Ivonne Barroso

**Kid Tested, Mother Approved! 🎉💕 | The Best Things to Do with Kids in Miami** Three kids, countless outings, and years of hearing “Mom, what are we doing today?” have made me somewhat of an expert at finding fun things to do with kids in Miami! 😂 From hidden gems and Miami classics to museums, outdoor adventures, trampoline parks, arcades, and everything in between, I've rounded up some of the best places to keep kids entertained, active, and making memories. As a busy working mom of three, I know that not every outing is worth the time, money, or effort—especially when you're juggling different ages, interests, and attention spans! My goal is to share places that are actually worth checking out, whether you're planning an epic birthday party, surviving a rainy afternoon, entertaining hard-to-impress tweens and teens, or just looking for something fun to do as a family. Some are longtime favorites from my own childhood, others are places I've discovered while raising my kids, and a few are still on our must-try list. **Less screen time, more memories, and hopefully fewer “I'm bored” complaints!** Because childhood goes by way too fast, and the best memories are often made right in our own backyard. ❤️🌴

Everything I actually want with me for long volleyball days—all in one place. This section is filled with my favorite **volleyball mom essentials**, from cute and comfortable tournament outfits to sneakers, bags, coolers, chairs, snacks, beauty must-haves, and all the little extras that make hours in the gym a lot easier. Think practical but still stylish: things that help you stay organized, comfortable, caffeinated, and pulled together from the first serve to the last match. Basically, if it makes tournament weekends easier or more enjoyable, you’ll probably find it here.

Beauty Favorites for Real Life — These are the beauty products I actually use and keep coming back to—from skincare and makeup to hair products and styling tools. I’m over 50, busy, and not interested in complicated routines or products that just look pretty on a shelf. I want things that make a noticeable difference, save me time, work well on mature skin and hair, and help me look polished without looking overdone. If it makes getting ready easier, helps me look more awake, adds a little glow, or survives Miami heat and humidity, it belongs on this list.

I love finding pieces that make a home feel beautiful, comfortable, and a little more special. This is where I share the home finds I’m drawn to—from lighting and wallpaper to mirrors, greenery, furniture, and those finishing touches that pull a room together. My style is polished but livable, with a mix of coastal, modern, and classic pieces that feel elevated without making a home feel too perfect to actually live in.