Anybody here love Disneyland? I'm going to imagine millions of hands shooting into the air because, really, who doesn't love Disney... Today we have guest poster and DisneyLand enthusiast Danielle, from Busy Mom's Helper, to share her tips with Read More
The best (natural) way to actually get rid of lice
I know that there is a lot of wrong information out there about lice removal, and since school has started back and our kids will soon be coming home with the note about a classmate having lice, I wanted to share something that I learned. I think Read More
How to unpack quickly after moving
They say that moving is one of the ten most stressful things that you will do, but honestly, it wasn’t that way for us. After several moves, we've figured out how to unpack quickly. We moved and were unpacked, each time, within a week. Today I Read More
Daily, weekly, monthly cleaning list
I like to have a tidy house and it is possible, even with children. However, with four children, I have given up on having a home that looks pristine. If I'm being completely honest, I don't want it to look pristine. I want it to look like a home Read More
Back to school traditions
Every year, I line our kids up in the yard and snap a picture. Their first day... and every year, I think about how much they have changed when I look at the picture and compare it to the year before. Back to school traditions are so much fun Read More
The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice
Every morning, it starts over. We get a chance to shape the lives of our children. The way that we talk to our children becomes their inner voice. Think about when your kids make a poor decision... they spill milk on their homework (when they Read More
Research shows schools with more recess have happier, smarter, friendlier and more focused students
It has been proven that recess is critical for a child's social, emotional, and cognitive development. Now research is actually showing how schools with more recess have happier, smarter, and more focused students. In fact, recess even helps Read More
Gift Guide: Best STEAM & STEM Toys for kids
Everyone knows that I value experiences over toys, but I am a play therapist and I was a teacher... I also see the value of a good toy! Our son, Beau, could build all day long - give him a set of blocks and he will spend the day creating. Give him Read More
Put an End to Whining
"Moooommmm... I just waannnttt a coookkkkiieeee...." Oh, yes, the whining voice. My least favorite voice to hear. The voice that seems to come around more when they are hungry, tired or not happy. We all have whining kids at one point or Read More
Apple Cobbler
Fall is almost here & that makes it the perfect season to bake up a great recipe! This Apple Cobbler recipe is not only delicious, but it is much easier to make than it looks! This week, Jack asked if we could make apple cobbler. He Read More
5 practical & helpful time-saving tips for school mornings
Today's post is sponsored by Ibotta, which works out perfectly since It's just in time for back to school shopping! ;) Weekday mornings can be busy, so we are sharing 5 practical & helpful time-saving tips to get kids ready faster on school Read More
Unique Birthday Gift Ideas for kids
Science says experiences are greater gifts to give than toys, but I am a play therapist, so I also see the value of having toys around. I actually completely agree with both: toys & experiences. These gifts for kids that I am sharing today Read More
Free Disney World Resort Activities to Enjoy at the Hotels
Not everything at Walt Disney World has to cost a ton of money. Sometimes it is just really nice to take a break from the theme parks for a day and enjoy a day at the hotel. You can always find something for free at the resorts while taking some Read More
We are their safe place – sometimes they just need us.
I am excited to be working with Google for this partnered program and I'm ready to tell you all about it because there is nothing more important than our families... They just need us. They just need us. We are their safe place. A few months Read More
I’m a mom, too.
Last week, during one of our trips to Hilton Head, my Aunt and Uncle brought my cousin's four-year-old son to visit. While he was there, my Aunt apologized to me when he was being loud, while one of the other kids was still asleep. I told her what Read More
What you REALLY need for baby and what you shouldn’t waste your money on:
Parenthood comes with all new stresses (and joys...SO MANY joys). Don't let the idea of baby stuff taking over your house stress you out. I'm here today to tell you what you REALLY need for baby (and what you shouldn't waste your money Read More
It was worth it…
It just snuck up on me. I was sitting on his bed, talking to him about the night that he was born, how the doctors tried to stop him from coming so early and how his daddy was in the shower when I yelled for him to hurry up. He heard about how I Read More
Teach Kids to Have a Growth Mindset
Did you know that if you teach kids to have a Growth Mindset, your children will be smarter, happier throughout life, healthier, more athletic, and more successful overall? Studies and statistics prove it. Let me explain... Picture this Read More
Studies Show That Yelling Causes More Discipline Issues & Misbehavior
Did you know that you can stop yelling to get your kids to listen? It's true. The best part? Your kids will start listening more, start respecting you more, and you'll feel more connected with your child. In fact, studies show that yelling Read More
Why Cousins are the Best (and so important for kids!)
"Mom?" I hear from the other room. It's my (almost) 13-year-old. "Can Dylan come over today?" Music to my ears. Dylan is his 10-year-old cousin. "Yeah! Yeah!" I hear the other boys yell. "Don't forget about Lia!" my daughter yells, Read More
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