We decided to do pumpkin carving for our Jack-O-Lanterns this year because I wanted to use this cool, Free Jack-O-Lantern Stencil Kit from Blissfully Domestic and let the kids mix and match their pumpkin faces. Any child who’s ever played Mr. Potato-Head will quickly grasp the concept of these stencils. I cut apart the different faces […]
How to Survive Long Drives with Toddlers
Last year, my husband and I moved to a new city, a fourteen hours’ drive away from our families. Since then, we’ve made that drive over half a dozen times with our daughters (now ages three and one). With each trip, I’ve gathered snacks, toys, and ideas to keep the girls busy on the road—and […]
Holiday Activities: Make the Holidays Memorable and Magical for Toddlers
Make the holidays fun-filled and exciting for toddlers and preschoolers with these simple yet interesting holiday activities. Crafts, baking, decorating and more activities to make Christmastime magical for a toddler.
Simplify Your Menu with Quick and Easy Meals During the Holidays
Simplify your menu during the holiday season with types of meals that require little planning and preparation.
Planning Advent Calender Activities For Your Children
This Christmas I decided to make my own Advent calendar. I was planning on filling the pockets with the customary chocolates, when I came across a great idea online – putting slips of paper into the pockets, each listing a Christmas-related fun activity to do that day.
Family Traditions for Fourth of July
Fourth of July, and all holidays really, present fantastic opportunities for family traditions. I’m learning that these traditions can be a great way to enhance the memories your children take with them once their grown.
