Back in my early parenting days, I used to pack a massive church bag. I had an extra outfit for the baby, at least a dozen baby toys, books, snacks, diapers, formula, the works. Even when my daughter got a bit older, I still packed a way-too-big church bag. Toys, coloring books, multiple snacks, etc. …
Easily add any essential oil to the best home made play dough for a calming sensory experience for kids (and adults!). I posted awhile back about the amazing play dough recipe we use. Its a great recipe (perfectly squishy and soft!), and we make it even more fun with a healthy dose of glitter and …
The absolute best and easiest home made play dough recipe you’ll ever find! Dough is perfectly soft and squishy and stays together. Add glitter for extra fun! I have made this play dough recipe over and over and over through the years. It is hands down THE BEST. It’s easy to make, doesn’t crumble and …
You don’t have to suffer with early wakeups forever! These simple tips will help your child sleep in, so everyone gets the rest they need. Before becoming a mom, 8am was an early morning for me. I typically would have to set my alarm if I needed to be awake any earlier than 10am. Oh …
My youngest is 2.5 yrs, and BUSY. She is too young for much solo imaginative play, and lets be honest, “playing” with her older sister doesn’t always work out well either. I keep thinking that one day they will start paying Barbies together for hours at a time, like my sister and I did. But …
When our child is not listening, disobedient, acting out, we want to punish and demand that they change their behavior, but there is an easier way to fix your kid’s attitude. I didn’t really give much thought to my parenting philosophy until my oldest daughter was about 3. She was stubborn, and hated to be …
No need to overcomplicate things with the “experts”! Here’s how to do potty training faster and easier than you thought. When my oldest daughter, Leah, was younger, I was definitely the milestone obsessed mother. I had a stupid timeline in my head on when she was “supposed to” do certain things. Give up bottles at …
Getting a great deal at Carter’s is easier than you think! Carter’s is my favorite place to get clothes for my baby/toddler/preschooler/little kid. Their stuff is well made, and the styles are sweet and age appropriate, just the right amount of trendy. I’m totally addicted to buying kids clothes! I have two little girls, and …
I was not paid or compensated in any way to write this post. All opinions are mine. It’s no secret, I love IKEA. It totally fits my criteria: colorful, practical, modern and inexpensive. Win! We have an IKEA relatively close, about 40 mins away. My mom and I probably head up there more often than …
Green smoothies are not a new thing. But there are a few tricks to making them yummy and easy, but still healthy. Because if its going to make a huge mess in your kitchen, and your kids refuse to drink it, what’s the freaking point?!? Just so you know, I am TOTALLY qualified to write …