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 (especially considering summer is just around the corner). … [Read more...] about 34 Productive Activities For Kids During The Coronavirus Pandemic
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How To Make Lasting Memories On a Budget
As a single mother, my parenting goals are usually two fold: Make fun and lasting memories with my kids (yay!) and stick to a budget (nay!). Sometimes, these two goals can seem to conflict with each other: I would love to take my children on a world class cruise to make amazing memories, but unless there is a cruise line accepts Monopoly money, that won’t be in the cards for … [Read more...] about How To Make Lasting Memories On a Budget
13 Best Baby Pool Floats and Infant Pool Rings 2020
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 13 Best Baby Pool Floats and Infant Pool Rings 2020
DIY Sensory Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Entertaining a toddler or preschooler indoors can be challenging. They are so busy and curious, and they need so much attention and stimulation all the day. A few weeks ago, my 18-month-old was about to drive me crazy. It was too cold to go to the park, and we’d already been to the library twice that week. Her books and toys had lost their charm, and there’s a limit to how many … [Read more...] about DIY Sensory Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Top Potty Seat and Toddler Toilet Options 2019
Having a potty trained child is wonderful. Actually potty training a child, however, is much less so. Oh, the mess and the stress! I mean, let’s face it--bodily fluids are pretty much the last thing over which you want to have a battle of wills with your toddler. Which is worse: cleaning up messy diapers indefinitely or cleaning up a potty seat until your kiddo can do it on her … [Read more...] about Top Potty Seat and Toddler Toilet Options 2019