People often take the first month of the New Year to swear off sweets as part of their New Year’s resolutions. But it’s never easy to stick to such a resolution—quitting sugar cold turkey isn’t so much a resolution as a lifestyle change. Going sugar-free can be frustrating, and the moment that it becomes a […]
Definition Of A Family: It’s Not Just Blood
Have you ever stopped to ponder the true meaning of family? Sure, the Merriam-Webster definition of a family is, “a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption.” But maybe it can be something more. In a world where biological ties have long been considered the foundation of family, it’s time to challenge that […]
How To Make A Bedtime Routine For Toddlers
One of the common issue that parents have is getting young children to sleep without getting into a power struggle. I know this can be difficult, but there is a way to make the toddler bed time go more smoothly. The best way to stop bedtime battles is to have clearly communicated bedtime routines for […]
Nourishing Body Balm Recipe For Dry Skin
I discovered early on in our parenting days that store bought creams/balms were often filled with undesirable ingredients especially products for children! My daughter had really dry skin when she was younger and none of the things friends were suggesting were working at all in clearing up her dry skin. Some products made it even […]
Easy Fathers Day Crafts For Kids To Make And Give As DIY Gifts
I was really kind of shocked to see the lack of Father’s Day gift ideas for kids to do compared to the over following amount of ideas I came across for Mother’s Day. It really made me sad that Father’s Day was being eclipsed by Mother’s Day but then I thought that might be going […]
DIY Garden Projects That Will Transform Your Outdoor Space
I don’t know about you, but my favorite time of the year is when I can pass the months with my family in the garden. The flowers are out, the sun is warm, and the barbecue is sizzling. Perfection. Looking to add some new life to your garden? Check out these fun garden projects that […]
Tree Leaf Identification Project For Kids
If you are looking for an educational project that gets kids having fun outdoors, a tree leaf identification project is perfect! They will actively be learning about science and nature at the same time. Not only will kids have fun hunting for different types of trees, they will also learn tree leaf identification skills that […]