A parent’s worst nightmare is traveling far from home with tiny humans in tow, who will be off their schedules for the foreseeable future. That’s why a detailed packing list is a parent’s Holy Grail to a successful summer vacation. Last summer my husband and I attempted our first vacation as a family of four. […]
Summer is my favorite reading season. I love poring over summer reading guides, walking through the cool, air-conditioned stacks in the library, reading to pass the time at swim lessons, or just holing up in my favorite chair when it’s too hot to do anything else in the Iowa heat. We’ve all heard about the […]
As moms, we have the weight of the world on our shoulders. We manage the household, our kids’ activities, and run all the errands. We balance work and home life, buy groceries, make sure there’s toilet paper, everyone has clothes that fit (kids never stop growing!), and the other million tiny details to keep life […]
It’s everyone’s favorite guide… When and Where Kids Eat Free or Cheap! Before you go out to eat with your family, check our guide and see which local restaurants have free meals or deals for kids! My family and I eat out quite a bit and try to take advantage of free kids’ meals whenever […]
Warm weather is finally here, and kids all over the corridor are breaking out their bikes for some summer fun! Biking is a great outdoor activity for the whole family, but it comes with risks that are often overlooked. More children ages 5-14 go to emergency rooms for bicycle-related injuries than with any other sport; […]
It’s that time of year–buying season for homes! During my time of searching, there was a common theme: new construction homes. There were few older homes scattered among the listings. If an older home was on the market, it didn’t take long for it already to be under contract. It was not shocking when it […]
I was giving my little ones a bath late one evening. It had been a particular busy day filled with a long to-do list. I. Was. EXHAUSTED! As I was going over the list in head to make sure everything was done, I began to hear loud giggles and the sound of water. I snapped […]
Banana Bread – Yes! Sliced Banana on top of Frosted Flakes – Yes! Banana Muffins – Yes! A peeled banana eaten fresh – Um…no thanks. I’ve never been a big fan of eating a banana just to eat it. However, put that banana in a muffin or in some bread and I’m happy to make […]
I am all about traditions. Maybe this stems from my Catholic upbringing, but I love all kinds of traditions with my family. Bagels while watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, muffins on Christmas morning, eating pigs in a blanket while watching the Westminster dog show. All of these have been so fun to develop, first […]
When it comes to your period, have you ever felt, “Am I the only one who ____?” Or do you have a story about your period that is hilarious or horrific that you only ever told your closest friends (or kept to yourself for fear of what others would think)? There has been more talk […]
