Want to beat the summer heat? Here are 20 ice cream activities for preschoolers. Get going on some summertime fun! I don't know if it's all kids or just my kids, but they really like to get fixated and into things. We get in a "mood" and just stick to that something for a little...
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What is the best age gap between siblings?
Deciding when to have kids? Let's talk about the best age gap between siblings and pros and cons of each common age gap! Deciding to have a child is a big decision. Choosing to have another child is a big decision, too! If you have a baby, the last thing you likely want to think...
How many swaddles do I need?
Ready for a new baby? Swaddles are something you will probably buy! Let's talk about how many swaddles do I need for my baby?! When you are getting ready for a baby, there's a lot of gear to accumulate. Some of it is obvious but some things are a bit more vague. New born swaddles...
The complete guide to building a diaper stockpile
Getting ready for a new baby? Time to stock up on diapers! Here is my complete guide to building a diaper stockpile! One of the big costs associated with a baby is diapers! While disposable diapers aren't too expensive each, they certainly add up as you use a dozen a day. One way to help...
28 Ice Play Ideas for kids!
Whether you are hot in the summer, want to talk about arctic animals, or are leaning into a cold winter, ice play is so fun! Here are tons of ice play ideas for kids! We live in coastal South Carolina and the summers are HOT. But, I love spending the mornings outside with the kids....
Pillows that feel like squishmallows
Looking for pillows like squishmallows? Here are tons of ideas for pillows you can use with that similar squishy feeling! People LOVE squishmallows because they are as soft and squishy as a marshmallow. They are great for laying on, snuggling, and collecting. So, it makes sense if you want a pillow that feels the same...
Are squishmallows fidgets?
Wondering Are squishmallows fidgets? Let's talk about what a squishmallow is, what a fidget is, and if these qualify! Kids love squishmallows. But are they fidgets? Whether you are trying to get one at your desk at school or just curious, let's talk about it! What is a Squishmallow? Squishmallows are extremely soft, squishy stuffed...
Are squishmallows safe for babies?
Wondering are squishmallows safe for babies? Let's talk about everything you need to consider before gifting one to a little one! Squishmallows are ultra popular pillowy stuffed animals. They are SO SOFT, SO SQUISHY, and come in tons of different characters. It's no wonder they are popular with all ages. So, they might seem like...
21 fun watermelon recipes for kids
Love watermelons for summer? Here are watermelon recipes for kids that are perfect for getting in that summer mindset! It's always fun to do themed activities with your kids! I like to pair a craft with a learning activity, a book, and a fun recipe for a fun-packed theme day. One great theme for the...
16 Watermelon Activities + Crafts for preschoolers
Planning a watermelon theme day for your kids? Here are watermelon activities + crafts for preschoolers that kids will love! It's always fun to do themed activities with your kids! I like to pair a craft with a learning activity, a book, and a fun recipe for a fun-packed theme day. One great theme for...
How to celebrate Mother's Day for free - 27 ideas
Whether you are broke or just don't want to spend money, here are great ideas for how to celebrate Mother's Day for free! Mother's Day is meant to be a happy celebratory day where you give thanks for the moms and mother-figures in your life. However, like everything else, it has gotten wrapped up in...
47 Mother's Day breakfast ideas for kids to make
Want to make mom breakfast in bed? Here are a TON of Mother's Day breakfast ideas for kids to make! Breakfast in bed in a Mother's Day classic for a reason. It's the ultimate in pampering - plus it's easy and inexpensive enough for most families to pull off. The best mother's day breakfast will...
16 Handprint crafts for kids to make for Mother's Day
Looking for an easy, inexpensive, but special and sweet craft to make for Mothers Day? Here are some great ideas for handprint crafts for kids to make for Mother's Day! Mother's Day is coming and with it the pressure to give mom a special gift! While I am sure no mom would turn down a...
The 12 best taco bar side dishes for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with tacos for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are king around...
The 17 best sides to serve with pulled pork for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with pulled pork for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are king...
The 18 best side dishes to serve with cheeseburgers for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with cheeseburgers for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are king around...
The 18 best side dishes to serve with pizza for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with pizza for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are king around...
How to make Easter bunny footprints
Looking for magical Easter ideas for your kids? Here's how to make easter bunny footprints from your door to their easter baskets! When I was a kid, my mom was a super mom. Truly, I didn't realize it at the time, but she did so much to make holidays special for my sister and I....
Nugget x Pixar Collaboration: everything we know so far!
Excited about the Nugget x Pixar collaboration? Here is everything we know so far about this awesome pairing! The internet (ok, the parents-of-small-children internet) is abuzz with the latest announcement from Nugget comfort, the kid's couch company - a Pixar collection! The collection was just announced, but here is what we know so far! Nugget...
The 19 best side dishes to serve with mac and cheese for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with mac and cheese for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are...
The 22 best side dishes to serve with chicken nuggets for kids
Trying to serve your kids an at least semi-well rounded meal? Here are the best side dishes to serve with chicken nuggets for kids! If your kids are much like mine, when I ask them what they want to eat, they will yell back either CHICKEN NUGGETS or MAC N CHEESE. The basics are king...
The 43 best playdough tools [including household items!]
Do your kids love playdough? Here are the best playdough tools you can buy or gather from household items I bet you already have! Play dough is a universally loved kids toy. It's also a super popular birthday party gift idea, party favor, and class gift. So, naturally, we have a lot of play dough....
Overwhelmed by laundry? 18 tips for home laundry management!
Are you overwhelmed by laundry? Here are my best tips for home laundry management & laundry made easy! Why is laundry so hard? Laundry can really feel like the never ending drudgery of life. Maybe that's dramatic, but there have been times in my life where I lay in bed dreading a full day of...
29 Easter egg fillers for babies + toddlers
Wondering what the heck to put into Easter eggs for your infant or toddler? Here are my favorite Easter egg fillers for babies + toddlers and Easter ideas for your kids. Easter egg hunts are something that I really looked forward to doing with small kids. An eight year old doing an easter egg hunt?...
26 non-candy Easter egg filler ideas
Wondering what the heck to put into Easter eggs that IS NOT candy? Here are my favorite non-candy Easter egg filler ideas and Easter ideas for your kids. Here's the thing - candy is super prevalent for holidays for kids. I never really realized this until my kids were both toddlers. We had a TON...
Easter Basket Ideas for toddler & preschooler GIRLS!
Looking for Easter basket ideas for your kids? Here are my best Easter basket ideas for toddler and preschooler girls! Easter is a special holiday for a lot of families. While gifts and baskets are not the reason for the season, they are still a fun tradition for kids to get excited about. However, it...
Easter Basket Ideas for toddler & preschooler BOYS!
Looking for Easter basket ideas for your kids? Here are my best Easter basket ideas for toddler and preschooler boys! Easter is a special holiday for a lot of families. While gifts and baskets are not the reason for the season, they are still a fun tradition for kids to get excited about. However, it...
The best wooden toys for Easter baskets
Want to fill your kid's basket with wooden and natural toys? Here are the best wooden toys for Easter baskets and Easter ideas for your kids! Ok, I have to start this by saying we do NOT do all wooden or all natural wooden toys for our kids. BUT I am in several wooden toy...
How to make crayons in the oven: the ultimate guide
Want to make your own recycled crayons? Here's a step by step guide on how to make crayons in the oven! One of my favorite special things to do for various holidays is to make rainbow crayons! I love activities that double up - just like making play dough, my kids enjoy the making as...
How to make bunny crayons for Easter
Looking for the perfect simple easter gift and Easter ideas for your kids? What about easter bunny crayons! Here is how to make bunny crayons for easter! We love making rainbow crayons in the oven any time of year, but they are really perfect for easter baskets or for easter party favors! Recycled crayons are...
How to make a leprechaun trap - simple and fun!
Wondering how to make a leprechaun trap? Here is how to make a simple and fun leprechaun trap from an oatmeal canister, a great St Patricks Day kids idea! St Patrick's Day can be a super fun holiday for kids - just make it about being silly, wearing green, and catching leprechauns! My 3 year...
What does a leprechaun leave in a trap?
Did your kid decide to set a leprechaun trap and now you aren't sure what happens next? Here are some ideas for what does a leprechaun leave in a trap, the perfect St Patricks Day kids idea! This was our first year setting a leprechaun trap and honestly I have mixed feelings about it. Our...
16 St Patricks Day breakfast ideas for kids
Want to make a special St Patrick's Day breakfast for your kids? Here are a ton of ideas to inspire you with fun St Patricks Day kids idea! I love taking "smaller" holidays and making them into a multi-week celebration. That's something that I used to mock as a single twenty-something but absolutely embrace now...
How to make homemade playdough without cream of tartar
Want to cook up some play dough with what you have on hand? Here's homemade playdough without cream of tartar! Making play dough is a really fun activity with toddlers or kids. It's kind of an activity because your kids can enjoy making it AND playing with it. This is a classic play dough recipe,...
Free & easy printable leprechaun trap letter
Looking for a free printable leprechaun trap letter? Here's everything you need to know about these silly letters and a free printable set, a great St Patricks Day kids idea! My kids are finally getting to the age (1 and 3) where they are into holidays. Every holiday! Even ones that aren't typically super child-centered....
Summer Scavenger hunt for kids (free printable!)
Want to get outside this summer? Go on a fun scavenger hunt! Here's how to plan a Summer Scavenger Hunt for kids and a free PDF printable! Summer is hot. We live in coastal South Carolina and it is REALLY HOT! Time outdoors can be great, but it can honestly get pretty miserable pretty quickly....
Yoto vs Tonie box vs Jooki vs Lunii vs Storypod
Want to purchase a screen-free audio device for your kid? Let's compare the most popular options: the Yoto vs Tonie box vs Jooki vs Lunii vs Storypod! If you are looking for a screen-free toy for your toddler or preschooler this season, you probably have been considering a kids reader or music player toy! I...
All about the Neptune Nugget Comfort Color
Considering getting a Neptune Nugget? Here is everything you need to know about this beautiful color! Want something BRIGHT blue colored for your Nugget? Hello, meet Neptune! This once retired Nugget color has returned. Let's talk about the Neptune color and how it might work in your home! What color is Neptune? Neptune is a...
How to make nugget builds sturdier
Trouble keeping your Nugget builds up? Here are my best tips for how to make Nugget builds sturdier! We love building with our Nugget kids couches (ahem we have four) and have shared a ton of Nugget configuration ideas. However, I see a lot of people complaining that their builds are not stable or fall...
Do Sam's Club Explorer Kids Sofas fit in Nugget Covers?
Wondering if a Sam's Club Member's Mark Explorer Sofa will fit in a Nugget cover? Let's talk about the ins and outs! Nuggets are super popular modular kid's couches and toys - read our full Nugget review! Sam's Club has their own branded version - read our Sam's Club Member's Mark Explorer Sofa vs Nugget...
How to make 2 ingredient cloud play dough
Looking for an easy playdough recipe? Here's how to make 2 ingredient cloud play dough using conditioner and cornstarch. We have really been enjoying making a lot of different play dough recipes around here, and I am excited to share some of our favorites with y'all. Today we are talking about a super simple play...
Spring Scavenger hunt for kids (free printable!)
Want to get outside this spring? Go on a scavenger hunt! Here's how to plan a Spring Scavenger Hunt for kids and a free PDF printable! Spring is a fantastic time of year. The weather is absolutely perfect and it's the best time to get outdoors and enjoy the natural world around us. As a...