Meet the Mama Behind the Mess
Hi! I am Dakota
Mama. Memory-maker. Mess-finder. Welcome to my world.
Mama to two wild toddler boys, barefoot by choice, and most likely running on coffee and crumbs as you read this.
Crumbs & Chaos was born from the beautifully messy reality of motherhood. Somewhere between snack negotiations and sticky fingers, I realized I had a lot to share—simple recipes, honest mom moments, and little ways to make the chaos feel a bit more fun (or at least more delicious). 
Most days, you’ll find me doing toddler crafts, reheating the same cup of coffee for the third time, or chasing tiny humans around the kitchen while trying to cook something vaguely edible. I’m not a Pinterest-perfect parent—just a mom who loves to laugh through the madness and celebrate the small wins (like when no one throws dinner on the floor).
Occasionally, I sneak in time for the things I love—like swimming laps or baking in a quiet kitchen. But most of my days are filled with the loves of my life, and honestly, that’s exactly how I like it. Even on the hard days, I end them grateful and grounded in love.
Here, you’ll find easy, family-friendly recipes, fun kid-approved activities, and real stories from the trenches of toddler life. If you’re a fellow mom looking for a judgment-free space, snack ideas your kids might actually eat, and someone who gets it—you’re in the right place.
Let’s embrace the crumbs and fuel the chaos—together. ❤️

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