Fall is such a fun time of year, especially with little ones. But, carving pumpkins is hard and messy with little ones, especially the toddler and preschooler crowds. We’re often told to paint pumpkins instead, but sometimes, we just don’t want the mess of paint, or we want to […]
We all want a calm, peaceful home. It’s what Hollywood movies are made about (or the lack of calm and peacefulness in the form of a comedy). It’s what we envision our perfect days looking like and how we thought motherhood would be. But, let’s be real. […]
Summer is a great time to spend time together as a family. You might have weddings, family reunions, camping trips, and other “big” stuff to go to. But, you don’t have to do all the bigger stuff to have fun together as a family. Often, it’s the seemingly simple and […]
5 Simple Things to do NOW to Prepare your Toddler for Kindergarten… no preparing or special books or stuff required! 🙂 Plus, why homeschooling your little one is easier than you might think! There’s no denying it. Being a mom is hard work! Being a mom in the 21st […]
How I’ve strengthened my family bonds while saving electricity AND earning money in the process… say what?! That’s a mouthful, but it’s true. You might be an expert multi-tasker if… … you strengthen your bond with your kids… …. while reducing your power bill…. … AND earn money […]
Have you ever thought, “Yay! I’ve booked my vacation. Buuuut, traveling with little kids sounds like work. Where do we begin? What do we need? How do we actually enjoy our vacation??” First, relax. Take a deep breath and picture all the fun you’ll have on your trip. Then, […]
When was the last time you REALLY spent time with your kids? As in, gave them your FULL attention and made them feel special? It doesn’t take much, but it can be hard to do, especially if you have more than one child, are a single parent, or spend […]
Easy Keepsakes and Craft Projects for Kids and Busy Moms who “aren’t crafty” So, you want to make something cute for mom, grandma, auntie, or another special woman in your life, but you’re not quite sure where to begin? And, maybe you don’t want to break the bank with […]
{This post contains affiliate links.} One of the struggles of being a mom is taking a shower. I know it sounds like something that should be easy to do, but it’s amazing what little ones can get into while we’re taking a quick shower! So, just how does a stay-at-home […]
Why “board” games? Now, not all toddler and preschooler games are technically “board” games, but I’m going to lump them all into that category if they come in a box and are something you can play together. What are some reasons we should play board games with toddlers and […]
Road Trip Survival Tips for Traveling with Toddlers {This post contains affiliate links.} So, you want to hit the road with your kids, but the thought of being stuck in a car for hours on end can seem a bit daunting, to say the least. Other than throwing a bunch […]
Slime. It’s ooey. It’s gooey. It’s all the rage. And, when you have a little scientist who loves her experiments, this is loads of fun. {This post contains affiliate links.} So, what is MindWare’s Science Academy: Slime Lab? The Science Academy: Slime Lab is a box that comes with everything […]