I learn a lot from my from my mom friends. I met this mama’s group when I was pregnant with my second child and have been with them ever since—almost nine years. I have advised …
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31 Day Kindness Challenge
We have all heard of the idea of paying it forward. This notion inspires us to help other people, asking only that they randomly help someone else. Rather than paying us back, they pay …
Teaching Mindfulness to Kids
Mindfulness is the straightforward method of giving a calm, accepting approach to the present moment. And great news! Kids of any age to benefit from it. It can also assist parents and caregivers by boosting …
Toddler and Preschooler Temper Tantrums
Yesterday, after a fun yet long day of hiking and bike riding, my preschooler lost it. I mean really lost it. You know what I mean, one minute she’s calm and quiet and the next …
Curing Diaper Rash with Homemade Tushy Cream
Becoming a parent is one of the greatest gifts life has to offer. From preparing for your new baby’s arrival to holding your baby in your arms. Everything seems so perfect until one day—BAM! Your …
Toddler Activities: Simple and Low-Cost Ideas
Have you ever bought your toddler a new toy, only to realize that she would rather play with the box it came in? Toddlers have a great capability to enjoy the simple things in life …
10 Fun & Free Toddler Activities
Times are tough and budgets seem to get tighter and tighter. Despite this fact, there are tons of activities that you can do with your toddler for free. There is nothing wrong with occasionally …
The Benefits of Barefoot Walking for Kids
Remember when you were a child walking barefoot through the warm summer grass or on a warm beach? It is hard not to feel nostalgic when you think about kicking off your shoes and …
Kids Won’t Listen? Try This ONE Trick
As a mom of four kids, I do my fair share of trying to get my kids to listen to me. Sometimes it’s just one child acting out, sometimes it’s ALL of them. While being …
20 Ways Mindful Parenting Will Help Your Family
Mindfulness as well as mindful parenting has shown to be valuable for both parents and children. Many studies have exposed both the short- and long-term advantages of integrating mindful parenting routines into families’ lives. …
Super Fun Indoor Scavenger Hunt
It is Springtime, and the kids and I are just itching to get outside and explore the new neighborhood. Unfortunately, the weather is not cooperating. After a warm tease last week, the temperatures have dropped …
4 Free Easter Printables for Kids
How is everyone holding up out there? I’ve noticed a real need lately to find games and puzzles to keep the kids engaged. With having our kids at home, they sometimes need more than schoolwork …