Looking for a fun spider themed snack for Halloween that toddler and preschoolers can make themselves?! Here's how to make these easy mini chocolate donut spiders! Halloween is my very favorite holiday - and I am excited to see my kids get excited about it, too~ We are trying to turn Halloween into a whole...
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Simple Spider Sensory Bin - baby friendly!
Looking for an easy Halloween sensory bin idea? Here's a spaghetti worm and spider bin that's super easy to make and even good for mouthy babies and toddlers! Halloween is almost here and I don't know about y'all but we are making a month of it! One thing that I love doing with my kids...
Four Nugget configuration ideas
Are you trying to come up with build ideas using 4 Nugget comfort kids couches? Here are some of my favorites! I honestly feel almost embarrassed admitting that we now have 4 Nuggets. Like, thats >$1,000 worth of foam 😂 We accumulated our Nugget couches over time, have a large playroom with zero actual furniture,...
25 Thomas the Train Gift Ideas for Kids
Looking for the perfect Thomas the Train gift idea for your toddler? Here are my favorites - beyond just the trains themselves! My 3 year old is OBSESSED with Thomas the Train. It's funny because a few months ago, he didn't even know who Thomas was and it was all Puppy Dog Pals 24/7. But...
Christmas Decoration Scavenger Hunt for Kids - FREE PRINTABLE!
Looking for a fun, free, outdoor Christmas activity for your family? Here's how to do an outdoor Christmas scavenger hunt - with a free printable! We love love love looking at holiday decorations. Halloween? The best. Christmas? So bright and shiny! I just love seeing the joy in my kids' eyes when they see everything...
24 Healthy Smash Cake Ideas for Baby's First Birthday!
Looking for healthy smash cake ideas? Here are a tone of baby's first birthday cake ideas - without all the added sugar! A baby's first birthday is SO FUN! I mean, seriously, all one year olds are adorable and it's so exciting to gather around and celebrate them. Plus, at one, they have very few...
The Best Modular Couches for Kids
Shopping for a modular couch for your kids? Here are the best ones in each category! If you have a playroom, you might want a couch for it. But if you have small kids, you might not want a traditional couch. Modular couches are couches that the cushions come apart for lots of play and...
The 13 Best Paleo Freezer Meals for New Moms
When you have a new baby, the last thing you want to do is have to cook an elaborate meal. Whether you are prepping for yourself postpartum or want to gift food to a friend, here are the best paleo freezer meals for new moms! The time right after you have a baby is wild....
The 4 Types of Pikler Triangles
Considering a pikler triangle for your toddler or preschooler? There are a few different types! Let's talk about the differences! Pikler triangles are a super popular climbing toy for toddlers and preschoolers. Pikler triangles have a ton of benefits including giving kids a safe place to climb and building gross motor skills. Here are all...
Is the Ubbi diaper pail worth it?
Considering buying or adding an Ubbi diaper pail to your registry? We have bought it twice - and here's why it's worth the price! Baby shopping is this weird time. You feel like you need to buy so much STUFF but you don't know what you need, or even which of each thing to get....
Nugget Comfort vs Huddle
Considering a Nugget couch or a Huddle for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the Huddle Customizable Kids Couch. Let's jump in and compare the two! Here are my 12 favorite...
11 Nugget builds for babies
Want to use your Nugget with a baby? Here are my favorite build and configurations ideas! Nuggets are a super popular climbing toy for preschoolers, toddlers, and kids. But what about babies? I will firmly say don't buy a Nugget for a baby (unless you are just obsessed haha) but if you have a Nugget...
Nugget Comfort vs My NooK
Considering a Nugget couch or a My NooK for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the NooK. Let's jump in and compare the two! Here are my 12 favorite indoor climbing...
Nugget Comfort vs Stylized Nest
Considering a Nugget couch or a Stylized Nest for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the Nest. Let's jump in and compare the two! Here are my 12 favorite indoor climbing...
Nugget Comfort vs Go Coconut
Considering a Nugget couch or a Go Coconut for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the Go Coconut. Let's jump in and compare the two! Here are my 12 favorite indoor...
Nugget Comfort vs FortZee
Considering a Nugget couch or a FortZee for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the FortZee. Let's jump in and compare the two! Here are my 12 favorite indoor climbing toys...
How to make a Nugget Christmas tree
Want to set your Nugget comfort kid's couch up like a Christmas tree? Here's how to do it and some great decorating ideas! Nuggets are a super popular Christmas gift for toddlers and kids. Whether you are trying to surprise your kids with the Nugget as a gift or just want to make your Nugget...
Nugget Comfort vs Cushy Couch
Considering a Nugget couch or a Cushy Couch for your kids? Let's compare them side by side to see which is best for your family. Everyone is always looking for a Nugget knock off! A new popular option is the Cushy Couch. This is a Canadian option though they ship internationally. Let's jump in and...
Fall memory matching game - free printable!
Looking for a fun, easy activity for your toddler or preschooler this fall? Check out my free printable matching memory game! I am always looking for easy ways to keep my toddlers occupied. Whether I need to fold laundry, make lunch, or just have a minute, anything that they can play by themselves is a...
Halloween Scavenger Hunt for Kids (Free printable!)
Want to get your kids outside this Halloween? Let's go on a scavenger hunt! Here's how to plan a Halloween Scavenger Hunt for kids and a free PDF printable! I absolutely love Halloween. It's just a fun, silly holiday. I love Halloween so much that I make it into an entire month of activities. Now...
Fall Scavenger Hunt for Kids (Free printable!)
Want to get your kids outside this fall? Let's go on a scavenger hunt! Here's how to plan a Fall Scavenger Hunt for kids and a free PDF printable! Fall 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...
11 Candy-Free Halloween Treat Ideas
Looking for candy-free halloween treat ideas? Whether you have kids with allergies, a low sugar diet, or are just sick of candy, here are a ton of candy alternatives for Halloween! Halloween is my favorite holiday and often it turns into an entire month of fun. That can mean a LOT of Halloween candy. Maybe...
Nugget Comfort Dinosaur/Monster build!
Want to build a Nugget dinosaur? Here's how to to it! Today I'm excited to share a really fun build idea with you - a dinosaur! Or, a monster. A dragon? Whatever your kids want it to be! It's not really a climbing build, it's just for dramatic effect. You can see a full video...
The best waterproof liners for Nuggets
Love your Nugget kids couches and want to protect them? Let's compare the Nugget brand liners to the alternatives. Here are the best waterproof liners for Nuggets! We love our Nuggets so very much. I don't want them to get ruined! But, if you have a spill on the Nugget and it gets to the...
The best wooden toys for Halloween
Looking to add some halloween themed wooden toys to add to your collection? Here are the best wooden toys for Halloween! Halloween is almost here! I don't know about you, but Halloween is my most favorite holiday. Something about it is just so silly and fun, how can you not love it? If you are...
Toddler nature art + nature hunt activity
Looking for a fun nature art activity for toddlers?! We went on a nature hunt and then used our found items to paint with! This was a huge hit with both my kids! I am always looking for activities to do in the mornings with my one and two year olds. I love activities that...
Toddler + Preschooler Halloween Boo Basket Ideas
Looking for halloween boo basket ideas for toddlers and preschoolers? Here are some ideas for non-junky things your kids will love! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays precisely because it's not all about gifts, but instead all about fun. So, I feel like I should be anti-boo basket. Maybe I am! But I love...
What age is Nugget comfort for?
Wondering what age a Nugget comfort kids couch is for? Here's the answer - and ideas for using it for every age! Nuggets are a super popular kids couch. But, did you know that they were originally designed to be used by college kids?! The founders were students at UNC who were looking for a...
Little Poppy Co hair bow subscription review
Little Poppy Co is a monthly subscription service for kids hair bows and accessories for adults and kids. Here's my review after getting it for almost a year! I was so excited to have a daughter. I have always dreamed of matching outfits, girly dresses, and of course hair bows. If having a boy and...
24 Spider themed activities + crafts for preschoolers
Looking for the perfect spider themed craft or activity for your preschooler this Halloween? Here are a ton of ideas to inspire you! Spiders are a HUGE hit with kids. It could be spooky for Halloween, to pair with a favorite spider book, or just because! These spider crafts and activities are perfect for toddlers...
Ghost themed crafts & activities for preschoolers
Getting into the spooky halloween spirit? Whether you are planning a whole ghost themed week or just looking for fun halloween crafts, here are ghost themed crafts and activities for any preschooler! Halloween is so much fun to decorate for and enjoy with kids. If you're like me, you want to make Halloween last the...
The top charities that help kids at Christmas for 2022
Christmas is a special holiday to celebrate with your kids. However, if you need help making this Christmas special for your kids, here are some charities that help kids at Christmas. Christmas is a magical time to have kids. However, there are a lot of social pressures to spend-spend-spend. Gifts, food, and so many activities....
Ghost themed treats for kids
Looking for fun Halloween treats to make for your kids? Here are a ton of ghost themed recipes that are sure to be tons of spooky fun! One of the best ways to get into the spirit of a holiday is with themed treats. Halloween included! I like to make Halloween a month long celebration....
Nugget Alternatives available in Canada
Want a Nugget kid's couch but live in Canada? Here's the deal with ordering them - and some Canadian alternatives! Nuggets are a wildly popular kid's modular couch that can be used for building, lounging, and imaginative play. You can read my full Nugget review here. Let's talk about your options for getting a toddler...
6 Easy marker storage ideas
Markers everywhere? I feel ya! Here are the best marker storage ideas to keep them all in one place and keep them from drying out. I love that my son loves coloring! It's a great "busy time" activity and I love seeing him get creative. What I don't love is markers rolling all over the...
The best tips for pumpkin picking with kids!
Taking your kids pumpkin picking? Here are the best tips for pumpkin picking with kids to have a great time and get some beautiful photos! Fall is such a fun time of year. Summer is winding down and it's the beginning of the build up towards the holiday season. It's kind of hard to get...
22 Easy DIY Halloween Gift Ideas
Looking for DIY halloween gift ideas? Teacher gifts, party favors, neighbor gifts, classroom gifts - we have them all! Here are some quick and easy things you can DIY! I am all about the trick or treating, but I also love that Halloween has been extended to more of a month long affair. And while...
Nugget Comfort vs Pikler Triangles
Deciding between buying your kids a Nugget comfort kids couch or a pikler triangle?! We have both! Let's chat about the differences! The Nugget and the Pikler Triangle are both extremely popular toys for toddlers and preschool aged kids. And for a good reason - they are both fantastic toys! They let your kids really...
Easy ways to get free kids books
Looking for free books for your kids? There are lots of programs that offer them! Here are some ideas to get you started! My husband and I are both really big readers and one of our big goals with our kids is to foster a love of reading. That is definitely working with our 2...
The Ultimate Guide to Nugget Configurations!
Here are a ton of nugget couch ideas all in one place - Nugget build configurations, slides, ramps, forts, obstacle courses, and more ideas kids love! Love your Nugget comfort couch? Yeah, us too! So much that we now have four! Whoops 🙂 People love Nuggets because they are full of limitless free play options...
Three Nugget Configuration Ideas
Looking for three Nugget couch configuration ideas? Here are some of our favorite triple Nugget couch builds! We are obsessed with our Nugget comfort couches! They are our favorite place to play, hang out, build, and play rough and tumble with our two kids. Read our full Nugget review! We have 4 Nuggets, and it...
Little Blue Truck inspired mud sensory bin
Love the Little Blue Truck? Here's a super simple muddy sensory bin idea - perfect for playing outside, for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! We have been reading a lot of truck books lately, and Little Blue Truck is an obvious favorite. If you haven't read it, it's about a little blue truck that's kind to...