Celebrating Tu Bishvat with Tu BShevat Books | Collab with Little Kosher Lunch Allies Best 2020-02-03 | The Jewish holiday Tu Bishvat, or Birthday of the Trees is just around the corner and on my channel I am showing you how our family will be celebrating Tu B'Shevat year! I was so lucky to get to collaborate with Little Kosher Lunch on this video, who knows ALL about Jewish holidays and plans the best activities and foods for each one. Melissa's Video: Tu Bishvat 2020 - 5 Family Friendly Activities (COLLAB. with Allie's Best!)youtu.be/eyOvyrGxID4I haven't celebrated this holiday in over a decade so I was so happy to have help from PJ Library in the form of a few incredible books to me get started. PJ Library actually sends a free monthly Jewish book to any Jewish child who signs up! They are an incredible company and were amazing sponsors for this video.Sign up To get Free Jewish Books for Kids: http://bit.ly/2teNipJI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
Eating Sushi While Pregnant Allies Best 2021-02-02 | There are so many foods you are supposed to avoid while pregnant. I personally think (I'm not a doctor) avoiding sushi while pregnant is maybe one of the rules that can be broken! I'm Allie and I live in rural California with my husband and baby. I grew up in a big city so figuring out motherhood in a teeny tiny town is something I am working on every day. Follow along as I avoid perfection and simply aim for my best out of all things in life.
What is Tu Bishvat? A Quick Look at Tu BShevat Seders Allies Best 2021-01-26 | There are so many Jewish traditions for the holiday of Tu BiShvat. This includes the types of food to eat on Tu B'Shevat, the four glasses of wine, and the seven spices!
Dealing with Jewish Imposter Syndrome Allies Best 2021-01-04 | Are you a good Jew or a bad Jew? Well, spoiler alert: There are no such things. So many Jewish people doubt their own Jewish identity including myself. Today we are discussing Jewish Imposter Syndrome and exploring why so many Jewish people question their Jewish Identity.
How to Make New Years Resolutions | 2021 Goal Setting Allies Best 2020-12-29 | This video is all about making new year's resolutions for 2021. Goal setting and New Years goals can be such a great way to plan your year and get focused on your plans and setting intentions for 2021. I walk your through the steps of goal setting, and I hope it helps you get ready for 2021.
Jewish Christmas Q and A Allies Best 2020-12-24 | What do Jewish people due on Christmas? Whats the deal with Jews and Chinese food? Is Santa REAL? I answer those questions and more in this question and answer video!
VLOGNUKKAH NIGHT 4: I MAKE LATKES FOR THE FIRST TIME | Holidays at Home Allies Best 2020-12-14 | Today on Vlognukkah it is all about Latkes! I actually make latkes for the first time on my own and they turned out pretty good! Here is roughly what I did:4 grated potatoes 1 grated onion1 egg'some' matzo meal (around 2 table spoons ish)saltpepperoilWatch the video for directions (but don't use the wrong tool in your food processor!)
VLOGNUKKAH NIGHT 3: A Jew with a Christmas Tree? | Holidays at Home Allies Best 2020-12-13 | This was a busy day for us but created a very calm vlog. We are an interfaith family so we do have a Christmas Tree in our house in December, and we shopped for it today!
VLOGNUKKAH NIGHT 2: Shabbat, Hanukkah, and a Fire Allies Best 2020-12-12 | This Shabbat and Hanukkah or (SHABBATNUKKAH for those in the in crowd) was a really calm day mostly at home. The big surprise came at the end of the night in the form of a Chanukah fire that we really should have seen coming.
VLOGNUKKAH NIGHT 1: First Night of Hanukkah 2020 | Holidays at Home Allies Best 2020-12-11 | Happy Chanukah! The first night of Hannukah is always an exciting one, even if we are all staying home for the holidays. This is one of my distance learning days, so we start the day in distance kindergarten. Then we spend some family time together which is always fun.
Interview with A Birth Mom | Adoption Story pt. 3 Allies Best 2020-11-18 | My adoption story goes all the way from my mom adopting me at birth to me meeting my birth mother in person when I was 30 years old! I am so happy to have been able to answer your adoption questions. Below are some resources regarding adoption: Referral site with great information for expectant moms and those interested in adopting: adoptmatch.comGood brochure about adoption: childwelfare.gov/pubPDFs/f_pregna.pdfNational Council for Adoption: adoptioncouncil.org/expectant-parents/about-adoption
Adoption Story pt. 2: My Moms Perspective Allies Best 2020-11-14 | My mom adopted me at birth! Come along for this adoption Q+A interview with my mom. We cover everything from her process of adopting to her views on me meeting my birth mother.
My Adoption Story | Adoption Q+A part 1 Allies Best 2020-11-10 | My adoption story goes all the way from my mom adopting me at birth to me meeting my birth mother in person when I was 30 years old! I am so happy to have been able to answer your adoption questions. Below are some resources regarding adoption: Referral site with great information for expectant moms and those interested in adopting: adoptmatch.comGood brochure about adoption: childwelfare.gov/pubPDFs/f_pregna.pdfNational Council for Adoption: adoptioncouncil.org/expectant-parents/about-adoption
My Recurrent Miscarriage and Infertility Journey | A Success Story Allies Best 2020-10-07 | Recurrent Miscarriages were not something I expected to deal with when I started to plan to have a baby. It also had not occurred to me that I might end up dealing with years of infertility. I am now so happy to share my multiple miscarriages success story. Infertility success brought us to our baby. If you feel like you want to reach out about this, feel free to message me on instagram: @alliesbest My 1st Miscarriage Video: youtube.com/watch?v=Qn_iWGFfWlA&t=10s
My Rosh Hashanah New Years Resolutions Allies Best 2020-09-09 | I love making New Year's resolutions and this year I am making them for Rosh Hashanah! Rosh Hashanah, and the month of Elul before it, is a time where Jewish people across the world take time to reflect improve themselves. It is a spiritual time of repentance, forgiveness, and improvement. Come along and help hold me accountable to my resolutions for 5781Connect With Me!Instagram: @alliesbest
Baby Clothing Haul | Hand Me Downs Haul Allies Best 2020-08-07 | I love dressing my daughter in hand me downs! Used clothing is great for the environment and saves money! This haul of hand me downs came from Lydia Senn, a fellow youtuber and friend of mine. We really lucked out having her send us these amazing baby dresses in the mail!Lydia's Channel: youtube.com/user/highfivefourthree21Hilary's Channel: youtube.com/user/mysocalledhomeConnect with me:Instagram: @alliesbest
Jewish Planner Review Ep. 2: Gold Herring Planner Allies Best 2020-07-31 | I am a huge planner enthusiast and I was so excited to find out there are Jewish planner companies out there! The Gold Herring Jewish Planner: goldherring.comFollow me on Instagram: @alliesbest instagram.com/alliesbestJewish Planners Episode 1: youtube.com/watch?v=ju6upjXh3Cg
Jewish Planner Review: The Meaningful Moments Planner Allies Best 2020-07-01 | I am a huge planner enthusiast and I was so excited to find out there are Jewish planner companies out there! This Jewish planner has both the Gregorian days as well as the Hebrew calendar with Jewish holidays! The Meaningful Moments planner was beautiful and functional and frankly, an inspiring planner. meaningfulmomentscompany.com/collections/allUse code: allie10 for 10% off your order!
What is Juneteenth? Allies Best 2020-06-18 | What is Juneteenth you ask? Juneteenth is an American holiday that has a rich and interesting history. I will tell you all about it!Connect With Me:Instagram: @AlliesBest
Race, Religion, Black Lives Matter Q+A Allies Best 2020-06-07 | In this video I am answering your questions about race, religion, black lives matter, Judaism, and being a Jew of Color. "What Not To Say To Jews Of Color": youtube.com/watch?v=Xwgzp2DKics&t=70sRESOURCES & TOOLS REGARDING RACISM & ANTI/BLACKNESS& How to be a Better Ally Created By: Tatum Dorrell, Matt Herndon, Jourdan Dorrell: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bUJrgX8vspyy7YttiEC2vD0DawrpPYiZs94V0ov7qZQ/htmlview?usp=drivesdk&pru=AAABcpn2lVY*fx66Ho07UqKKdW8lNiraKg&urp=gmail_link
DIY Sunroom Makeover Allies Best 2020-05-26 | Come along with me as we makeover our sunroom! It’s nice to have a new family space to hang out in. I have always loved a diy room makeover so it was fun to get in and paint the room and buy new room decor!
New Mom Hacks: 10 Things I Wish I Did Differently Before Having a Baby Allies Best 2020-05-21 | Having a baby for the first time means there is a huge learning curve! Now that I am through the first 6 months, I felt like looking back at what I would do differently before having a baby.My First Two Weeks Postpartum Video: youtube.com/watch?v=xfGnS6oQtqg&t=28sConnect With Me:Instagram: @AlliesBest
My 1st Mothers Day Allies Best 2020-05-11 | MY first mother's day wasn't what I had imagined for myself when I day dreamed about this day- but it was still magical in it's own way.
My First Week with a Skincare Routine | How To Wash Your Face with Clean Skin Care Products Allies Best 2020-05-09 | I decided to get a skincare routine for the first time! With the help of my friend Liz and the Beauty Counter products she sent me, I learned how to wash my face like an adult! I also learned all about clean beauty products and the makeup/ skincare industry!CONTACT LIZ WITH ALL YOUR BEAUTY COUNTER QUESTIONS AND ORDERS:email: tausend.liz@gmail.comwebsite: www.beautycounter.com/liztausendPRODUCTS (gifted)Counterstart Cleanser: beautycounter.com/product/counterstart-cococream-cleanserCounterstart Mositurizer: beautycounter.com/liztausend?goto=/product/counterstart-cocoboost-moisturizerOvernight Resurfacing Peel: beautycounter.com/liztausend?goto=/product/counter-plus-overnight-resurfacing-peelCountermatch Eye Cream: beautycounter.com/liztausend?goto=/product/countermatch-eye-rescue-creamDew Skin SPF: beautycounter.com/liztausend?goto=/product/dew-skin-tinted-moisturizer-spf-20/variant-840Band Of Beauty Membership: beautycounter.com/liztausend?goto=/member-progr
100 Blessings Challenge Invitation: Count Your Blessings Allies Best 2020-04-23 | There is a Jewish tradition of saying 100 blessings a day and I got to thinking, what would it look like if I really took the time to be thankful for 100 things in a day?Join me on YouTube or @alliesbest on Instagram (and for templates) on April 25th to share 100 things you are thankful for!
Organize with Me | Pantry Organization 2020 & How to Fix a Pantry Shelf Allies Best 2020-04-19 | These days, a lucky number of us are dealing with overflowing pantries as we load up on pantry staples for multiple weeks at a time. Our pantry needed to be organized once a pantry self broke and we needed to fix the shelf in the pantry. Come organize the pantry with me!
Vlog-over Nights 2-4 | Passover 2020 Allies Best 2020-04-12 | Well- these days really blurred together in reality and on YouTube! These nights of Passover were really just focused on entertaining the baby and handling the basics of living inside during quarantine.
Trip to the Emergency Room? Vlog-Over: Passover 2020 | Night 1 Allies Best 2020-04-09 | This Passover (Passover 2020) is looking different for everyone this year with shelter in place happening all over the world. We planning of having a Cyber Seder/ Zoom Seder but all that went out the window when. my baby started acting sick... and we ended up with a trip to the emergency room!
Baby Consignment Haul: Monkei Miles (Supporting Small Businesses: Ep. 1) Allies Best 2020-04-06 | I love buying baby clothes from baby consignment stores. My favorite kids consignment store, Monkei Miles, just started selling things through Instagram to deal with the current shut down. Their curated second hand baby items are beautiful and her choices of stylish/ name brand baby clothing is spot on.Instagram Consignment is such an amazing way to be able to continue to support this small business. Where to Find Monkei Miles:instagram: instagram.com/monkeimilesfacebook: facebook.com/monkeimileswebsite: thecollabsf.com------CONNECT WITH ME-------email: contact.alliesbest@gmail.cominstagram: AlliesBest
I Make Challah for the First Time Allies Best 2020-03-31 | I made challah for the first time! I get grouchy throughout the video because trying new things like making bread can be hard BUT in the end it was totally worth it! Making challah was easy actually. Link to recipe: thekitchn.com/how-to-make-challah-bread-181004------CONECT WITH ME-------email: contact.alliesbest@gmail.cominstagram: AlliesBest
Going Synagogue for the FIRST TIME in Years: Celebrating Purim 2020 (Before Covid Shelter in Place) Allies Best 2020-03-24 | A couple of weeks ago I decided it was time to go back to shul after not going to synagogue for maybe 5 years. I went for Purim (with Bowie) at the suggestion of a member and it was a great time! Folks were welcoming and two women really took me under their wing to make me feel welcomed. I was so excited to start going on Saturdays- but then quickly there after our county and then the entire state were given shelter in place orders because of coronavirus.I’m Allie and I love in Northern California with my daughter, husband, and two dogs! I love sharing about motherhood, Judaism, and trying your best no matter how new you are at something!Instagram: @alliesbest
Babys First Food: Traditional Weening with Homemade Purees Allies Best 2020-03-14 | Feeding a baby for the first time can be so nerve racking! We decided to start with purées for traditional weaning but one day we may do baby lead weaning down the line. I’m Allie and I love in Northern California with my daughter, husband, and two dogs! I love sharing about motherhood, Judaism, and trying your best no matter how new you are at something!Instagram: @alliesbest
How to Support a New Mom Allies Best 2020-03-12 | Being a new mom is hard- but being the friend of a new mom is also a challenge! Supporting a new mom and helping a new mom is such an important job- and it can be difficult to know exactly what a new mom needs.I’m Allie and I live in rural California with my husband, 4 month old daughter, and two dogs. My channel is all about trying your best- even in areas you know nothing about.
Mishloach Manot Unboxing | DIY Gift Basket for Purim Allies Best 2020-03-02 | Purim is coming! I absolutely LOVE the tradition of sending Mishloach Manot (Purim gift baskets) it was such a wonderful surprise to get this box. I will absolutely continue this tradition of mailing gifts and snacks around this time of year. It so nice to bring a little cheer (and snacks) into the winter time of year. Here are the other moms in this collaboration! Make sure to check out each of their videos.Jar of FirefliesChannel: youtube.com/channel/UCWB4XNonLTcoc8UywD4M9vQCollab Video: youtu.be/wrqC_3vDMJIMy Jewish Mommy LifeChannel: youtube.com/channel/UCAXxAPAeVNFoZemrkfKcaLACollab Video: youtu.be/o_j8I6o7IgYLittle Kosher LunchChannel: youtube.com/channel/UCJP8KvXMNGeClSTHXGYcWDwCollab Video: youtu.be/O9B9FjStpGYEveryday Jewish MomChannel: youtube.com/channel/UCxTK61rpb7YBb9ZjzFw3o3wCollab Video: youtu.be/O9B9FjStpGYJewish Education at HomeChannel: youtube.com/channel/UC9be9ZzghfblTcPKPuMMbdQCollab Video: youtube.com/watch?v=BSMuiEINbsMErica TerryChannel: youtube.com/channel/UCb0N2ISv5MtoOoFprMLHQVwCollab Video:
Evening Routine With Baby: My 4 Month Olds Night Time Routine Allies Best 2020-02-27 | At four months old I feel like we are finally starting to get in the swing of a somewhat regular night time schedule for our baby. I try to focus on having a very calm evening that includes a few bottles, a bath, cuddles, and reading a few books.PJ Library sends a free monthly Jewish book to any Jewish child who signs up! These books are incredible resources and include lesson plans for parts and even activities for families to do together. They are also the amazing sponsors for this video.Sign up To get Free Jewish Books for Kids: http://bit.ly/2teNipJ Amazon Book Box: amzn.to/2SyMLro A Quick Guide on Saying the Sh'ma Over Your Baby at Night: pjlibrary.org/beyond-books/pjblog/july-2018/creating-a-bedtime-routine-for-babies-and-toddlersI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing about.
Two Unique Hamantaschen Recipes For Purim: Rice Crispy Hamantaschen and Pizza Hanmantaschen Allies Best 2020-02-24 | I am so excited for Purim! We don't have many plans but I am so excited to make hamantaschen. This year for mishloach manot, I decided to make unique hamantaschen. A rice crispy version and a pizza version!It was all so easy to do- like cheater recipes- super easy to follow along. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing about.
Babys First Trip to the San Francisco Zoo | A DITL in San Francisco Allies Best 2020-02-23 | Baby goes to the zoo! Our baby's first time at the zoo was quick and fun! The San Francisco Zoo is a place I have been going to since I was Bowie-Mae's age. After looking at the animals we hung out in the Sunset District with some friends. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing about.
Vlog: Baby Time at The Library | A Day Out with Baby Allies Best 2020-02-19 | Bowie-Mae is 4 months old now and we are finally building a baby routine (that I am sure will change again soon). Once a week we go into a near by town for the baby reading time- and it is a big highlight of the week. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: Making Reading with Baby Fun (For Free!) Allies Best 2020-02-12 | Reading with a baby is so important, but it can also be... a little bit boring. I am so excited that I found the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. This reading challenge is made so much easier with free books and cheap books. Libraries are amazing resources for free books but there are other options for free and cheap books.PJ Library sends a free monthly Jewish book to any Jewish child who signs up! These books are incredible resources and include lesson plans for parts and even activities for families to do together. They are also the amazing sponsors for this video.Sign up To get Free Jewish Books for Kids: http://bit.ly/2teNipJAmazon Book Box: amzn.to/2SyMLroI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing about.
Baby Clothes Organization: How to Organize a Babys Entire Wardrobe Allies Best 2020-02-08 | Organizing baby clothes into a baby's closet or a baby's dresser can be difficult especially if you are considering how to organize different sized baby clothes. I am so happy with me system to organize all of the baby clothes in all sizes. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
Hanging Our First Mezuzah for Our Jewish Home Allies Best 2020-02-05 | During my pregnancy and after the birth of my daughter, I felt a huge urge to reconnect to Judaism. I had never intended to lose touch with my personal connection to Judaism but through moving away from where I grew up to a rural area it just happened. This winter I decided the first step was to make my Judaism more public- and part of that step was to hang a mezuzah! The whole family got involved and I am so happy to have this symbol of my religion on the door post of my house. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
My New Makeup Routine: Following Makeup Advice from Alexis Lupo Beauty Allies Best 2020-01-31 | Alexis gave me the BEST advice about my makeup routine. I loved all the changes I made and the new mascara I bought! These little makeup changes really made an amazing impact. My Makeup Video: youtube.com/watch?v=PWEfHVc2-R4&t=1sAlexis's Reaction Video: youtu.be/CxuwKD_8s3sAlexis's full mess video: youtube.com/watch?v=r4K8D5UWghQ&t=8sMy Reaction to Her Mess: youtu.be/E23aJNT6zJAI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
Reaction to Alexis Makeup Mess: How to Organize Your Makeup Allies Best 2020-01-29 | While doing makeup is Alexis's expertise- organizing makeup was something she was struggling with. In this reaction video, I give Alexis some tips to improve her make storage and help her create a system to mange incoming and outgoing makeup. Make sure to check the links below for the full collaboration and to Subscribe to Alexis's Channel.Alexis's full mess video: youtube.com/watch?v=r4K8D5UWghQ&t=8sOn her channel today- she reacts to my makeup video from Monday in order to give me makeup tips!My Makeup Video: youtube.com/watch?v=PWEfHVc2-R4&t=1sAlexis's Reaction Video: youtu.be/CxuwKD_8s3sI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
My Current Makeup Routine: Help Me Alexis! Collab Allies Best 2020-01-27 | I am so glad I get to collaborate with Alexis from Alexis Lupo Beauty this week! On my channel I am walking Alexis through my makeup routine so that she can react and give me the tips and tricks I need to improve it! I am also making a video helping her tackle her makeup mess. Make sure to subscribe to us both to get the full effect!I am not a makeup expert but I did DIY my own wedding makeup! I have been using that look as my everyday makeup look since. Alexis... help me make this better!Alexis’s Makeup Clutter Video: Allie's Best Helps Me Organize My Makeup Collection! Send Help! youtu.be/r4K8D5UWghQI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
DIY Baby Bow and Hair Accessory Organizer: Organization DIY Challenge with the DIY Mommy Allies Best 2020-01-25 | I am obsessed with my daughters bows and hair accessories and I really needed a new way to organize her hair bows. This hair accessory organizer frame was the perfect way to go and so easy to make! Get $5 off your first month of a bow subscription box with Little Poppy Co: http://rwrd.io/s44nnlnThis video is in collaboration with the DIY Mommy for her Organization DIY and Decor Challenge. Watch the whole playlist here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdgMcYYc0hOsajzbWZQEdwcCnLD0__fo5&jct=dd59K07yt8f6mbzdhbhd7CvMoSpDeg&app=desktopAnd find the DIY Mommy's Channel here:youtube.com/channel/UCbnY-O1Pse1lekxYWqVJwggI'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbestAll opinions are my own. This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate or referral links for which I get a small commission or reward at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the business that support Allie's Best.
Day In The Life Vlog: Long Day With a Baby Allies Best 2020-01-20 | My daughter is 3 months old now, so life is looking a little bit different these days! It wasn't a perfect or super productive day - but many days are like that when you have a little one. I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, daughter, and two puppies. My channel is all about trying you best- even in areas you know nothing abut. Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBestPinterest: pinterest.com/alliesbest
What Not to Say to Jews Of Color Allies Best 2020-01-17 | In America these days, it is hard to be Black and it is hard to be a Jew... so imagine, if you will, what life is like for a Black Jew. Being a Black Jew, or any Jew of Color means that, among other things, you get strange, rude, inquisitive, annoying, racist, and anti-semitic comments made to you often by people who have no idea the impact or meaning of their words. Here is a small look into the kinds of things folks really just need to stop saying to Jews of Color in the next decade!I'm Allie. I live in California with my husband, newborn baby girl, and two puppies. My channel is all about being your best self through motivation, goal setting, and trying new things!Other places to find me:Instagram: AlliesBest, PantrySurprise
