Even though school has already started for many of you, there are also still several weeks of warm weather left. Today I wanted to share with you some of our family's favorite toys this summer.Quick note: If you're wondering if these reviews are part of a paid sponsorship, they are not. I did, however, receive free review product so that I could test each of these finds and report back to you guys.Here's the deal, as a family blogger I get offered A LOT of products to review- especially toys … [Read more...]
4 Christmas-Saving Drug Store Hacks You Gotta See
This time of year is capital B, busy! With class parties, teacher gifts, Santa, stockings, white elephant parties and more going on, something is almost bound to fall off your radar until the eleventh hour. But don't worry, we've got you covered. Whether you're scrambling to fill the stocking or find the perfect last-minute teacher gift on a budget, we've teamed up with our newest sponsor, CVS, to bring you 4 Christmas-saving drug store hacks. They're all cute, clever and look like you … [Read more...]
Round-Up: The Best Back-to-School Kid Clothes at Amazing Sale Prices
Ack! Only 3 days left of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and I have SO MANY great back-to-school finds for the kids to share! (And don't forget about the finds for mom that I posted last week too!) I'll be honest, I don't believe in spending too much on my kids' clothes (especially the 2-year-old). As the title of this blog suggests, I believe kids should be active and messy and I don't want to be holding them back because I'm worried about that adorable, but expensive, outfit they're … [Read more...]
6 Kid Gifts that Won’t Add Clutter to Your Home
As evidenced by our extensive toy gift guides, I have a passion for doing lots of researching and trying to find the perfect toy that's going to stimulate and thrill my three kiddos. That does not mean, however, that I don't get a little freaked out by all the clutter that seems to come along with Christmas when said toys enter the house. I often try to do a big house cleanse just before to make room for the new stuff but sometimes it still doesn't do the trick, or I just run out of time … [Read more...]
Roundup: Our 2015 Gift Guide Top Toys on Big Sales!
Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! Now that we've all stuffed ourselves and, hopefully, had a great day with the family - it's time to get a little Christmas shopping done. I stayed up extra late last night/this morning to scour Amazon for deals they're running on any and all of the 350+ Toys featured in our gift guides this year. I really hope this goes a long way to saving you a little time and money today! You'll find the toys on sale from each of our gift guides below - each … [Read more...]
Top-Notch Waldorf and Montessori Inspired Toys
Can you guys believe it's nearly November already?! You know what that means... time to start thinking Christmas shopping. Although the process can be overwhelming, it can also be a lot of fun hunting down the most exciting, enticing and developmentally appropriate toys for your littles. I know I always feel a great sense of anticipation and accomplishment when I've finally settled on my top picks and placed my order. Today we're hoping to help with that and Alli is here sharing one of … [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...]
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...]
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...]