Sensory play provides so many learning benefits to young kids and this one is so much fun! Kids love to hammer things in and they will love pounding the golf tees in.
Books We Love: Very First Book of Things to Spot Out and About
This is such a fun book for toddlers. Watch their faces as they search each page in answer of the question you asked. Get in on the fun as they learn new words, explore the pages and keep those brains engaged.
The Ultimate Sensory Bin List
Sensory bins provide endless hours of fun and just as many learning opportunities. Check out our ultimate list of sensory bin materials and let the fun begin.
Books We Love: Slide and See Farm
Slide and See Farm is an engaging and fun book that lets you watch your child’s mind at work as they trace and explore each page. With durable moving parts, it is sure to be a favorite.
Snowman Math FREE Preschool Printable Activity
Since John is finally on board with us homeschooling the kids, I figured I should kick my planning into high gear. While Maggie isn’t old enough for kindergarten yet, I figured that since John is laid off right now, he could get a glimpse of what our day is like. First up was some Snowman…
Holiday Gift Guide: Magformers Review
Ever since Maggie was a baby, well, a toddler I suppose, there have been certain toys that always grab their attention. My kids love to build. We have so many different blocks and other builder types of toys and they get played with SO often. The latest addition to our collection has been Magformers. I’ve…
Little Tikes Lil’ Ocean Explorers 3-in-1 Adventure Course Review
Give your growing baby a head start on adventure. From sitting to crawling to standing, there are so many things to twist, turn pull and drop in the Little Tikes Lil’ Explorers 3-in1 Ocean Adventure. Find the full review here.
Help Kids Through Their Emotions with a DIY Feelings Shelf
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #InsideOutEmotions #CollectiveBias This little boy of mine, he will be 3 next week. He is the smartest, funniest, most entertaining boy I could ever ask for. He is also the most challenging. He is full of emotion…
Create a DIY Flower Shop Dramatic Play Center
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WhereFunBegins #CollectiveBias Around Valentine’s Day, I got John to make us this stand. I really wanted it for a Free Kisses Photo Booth for Henry’s 4 month pictures. It’s kind of big and heavy to move, but I thought…
A Day Out with 3 Kids + Combi Fold N Go Double Stroller Review
As a family of 5, we still like to get out and do as much as we did when we were a family of 3 or 4, although now we are a bit outnumbered by kids. I’ve always been a big advocate of baby wearing because it is just easier for me most of the…
When the World is Your Classroom, Cleaning Up Can Wait
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PurellWipes #CollectiveBias We have definitely been enjoying our early spring here in Minnesota. I’m pretty sure it was May before it was this nice out last year. I had promised the kids a trip to the park with…
The Solution to “I Wish My Toddler Would Sleep Later” #MPMHGG
I don’t think there is a parent out there who hasn’t said the words, “I wish my toddler would sleep later.” In my world, I have decided that 7 am is the earliest reasonable hour that I will even acknowledge the kids. Before that, and I mean even if it is 6:59 am, I tell…
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Pediatrician
If you are really prepared { I was not}, you are probably doing your research on pediatricians before you give birth. If you are like me, you wait until you deliver and even then, it may not be a big question in your mind. I think I was naive, thinking all doctors were the same.…
6 Non-Toy Gifts for 2 Year Olds
Let’s face it, our children don’t need every single toy out there, but people love to give fun gifts to kids.
Our Bedtime Routine + Tips for helping your kids develop good sleep habits
Wonder Bumpers really are amazing. You simply zip them onto each crib slat. It is more time consuming to set up then traditional bumpers, but very worth it because of how safe they are. I love that even when I transitioned Charlie into a toddler bed, I could leave the Wonder Bumpers on the crib.
Counting on the farm makes learning fun
There are so many things my almost 2 year old and my 3 year old can learn with the In the Barn Farm Counters. With Charlie, we can working on identifying animals and the sounds they make, as well as naming colors and separating by color or animal. We also practice counting them, but his favorite is just lining them up.
5 All natural products for new moms {Balm Baby review}
*Disclosure: I received complimentary products from Balm Baby for the purpose of this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.* I remember quite clearly, after having Maggie, I was taking a shower one morning. As I went through my routine, my shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shave gel, that every single one of these products…
Shopping with Toddlers {Tuesday’s Toddler Tales linkup}
Shopping with toddlers can be fun! Here is a list to help you be prepared and make that shopping trip go a little better for all of you.
Toddler Friendly Chores + {Tuesday’s Toddler Tales link-up}
Teaching children responsibility starts at any age. As soon as our kids are able to help, we start giving them ways to help. Making it fun just makes it easier. Here are some toddler friendly chores that will have your little ones pitching in. Putting dishes in the sink – After each meal, the kids…
An adorable spring wardrobe thanks to OshKosh B’gosh + 20% off coupon
“I participated in an Influencer Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for OshKosh B’gosh. I received a gift card to facilitate my shopping trip and to thank me for participating.” I was so excited to receive a $100 gift card to shop for spring clothes for Maggie and Charlie at OshKosh B’gosh. And, being…