When you want to get creative with your kids but don’t want the mess to take over, outside art is key. The messy stuff can stay outside (like all that baby-safe paint), and your kids (probably) won’t mind when you…
When it comes to universal kid truths, the fact that toddlers have tantrums pretty much tops the list (just ask this news anchor mom). On the flip side is another truth—handling tantrums can be really tough for parents. The good…
Summer and movies go together like splish and splash. You simply can’t have one without the other. And for us, there’s simply no better way to beat the heat on hot, sticky nights than cranking the AC, popping some corn,…
The weather is finally warmer. But now it’s kind of gone overboard, and the novelty of all-day outdoor summer activities has worn off. We’ve got indoor summer activities that will get your child moving, experimenting, and creating in the comfort…
Should newborn daytime naps be in the dark? This seems like a simple question, but if you ask five different moms, you’ll get five different answers. In this post, I’m sharing some of the best sleep practices from my favorite…
When my daughter was younger, anything–I mean, anything–could wake her up. My firstborn was a pretty good sleeper. We did the whole sleep training thing and she slept 8 hours a night by 8 weeks. My second daughter? No. I…
Looking for the best family movies of all time? With the endless array of TV and movie options (including free full-length options on YouTube), it’s hard to pick a flick that the whole family will love. Well, bicker no more.…
There’s no doubt that choosing your baby’s name is one of the greatest honors of motherhood…but it’s also a tall order. Bible baby names are pretty easy to come by. In fact, Noah, was one of the most popular boy…
Summer mealtime can be a drag for parents as kids waffle between “I’m bored!” and “I’m hungry!” Adding meal preparation to an already busy schedule is something we’d all like to avoid. We’ve rounded up simple recipes for kids: everything from…
Summer is here and so are the mosquitoes. Not only can they put a damper on your grilling and backyard pool party plans, but some not-so-lucky people have an over-the-top skin reaction when they get stung, which can be hard…