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MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse- Top S.T.E.M. Toys: Robotics & Technology

October 27 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

MPMK Toy Gift Guide: Top STEM Toys (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) for all ages - so many cool picks I'd never thought of and I love, LOVE the detailed descriptions and age recommendations. Such an amazing resource!

It’s time for another “MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse”… For those of you not exactly sure what I’m talking about, this is a day when we highlight one of our favorite sections of the:  2016 MPMK Gift Guides Why? Because I realize that our MEGA gift guides are a lot to take in- detailed descriptions and age recommendations of over 400 toys, books, games, and more divided into 15 themed guides takes some concentration to get through. I’ve heard from several moms in fact, both via email and in real … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: best engineering toys, best hot wheels toys, best LEGO sets, best programming toys, best robotic toys, best science toys, Best STEM toys, MPMK gift guide, STEM gift guide

The “25 Piece Minimalist Mom Wardrobe”

October 24 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

The Modern Minimalist Mom Wardrobe - Year 3... Amazing picks for setting up your own fall or winter capsule wardrobe.

My minimalist mom capsule wardrobe was so popular the last two years (and made dressing each day so fun and easy) that I couldn’t help do it again this year. Only a little bigger and even better. Every piece here is a proven winner- that shirt, cardigan, hoodie, and pair of jeans that you'll reach for again and again. The ones that you love to wear and can be worn a millions different ways. These are the items that keep us comfortably chasing the kids all day- cotton, denim, and sneakers- … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The grown ups (that's you!) Tagged With: capsule wardrobe, capsule wardrobe for moms, casual capsule wardrobe, minimalist wardrobe, mom mixable wardrobe

MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse: Innovative Art Supplies Every Kid Should Have

October 20 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Best Art Supplies for Kids - So many cool and interesting picks here, love the age recommendations and detailed reviews.

It's time for another "MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse"... For those of you not exactly sure what I'm talking about, this is a day when we highlight one of our favorite sections of the 2016 MPMK Gift Guides. Why? Because I realize that our MEGA gift guides are a lot to take in- detailed descriptions and age recommendations of over 400 toys, books, games, and more divided into 15 themed guides takes some concentration to get through. I’ve heard from several moms in fact, both via email and in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: best art books for kids, best art kits for kids, best art kits for the car, best art supplies for kids, best art supplies for toddlers, best new art supplies for kids, kid art sets, kids gift guide, MPMK gift guide, sewing kits for kids, toy gift guide

Kid Craft: Make Dr. Seuss’ Oobleck

October 19 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

DIY Slime and Oobleck Recipe: How to make Dr. Seuss' famous solid/liquid mixture- we love breaking this one out for Halloween!

Who says Halloween crafts and activities have to be scary? I absolutely love this slimey, ooey, gooey activity for helping little ones to get in on the festivities. Here's our contributor Kaley with the detials... It's gooey. It's gummy. It's like glue. It's oobleck! I have a soft spot for activities that correlate with children's books, and this is one of our favorites. After reading about the green sticky goop that falls from the sky in Dr. Seuss's Bartholomew and the Oobleck, amaze your kids … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Kaley, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: DIY slime, Halloween craft, halloween ideas, oobleck recipe, slime recipe

What I’m Reading: Raising A Rockstar Reader

October 15 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Helping Kids Learn to Read- 75 Quick Tips to Help Your Child Develop a Lifelong Love of Reading.

I've got another great read for you guys today and I think what you're going to love most about it is how super easy and quick it is to get through. Because, let's face it, as much as we all have the best intentions about reading that super-helpful parenting book, it often just doesn't get done. Raising A Rockstar Reader is different though. It is truly one of the most skimmable and easily digested books I have ever read- and it's packed with really great info. too. Hooray for a great book … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Parenting, The Book Nook Tagged With: books on kids literacy, how to help kids learn to read, literacy skills, parenting books, Raising a Rock-Star Reader, reading activities, reading games

MPMK Gift Guide Snippet: Best Gifts for 6 – 12 Month Olds

October 13 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Best developmental toys for babies & young toddlers - great list for that tricky 6 - 12 month age range. Such a great guide! Lots of detailed descriptions and all of our favorites are covered! Bookmarking for anytime someone has a baby and I need the perfect gift.

Did you know that within each of the 15 MPMK 2016 Gift Guides, there are several mini-gift guides? Actually, let me back up a second and say how much I've enjoyed all the feedback I've been getting from all of you on this year's guides. As you know if you're a regular reader here, our mega gift guides are a true labor of love. I spend A LOT of time researching and putting them together. When the work is finally over and I start to get feedback that they're truly helping parents to find … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: baby gift guide, best toys for babies, best toys for babies six months 9 months 12 months, best toys for young toddlers, MPMK gift guide, toddler gift guide, top toy gift guide, young toddler gift guide

Easy Halloween Decor: Mason Jar Mummy Votives

October 8 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Halloween DIY Decor: How to make Mummy Votives - super simple to do with kids. Turns out great and doesn't take much time or make a big mess.

The holiday season, and all the fun that comes with it, is here! Just in case your weekend to-do list has "decorating for Halloween" on the top of it in big bold letters like mine, here's one of my all-time favorite decor projects. These Mason Jar Mummy Votives are super, super simple to make and I love that it's one of those projects you can jump into with the kids without having to commit half a day to completing it. More MPMK DIY Halloween Decor DIY Spider Sacks Mess-Free Pumpkin … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Holiday Projects Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween craft project, Halloween DIY votives, halloween projects for kids, Mummy votives for Halloween

Parenting: One Stay-at-Home Dad’s Take on Self-Care

October 1 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

One Stay-at-Home Dad's take on Taking Care of Yourself While Parenting Young Children.

I'm so happy to introduce you guys to Billy today. He has some really interesting things to say about self-care, and what that really looks like when you're also responsible for the daily care of a young child. I especially connected to the part about modeling (and, sadly, the part about the dentist as I had a similar experience. NO. FUN.) Don't forget, we are always looking for new parenting perspectives to share. Learn more here. Here's Billy... "How long can this wait?" I ask. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: parenting, parenting self care

A Monster Cake Absolutely Anyone Can Make (I Promise)

September 26 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

A super impressive halloween monster cake ANYONE can make!

Isn't this little guy cute?  If you're a regular reader here than you know that my oldest is an October baby - this is the friendly monster cake I made to celebrate his 1st birthday and I think he'd make a fabulous addition to any Halloween parties you may have planned.   I know he looks fancy but he was actually very, very straight forward to make. In fact, this was only the third or fourth cake I've ever baked and those that came before were nothing fancy, straight-from-the-box Duncan … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Seasonal Fun, Tutorials Tagged With: halloween cake, halloween dessert halloween recipes, monster cake

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