Mother's Day with HyVee

Who doesn’t love a one stop shop? I know I do and as a busy mother I am always looking for ways to condense my errands into just a few short stops!

I know you already know that HyVee is a grocery store, but do you really know all that they offer? Do you know all of the amenities, the gift ideas, and the food options? Mother’s Day is OUR day so let me help you make it so much easier to celebrate and enjoy with some simple gift ideas and tips!

First off, let’s nail down the meal. I love brunch because that allows me to get some of my planting done or hit the golf course later on in the day. HyVee has several catering options for your Mother’s Day meal. Follow this LINK to take a look!

Meals can be picked up and are refrigerated so you can pop into the oven at your convenience. We all know convenience is key with children ☺️

Next, let’s find the perfect gift for Mom ( or that special person you call Mom). If you have a Mother that is already and avid HyVee shopper, she would definitely love an upgrade to the HyVee PLUS premium membership! Not familiar with this? Check it out HERE!

Flowers are always a good idea and even if they are flowers for her garden outside. I mean did you see the gorgeous black ones I bought for my backyard? If she isn’t into flowers, pick up a beautiful new bird bath or yard decoration.

Chocolate is ALWAYS a good idea because you know we hate to actually buy it but when it is a gift, you have to eat it 😂 They have the best toffee by the way!

Gift cards! Enough said. let her treat herself and send you photos of how she used the gift card, or maybe you could use it together!

What about beauty or bath products? How awesome is it that you can grab groceries and then a bath bomb in the same store? The best 🙌 I think great soaps and bath accessories are perfect for a little evening relaxation. Don’t forget the wine or hot tea!

If you are near a store that has clothing and shoes, pick up some matching pieces for you and her and maybe your littles too and grab a family photo. My daughter loves to match everyone right now and that doesn’t last forever. Create memories with your gifts! P.S. Joe Fresh can be ordered online and picked up or delivered right to your door!

My mother deserves the world. She is selfless, loving, and my biggest supporter. I am the mother I am today because of her no doubt. I know that gifts are just a small token of appreciation and to some, like my mom, they can’t begin to even cover what she has done for me over the years I have been alive, but she knows that even the simplest gift comes with a whole lot of love for her. No gift would be big enough to express my gratitude.

Thank you Mom. I love you.

*This is sponsored content. All photos and words are my own.

Heart Healthy with Gordmans ❤️

Did you know that cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for 840,768 deaths (635,260 cardiac) in 2016? From 2006 to 2016, the US death rate from CVD decreased by 18.6% and from coronary heart disease by 31.8%.

(Statistic taken from the website from the AHA. https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2019/02/15/14/39/aha-2019-heart-disease-and-stroke-statistics. )

I was excited to partner with Gordmans to bring awareness to heart health through their campaign #GetPumpedForHeartHealth ❤️ From April 1-30th, with every share on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #GetPumpedForHeartHealth, Gordmans will donate $1 to the American Heart Association. If you are interested in learning more about the campaign, you can visit their website HERE.

What does heart healthy look like to you? It could be something as simple as random acts of kindness, cooking healthy meals, or incorporating family time into your day.

Part of my job as a blogger is to empower other women to feel comfortable in their own skin and clothing. Fashion is obviously a big part of my life and it really is true that you are what you wear! I was able to find so many styles and sizes throughout Gordmans to fit every size and style, including men & children. Don't forget your fur babies either ☺️

Rowan was so happy to pick out her “workout” outfit (pictured below). Heart healthy behaviors start at any age. Get your kids involved and watch them influence their peers as well. It is always a challenge in our home to see how much weight she can lift and how many times and I bet if she had a younger sibling we would have some friendly competitions! Haha If you notice she starts at 2 lbs. ☺️ Get your family moving together!

Rowan’s outfit and workout gear is provided by Gordmans. You can shop in stores near you and donate directly to the AHA as well!

Did you know that a balanced eating regimen with foods from all five food groups is key to preventing disease? My nursing background helps me to understand how to keep my family healthy by cooking meals at home, plus with a child it is just plain easier. When you are in charge of the ingredients, you tend to put more thought into what you are feeding your families. I challenge you to cook one more meal a week at home. Set a goal for yourself!

Being heart healthy doesn’t have to be just consuming healthy foods. I have started off this 2019 year by reading a daily devotional with my morning coffee. It allows me to meditate and relax my mind, freeing it from the anxiety of every day life. Do you take time for yourself throughout the day? If so, what do you do?

So many of you and your loved ones have been affected by heart disease, and I am hopeful that by continuing to bring awareness to to it, we can start to change lives and perspectives on how to live a heart healthy life!

Post a photo TODAY on Instagram or Facebook and use the hashtag #GetPumpedForHeartHealth and tag me in it @ladyandredstyle so I can see it and share it!

Happy Good Friday Friends!

XOXO

THIS POST WAS SPONSORED BY SPECIALTY RETAILERS, INC. All thoughts and images are my own.

Shopping with Rack Room Shoes

I had the opportunity to check out the new Rack Room Shoes at The Outlets of Des Moines, which opened it's doors on October, 19th as the first store of it's kind in Iowa. It does not disappoint! The store is located just down from the cozy fireplace, with plenty of centralized maps to get you to where you are wanting to go. The store was incredibly clean and set up perfectly with lots of staff to accommodate your shopping needs. It boasts all types of shoes and styles for men, women and children, with plenty of sizes available and in stock. If you are not familiar with Rack Room Shoes, they have their own private brands such as Franco Fortini, and feature premium details, materials and the latest design styles, especially on boots! You can also check our their website HERE as there you will find a fun little surprise over on their site 😉 Below are the styles that I ended up buying on my first trip in! Under each image, I have added a BLUE shoppable link. Click this link and it will take you directly to the shoe pictured, choose your size, and there you can add it to your cart! 

FRANCO FORTINI CARLY BOOTIE 

How cute are these boots? And I swear they are the most comfortable pair I own! They have super soft inserts and this rust brown color is the perfect neutral bootie for any season!

NEW BALANCE

This color has my heart. Burgundy and rose gold are really the perfect pairing and I love how you can dress these up with a sweater or dress them down to and from the gym.

LIMELIGHT MONIQUE

Velvet.... also know as the hottest trend right now! These are 1/2 the price of other look alike booties, which I love, because I don't like paying a fortune for shoes that are not your standard shoe. These booties are fun and will spice up any outfit, anytime!

NIKE FLEX

I need these in every color! Grey goes great with everything and these sneakers are so lightweight making them really easy to pack for vacations too! Of course I love the added touch of gold 😉

BLACK VELVET BOOTIES

What made my shopping experience even better, was that they offer free shipping in store to your home so you don't have to carry around bags. Who doesn't love shopping, bag free? Such a nice perk since a lot of people traveling from out of town may not want to haul a ton of bags home, and trust me, you will leave this store with a lot of bags!

I was impressed with all of the brands and athletic shoes they carried in the store and online. Brands like Nike, Converse, Adidas, and New Balance. And they weren't just selling plain white Converse shoes, they had them in all styles and a variety of colors, making it hard to choose just one pair. 

Some of you may be wondering why or how a store like this could be such a great addition to our community? I personally like to collaborate with companies who give back, and each back to school season, Rack Room Shoes hosts a Shoes That Fit fundraiser event, empowering customers to give back to their local communities by supplying children in need with shoes. The money raised is channeled through local school liaisons who identify students and school systems in need, while also coordinating the distribution of new footwear. Since 2007, Rack Room Shoes has raised a total of $5,604,113 and donated a whopping 206,201 pairs of shoes to children in need. So amazing right? Also, through a newly unveiled Kids Club, Rack Room Shoes encourages parents to submit photos of their children wearing Rack Room Shoes, simply by using the hashtag #iamrackroom, for a chance to be featured in the brand's Kids Club advertising. If you are already wearing them, why not share them? 

Make sure you are following all of their accounts on Social Media so you can stay up to date on the new styles and specials! Here are the links below:

Facebook Link: www.facebook.com/myrackroomshoes

Twitter Link: @myrackroomshoes

Instagram Link: @myrackroomshoes

Pinterest Link: http://www.pinterest.com/myrackroomshoes

If you have any questions about sizing or shoes, I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below! Happy Shopping!