It isn’t even that time of year, yet our household is battling strep throat like it may go out of business. First my middle child came down with it, now my oldest and I know it is just a matter of time before the baby is stricken with the fever and chills. Sickness with littles spreads like wildfire and it can be FRUSTRATING as a parent.
I happen to have an almost 2 year old and when I hear that some mommas are having a difficult time nailing down a solid bedtime routine, well, I must speak up! Bedtime routines are really quite simple and when done correctly, can make bedtime actually pleasant for you and your little one.
As the summer months start to wind down and summer is coming to a close, the bucket list of ideas is starting to dwindle and the pressure of the start of school is setting in. I get it. I try to squeeze anything out of every second of the day…knowing it will soon come to an end. As the time draws near for school shopping and getting back into a routine, here are a few more ideas to entertain the kids these last few weeks.
I’m always looking for a place to take my kids where there are endless exploring opportunities, a place to use your imagination and a place where the environment changes each time you go. 577 Foundation in Perrysburg, Ohio is just that. Anywhere from the used book sale to the fossil pile, there is endless fun Monday through Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm.
GAH…My heart right here!
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This little one has a heart unlike anything I have ever seen in such a small little one. Tears well up in my eyes when I think about her heart for others and bringing joy to those around her…it FAR outweighs bringing joy to herself…ever. She thrives on giving and seeing others be blessed.
Our family is blessed with three young girls who are a pleasure to be around and raise. My husband and I are truly blessed. As a family, we have fun together, we laugh together, and we enjoy spending time together. That being said, we also have three girls who can get on each others nerves. When summer hit for our oldest, it was evident that we needed a system set into place to make the transition into a new “norm” a bit easier and consistent when it came to everyone getting along. Being a former teacher, I am well aware that routines and consistency are key to success. Sure I could “wing it,” but why not set the girls up for success this summer.
After giving birth to your child, it’s difficult to think of anything other than the new wailing, pooping, spitting roommate you’ve just been tasked with keeping alive — even though you’re also going through a huge transition (not to mention, Read more…
As a new momma or even a veteran momma (or caregiver), it’s always nice to get “free” things. These days, everything comes with a price tag…even free things…but there are some companies and products out there that truly pamper the Read more…
I remember when I had my first child, I was always trying to fill the day with things to do. Down time was boring time for me so any time I had down time, I would look through the Toledo Parent, check out what the local libraries and parks were doing and reach out to friends for play dates. I enjoyed it but I’m not so sure my daughter appreciated all the running around all the time.
When able-bodied children have free range to play, run, jump, skip, swing, etc. at a public park, it truly segregates the little ones who weren’t blessed with those abilities to come easily. Having 3 kids who are affected by their gross motor abilities, I have seen firsthand the effects of going to your “average” playground where there isn’t much they can do.