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Super Special Sensory Play: Ice Cream Playdough

March 5 by Kristin

Ice Cream Play Dough. This amazing play dough looks, feels, (and smells) just like real ice cream BUT DOESN'T MELT - such a fun activity for birthday parties or other special occasions!

On Tuesday I wrote about how my family has been affected living in the epicenter of the American coronavirus outbreak and I plan to continue writing about our experiences in the coming days. Late last night, though, we got word that every school in my kids' district is closing- and we will be participating in at-home, mobile learning for up to 14 days.  Needless to say, I'm scrambling for ways to make it work having my kindergartner, 3rd and 5th graders home while I also need to work. One of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Creating & Engaging, Kristin, Sensory & Interactive Play, The Make & Play Vault Tagged With: arts and crafts for kids, easy crafts for kids, ice cream dough, ice cream dough recipe, play doh recipe, play ideas, playdough recipe, rainy day play, sponsored, tactile DIY for kids

Yes, You Can Make Real Money Working from Home

June 7 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

  Each month, thousands of parents sign up for my newsletter and when they do,  I always ask them about their biggest struggle. Guess what... I've heard back from A LOT of you that it boils down to just not having enough time! I've also heard from many of you that a little extra income could really help with that. That’s why I want to talk a little today about my experience building a home-based business. Many of us spend so many of our precious hours working, wouldn’t it be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: home based business, side hustle, sponsored, WAHM, work at home, working from home

Our Favorite (Quick!) Breakfast for Fall

September 18 by Kristin

Healthy Breakfast: Pumpkin Spice Instant Oatmeal with pecans and cinnamon. Yumm!

*This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company, all opinions are 100% our own. With my kids back in school, I've made wholesome breakfasts a priority. I try to switch things up throughout the week so my kids aren't eating the same cereal every day. I want them to feel fueled as they head out to a full day of school.  But, let's be honest...I often don't have the time to cook a big breakfast. I need a quick breakfast for my kids that's also delicious and satisfying. Oatmeal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Kristin Tagged With: easy breakfast for kids, easy school breakfasts, quaker oatmeal, Quaker Pumpkin Spice Instant Oatmeal, sponsored

Nutritious Kid Eats: Apple Pie Smoothies

September 13 by Kristin

Apple Pie Smoothies - an easy and nutritious breakfast the kids will love!

Who needs a new nutritious breakfast for the kids that's a snap to whip up? That's what we thought. Our contributor, and mom of two hungry high schoolers and a middle schooler, Kristin is teaming up with our sponsor Juicy Juice to bring you guys another genius recipe.  At our house, school is in full swing.  We were longing for schedule and daily disciplines toward the last weeks of summer and now we are missing those sleep-in mornings and lazy breakfasts.! Therefore, I've decided I have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Kristin Tagged With: apple pie smoothie, easy breakfast for school, healthy smoothie, healthy smoothie recipe, simple smoothie, smoothie breakfasts, sponsored

7 Ways to Ensure a Great First Day of School

August 29 by Janssen

7 Tips for a Fabulous First Day of School - Lots of great ideas here for heading back-to-school, esp. #3!

*This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company, all opinions are 100% our own. The First Day of School is right around the corner. It's time to squeeze in the last pool trips and get ready to trade in the goggles for backpacks. And since that first day and week can make a big difference in setting a good tone for the rest of the year, we've rounded up our top tips for making sure it's a success. After all, who couldn't use a little help easing the family back into a routine? Here … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Janssen, Parenting, The grown ups (that's you!) Tagged With: back to school, back-to-school tips, first day of school tips, going back to school, Quaker, school hacks for buys moms, sponsored

Do You Know The “Right” Way to Hug Your Child?

August 18 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

The Scientific Benefits of Hugging Your Kids (and the right way to do it- yes, there is a right way!)

One of the things I have loved, loved, LOVED about being momma to baby M are the pre-nap snuggles. My third baby is the only one who truly loves to snuggle with me. Even as infants, S and C would wiggle in my arms as I rocked and sang to them before nap. They weren't upset, they just wanted to look around - at the room, at the fan, even at me. They were never fully relaxed enough to snuggle up as I had envisioned they would. Eventually I came to terms with it, figuring that's just how … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kristin, Parenting, Simple Ideas, Uncategorized Tagged With: Huggies, positive parenting, sponsored, the importance of hugging, the right way to hug, the right way to hug your kids, the scientific benefit of hugs

9 Go-To Snacks for Park Days and Pool Trips

July 27 by Janssen

9 Super easy snacks for keeping kids fueled all day long! #spon

*This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company, all opinions are 100% our own When school gets out, I always breathe a sigh of relief that I'm off the hook for packing lunches for a few months. But then, I quickly realize that while the lunch box might be packed away for the summer, we're still go-go-going whether it's to the pool, the park, or a family road trip. Which means packing snacks. Like most kids, my little girls are super active, so I've put together a list of our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: best on-the-go snacks for kids, easy kids snacks, healthy kids snacks, Quaker, sponsored

Healthy Blueberry Muffins Your Kids Will Love

June 28 by Kaley

This post is sponsored by Abbott Nutrition, all opinions are 100% our own. Today we’re back with our final recipe post with our sponsor, Go & Grow by Similac Food Mix-Ins. Inspired by how easy Mix-Ins makes it to add vitamins and protein to our kids’ favorite foods, we’re once again sharing a healthier twist on a classic kid favorite. And, in case you missed our last post, don’t forget to visit the Mix-Ins site for information on the product and store locators! Visit this page to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Kaley Tagged With: easy breakfast, easy breakfast recipes, easy breakfasts for kids, easy healthy snacks, easy kid breakfasts, energy boosting breakfast ideas for kids, getting toddlers to eat healthy, healthy eating for kids, healthy food for kids, healthy kid snacks, healthy toddler breakfast ideas, healthy toddler food, healthy toddler snacks, school breakfast, Similac Go & Grow, Similac Mix-Ins, sponsored, what to feed your toddler, wholesome breakfasts

Potty Training Know-How: Top 5 Dos and Don’ts

June 23 by Justine

  I'm about to start potty training my youngest child. And I'd be lying if I said I was excited about it. All I remember from last time was the amount of stress involved. And cleaning up accidents. So many accidents. Before I started the process this time, I decided it would be wise to go back over my notes. (Yes, I kept notes. Nerd alert.) I realized even though this isn't my first rodeo, I can't just jump in blindly. So I took some time to think about what worked, and of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: how to use pull ups, night time potty training with pull ups, potty training, potty training tips, pull ups, sponsored, what not to do when potty training

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