This is a post I’ve meant to write for awhile but just haven’t known where to start. If you read this post in August, you know that we were expecting our second child this fall. I’m happy to say we welcomed our healthy baby boy in November to complete our family. So with that in…Read More
Kids
5 Back to School Tips for Kindergarten Parents
We’re still about 4 weeks out from our first day of school but I know that many kids across the US have started, or are starting, soon. And now that I’m a “seasoned” parent to a school-aged kid (ha!), I thought I would share some of the things I learned during Ivy’s kindergarten year. So…Read More
Book Recommendations for Moms and Kids
Happy Read Across America Day! If you’re unaware of what this special national “holiday” is, it is celebrated every year on March 2nd (which happens to be Dr. Seuss’s birthday) as a way to encourage kids to read. And while this day is primarily for the kids, I think moms can use a little encouragement…Read More
Usborne Books & More | Gardening, Flowers & Bug Books for Kids
Back in March I attended a Usborne Books & More “party” on Facebook and fell in love with all the books the company sells. Ivy’s always had an interest in reading so I thought it would be a fun program to join. Each month I’ll share with you some fun titles that correspond with the…Read More
Spring Clothing Ideas for Girls
This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. See my full disclosure here. Are you on the hunt for some super adorable yet super affordable clothes for your kids? I spent some time over the past week perusing H&M’s site…Read More
Routine and Behavior Cards for Kids
I’m not sure what it was about Ivy turning three that changed her behavior, but it did. The term “threenager” is a very real thing, folks. And I keep trying to tell myself it will get better, but it hasn’t. So we needed a change and I’m hoping these routine and behavior cards will help….Read More