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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."
My best piece of advice when school is back in session: Develop a good morning routine. Having a good morning routine in place will help you (and your kids) with the transition to the ‘back to school’ schedule! As a mom, I get excited to see my kids go back to school—even if this yearread more…
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Are you stuck in a rut when it comes to school lunches? You won’t be after checking out these 100 school lunch ideas for kids that they LOVE to eat. Wherever and however you do school this year, one thing remains a truth: kids need to eat! Are your kids begging you for something otherread more…
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Once the warm weather hits you want to get outside, right? Unfortunately, the mosquitos are out too. Protect yourself from irritating bug bites (and possible illness) by deterring mosquitos and other pests with these easy-to-make, effective DIY mosquito repellent bracelets. It’s that time of year! The weather is warming up and it’s time to getread more…
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Find yourself facing a period of time when you need to stay closer to home? It’s time to come up with fun learning activities for kids to keep them busy. This list of (free) fun learning activities will prevent boredom and keep everyone sane! We are facing unprecedented times right now. Businesses, health clubs, museums,read more…
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As a new mom, I can remember feeling like I didn’t know much about being a mom. Who really does? Nothing – truly nothing – can prepare you for what life will be like as a parent. I would have given almost anything in exchange for some helpful baby hacks from experienced moms. There areread more…
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Being a mom is awesome. It’s beautiful. Wonderful. Lovely. And downright exhausting. Can we all agree on that one? And while it’s so much fun to welcome a new bundle of joy into the world, it’s also as though the world can come crumbling down as well. If you’re looking for some new mom tips,read more…
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These back-to-school traditions are the perfect way to kick off the new year easily! All you need are some consistent ideas to get a smile on everyone’s face! 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 someread more…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Potty training can be so challenging, both for the child and the parents. Tears, triumphs, accidents, more tears and accidents, and then, just when you’re ready to throw in the towel, they finally got it! It’s not an easy ordeal. But there are some potty training tricks that could make it easier. While they can’tread more…
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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…
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