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There comes a time in every parents’ evening story time when you’ve read the same book so many times you recite it from heart. Although kids love the repetition and familiarity of their favorite stories, adding a new book to your repertoire can spark new pathways for little imaginations to take. When browsing for stories, … Read more
While family game night may or may not be in your regular weekly routine, games are a fantastic way for the entire family to come together and created shared memories and experiences. Playing games teaches kids important skills like taking turns, working together, how to be a good competitor, and strategy. Whether you buy your … Read more
It wasn’t until I became a parent with a school-aged child that I understood the parental desperation to understand what their kids did all day. After being away from our little people for hours, we are so excited to hear about all the amazing learning and growth our kids are doing at school. We wonder: … Read more
This pretend play burger shop game is a giggling blast! Burger Mania Game Earlier this week we purchased the Burger Mania board game, a totally fun game that tests skill and speed in an awesome family challenge. The game concept is super simple. You pull a card and build the burger on a moving conveyer belt. There … Read more
While we have two kids in the house that can always play a game together, I think it’s smart to have single player board games on hand as well. There are times that kids need down time or prefer to play alone, and I love having a selection of games, like the Spitting Camel Game, … Read more
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Glad for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. I cant believe it was just a few years ago that we took a leap and moved from our house to a brand new home, in a city about 45 minutes up the road, making the … Read more
I’m a sponsored Align Influencer, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. Why probiotics should be in your family’s daily routine I am no stranger to digestive issues. Not typically my own, mind you, but my kids and my spouse? Let’s just say the bathroom gets its fair share of … Read more
Looking for Gift Ideas for Tween Girls? Finding gifts for tweens can be incredibly challenging. As the name implies, these kids are poised on the brink of childhood and adolescence, making understanding their likes and wants rather illusive. The key to a savvy gift is to find activities that fit with your tween’s interests or … Read more
With Valentines Day just days away, you may be thinking of the flowers, candy, and romantic evening out. Or you may not because like us, you are one of the millions that celebrate with kids- AND LOVE IT. This year, I wanted to encourage you to celebrate your family with one of these 102 ideas … Read more
Article sponsored in partnership with Blog Meets Brand Around here, coffee and doughnuts are not just a treat, they are a staple. They define a fun Saturday morning and a positive way to start the day. Around Valentine’s Day when the heart-shaped doughnuts appear, they are also impossible to resist. No surprises there considering Valentines Day is one … Read more
Sponsored by Mirum Shopper. The older I get, the more my skin changes. I have red spots that were never there before (and the esthetician said are permanent), my skin is ALWAYS dry no matter what $200 bottle of moisturizer I buy, and wrinkles show up day by day. Listen, gals, this too will happen … Read more
This post in Partnership with Beneful When it comes to the holidays, we are always talking about food and travel. Both of those things are awesome and we do a lot of them around here from October through New Years. But one thing we all fail to really talk about is our pets during this … Read more
This year Trolls was such an anticipated movie. With several well-known stars and a cast of colorful characters, it brought back the nostalgia from when I was a kid to the modern day era. I haven’t gotten to see it yet, but my kids both went with their grandparents and totally raved. I know that the … Read more
Every year the kids excitedly rip into their presents wondering what is inside. From remote control cars to dolls that walk, the toys get more nad more amazing every year. Unfortunately, they are also lacking a few things- namely, batteries. Every parent on the planet with good intentions has had a disappointed child with a … Read more
It’s only weeks away from Christmas and gift giving is everywhere. This year I have tried to make sure all my gifts are full of personalization and really mean something to the person I am gifting. The problem is that some personalization and creativity can take time and on a limited schedule, the availability isn’t … Read more