This post brought to you by Disney's Zootopia. All opinions are my own. As a parent, you want your children to always know they can do anything they set their minds to. Our sponsor is reminding us once again that encouraging our kids’ dreams and goals is vital to their growth as an individual. What better way to encourage them than to enjoy a great family friendly movie together? 5 Easy Ways to Encourage Kids to Reach Their Goals With the … [Read more...]
Exploring Genealogy Strengthens Family Ties
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Exploring Genealogy Strengthens Family Ties Human history is broken down into the story of families. With the population growing throughout the centuries, everyone can slowly but surely trace themselves back to a smaller and smaller pool of people. Human families have only gotten bigger, otherwise they’re pretty much changeless. Learning the history of our own families through genealogy has picked up in popularity over the last decade or so. … [Read more...]
Traveling With Young Kids | Homemade Activity Book Idea
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Traveling With Young Kids | Homemade Activity Book Idea During one of our family road trips, my oldest daughter and I tossed around ideas to keep Emma (5 1/2 at the time) and Ethan (4 at the time) entertained for nearly 5 hours in the car (each way). Kaytlin thought up a fun way to keep the kids entertained while still containing the mess so we didn’t have to dig for crayons or stickers between the seats and it went over so well I thought I'd … [Read more...]
4 Kitchen Essentials for Busy Moms
4 Kitchen Essentials for Busy Moms It seems like moms always have a reason to be in the kitchen. Moms spend much of their days cooking meals and preparing snacks for the family. They also have to pack their kids’ lunches and bake for school functions and parties. And of course moms have many non-cooking responsibilities and activities as well. Luckily, these four kitchen essentials can make a mom’s job just a little easier. Tupperware Many … [Read more...]
Help Your Child Overcome Their Fear of the Dentist
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Help Your Child Overcome Their Fear of the Dentist A visit to the dentist is a necessary activity that your child may dread. But in order to keep their teeth healthy, this event can put them on the road to better oral hygiene. Are they Afraid of the Dentist? Well then, to help ease their fears that may come with sitting in the dentist chair, you’ll want to follow the below tips. Start at an Early Age Parents have the responsibility of … [Read more...]
Buying for Baby: Choosing Between Second-Hand and New Products
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Buying for Baby: Choosing Between Second-Hand and New Products The precious few months before your baby arrives are often packed with last-minute tasks. From putting together the crib to purchasing the items you need, there's an endless list of decisions that must be made. It's also very easy to let your budget spiral out of control while purchasing necessities, but it doesn't always have to be this way! Buying certain items second-hand is an … [Read more...]
Ways To Feed Kids Healthy Foods With Menu Planning #CMHMoms
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This post brought to you Children's Mercy. All opinions are my own. All parents want to encourage healthy eating habits in their children. One of the best ways to do this is to menu plan with your kids help each week. Getting them involved in what they will be eating each day helps you to recognize their preferred foods, while also introducing them to healthier options on a regular basis. We have some great tips for how to get healthy foods … [Read more...]
Tips For Handling Kids Food Allergies At School #CMHMoms
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This post brought to you Children's Mercy. All opinions are my own. It can be tough to handle kids food allergies at school, but we have some simple tips to make that easier. Mixed reviews have come in from those who see school districts now asking parents to no longer send items like peanut butter to school. While we understand how it can make it difficult for some, food allergies are a real issue that should be addressed. Some may be mild … [Read more...]
Baby Gear Basics | A Strategy for Convenience and Safety
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Baby Gear Basics – a Strategy for Convenience and Safety Congratulations! You've made it through nine months of pregnancy, and now you have a beautiful baby to show for it. During this special time in your life, you’re likely feeling a variety of emotions and slowly getting comfortable with your new role as a parent. Rest assured, the dark circles from sleep deprivation will eventually subside. However, the element of concern that you have for … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Child’s Skin as Healthy as Possible
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Keeping Your Child’s Skin as Healthy as Possible Your child’s skin is very delicate and as such can experience a variety of issues, from moles and dry skin to diaper rash and sunburn. While you have the joy of nuzzling those tiny fingers and soft cheeks, you also have the responsibility of keeping the child’s sensitive skin free from allergies, irritation and harmful chemicals in the environment. You need to spot and address the … [Read more...]
