
25 Children’s Books That Celebrate Diversity and Promote Self-Love
If you're on a mission to diversify your child's bookshelf, I've compiled 25 of my family's favorite books to help you get started!
Whether your children read independently or read together, books are powerful tools...
5 Tips to Raise Awesome Helpers
As a mom, I’m sure you’ve learned by now how challenging it can be to keep your house clean. Between laundry, toys, cooking and eating multiple times each day, and belongings being carted to...
5 Mouthwatering Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipes
Did you know that April 12 is National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day? I don't really need an excuse to eat a grilled cheese, but this sounds like the perfect occasion to cook up a...
50 Ways to Pass Time in the Carpool Line
If you have a child in school, you've likely experienced the notorious after-school carpool line.
I have a kindergarten student this year so I'm newer to the process, but I quickly learned carpool etiquette: Which...
Practical Steps to Declutter Your Kitchen
It’s the beginning of a new year and your home is ready for a fresh start! If your family is anything like mine, you accumulated quite a bit of stuff during the holiday season...
3 Delicious Baked Treats That Are Perfect for Fall
Nothing says fall like snuggling up with your family and enjoying homemade baked goodies! The three treats that I’m sharing today are full of gentle spices and cozy textures that are sure to make...
Stay-At-Home Fall Bucket List
Fall is officially upon us and I am excited! It’s my favorite season! I love the sweet and spicy aromas, the gradual departure of overbearing heat, and watching the foliage outside my window turn...
How to Create a Home Learning Space for Young Children
The first day of school for my family is just around the corner and we are beyond excited!
My five-year-old daughter will be starting kindergarten virtually through a nearby school, and I’ll be doing homeschool...