With three school-aged kids and a toddler, I do not have time for fancy meal prep in the morning. I have just a few minutes to whip up breakfast, throw together lunches, and get everyone in the car (hoping they all remembered to brush their teeth!) When it comes to preparing breakfasts and lunches for […]
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, […]
12 Secrets to a Stress-free School Morning Routine
What are your feelings about school mornings? Maybe you and the kids are “morning people” and everyone jumps out of bed on time. But if you’re reading this, probably not! Your mornings are likely stressful and rushed. You deserve to start your school day mornings without the stress. Check out these 12 ideas for a […]
5 Back to School Season Routines Moms Can Adopt for Themselves
I was on Pinterest last night and saw a Pin description that caught my eye. It said, “How Moms Can ROCK Back to School Season”. Naturally the post was about lunch packing tips, best school supplies to purchase and streamlining the morning routine. Pinterest Mom rocks the school year by making sure things are smooth […]
Preparing Your Child for the First Day of Kindergarten
My 5 year old starts kindergarten in less than two weeks (cue Mom’s tears!) He’s crazy excited about school so that makes preparing him for kindergarten sort of easy. Not all kids are like that though – My eldest was terribly nervous and anxious about his first day of kindergarten. Getting kids ready to learn, […]
Kid’s Back to School Clothing Ideas and Budget Tips
Back to school shopping season is here and it’s a mix of emotions; Kids get so excited about the new stuff. But parents everywhere cringe and worry about the cost! With four kids to clothe (ages preschool to high school), I know the stress of shopping for kid’s clothes. I’ve gathered up some great back […]