"Hey! What's with your face?" I ask as Pea bebops past. Daddy. The beard burn blazes red against her dainty face. But she doesn't care. I don't blame her. After nearly half of her life blowing kisses to her daddy over Facetime, a little stubble isn't going to stop her from cuddling with him now that he's home. Post originally published in 2016. This shop has been … [Read more...]
7 handy hacks for the dreaded stomach flu
Stomach issues suck, right? And guess what? It's also loads of fun cleaning up after another person suffering from a stomach bug. That's why these handy stomach bug tips are a lifesaver for parents! As a mom of two little germ magnets, these hacks were born of exhaustion and desperation. A stomach virus attacked my son and transformed my peaceful home into a battlefield. … [Read more...]
Thoughtful Gifts for First Time Moms
Mother's Day is the perfect day to show your appreciation for any mom you know, not just your own. And for new moms, this could be an overwhelming day. It's something new and exciting, and with the right gifts for first time moms, you could make a new mom's Mother's day perfect! You can give or do things to help a brand-new mom out. It can be as simple as letting her … [Read more...]
Smart Tips for Planning a Summer Vacation with Young Kids
All year long I long for summer break. Of course after about a month of summer vacation, I'm totally ready for school to start up again--but that's normal, right?! Planning a summer vacation with young kids is a lot more work than just planning one for yourself and your husband. If you’re in the market for planning a summer vacation with young kids, you might need these … [Read more...]
Free Printable Pack: Snowman Activity and Coloring Book
My kids are fascinated with snowmen this year. Maybe it's because they have never actually seen real snow. If you ask them, they would totally say that they've built a snow man before though! The last time we went to Disney, which is actually well over a year or so ago, they played in "snow" in the Frozen area of Hollywood Studios. They had a blast. Of course they … [Read more...]