Being a first-time parent to a baby or toddler is challenging in more ways than one. But you know what? There are SO MANY resources out there to help you through. Doctor offices pass out guidelines. Countless books are written about the infant and toddler years. Don’t even get me started about the wealth of…
Category: Kids
I See You! The Importance of Your Child’s Eyes
When I say AUGUST many parents immediately think of Back-To-School or the end of summer heat. But something else that they should also be thinking is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Depending on the state or country that you live, a comprehensive eye exam may be required before a child can enter elementary or…
Back to School Deals and Steals: Get on it, Mama!
Tomorrow is the first day of August, and sadly, I’m sure this is NOT the first you’ve heard about Back-to-School. But, alas, the summer will be coming to an end soon. Whether your kids start in a week or a month, all of the retailers are gearing up with their big Back-to-School sales and deals. …
Work-From-Home Mom: The Summer Saga
I’ve been a work-from-home mom for a couple of years now, but in early June I began transitioning my focus a bit. I used to, primarily, teach online. I did so early in the morning or late at night when my kids were sleeping and/or my husband was home. Recently, I decided to start offering…
Slip, Sliming Away: DIY Slime Recipes That Work And Some That Don’t
So I used to be that mother that was 100% OCD about my house being spotless. Everything has its place and everything was in its place. I refused to let things like Play-Doh in my home and the sight of messy crafts made my skin crawl. I completely blame myself for my, now, high school…
What We’re Into This Week {Volume 26}
What we’re obsessed with… Celebrities doing the FaceApp age challenge. Is it possible the Jonas brothers look hotter as old men? I know, I know… Russians are stealing our info. But, they’ve already got access to celebrity images so it seems harmless in this case. View this post on Instagram When you take a trip…
Car Seats, Booster Seats and Seat Belts: Are You Doing Enough?
My #1 pet peeve (among many) is children who are not properly restrained in a moving vehicle. It absolutely infuriates me to see a child hopping all over the backseat when I see their moving car in traffic. I could literally write a thesis on the importance of properly restraining a child in a vehicle….
Audiobooks & Podcasts For Kids
As a homeschooling and traveling mama I spend A LOT of time with my kiddo. And when I say a lot I mean pretty much all day, just about every day. School year or summer, it’s all the same. She is my little sidekick. Generally, I love this and see it as a gift that…
Jumping in Feet First: A Lesson on Trust
Swimmers of every age are walking around confidently; talking with teammates, placing their neoprene swim caps on their heads and churning the water with their kicking feet. My family slowly makes our way to an opening beside the pool, ready to park our lawn chairs and drop our belongings in a spot for the foreseeable…
Vacation Part 2: Expectations vs. Reality
Another vacation… What was I thinking? Well, I went and did it. Something that I am sure many of us do all too often. What is this “it” you may ask? I had expectations for a family trip. I mean seriously, WHAT WAS I THINKING? After each vacation I always tell myself that I am…