Alphabet toys for toddlers exist, but should not be used to teach toddlers the correspondence between the letter and the letter name. We should work with our toddlers to expose them to the letters to understand what a letter is.
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Screen time rules
Screen time! One of the big controversial topics in parenting. Everyone has heard the screen time rules but are they realistic? Sometimes the TV or the tablets are the only things that will give you a little peace and quiet. Let’s talk about how you can feel a little less guilty about screen time rules.
Continue readingSchool lunch ideas for kids
In my meal planning group, I see a lot of parents asking for school lunch ideas for kids. It can be such a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! Here is your one stop guide for all things school lunches.
Continue readingFunny Pregnancy Books
Yay – you’re pregnant! Some of the best things I did when I found out I was pregnant was read funny pregnancy books. The science based ones are great for information, but the funny pregnancy books really put my mind at ease.
Continue readingDaily chores for kids
Have you ever looked around at your kids and thought “what are you doing to pull your weight around here?” Ever wondered what daily chores for kids looks like? Here are some chore ideas by age for you!
Continue readingKeeping in touch with friends as a mom
Keeping in touch with friends as a mom can be so hard. You’re focused on your kiddos and your family, so you forget about yourself. You forget that having a tribe is healthy and important. It doesn’t have to be difficult!
Continue readingBreastfeeding Facts I wish I knew before giving birth
Breastfeeding just comes naturally, right? WRONG. It doesn’t for everyone! There are a few breastfeeding facts I learned along my journey and wanted to share them with moms to be.
Continue readingHelping older siblings cope with a new baby
Adding a new baby to the family can be so overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be difficult, and it’s helpful to know what you’re walking into. Here are some tips on helping older siblings cope with a new baby.
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Mom hacks – we’ve all heard of them and we all have some of our own favorites. They are easy things that you can do throughout your day to make your life easier. Because who doesn’t want to make their lives easier, especially with kids?
Continue readingEntertainment for Kids at Home
It’s hot outside and you’re stuck inside. Venturing out isn’t in the budget today or you just don’t feel like it. You need some entertainment for your kids at home. Here is a great list of stuff you can do while you’re trapped inside, for whatever reason!
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