I just love a reason to get festive with our creative and learning play around the holidays and of course, it gives me every reason to shop the Target dollar spot. These red, white, and blue patriotic preschool activities are all great for fine motor skills development as well as incorporating other ... View Post
Toddler Approved Playground Fun
Playgrounds are often a kid's happy place, right? Well, I think I have to come to terms with it as my happy place, too or maybe I'll just call it my *top* secret tool in this parenthood game. I've accepted the reality that I spend more time there than I spend in the shower these days so might as ... View Post
Toddler On the Go Activity Bag
It's happened to us all before. We find ourselves dashing out the door with our kiddos in hand to a destination that wasn't exactly part of the plan for the day and sometimes this said destination is not kid-friendly. *I know, gasp!* Of course, as prepared mamas we usually have a diaper bag packed ... View Post
Behind the Blog with Toddler E
Hey friends! Just wanted to pop by with our memorable start to the week! Toddler E started preschool on Monday! It truly is a bittersweet feeling to have our little one spread his wings and make us so proud in one breath of air and yet take our breath away in another because we want to hold on to ... View Post
Sensory Tactile Box on a Dollar Store Budget
I'm excited to share this new sensory tactile box. Sensory boxes are a wonderful tool for kids - they are fun, foster learning, and help meet developmental needs. We always enjoy experimenting with sensory activities but this new sensory box has a specific, tactile, everyday purpose in our ... View Post
Rainy Day Fun with Kids
Rainy days can affect our motherhood moods and be challenging when we find ourselves trapped indoors with kids. When we wake up in the morning my toddler asks "What are we doing today, mommy?" and this particular day it was forecasted to rain but I decided we would not let a dreary forecast, rain on ... View Post