This past weekend my girls had there first recital as dancer’s at K Studio here in Columbus and it was amazing. I am so proud of how my girls did and I loved every minute of it, I am secretly hoping they stick with dance because I would happily be a dance mom! Not only [...]
About Ellen
Hi my name is Ellen and I am a 29 year old happily married mom to 4 little girls living in Columbus, Ohio. My husband, my four girls and my faith are the most important things in my life, they are my world! After starting Thrifty & Chic Mom four years ago I am happily blogging daily here about all of the things I love… fashion, beauty, family, cooking and all the products that help me be a better mom or make my life easier as a mom.
Take the Beauty Confidence Quiz!
I am a huge fan of Dressing Your Truth and the freedom and confidence it brings to my life. Now that I know I am a Type 4 it has allowed me to better understand why I like what I do and given me the freedom to embrace what not only looks best on me [...]
A Letter To My Mom On Her Birthday
My mom was not the perfect mother, I don’t think such a person exists, but she did do a lot of nearly perfect things. Many of these things I did not appreciate growing up as she did them but now as a mom to my own four girls I appreciate what she did and just [...]
Mutsy FREE EasyRider Stroller Promotion
If you are expecting or know someone who is Mutsy has an AMAZING promotion going on right now. Buy a Mutsy 4Rider or 4Rider Light and get a Mutsy Easyrider FREE! Details: You may choose the color of your Easyrider from what is in stock. Must have both a 4Rider (or 4Rider Light) and an [...]
I’m A Hypochondriac Mom, Please Tell Me I’m Not the Only One!
I avoid doctors for myself which is a terrible thing. Until I got pregnant with my oldest daughter I had not been to the doctor since my college physical for entering freshman year ( that was only 5 years but still). I never went because I never got sick so no need right? Well now [...]
Wordless Wednesday: 5 Months Old!
I can hardly believe she will be 5 months old in 2 days! What a chunky happy baby she is, I am so blessed!
FestiGals Inspirational Seminars and Empowerment Workshops #FestiGalsNOLA
Looking for a ladies weekend away that not only provides entertainment but an enriching environment? Then why not check out the FestiGals weekend in New Orleans. June 22-24 stay at the New Orleans landmark Hotel Monteleone at a discounted rate of $149 per night with event tickets for $275. While at FestiGals you will be [...]
Tommee Tippee Explora Sippy Cup Giveaway (ends 5/28)
Sippy cups are a weak spot of mine as a mom they keep the mess away when we are on the go and my kids love them. We spend a lot of time on the go whether we are heading out for park play dates, picking kids up and dropping off at activities or just [...]
I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends
I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends Aside from being the lyrics to an amazing Beatles Song that phrase really rings true for me as a mom. This past Mother’s Day as we celebrated the mom’s in our lives I was reminded of the mom friends in my life who also helped [...]
Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day to all you amazing mom’s. I hope you have a day surrounded by those who love you and whom you love.
Mother’s Day Gift Idea: Ibex Shak Lite Hoody
Do you have an active mom in your life who is hard to buy for? I have the perfect clothing item that fits right in with an active lifestyle plus it is stylish the Ibex Shak Lite Hoody. This stylish hoody is made from medium weight New Zealand merino wool. Wool normally really itches and [...]
Check Out My Nails, Sally Hansen Salon Effects
I am so proud of my nails, mainly because I did them all by myself and they look amazing! I have never been one to have crazy nails but with my new fun hair these nails seemed to be the perfect addition to my look. These nails are part of the Salon Effects by Sally [...]
