Christmas is a magical time of year for young and old. It's time to reflect on the things that matter most. While the chaos of shopping, wrapping, and gifting can be overwhelming, focusing on wholesome family traditions can ground us and keep our focus on the real reason for Christmas. For kids, traditions not only provide something consistent to look forward to, they also help … [Read more...] about 9 Fun Family Christmas Traditions to Help Children Find Meaning
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How to have an Unforgettable, Affordable Christmas
' The holiday season is quickly approaching, and if you're like me, you're watching your dollars dwindle much more quickly due to inflation. People around the country are having to trim their budgets, which likely includes trying to stretch every dollar this Christmas. While adults realize the need to cut back, kids still expect the magic they are used to finding on Christmas … [Read more...] about How to have an Unforgettable, Affordable Christmas
Productive Activities to do During a Lockdown
If you're like me, you are caught up in the whirlwind of closures being announced and trying to make sure you have enough food in your house to last through a possible quarantine due to COVID-19. Schools in my area are closed for at least the next 2 weeks. The thought of kids being home indefinitely is a bit daunting. Working from home with a houseful of kids can be a big … [Read more...] about Productive Activities to do During a Lockdown
18 Great Infant Pool Floats and Baby Pool Rings 2022
The first time we took our baby to the pool, it didn't quite turn out as I had imagined. I thought I would hold her and she would splash and be happy. However, all she wanted to do was wiggle out of my arms. I quickly learned holding a squirming child in the water is exhausting and anything but fun. Swimming with an infant can be an enjoyable experience, though, if you have … [Read more...] about 18 Great Infant Pool Floats and Baby Pool Rings 2022
Best Potty Training Pants
When it’s time to say goodbye to diapers, it’s time to say hello to something else. Eventually this something else will be regular underwear, but it’s not always the best solution right away, unless you enjoy cleaning urine off of your couch (and floor, and bed, and everything else). Enter potty training underwear. Why Potty Training Pants? The purpose of potty training pants … [Read more...] about Best Potty Training Pants