Before we had kids, Valentine’s Day entailed a romantic evening out and sweet nothings inscribed on cute cards. Today, with three little boys, Valentine’s Day is no less fun, but it has taken on a little different tone… The kids come home from school super excited to exchange Valentine cards, make Valentine crafts, and decorate… [read more]
Top 5 Valentine’s Gifts to Say ‘I Love You’ to Your Kids
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Empowering Kids by Teaching Them to Make their Own School Lunch
August 15, 2016 by
Thank you to Sprout’s and Box Tops for sponsoring this conversation! Happy New School Year! We have had such an amazing summer! I’m not sure I’ve ever packed so much fun into two months before. But..(you knew it was coming, right?) I need some rest. I started summer completely burned out. Now, I’m looking forward… [read more]
Road Trip With Kids: Tips, Games, Car Hacks to Save Your Sanity
June 5, 2016 by
Thank you to those brands who provided samples for this Road Trip with Kids article. Our collective sanity thanks you! Going on a road trip with kids can be overwhelming for parents, particularly if your kids don’t have a lot of practice spending hours or days upon end in the car. As spring turns to… [read more]
10 Awesome Ideas to Make Family Dinners FUN!
April 22, 2016 by
Tired of the Dinnertime Drudgery? Have you ever sat at the dinner table surrounded by your insane beloved children and asked yourself, “remind me why we are submitting ourselves to this torture”. It is no question that gathering around the table once a day and eating a meal together as a family has it’s benefits…. [read more]
The NEW Boon SPAN and FORB MINI + Apple Crisp Muffin Recipe
April 12, 2016 by
Scroll down for our delicious Apple Crisp Muffin Recipe! This post contains affiliate links. If you decide to purchase through these links (THANK YOU!!!) I will receive a small commission. I may be alone in this, but cleaning dishes relaxes me! What does not relax me: gross sponges and dishwasher water filled dishes! Ew! Now… [read more]
Skip the Training Wheels! Strider Balance Bike Review
February 9, 2016 by
A sample product was provided at no cost to facilitate this STRIDER Balance Bike review. STRIDER Balance Bike Review We are a big outdoors family, which means my husband is excited for when our son can go out and do things with us, especially bike riding. So, when our son started getting older and enjoyed… [read more]
Six Easy Tips for Getting Baby to Sleep
January 31, 2016 by
A couple weeks ago I talked about the importance of a sleep schedule for your infant or toddler. Today I wanted to revisit a few additional tips for getting baby to sleep. Sleep deprivation is one of the hardest things to deal with as a new mom. You’re tired and drained, making your mood low,… [read more]
The Importance of a Sleep Schedule for Your Infant and Toddler + Candide Baby Crib Mattress Review
January 12, 2016 by
Sleep Schedule for Your Infant or Toddler A lot of modern parents balk when they hear the words “sleep schedule”. Actually, I’m not sure balk is strong enough language. How about this: A lot of modern parents scorn the phrase “sleep schedule for your infant”. I think of myself as a balance between the progressive parent… [read more]
Is Your Child’s Development on Track? Answers from an Expert
December 16, 2015 by
Disclosure: Thank you to VTech for providing a sample for review. One of my favorite parts of parenthood is watching my children hit their developmental milestones. Occasionally, if you’re paying attention, you can see them make a cognitive or developmental leap. Our youngest, for example, has been a relatively late talker when compared to his… [read more]
How We Messed Up Our Kid’s Teeth and What We’re Doing To Fix It #Listerine
November 16, 2015 by
Disclosure: I taught my child the importance of oral health care with LISTERINE® Smart Rinse, as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars #LISTERINE We are no strangers to dental drama. Learning proper dental hygiene for yourself is one thing. Learning proper dental hygiene for your kids is an entirely different ball game. Ironically, our… [read more]
5 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Household for Baby and You
November 7, 2015 by
While you’re busy making sure that you get all your bases covered for baby’s daily care regimen, feeding, bedding, and more, don’t forget his environment. Newborns quickly turn into toddlers, and you’ll find it will greatly benefit both you and baby to be prepared. One of the best ways to ensure that you’re providing a… [read more]
Get the Kids Out of the House and Outside with the Lil’ Monkey Climber
September 8, 2015 by
Summer break may be over, but that doesn’t mean your kids days enjoying the outdoors need to end. Now that the kids are back in school it is even more important that they get good outdoor play and exercise each day. Exercise not only strengthens their little muscles, builds coordination and motor skills, and gives… [read more]
Finally, a Mess-Free Way for Babies and Toddlers to Eat Independently! Pouch Pal Review
July 13, 2015 by
Thank you to Pouch Pal for sponsoring this post and sending a sample for review. All opinions expressed here are honest and are my own. It was one of those days when I was trying to fit all my weekly errands in before lunch time and my toddler’s nap time. I had to go to the… [read more]
Extreme Clothing Sensitivites + KidOFit Shoes for Kids with Sensory Issues
March 31, 2015 by
“Sorry, you’re 10 minutes late. We can’t let you in.” I was exhausted, crushed, and frustrated. I knew it would be terrible if I, a mom with 3 kids in tow, broke down in tears because they wouldn’t let my 5 year old into library story time because we were 10 minutes late. But the… [read more]
