Yesterday I heard that stores are already running out of the best toys for the year. I love to do my shopping early, but not just because they may run out, mostly because I love to find great (unique) things at great prices. :) My stocking stuffer list isn't any different. Stocking Stuffers ...
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Why I put my kids to bed at 7
Why I put my kids to bed at 7:00 ... it is a hot topic, that's for sure! Yes, our kids are in bed around 7:00 every night and asleep by around 7:30 every night. Our older kids are in bed later (around 8:00 or 8:30, because they need less sleep, but that didn't start until they turned nine years ...
2 year old is still waking up at night? Advice from a Pediatrician
Several years ago, when our child was still waking up at night (two years old at the time), I went into our Doctor's office with this complaint… "My 2-year-old is still waking up at night ." Her advice changed our nights! I was recently talking to a friend having the same issues, so I decided ...
8 activities to keep kids entertained … for when kids have spare time that needs to be filled
Sometimes, you just need a "filler" for your day. You need something that is going to give you thirty minutes of quiet time (well- no kids under your feet time) while you cook, or fifteen minutes of quiet time while you are getting a quick shower. So, I wanted to share some ideas with you for a ...
Packing for a trip with kids! (with a video hack you’ll love!)
This post was written by me through an activation with HireInfluence on behalf of Howard Johnson Hotels. Although I received compensation for participating in the campaign, all thoughts and opinions are my own. If you are packing for a trip with kids, I have a few easy tips to get your ...
Potty training in three days (ages 18 months and up)
Potty training in three days is what we have done with all four of our kids (three boys & a little girl). We even Potty Train in a Weekend! Yes, really! This post has become my most-viewed post and has turned my Potty Train in a Weekend Book into a #1 Amazon best-seller because it really ...
The Best Tips to Help You Save Money on Back to School Supplies
It is about that time of the year again when the stores are flooded with back to school items and every parent wonders how to save money. It seems next to impossible, as the lists are endless. With all the items you need for school, the money can add up, today we wanted to share some helpful tips ...
DIY Fluffy Slime (non-sticky slime!)
Today we are making non sticky slime! Our kids have been asking to make slime for weeks (really), but I've been putting it off. We just had our floors refinished two weeks ago and I was nervous to have it anywhere near the floors. But... the teacher in me said "Go for it! A little ...
Should I redshirt my Kindergartener?
If you are asking yourself "Should I wait another year to send my child to Kindergarten?", you have come to the right place (I hope!). I have had to make this decision about Kindergarten with all of our children... and I've always had the same answer. According to ABC NEWS, "We ...
printable Kindergarten sight words (& how to use it)
Here is a FREE printable list of Kindergarten Sight Words. PS- Be sure to read these 5 (non-academic) skills that your kids need to know before Kindergarten. Here is HOW you use this list: Introduce your child to the list (show your child, hang it up, read them). Read all of the words to ...
Embracing the night shift
Do you ever feel like you are up all night, just embracing the night shift? I remember those moments, but don't speed past them too quickly. These are the important ones. Today I am partnering with Parent's Choice to talk about embracing the night-time feeding with your child. To ...
Back porch Family Sleepover
When I was little, my favorite thing to do was to have a sleepover on my back screened-in porch. I would have sleepovers out there for my birthday parties, with my friends, or just with my family. I can remember swinging on my porch swing, talking to friends, eating candy... what could be better? A ...
Back porch (family) Sleepover Party
When I was little, my favorite thing to do was to have a sleepover on my back screened-in porch. I would have sleepovers out there for my birthday parties, with my friends, or just with my family. I can remember swinging on my porch swing, talking to friends, eating candy... what could be better? A ...
Why I love Being a Boy Mom
Are you a "Boy Mom"? I hear that term a lot now... and as a mom of boys myself, I wanted to tell you just why I love being a boy mom. Yes, I love being a mom to three boys and a girl. They're all such wonderfully unique and interesting people. However, I very quickly learned that raising boys ...
5 Tips for a Successful Family Vacation (and Dynacraft Bike Reviews)
Today I have partnered with Dynacraft to share some tips for a successful family vacation. Summer is here and so are these family vacations. Growing up, we would have two big family beach trips every summer. I have so many good memories of these times with my family and desire for our family ...
Family Fun Ideas for Ice Cream Month
Family Fun Ideas for Ice Cream Month Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month? That's a month of sweet, delicious, sugary ice cream goodness! Former President Ronald Reagan proclaimed July National Ice Cream Month in 1984 and Americans have been savoring the excuse for icy sweetness ever ...
Ice Cream Memory Match Game
Ice Cream Memory Match Game Since we can't eat ice cream all day every day during the month of July, we can at least play some ice cream games, right? Last summer, we created Ice Cream Memory Match to keep the kids engaged and it's been a favorite ever since. I printed it out on cardstock and ...
10 speech therapy ideas to do at home (support your therapy with at-home practice)
NOTE: BEFORE YOU DIVE INTO THIS LIST of 10 speech therapy ideas to do at home: If your child has speech delays, call a local speech pathologist to have your child assessed. Work on a plan to help your child reach success. You can find a speech pathologist through your pediatrician or your ...
3 tips for a Chuck E Cheese’s Birthday Party
Last year, we had Ethan's birthday party at Chuck E Cheese's and this year we held Beau's there. I work with Chuck E Cheese's often on sponsored posts, like this one, so it was no surprise that we would want to hold their birthday party there. I love working with companies like this, because you ...
10 things teachers are doing that you probably don’t notice
Toms of Maine and I are sharing 10 things teachers are doing that you probably don't notice. For a second year, Tom’s of Maine and DonorsChoose.org have joined forces to launch the #GreenSchoolFund, which will give $1 million to support environmental education in classrooms nationwide. Because of ...
