Years ago, I read about how teaching your kids the anatomical names for body parts can be beneficial in case they are ever taken advantage of or to make private parts less "icky" -- something that has always stuck with me. I know body safety and private parts can be an … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids About Body Safety
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Get Well Soon Gifts
Recently, I had the unfortunate occasion to buy someone a "get well soon" gift. At first, I felt clueless. Flowers weren't right. Neither was making food. What gift could I give that was meaningful, showed support, and provided some comfort without being a complete waste of … [Read more...] about Get Well Soon Gifts
Sports Shoes and Winter Boot Dryer
Last Winter, I bought an air boot dryer because I thought it'd be helpful to dry my kids' shoes after a wet outdoor sports game or practice. I figured I'd use it in the Winter on snow days and then for cleats on an occasional Spring day. What I didn't anticipate was just how … [Read more...] about Sports Shoes and Winter Boot Dryer
Wizarding World of Harry Potter Visit Tips
We recently visited Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando, FL, primarily to go to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I haven't been since they added Diagon Alley, and two of my kiddos are into Harry Potter (yay!) so I was psyched to go. While there are a ton … [Read more...] about Wizarding World of Harry Potter Visit Tips
DisneyWorld Tips for Moms
There are tons of books and forums touting tips for moms planning to go to DisneyWorld. But while we were there, I took note of tips and tricks that really helped make our packing and day in the parks go smoother. If you're planning to go to DisneyWorld in the near future, I … [Read more...] about DisneyWorld Tips for Moms