Have you ever thought about the increased need for car safety during the school year? Back when I worked across town, I had a rush hour commute of over an hour. One thing I loved about the summer was the lighter traffic. Each summer the number of cars on the road would dramatically decrease, as would the number of traffic blocking collisions. It made sense from a statistical … [Read more...]
10 Great Reasons to Read to Your Child
As a parent, you have lots of priorities that are important. You want to make sure your kids are safe, well-fed, and not showing the signs of a serial killer. Nowadays, we spend so much time worrying about these issues that we tend to forget another important one – mental stimulation. In order for your kids to grow and learn, you have to engage their minds as well as their … [Read more...]
3 Things You Need To Do BEFORE the Kids Go Back To School
This post is sponsored by Florida KidCare. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Whether you've been counting down the days or basking in the utter lack of routine this summer back to school time is here. Are you in the "omg summer couldn't end fast enough" camp or the "how are we going to wake up at 6:00 am?!" club? Honestly, I am a card-carrying member of both … [Read more...]
How to Run Errands with Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind
During the summer do you miss the glorious trips to Target while the kids are at school? I won't lie. My trips to the grocery store, Costco, Walmart, or even the gas station are way less stressful when the kids are not with me. Not only is it less nerve-wracking, I spend less money. When lugging around the kids, you are less likely to adhere to your list and buy more … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding & Pumping: Tips from Experienced Moms to Make It Easier
I'm so excited to welcome K.C. Dreisbach to Gym Craft Laundry to give us some tips about nursing and pumping and also introduce us to her new book, Trials of the Working Parent (available on Amazon.) Without further ado, welcome KC Dreisbach! Hi! Welcome to Day 1 of “Trials of the Working Parent” Blog Book Tour! I’m glad you could join us, and I’m grateful to Herchel, … [Read more...]