You may struggle with finding quality time with the family between work and chores. If so, learn about the best activities at home to bond with the family. Spending time with your family is very important, but sometimes, you must juggle other tasks to do so. There are many different activities you can do at…
Hosting a party comes with the grand decision of choosing the perfect party theme. Here are some creative themes to consider this summer for the big day. The decision to host a summer birthday party can be challenging. Kids look forward to summers off, but time and patience usually run low with work and other…
There’s no denying that water, in all of its forms, fascinates young children. When youngsters are given opportunity to investigate water and how it feels, tastes, and looks, their inherent curiosity about the environment grows. I enjoy giving my children opportunities to play with water in all of its forms, both at home and at…
On a hot day, we all know that playgrounds are a terrific place to spend an hour or more with the kids. The apparent benefits of taking your children to the park include getting their bodies moving and avoiding the cry of “I’m bored,” but there may be even more benefits to your child playing…
Thank goodness, the weather is improving! And if your family is anything like mine, that means “Mom, can we go swimming?” and “Let’s go to the splash park!” will become commonplace. Whether you’re in a pool, a splash park, playing water games or enjoying a natural body of water, it’s time to teach your kids…
How to make sleep much easier, as well as the best strategies to build connection and calm at the end of the day. Are you looking for a way to help your toddler wind down and get ready for bed? It can be challenging to get your little one to stop playing and start sleeping…
The best summer jokes for kids you can use on road trips, beach days and all of your adventures together. Summer is quickly approaching, as are the school holidays. Your children are already planning beach, road, and camping adventures. Now, children become bored while travelling, and it is up to the parents to keep them…
The best video games that kids can play that are family friendly without blood and gore. It’s not easy to find the greatest video games for kids. There are many video games aimed towards children, and some of the best-selling games of all time are aimed at a younger demographic, but sorting through all the…
How quiet time for kids helps with development and confidence! My kids were both 18 months when the napping stopped. I was not too thrilled about this because this was MY quiet time, and it was JUST GONE! The sleep crisis that happened due to a nap was too much to handle, and having the…
How to respond to your child when they say “I Can’t Do It” and then they do not try to do the task they need/want to be accomplished. All children eventually come to the “I Can’t Do It” phase of their lives, and it’s a tough one to combat. As a parent you want to…
Ideas for families to enjoy Christmas time to the fullest and make Christmas Magic for children. Bring the magic of Christmas into your home with some simple family traditions that are fun for everyone! Christmas is an already magical time of the year. If you live in a winter wonderland as I do, then making…
Are you ready to add some holiday fun to your reading list this year? These are the best Christmas books for kids to really get you in the Holiday spirit. This is a roundup of the most magical books about Christmas for kids. Share these Christmas books with your family each year and create traditions….
Reading aloud has always been a huge family value in our home. Practicing reading for fun at home not only prepares children for school but also creates strong bonds with parents. Even though your children could be old enough to read by themselves, having that time together where you read aloud to your child is…
You are probably hearing a lot about escape room games trending globally. They are the newest craze in town, and rightfully so. Escape rooms are a versatile option for all kinds of events and are appropriate for all ages. Escape rooms are a popular spot for family outings, field trips, and even corporate outing places….
If you are looking for kids friendly card games, this list of awesome card games for kids are easy and fun! Whether you’re going camping with the kids or simply want to spend some quality time as a family, a deck of cards is a great way to spend some family time with. It’s incredible…