Who wants bored kids all summer long? Not this mama! So, I’ve compiled a list of 21 non-tech items to keep kids active and occupied while school is out and the weather is warm. Here I recommend items that our family has tried and enjoyed and we think your family might enjoy them, too! Everything included is centered…
This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links in this post. If your kids get bored easily or are always moving from one activity to the next, it’s nice to have a variety of things available for them to do. My kids like to go from playing outside…
Do you ever look around your home and see hundreds of things you need to do? There is SO much to accomplish yet you don’t even know where or how to start? I’m talking stacks of mail, piles of laundry, baskets of dumped toys, mountains of dishes, and toilets that need scrubbed. Sound familiar? Taking care of a…
If you’re looking for a festive and inexpensive homemade Christmas gift, look no further than cinnamon applesauce ornaments. They’re really fun to make with kids, too! The recipe and steps are super simple and your house will smell delicious once these are baking. There are a few variations of this recipe (two of which are below). The most…
Expecting a new baby is such a sweet and special time. There is really nothing else quite like it. So much excitement and anticipation come along with waiting for the little one to arrive. Part of the excitement of a new baby is finding out if it is a “he” or a “she.” Some parents choose…
Going places with small children can be a monumental task. Sometimes it seems like more work than it’s worth. Can you relate? As I write this, my kids are the ages of five, two, and three months old. I find that it can be a challenge to do most things at this stage of life. One of the…
In early February 2012, I found out I was pregnant for the first time! It seemed so surreal but I couldn’t have been more excited. My husband, Joel, and I had planned this pregnancy and were thrilled to be expecting our first child, due October 18th. Aside from the results of my hCG blood work being a bit low…