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There is something magical about the countdown to Christmas. When I was a kid, we made a big deal of it. Each year we made paper chains, and my sister and I would argue over who got to rip the … Read more
Like most siblings, my kids fight…constantly. At five years old and 18 months, they have a hard time playing together. My toddler thinks everything belongs to him and hoards anything he can get his hands on, while my older son … Read more
“The most remarkable thing about my mother is that for thirty years she served the family nothing but leftovers. The original meal has never been found.” – Calvin Trillin Let’s face it, as a mom you have to find your … Read more
I’ve created a large collection of fun little free printable finger puppets you can download and print today! Check back often for new designs. Finger puppets are such a great learning through play activity for children of all ages. Not … Read more
He sees you when you’re sleeping…He knows when you’re awake…He knows if you’ve been bad or good…So be good for goodness sake! Santa Claus is coming to town in just 19 short days. The Christmas list has been composed and … Read more
Time is running out! It is peak shopping season so make sure you get the good gifts before it is too late. Here are our favorite toy picks this year. There is a little something for every kiddo on your … Read more
Are your kids stressed? Would you recognize it if they were? As adults we may sometimes be so wrapped up in our own daily stressors we might not recognize when children are suffering from their own stress. A WebMD Survey found that 72% … Read more
Summer is here, and like many mothers, I am already trying to successfully navigate the dreaded summer mantra, “I’m bored.” Just because summer is here doesn’t mean my workload lessens. I still have my day-to-day demands, and trying to entertain … Read more
The count down has begun! Kids all over the country are impatiently awaiting the dawn of Christmas morning and what lies under the tree. pin this for later! Here are some of our favorite gifts for kids sure to win … Read more
My son just started preschool, and I am not sure who is exhausted more after the first week – me or him. Our daily routine has completely changed and those lazy mornings watching him play as I sipped coffee and … Read more
Believe it or not, summer is just around the corner. If you happen to live in one of the many states slammed with snow storms, you might have some muddy snow piles still hanging around, but they will disappear soon. … Read more
What do you want your children to remember about their childhood? As moms we want our kids to look back on their childhood as a time of wonder and fun. It is why we go out of our way to … Read more
Do you have a little one headed to preschool or kindergarten next fall? It is their last summer before they enter a lifetime of schooling, and it might also mean you are frantically playing catch up on some of those … Read more
Whether it is their very first year in a classroom or your kids are school yard veterans, children often have some anxieties about that first day. To quell those fears and get them excited about tackling new lessons, use some … Read more
The first time a child goes to school can be a scary new experience, especially if they haven’t spent any time in daycare or away from the comforts of home. If your little one is on their way to the … Read more
Ahoy there! Talk Like a Pirate Day is just around the corner this Monday, September 19. Funny, I never knew there was an official day for this – I’m sure the popular phrase of the day will be all about … Read more