According to a poll from the National Alliance for Youth Sports, around 70 percent of kids in the United States stop playing organized sports by the age of 13. Why are kids walking away? According to research, one of the main reasons is injury. Here are some...
Art is an essential way for children to begin to express themselves. The precursor to reading and writing is the understanding that a symbol can represent something else. The tactile aspect of painting, drawing, and kneading also provide important sensory and...
When my second was born, I dusted off the Beeba Babycook…and promptly used it twice before giving up. Too much effort, too little time (and energy). The poor babe ate mashed bananas and avocados morning, noon and night. Then, a friend told me about Once Upon a...
The diaper bag. I love em and hate em. I love them because they hold all of the essentials! I hate them because those adorable handbags I spent years collecting are on rotation as part of my toddler’s dress up routine and don’t make it out for date...
Here we go, Monday! It looks like we have a rainy week ahead so some Monday Motivation may be necessary today. Pour yourself an extra cup of coffee this morning, it may be a long one. A great way to beat those Monday blues? Make a quick list of the things that you are...
So long, summer! My friends and family joke that I turn into a “cool mom” during the summer months – less structure and routine for me and my kiddos. Around here, sandy toes, ice cream daily and late bedtimes translates to a messy house with sandy...
