As a parent, you have probably heard of (or hopefully even participated in) a diaper drive in your area. But have you ever thought about what goes into getting an operation like this off the ground and running? Or how the need for diapers can truly be the difference between security and tough times for a family?Did you know, for example, that diapers aren't covered by federal subsidies? When I learned this while visiting the HomeAid Orange County, an emergency shelter for families and member … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life: Meet Emily – NICU Nurse, Toddler Mom and Pregnant with Twins!
I am so excited to share this project with you today. Warning, get the tissues ready!For decades, Huggies has believed in the power of hugs to help babies thrive. They’re inspired by the amazing benefits hugs have on babies and want to spread that power to those who have given so much.They are also committed to ensuring that no baby goes unhugged, and this conviction drives everything they do. No Baby Unhugged is Huggies vision to ensure all babies get the hugs they need. … [Read more...]
Must-Try Lunch Box and After School Snack Hacks
*This post is sponsored by Stonyfield YoKids, all opinions are 100% our own.Every year, just before school starts, I buy my kids a new lunch box and new ice packs to go with it. The ice packs tend to get dirty, broken or lost before the end of the year. But, in order for my kids to eat their homemade lunch, the veggies need to be crisp, the sandwich cool and the yogurt ice cold.I recently discovered my favorite new trick for packing lunches...freezing the yogurt.Not … [Read more...]
3 Hacks for Saving Time and Money While Back-to-School Shopping
This post is brought to you by CJ Affiliate’s VIP Content Service. Thank you Kmart for sponsoring this post. While this was a sponsored opportunity from Kmart, all content and opinions expressed here are my own.Our summer has consisted of trips to the beach, the local ice cream shop and play dates with friends. We've had our fill of fun and all that comes along with endless days off. Now my three kids are ready for school to start.I think they might be craving some structure and who … [Read more...]
Free Printable: The Organized Student Kit
Kristin is back today with another super helpful free printable. This one will teach your kids indpendence while keeping them organized (two things you guys know I love).Something else that I really love, though, is the section where kids can record what they're proud of for the day or week.Not to get off topic, but I've been reading Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant. Just the other night I underlined this passage:"Adam … [Read more...]
Good Idea: Protein-Powered Blender Muffins
What's better than a batch of freshly made muffins? Muffins that can be made in minutes in your blender.Simply dump ingredients into your blender and mix. Pour into the muffin tins and you're done! If only everything could be this easy. (To make it even more simple, check out this amazing non-stick and dishwasher safe silicon muffin tin.)Blender muffins are the perfect after school snack or lunch time accompaniment.The following recipe is made with Kodiak Cakes mix to add in some … [Read more...]
Free Printables: Kids’ Cleaning Kits for Every Room
This summer I'm starting out organized!We're planning all the fun things on our summer budget bucket list and we're also getting some money jobs and family jobs done! After all, with all the extra hours at home, kids need to stay busy. So, I've put together baskets like these (these are also really fun if you like color and smiley faces!) and added some simple checklists which we've made available for you guys to use too. Either print the paper and laminate it or print off … [Read more...]
Summer Snacking: Tangy Orange Tangerine Creamsicles
One of my favorite parts of summer is having more time to make homemade treats with the kids!With all of the sports and after-school activities during the school year, I never seem to have any extra time to spend in the kitchen with my kids, so I love to do it as much as possible during the summer.My littles absolutely love spending time with me pouring and mixing and I see it as a great time to connect. Plus, getting them comfortable in the kitchen is an important life skill.Today … [Read more...]
7 Things Teachers Wish You Knew About Summer Break
Teachers, parents and kids alike breathe a sigh of relief as the school year starts to wrap up. Nine months of hardcore learning is exhausting.Plus the school year usually ends with an Open House, which means kids are working hard or projects to show parents what they've learned. So, by the time we are looking at the last few weeks of school, everyone is staggering toward the finish line.Summer break can mean different things to different people. Working parents need to line up child … [Read more...]