My favorite toys for my kids are open-ended ones that offer a wide variety of exploration and learning. And while I also really appreciate self-correcting activities, sometimes being able to break free from the set mold can really challenge kids to also think outside of the box. From the moment we purchased our Montessori cylinder ladder, it…
It’s snowing! My daughter shouted this morning when she woke up. And indeed the soft, cold crystals covered the ground outside. And while she was geared up to go outside and play, I was thinking about the aftermath of her adventures outdoors. What would it look like? It would be the two of us curled…
My grandmother died of breast cancer. She passed away before she even turned 50 and the same year my dad graduated high school. When they found the mass, it was the size of a walnut when even today the size of a pea is critical. The story goes that she knew. She knew something was…
Somehow it’s past mid-December and it doesn’t even feel like Christmas is less than a week away. So in case you’re the dad, the husband, or even the kids and need ideas for some last minute gifts for mom, here are some really thoughtful ones that also don’t scream “I forgot until yesterday!”
For 8 weeks we lived in a hotel. One with two stove burners, no oven, and a dishwasher. We lived this way with two grown adults, a toddler, a baby, and a St. Bernard-something-stubborn mix of a dog. And we lived to tell about it. How do you make 400 square feet work for a…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions and this diy gift for moms of preschoolers ideas are mine alone. #MeAndMyTea #CollectiveBias. The holidays can be stressful, even chaotic. With toddlers and preschoolers around, this statement increases in truth exponentially. How do I know this? Because I have one of each….
Having multiple children can mean having to learn and understand how to cater to each child’s unique personality and needs. Rather than have children who all live under the shadow of the oldest or older child, there are ways to help younger siblings shine. This is so important in validating who they are and their…
Having kids usually means playing, crafting, and exploring. So when holidays and birthdays come around, it’s the perfect moment to put those creative energies at work to create great homemade keepsakes. It also helps because grandparents love them and they don’t break the bank! This year we’ve been working on washi tape silhouette gift ideas,…
The holiday break is something families look forward to, but also dread. As a parent we hate hearing our kids are bored or we’ve run out of ideas when the power goes out. These last minute Christmas crafts are just the solution to print out and have on hand. Maybe the weather is a little…
Over three straight years of breastfeeding and few gadgets, “must haves”, and apparent life-saving breastfeeding supplies have stood the test of time. Not to say that you won’t need more in those first 12 weeks than the rest of your entire breastfeeding stint, but no need to load up or spend a ton of money…
As the weather gets colder and kids are spending more time inside, there are lots of winter craft ideas for toddlers to both celebrate the season and keep them busy! This fun craft is just one awesome idea that you can do out of all the play and learning themes we have on site. This…
I prayed to have a daughter with curly blonde hair. And that adage about be careful what you wish for? SO TRUE. I got a little girl with super fine and curly blonde hair. And it’s a mess to keep maintained. In fact it gets matted daily even with combing and brushing. And because it’s…