Tag: birthday

Turning 40: Look Ma, I made it!

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This year was a milestone birthday — I turned 40 at the beginning of February. I’m not sure how I’m supposed to feel about...

Awesome (and Affordable!) Birthday Gift Ideas for Classmates

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Now that it’s the start of school again, it’s also (maybe) the start of school-friend birthday season again. The kids are always excited about...

More than Enough: The Pressure of a Pandemic Birthday

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My son had a birthday recently. I’ve been constantly thinking about what we could do with him to help make his birthday special during a...

Birthday in Quarantine: 5 Ways to Still Make It Special for...

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Birthdays are a time for gathering, socializing, and celebrating. So many of our traditions do not fall in line with social distancing, so in...

Reflections After A Year Of Redshirting: The Power of Play

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When we sent our oldest to preschool for the first time, I remember how tiny she looked. Her chipmunk cheeks and petite frame were...

Everything You Need To Know For Planning A Trip To The...

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I had been planning this day since my daughter was born. This was going to be the most magical 5th birthday celebration ever! And...

Iowa City Area Birthday Party Guide

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If you're planning a birthday party in the Iowa City area, you've come to the right place! We are proud to showcase some of...

How to Throw a Mediocre Birthday Party

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I pride myself on being a mediocre parent. Maybe it’s my age. I had my daughter when I was of advanced maternal age. Maybe...

Birthday Traditions: Fun Ideas to Celebrate Your Child

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I am all about traditions. Maybe this stems from my Catholic upbringing, but I love all kinds of traditions with my family. Bagels while...

How to Avoid the Pressure of Planning the Perfect Birthday Party

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We’ve all seen the pictures, the pins–the pure perfection. We've seen the perfect party posts on Instagram and attended parties that are coordinated from the...