(photo by ...love Megan, text added by MPMK) We're continuing our month-long pursuit of a better 2014 with another Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life post and more design tips from our in-house professional organizer, Annie. Last week she shared her Principles of an Organized Playroom and today she's divulging her three must-haves for entryway organization. (Don't forget to check out the end of this post for links to all of this month's helpful how-tos.) The importance of a well-organized … [Read more...]
5 Step Guide to Eating for Energy
Yesterday we recapped our very favorite MPMK ideas for living and parenting better in 2013, today I'm bringing back another favorite - my two favorite nutritionists, Megan and Katie, from Prescribe Nutrition - to give us all a crash course on how to quickly get in the habit of eating to look and feel better this spring. Here's Katie with her... 5-step plan to jump starting a better eating routine for spring... … [Read more...]
Our Top Ideas for Living Better this Year
Happy New Year guys! Along with making one of our recommended family resolutions and celebrating with these ideas for the kids, I'm also ringing in the new year with a pre-natal massage. (Way to start the year off - am I right?) In case you're also looking to start off on the right foot, I thought I'd provide you with some of our best resources on living happier and healthier in the coming year. In no particular order, here are our top 6 ideas... … [Read more...]
“Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life” Planner Printables Now Available!
It's that time of year again, when we all take a deep breath and vow to make a fresh start. And to help you out, we've got some big, exciting news to share today! When we launched our handbook to leading a more simplified life, Project Organize Your ENTIRE Life: The Quick Start Guide. It was a huge success and we've since sold well over 10,000 copies. But I also heard from you guys that you would like some handy-dandy printables to go along with your newly-formed action plans. So last … [Read more...]
Top 10 Ways for Families to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
Have you noticed we're getting a little jazzed for New Year's Eve around here? This is the first year I've really considered doing something special with the kids and my brain has been nearly exploding with the possibilities. Today we're sharing our top 10 ideas from around the web for spending the night celebrating as a family. Ready? Here we go... 1) Make Countdown Bags to Be Opened Each Hour We Love the look of these bags from The Idea Room. Unfortuantely, there doesn't seem to be an … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve Treat: Sparkling Jello Push Pops
Have you given any thought to your New Year's Eve plans? Since having kids, we keep it pretty low key ("Wake me up when the ball drops!"), but it's still nice to commemorate the occasion with a special treat. Steph asked me if I could come up with a spin on champagne jello shots for the holiday (she was inspired by a post at Perpetually Engaged) and I was all over it! … [Read more...]
DIY Wrapping Paper
Handmade wrapping paper is a labor of love, but the process is all part of giving a gift that is special and meaningful. Get the kids involved and let them wrap special gifts for siblings or grandparents with their own handmade gift wrap. This project is great for cold winter evenings when we're stuck inside! Plus, this simple stenciled wrapping paper looks elegant and is so easy that it's even toddler appropriate. Start with a piece of kraft paper. I love painting on kraft paper … [Read more...]
Gift Guide 2014: Stocking Stuffers for Every Kind of Kid
Not to freak you out or anything, but we're under the 2 week mark until Christmas. Have you finished up your shopping yet? Most years stocking stuffers are one of the last things I get around to buying because I'm never quite sure what to get. I want items that are inexpensive but will still lead to engaged, quality play - not junk that will liter my house. This time around, though, I find myself with the opposite problem - I've found too many great options. While I struggle to narrow down … [Read more...]
Kid Craft: Peppermint Candy Wreaths
Janssen's with us today sharing one of her favorite Christmas crafts from her childhood. I love the idea of using these around candles on a table or as an extra-special gift topper. And don't worry, she's got tips on how to avoid a sticky mess. I remember making these as a child, but we used tiny tart pans, so I never made them myself until last year (because I didn't OWN tart pans, tiny or otherwise). Then I thought, … [Read more...]
Gift Guide 2015: Top Picks for Family Game Night
Having a regular family game night is a great tradition to strengthen the family unit. Not only does it ensure time for connecting with each other, it also gets your kids in the habit of communicating with you - something that will pay-off big time when they're older. Plus, with the right game, it can be really fun! Just as valuable as popular family games, are games that kids will happily play alone or with a sibling so that you can get stuff done! Below you'll find a selection of games … [Read more...]
Hot Cocoa Bar with Spiced Eggnog Whipped Cream
Baby, it’s cold outside. And that means it’s the perfect weather for a hot cocoa bar. And eggnog… So why not combine the two? Enter: a festive hot cocoa bar with spiced eggnog whipped cream. I’m a personal fan of whipped cream on cocoa, instead of marshmallows. And when you are going the whipped cream route, it HAS to be homemade. To make the eggnog whipped cream, you will need: … [Read more...]
An Extra Special Healthy Holiday Lunch
I don't know about you, but around here December is a magical month filled with little surprises around every corner - whether it's a new Christmas book from the library or an impromptu car ride to seek our some twinkly lights. I've said before that, while I don't regularly prepare bento-style lunches for the kids, I like to occasionally sneak one in here or there for a special (and healthy) treat... No doubt this easy-to-prepare lunch put together by our contributor Wendy will soon become one … [Read more...]
Gift Guide 2015: Top Picks for Babies & Young Toddlers
Welcome to the famous MPMK Gift Guides and congrats on finding the most comprehensive and easy-to-use kids' gift guide on the internet! (If you're not familiar with our famous lists, learn all about them here)... Babies and young toddlers can be especially tough to shop for - it's not like we can just ask them what they want. Plus, kids develop differently and at different rates at this age. Your best bet is to go for the tried-and-true toys that aim to build hand-eye coordination and … [Read more...]
The Forever Home Project: Dining Room Update & $250 Giveaway
Along with buying gifts and getting the holidays cards done and out the door, a big part of this season is getting your home spruced up and looking it's best - especially if you'll be hosting Christmas dinner. I've been working on just that around here lately. Along with hanging the garland and putting out some poinsettias, I've also turned my attention to the spot where our guests will be feasting; the dining room. I showed you our new table, chairs, and hutches in my last Forever Home … [Read more...]
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