20 Thoughts Every Mom Has Had
20 Thoughts Every Mom Has Had Did I just sound like my mother? Oh my gosh, I sound like my mother. Word to the wise, don’t tell her about this. You’ll just get an “I told you so.” No one … Read more
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Three Important Survival Tips for Parents of Teens
How many times have you called your parents to tell them how very sorry you are for giving them so much trouble during your teenage years? If you’re currently raising a teenager, chances are you’ve done it quite often (or … Read more
One Powerful Family is Gearing Up for a Super Good Time
Got your super suit ready? Is the Elasticycle gassed-up and ready to go? The world’s most incredible super family is coming to your home this fall, with the DVD release of Pixar’s “The Incredibles 2” on November 6th, so prepare … Read more
The stars of Disney Channel’s Freaky Friday had a challenge on their hands
Theirs isn’t the first Freaky Friday or even the second. Lindsay Lohan’s 2003 hit with Jamie Lee Curtis and Hayley Mills’ 1977 version are both solid classics. And before that there was a book by Mary Rodgers. And yet it … Read more
25 of the Best DIY Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids
BOO! Halloween is right around the corner! Are you scared? I am, a little terrified actually. Why? Because Halloween usually means spending a bunch of money on a new costume and I know that as the kids get bigger, every … Read more
Important Social Media Tips Every Parent Should Know
When it’s finally time for your child to ask if they can join their friends on Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat, you may not feel ready. Though you may have sent your child off to school, to birthday parties, or to … Read more
Best Places to Stay in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Amidst the red and brown desert of New Mexico, we find sanctuary at these Santa Fe hotels – immersed in lush green serenity at Sunrise Springs Spa Resort and then surrounded by art, culture, and history at La Fonda on … Read more
Brilliant iPhone Photography Tips from a Pro
Want to take your cell phone photography to the next level? Check out these useful iPhone photography tips, camera apps and editing software from a pro. Learn how to salvage pictures taken in poor conditions and make good pictures even … Read more
How to successfully manage a multi-author blog with Coschedule
Over the last five years, Surf and Sunshine grew from a venture into the unknown to a full-time job depending on a team of talented contributors lending their voices on topics such as travel, entertainment, technology, DIY, parenting, and recipes. … Read more
Why Should You Buy STEM Toys? The World is Changing and So Should Toys
My son was begging and pleading with me as I was paying for groceries the other day, and I could feel my blood pressure rise as his shrieks grew louder and louder. “Mom, cars! Please!” For a split second, I … Read more
How to Inspire Your Child’s Career Path with STEM Learning
“According to the U. S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%.” – Engineeringforkids.com Are you a busy Mom that feels a pang of guilt every time you hand over a … Read more
Circle with Disney: Simple, Effective and Stress Free Family Device Management
One of the most challenging aspects of parenting children in the age of technology is figuring out how to safely manage children’s device usage. From filtering content to setting time limits there are many variables to keeping the relationship between … Read more
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Being a Military Spouse
It’s hard to believe we’re approaching the third anniversary of the day my husband left for basic training. Our decision to join the military came at a point in our life when we were searching for a catalyst for change … Read more
An Honest Look at Motherhood the Second Time Around
It’s hard to describe all of the ways in which motherhood is different the second (or third, or fourth) time around. Sure, the semantics may be the same but for most women, the experiences are vastly different. The first child … Read more
Potty Training…The Struggle Is Real
“My two-year-old son, newly potty trained, told me he needed a wee in the park. I stood him by a tree and he promptly pooed all over my shoes. Needless to say, we went straight home.” – Metro That is … Read more
Residence Inn Maui Puts the Relaxation Back in Vacation for Parents
Have you ever come home from a family vacation and felt like you needed a vacation from your vacation? As a child, my memories of family vacations play through my head like a highlight reel, remembering only the best parts. … Read more