When I sent my first daughter off to VPK (Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten), I was ready. Her sister was just 18 months, and I was so happy to have some “alone” time with the baby, who I had always juggled time with before. As I sent our big girl away to school every day, I was so Read Post
FREE Chalkboard First Day of School Printables
Do you always want to buy a chalkboard and write cute messages on it for your kid’s first day of school? Me too…but I always forget! And since I’m OBSESSED with chalkboard printables, I decided to make a chalkboard first day of school printable for our littlest who starts VPK this year. But then I thought, Read Post
The Power of Yes
Every weekend I take the girls to Whole Foods, it’s a ritual. We grab a green smoothie, our veggies, and other special items we need for the week. It’s usually sandwiched in between the pet store and regular grocery store, and always so packed that I can’t wait to just get in and out. And Read Post
How to Protect Your Family From the Zika Virus
It’s been making headlines for months, and the Zika Virus has now been reported in the U.S. this week with cases in Miami. Zika is particularly harmful to pregnant women, as it can cause the birth defect microcephaly in unborn children. But Zika also causes symptoms to others if they are bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus. Read Post
Money Saving Back to School Shopping Tips [GIVEAWAY]
Can you believe it’s almost here? Summer has flown by, and in just weeks we’ll be re-entering the world of car lines, PTO meetings, and field trip forms. But before we send our kids back to school, we of course have to stock up and go shopping. Just the thought of it can seem overwhelming. Read Post
8 Signs You’re Living With a Fournado
It’s uncanny how quickly behaviors can change in just a few short months in our children. We realize The Terrible Two’s weren’t so bad when the Threenagers emerge. And as we limp through that age we think, “Well, when she’s four things will mellow out.” Think again. As with all parenting challenges, as soon as Read Post
Why All Kids Need to Learn to Swim
Two years ago the one thing happened to us that we swore would never happen; our two year old fell into our gated pool when no one was watching. It was a Saturday morning and our friends were over for some summer swimming fun. I went inside to start making lunch and asked my husband and friend Read Post
Things Kids Say: Road Trip Edition
Like most families, road trips are the most economical way to travel. You load up the minivan with games, food, coolers, tablets, and can’t wait to hit the open road for you next adventure! But there are those moments in between, you know the Things Kids Say that are both hysterical, and sometimes oh so Read Post
10 Truths of Going on Vacation With Kids
We recently took our girls for the first time to New York City, and in just a short three day weekend we were reminded of the joys of travelling with kids. So if you are planning a getaway anytime soon, um…good luck. Here are the 10 Truths of Going On Vacation With Kids.
Tips for Planning the Perfect Seekender Weekend with Kids
Disclosure: We received a complimentary trip from Hampton by Hilton, but all opinions are mine, and I love the waffles. Are you ready to start making those vacation plans? Anytime of year is the perfect time to plan a Seekender weekend! A Seekender is a bold adventurer who likes to take advantage of three-day weekends, Read Post
Savoring Stolen Moments
The crickets are out and singing long before the sun goes down. The air is still hot and sticky, and while the kids are already tucked in for the night, I slip away to our yard. The plastic Adirondack chairs my husband said I’d never use have become my favorite spot to retreat to after Read Post
7 Tricks to Really Get Your Kids To Drink Water
If you’ve spent more than five minute outdoors in South Florida, you know all year long we need to beat the heat. Hydration is always important for children, but even more so during summer months when so much time is spent outside. But what if your kids don’t like water? Mine didn’t either, until we tried some Read Post
