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Chicago mom of 3 | health, style & mom life after 40... all of it, no holding back.
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Hi, I’m Dana 👋🏼 (Ivy is my middle name) and around here, we NEVER gatekeep the good stuff!!!!

If I find something I love? I’m telling you about it.

If I try something that’s actually worth the hype? I’m sending you the link.

If I discover a shortcut that makes life easier? YOU NEED TO KNOW.

If we travel somewhere, stay somewhere, eat somewhere or discover something you need to add to your itinerary? I’m sharing ALL the deets. ✈️

If I learn something that helps me feel stronger, healthier or better in my own skin? We’re talking about it.

And if something isn’t worth your time or money? I’ll tell you that too. 😝

Basically, if it’s something I’d immediately text the group chat about, I’m sharing it here too!! 😘😘

Because that’s how I rolllll!

So if you’re into honest opinions, great finds, realistic health + wellness, mom-life shortcuts, easy recipes, travel finds, local recs and LOTS of unsolicited recommendations lololol… you’re in the right place!!

And if you’ve been here awhile, I would LOVE to know: what’s something you’ve bought, tried, learned or discovered because I shared it?! 👇🏼 taken in Glencoe, Illinois by @danaivy

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2 months ago

SAVE THIS POST NOW IF YOU'RE A MOM WITH AN IPHONE!!! 📲💾

Here’s how to set up an iOS home screen photo shuffle on your phone:

1. Ensure Your iPhone is Updated:
✨First, check that your iPhone is running iOS 16 or later, as the Photo Shuffle feature is only available in these versions.

2. Start the Customization Process:
✨Long press on your lock screen until the customization options appear.
✨Tap the "+" button to create a new wallpaper.
✨Select “Photo Shuffle” from the available wallpaper options.

3. Choose the People You Want to Feature:
✨Select “People” to choose one or more specific individuals. (I selected all 3 of my kids + my husband!) iOS will automatically find and rotate pictures of those selected people from your photo library.

4. Customize the Shuffle Frequency:
✨After choosing your photos, decide how often you want the images to change. Options include “On Tap” (each time you tap the screen), “On Lock” (each time you lock your phone), “Hourly,” or “Daily.” Mine switch hourly and I LOVE IT.

5. Set Your Shuffle Wallpaper:
✨Once you’ve selected your photos and shuffle frequency, tap “Add” to set the wallpaper.
✨You can apply it to both your Lock Screen and Home Screen, or just one of them, depending on your preference.

6. Enjoy a Rotating Display of Your Favorite People!!
✨ Your selected photos will now rotate automatically, giving you a fresh view of the people you love every time you check your phone!

👉🏼👉🏼 With these steps, you can keep the special memories of your fave people front and center, all day long! It's the BEST! Tell me if you're gonna do it!!! by @danaivy

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2 years ago

Did I mention that they’re huge and curb my Swedish candy addiction? Oh, more than once, okay 😂😂😂

But you guys these are seriously what creatine gummy dreams are made of!!! The texture, the ingredients, the taste and the results 👉🏼 all 💯!!!

You really can’t go wrong with the strawberry 🍓 or the mango 🥭 !!

They are seriously perfect in every single way!!! 🫶🏼💪🏼 All comments will get the link! Xox taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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2 days ago

Bringing a little bit of my Illinois farm experience home to my own kitchen! 👩🏻‍🍳🌾 #sponsored

Visiting two Illinois family farms was the actual best. I got to see firsthand how much care, technology and precision go into every decision farmers make.

Learning that 96% of Illinois farms are family-owned made it even more personal. These farmers are feeding their own families, too. And they’re growing more than just food. Field corn, which makes up 98% of the corn grown in Illinois, is used in more than 4,000 everyday foods and products.

My experience inspired this high-protein chicken elote slaw + crispy rice bowl using sweet corn! 🌽🫶🏼 I don’t love spicy food, but elote is one of my favorite flavors, so it has tons of flavor without too much heat!

And obviously, I did everything the easyyyy way! 🤌🏼

HIGH-PROTEIN CHICKEN ELOTE SLAW + CRISPY RICE BOWL 👇🏼
Makes 1 generous serving

🍚 CRISPY RICE
• 1 microwavable rice cup, prepared
• 1 tsp olive or avocado oil
• Pinch of salt

🌽 CORN
• 1 ear corn, husk and silk removed
• Olive or avocado oil spray
• ½ tsp premade elote seasoning

🥣 BOWL
• 1 cup bagged coleslaw mix
• 4 oz pre-cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
• 2 tbsp crumbled cotija
• Chopped cilantro, optional

🫖 DRESSING
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp bottled lime juice
• ½ tsp premade elote seasoning
• 2 tsp water, if needed

1️⃣ Prepare the rice according to the package. Toss with oil and salt, spread on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway, until crispy.

2️⃣ Spray the corn with oil, sprinkle with elote seasoning and air fry at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway. Cool slightly, then cut the kernels off.

3️⃣ Whisk together the dressing ingredients.

4️⃣ Add the slaw, chicken, crispy rice and sweet corn to a bowl. Add the dressing, mix and finish with cotija. ENJOY!

My first thought after one bite 👉🏼 ARE YOU KIDDING ME!! 😋 It’s crazy filling and SO good for lunch or dinner. You must try it!!!

Learn more about Illinois farmers and how our food is grown at WatchUsGrow.org.

@ilfarm taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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9 days ago

Ladies, leave your man (and kids) at home. For wellness purposes, obviously 😂 taken in Canyon Ranch Tucson by @danaivy

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11 days ago

I believe in therapists, but I also believe in mama taking a full-fledged break. And that’s exactly what this trip was for me ❤️🤌🏼🥹

Not because I neeeeeeeded it to the Nth degree, but because I stepped outside of my comfort zone in a way I don’t do nearly enough… and I think I really needed THAT.

Four days away. Trying new things. Moving my body. Laughing with new + newer friends. Meeting incredible people. And getting to just be me for a minute. My heart is SO freaking full 🫶🏼

Huge thank you to @lindsaymcohen for bringing @pvolve into my life exactly one year ago, to Pvolve corporate for planning this epic weekend at @canyonranch AND opening it up to the public, not just studio owners!

To @harfster for giving me the gift of this trip, encouraging me to go, and making sure I felt 100% confident that my kids were going to be justtt fine without me for a little. ❤️

To my parents for helping out a bunch too!

To @alyfeder for being the best travel companion, roomie and friend. 🥰

And to @dani_bcoleman and @antoniettavicario for being the MOST incredible instructors and humans. Truly. ❤️

I have sooooo much more to share about this weekend, but for now I’m going to bed with the happiest heart everrrr. Xox taken in Canyon Ranch Tucson by @danaivy

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12 days ago

September you were OH so good to me!!! 💕4️⃣2️⃣🎈💪🏼🏊‍♀️🎤🌻🍎🍯🗑️🍭🍩🛌🥯✡️💅

Sad to see you go but bring on Q4, baby!! 👻🎃🍁🍂✈️💪🏼🎅🏼🎁🏋🏻‍♀️🤌🏼 42nd Birthday celebration with family taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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18 days ago

Comment “PERFUME” and I’ll send you the link! ✈️💕

I genuinely can’t believe I used to pack my full-size perfume bottles every time I traveled 🤦🏻‍♀️

These little refillable perfume containers have been such a game-changer!!!! I use them for trips, keep one in my everyday purse, throw one in my gym bag, and they’re perfect for weddings, date nights, or anytime you want a quick refresh without carrying the whole bottle.

They’re inexpensive, take seconds to fill, and hardly take up any space. One of those simple Amazon finds that I actually use all the time!!! 👯 taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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18 days ago

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19 days ago

“Did you finally get Botox?” = THE NICEST Q ANYONE HAS EVER ASKED ME 😂

NOPE. But my friend genuinely thought I had because she said my skin looked insane and wanted to know where my wrinkles went.

The timing was actually spot on because I had already been planning to tell them about the new PDRN skin balm I had been using. Then she told me she had seen people talking about the same stick on TikTok. Apparently I accidentally found a viral product while browsing Amazon?! 🙌🏼

This is only my personal experience, but after four days I noticed more of a visible difference than I did after months with a much more expensive serum.

I use it directly over my lines on clean skin at night, then lightly over the areas that bother me after makeup in the morning.

I’m OBSESSED, and yes, my Mahjong friends added it to their carts right at the table!!!

Comment BALM and I’ll send it straight to your DMs! 💕 Wrinkles be goneeee 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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a month ago

Getting a front-row seat to Illinois farming was an experience I’ll never forget! 🤌🏽🌽 #sponsored

Thanks to @ilfarmfam and @ilcorn, I spent the morning touring the Larson Family Farm in Maple Park and learning directly from Illinois farmers before sitting down for a wonderful Rows & Roundtables lunch.

Here are five things I want you to know about Illinois farming after this experience 👇🏼👇🏼

1. 96% of Illinois farms are family-owned and operated, often across multiple generations.

2. Approximately 75% of Illinois land is used for farming and food production.

3. Corn is used in more than 4,000 products, including food, fuel and everyday household items.

4. Illinois farmers use precision technology, including soil mapping and variable-rate application, to give crops what they need while reducing waste.

5. Illinois farm families are some of the loveliest, most hardworking, passionate and welcoming people I’ve everrr met!!!!! Not to mention, they’re brilliant, too! 🙌🏼

As a mom, I really value opportunities like this that help bridge the gap between how food is grown and what we often assume about farming.

Because the more we can connect directly with the people growing our food, ask questions and hear their perspectives, the more we understand the care, responsibility and families behind it all.

Which fact surprised you most? Learn more at WatchUsGrow.org 🌽

#IllinoisFarmFamilies #FarmFamilies #IllinoisCorn #IllinoisFarmers taken in Chicago, Illinois by @danaivy

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a month ago

It’s the little things!!! 💪🏼✨ Am I right or am I right?!

The outfit, the music, knowing exactly where I’m going (hi @pvolvedeerfield!!!), and the thought of that sweet, sweet feeling when it’s all done all make it easier to get myself there, especially on the days when motivation is nowhere to be found.

What’s one tiny thing that helps YOU follow through on a workout no matter what??? taken in Deerfield, Illinois by @danaivy

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a month ago