As a LeapFrog Mom Ambassador, I receive products, promotional items and educational material to use and share as I see fit. However, any opinions expressed by me are honest and reflect my actual experience. This post contains affiliate links. It’s no secret that my son can’t get enough of playing with the family’s iPad or […]
5 Surprising Benefits of Sensory Play
Paint, flour, shaving cream, oh my! I know what you’re thinking. Oh, the mess! While those sensory activities look like so much fun for kids, doesn’t that stuff just get everywhere and make for a heck of a mess to clean up?! Well, for the most part, yes. But despite the headache sensory play can sometimes […]
12 Fun Ways to Keep Kids Cool in a Heat Wave
The tail end of summer often means enjoying the last few weeks with the whole family before school starts, bbq’ing or taking the kids to the beach one more time. But we often forget how hot August can get…especially recently with temperatures surpassing 90F!!! Talk about a heat wave! So what do you do when it’s scorching […]
Sun Protection & How to Choose the Best Sunscreen for Kids
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Neutrogena. I received samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Now that summer is officially here, the days are getting longer and hotter than ever. While we are thrilled to spend more time outdoors running around […]
Easy Pool & Water Activities for Toddlers
Now that the warmer weather is finally upon us, it’s time to start thinking about summer activities to do with the kiddos! I can’t wait to let my kids run around outdoors and burn off all that energy little boys especially tend to carry. My boys love making messes and splashing around, so I knew […]
Under the Sea Birthday Party
Last weekend we celebrated my youngest son’s first birthday party! A few weeks before the party, I took to Pinterest of course for some inspiration and settled on an under the sea theme which I thought would be super cute! We weren’t looking to do anything super fancy, since it was only a small party with […]
DIY Bird Feeder Craft & Bird Watching Tips for Outdoor Fun
Inside: Looking for an easy way to get your kids outdoors in cooler temperatures? Bring them closer to nature with a DIY bird feeder craft and activity. Bird-watching is a favorite outdoor activity in our family. So what better way to prepare for spring and enjoy the last few weeks of winter than with a […]
Movie Night with Kids: The Ultimate Checklist #BigHero6MovieNight
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BigHero6MovieNight #CollectiveBias Movie night is always a hit at our house. It’s a chance to sit back, relax and enjoy some quality time with the whole family. Well of course, there’s a bit of planning that needs to happen […]
DIY Rainbow Necklace for St. Patrick’s Day
If your child loves necklaces, this DIY rainbow necklace made from dyed pasta is sure to please. It’s a great St. Patrick’s Day craft for exploring colors and fine-motor skills with little ones. Last St. Patrick’s Day, my toddler wasn’t so into crafting, so we settled for an edible sensory bin made from JELLO. It was […]
Why Bath Time Is More Than Just Getting Baby Clean #SoMuchMore
This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with Johnson’s® and Latina Bloggers Connect. All opinions are 100% my own. Bath time has always been a favorite routine for our 2.5 year-old…from those very first months splashing around to the current toddler years blowing bubbles! A mere mention of “taking a bath” makes his face light […]