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We all know that there's no magic and all-knowing manual that comes with our children. Parenting is a constant learning experience, especially since each child can be so different. Here are some parenting tips we've learned along the way, after all "it takes a village."
Summer break is one of the most celebrated times of the year by children of all ages, but especially teens. Who can blame them? They’ve been at school all year-long and are longing for summer break activities that scream fun, little to no responsibility and countless hours spent with their friends. For the few short monthsread more…
Wondering how to keep your car clean as a Parent? It can be quite a challenge. Between shouts of “Are we there yet?” and “I need to go to the bathroom!” you’re trying to keep the little ones entertained and organized while driving to your destination. Phew! With these car tips, you’ll enjoy every minute of thatread more…
Fashion trends tend to change at the drop of the hat. I remember my college years quite vividly, and I’m embarrassed to think that what I wore then was actually considered fashion! But for children, fashion trends tend to stick around just a little bit longer than for adults. And thank goodness! My girls have handread more…
When it comes to being a parent, some days are seriously better than others. You know those moments growing up when you thought you weren’t going to end up like your parents? That no matter what, you were going to parent your own children way different than you were parented? Well, we were all wrong.read more…
I’m sure you’ve all seen the article 25 Hilariously Unfortunate Things Moms Have Done While Sleep-Deprived make its way around Facebook. The comments that followed from everyday people made us all feel a little more normal as we deal with the reality of exhaustion from parenting. 15 Times Exhaustion from Parenting Left Us Rolling “Iread more…
It’s that time of year! Bugs are coming out in droves munching on us. These DIY mosquito bracelets will help limit the number of bugs out there. DIY Mosquito Bracelets with Essential Oils Let’s learn how to make simple DIY mosquito bracelets so we can enjoy the outdoors without the bug bites. There are tworead more…
It’s hard to believe that this year marks Chuck E. Cheese’s 40th birthday! Do you remember your first adventure there? It’s incredible how video games and play areas have changed since we were kids. Although, seeing Chuck E. Cheese’s through the eyes of your children is far more amazing. 9 Important Reasons Parents Love Chuckread more…
Random acts of kindness have been occurring long before we had a name for it. The concept itself seemed to go through a revitalization after the popular 2000 film “Pay It Forward.” The world finally had a catchy new name and renewed sense of community. I’m sure you’ve heard of the Starbucks PIF (Pay Itread more…
So, get this. We are smack dab in the middle of trying to find a solution for my daughter’s severe acid reflux. So frustrating. It took us several months to even realize that what my daughter was experiencing was acid reflux. She’s ten. Her first symptoms were not wanting to go to sleep – andread more…
As a new mom, I can remember feeling like I didn’t know much about being a mom. Overtime, I learned more and being a parent got a whole lot easier. What really makes being a parent fun is when you discover baby hacks. You know, a hack is when you discover something that makes yourread more…
Are you ready for some nostalgia? Looking for vintage toy gift ideas? Do you ever think back on your childhood and think about all the great toys that you used to have? Luckily there are lots of toys that are still around and have made a comeback. Here are some vintage inspired toys your kidsread more…
Sadly there’s so much unrest in the world. We turn on our televisions to catch the latest breaking news. We are left to wonder, how do we begin to be a part of the change? A whole generation is used to having information, services, and products available immediately. How do we re-educate our youth? It’sread more…
It is Christmas time, or at least time to start shopping for it!! Do you have a kiddo who loves music? Music is such an amazing thing and it is great for the brain! Here are 13 Musical Christmas Present Ideas for your music-loving child! 13 Things for the Music Loving Child 1) Harmonica – Kidsread more…
Potty training can be so challenging, both for the child and the parents. Tears, triumphs, accidents, mire tear and more accidents and then, just when you’re ready to throw in the towel, they finally getting it! It’s not an easy ordeal. But there are some potty training tricks that could make it easier. While they can’tread more…
As a new mom, you’ll need all the baby tips you can get! Ah, babies. If you’re a new mom, you’ve probably read the baby books, asked for advice, argued on a few forums about the right way to do this or that and then just decided to wing it now and then, too. Someread more…
Looking for cute ponytails to try?? Moms usually don’t have time for fussy hairstyles, by the time you get the kids up and out the door you’ve barely had time to brush your teeth and put on mascara, right? Our recent post on EASY Mom Hair Styles went bonkers – as did hair hacks your locksread more…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lennox® for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. If you are like us, the month of August is a scorcher! We are in Texas and temps are in the triple digits. Saving money and keeping cool and comfortable is a balancing act! Many thanks to theread more…
Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to school lunches? Are your kids begging you for something other than a sandwich and chips? Maybe you’re looking to save money on school lunches or for your kids to eat healthier. Whatever the case may be, you have come to the right place! With thisread more…
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of SanDisk, a Western Digital brand. The opinions and text are all mine. Many thanks to SanDisk for sponsoring this post and sending me my very own SANDISK IXPAND™ FLASH DRIVE What do you do when your phone runs out of space and it is theread more…
Back-to-School can be a hectic time for families—shopping for new clothes, collecting supplies, gathering books, preparing lunchbox ideas. Moms are tired, kids are nervous. Help take some of the dread away with these fun back to school traditions! Your kids will look forward to them year after year! Fun Back to School Traditions for the Kids Celebrateread more…