Easter this coming weekend, and with it comes alllll that candy from well meaning relatives and older neighbors. They have sweet intentions to be sure, but what about the hyperactivity and sticky faces that you’ll be dealing with for the next week? In order to avoid cavities and accidents due to hyperactive craziness, get creative…
Even though baseball season has begun, I think we’ve had cancelled games and practices more than we’ve actually had them due to the rain! On days like those, the kiddos get antsy, and they just want to get up and move, so I’m so thankful that our neighborhood just had playground construction done and the…
The Lord gives and the Lord takes away. Rinse and repeat. Job 1:21 reminds us that during this time, we should praise the name of the Lord, anyway! For the past couple of months, we have been on such an unbelievable journey. We are thankful for God’s provision. Lourdes and I have been planning The…
Spring is finally here after what seems like a never ending winter, and there are quite a few ways to celebrate the arrival of lightweight jackets and cherry blossoms. Go to the park and feed the ducks– Kids love being able to feed the ducks at the local pond, and what better way to…
Winter might gone, but wet weather is still lurking in some states. And with all the rain comes the risk of your family contracting a spring bug that no one wants to have around. If you’re unlucky enough to catch something, here are a few tips to get rid of and prevent illnesses. Drink herbal…
While a love of reading has been tossed aside in favor of videos games, bringing back a love of books isn’t impossible. While some kids might scorn the idea of reading, once they’re introduced to the magic of Hogwarts and the lure of fighting monsters with Percy Jackson, they won’t look back. The important…
Taking a road trip across the country is a great way to bond with your family. But spending countless hours in a car can get a bit boring, even if you do have plenty of stories to share. Sure, naps help pass the time on your way to your vacation destination, but nothing beats working…
It’s not often you can take fashion inspiration from what’s in your little one’s toy box. But, after a long grey winter, many of the big-name designers have showcased collections in hues akin to those you’d see in a Lego set. Punch-bright primary and secondary shades made their way down the runways of everyone from…
Have you ever stumbled upon a company that fits your life and parenting style so perfectly that you think that it was intended specifically for you? Last month, I was given the opportunity to review a whole plethora of products for an awesome company geared toward natural parenting moms (like me), and I instantly fell…
With April shower right around the corner, having a toddler in the house can be a challenge to keep them occupied during all the rainy days ahead. You can’t take them outside when it’s storming really bad, and in this technology driven age it can be a good idea to unplug them from cartoons and…