This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PlayWithPlaymobil #CollectiveBias How important is imaginative play? Many kids, even very young ones are over-scheduled and stressed out. Little kids are expected to sit in their chairs, follow rules and play nicely with friends at school. Then when […]
Simple Ways to Connect With Your Kids This Fall
So much of the fall season is focused on Halloween. But there’s so much more to the season than just that single day! I’m sharing some sweetly simple ways to connect with your kids this fall and tips on staying healthy well into winter. This is a sponsored post in partnership with CATALO and The […]
Everything You Need to Know About Your Kid’s First Dance Class
Maybe you took a dance class as a kid? Or your child can’t stop dancing when the music starts? And of course the thought of your daughter in a pink tutu makes your heart leap! Just about every child will bust out a move when they hear the beat kick in. But how do you […]
Choosing Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers
Each year when the fall season rolls around, I look forward to three things. Cooler temperatures, fall festivities and planning my kid’s Halloween costumes! Figuring out Halloween costumes for babies or toddlers is my favorite. As a parent, you’re in charge of coming up with the baby costume for Halloween, head to toe. But there […]
Top Tips for Budgeting for Back to School
Budgeting for back to school? Yeah, aren’t we all! I have a first grader this year, which means he’ll now need a backpack. And I also have two new high schoolers this year! Both have had the same backpacks since third grade (wow!) and need upgrades. And of course the added expenses of new shoes, […]
50+ Cheap and Free Summer Staycation Ideas for Kids
Kids home for the summer? If you’re looking for free summer ideas to do with the kids, check out these fun ideas to keep them occupied, entertained and help you avoid the dreaded, “I’m BORED, Mom!” These are summer staycation ideas that I’ve used with my kids and they love and remember! Sometimes it’s just […]