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Road Trips: Why We Let Our Kids Watch Unlimited TV in the car

Road Trips: Why Our Kids Watch Unlimited TV in the Car

It’s nearly road trip season and more often than not, one of my favorite parts of vacation is the time we spend in the car. Yes, in the car. After eight years of parenting (and multiple attempts to keep…

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The Parenting Books that have Impacted Me Most

This parenting gig is hard. It is certainly not for the faint of heart. Each stage brings new joys and new challenges…and just when you think you have it all figured out, our kids go and grow up on…

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The Perfect Gift For Teachers

Post by Contributing Writer Amy I never felt like I could say this when I was a teacher, but now that I’m not, I’m letting you in on a little secret about end of year gifts. First and…

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Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs Bon-Bons

This month’s book in the Virtual Book Club for Kids series we are participating in with some of our favorite blogger friends is Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs by Mo Willems. This book is a joy for parents and children alike…it has dinosaurs…

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Developmental Screenings

One major concern on the mind of nearly every parent on the face of this earth is the question of whether his/her child is developing normally. I remember that as a new mom I would scour through books to see what…

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Why I Don’t Want My Daughter to Be Independent

I have noticed a trend in the last ten years when it comes to female protagonists in books, movies, and TV shows. These women (and girls) are portrayed as strong, outspoken, and fiercely independent. Depending on others is portrayed…

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Kid-Made Dish Towels

Post by Contributing Writer Amy These dish towels make a practical gift for anyone who loves your kids, a wonderful house warming gift, or just a fun addition for your own kitchen! We made them as Christmas gifts…

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Why I’m Quitting My Job as the Family Photographer

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. I couldn’t agree more. In fact, I am sorta obsessed with taking pictures of my kids. I want to capture their indescribable beauty and every detail of their precious…

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How to Potty Train without Losing Your Mind

What is the most stressful time in your parenting journey? Sleep deprivation as newborns? Tantrum-throwing with toddlers? Attitudes with school-aged children? One of the most stressful times in my journey as a mom has been potty training. I…

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Perler Bead Christmas Soap: Easy Gift for Kids to Make

My boys love to make things with Perler Beads. I found the idea for making LEGO Minifigure Soap over at Fireflies and Mudpies and knew it would be a great homemade gift idea that my boys could help make. Since Minifigures aren’t cheap…

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Transitioning to Chewable Food

Helping your child navigate through all of the changes in eating during their first few years of life can be a challenge. From the breast/bottle to pureed foods and then to table food…all of these transitions can be difficult…

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19+ Non-Candy Halloween Ideas for Trick-or-Treaters

There are many reasons to opt for something other than candy this Halloween: being vigilant about food allergies, trying to limit sugar, and just doing something a little different for once (just to name a few). Candy overload is a…

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Buy Inexpensive Clothes and Earn Money for Your Child’s School

This post is sponsored by Schoola. Clothing my three children can become quite expensive. Dealing with clothes that they have outgrown can be a nightmare. I waffle between donating their clothes and hoarding them for the next garage sale…either way…

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DIY Table Setting Placemats

This post is sponsored by Vanity Fair® Napkins. Our family has had the pleasure of participating in the #TakeBacktheTable Challenge from Vanity Fair® Napkins (you can see our video here). This movement encourages families to commit to spending at least one more meal…

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How to Take Paint Fight Photos (without Ruining All Your Clothes)

This is a sponsored post. I received this product for free. All opinions are 100% mine. I first stumbled on the idea of Paint Fight photos over at Capturing Joy by Kristen Duke. I was intrigued and knew my…

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12 Creative Bad Day Busters

Post by Contributing Writer Amy You know those days. When you just need to get yourself and your kids out of the house, but because of a sleeping baby, bad weather, or just bad timing, it’s not possible….

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Where the Wild Things Are Treats

We are teaming up with several of our blogging friends and participating in the Virtual Book Club for Kids this year! Each month we will share a beloved children’s book along with TONS of activities to do before, during, and after…

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The Quiet Hour

I walk through the house, turning off the lights, as the dishwasher hums in the background. I gather all the misplaced belongings and climb the stairs, careful not to step on the one the creaks. The house is quiet…

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