Crayons are in the family room, construction paper in the kitchen, glue’s in the basement, and who had the scissors last? Sound familiar? Before the kiddos’ school district decided to start off the year with remote learning we legit had kids’ school supplies sprawled throughout the house, it drove me insane! I always said I’d organize it once I found the time, but you know how the saying goes… necessity is the mother of invention, or, in my case, motivation. And nothing motivates a mom quite like knowing all of her kiddos will be starting the school year off at home. So, whether your kiddos are being Home Schooled or doing Remote, Virtual, or Hybrid Schooling here are some great tips to help organize your home for learning!
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Changing From Windows To Mac: Most Common Pain Points
In the 2020s we’re all increasingly reliant on tech. If you’re a Momtrepreneur running her own business, a part-time student juggling your family commitments alongside higher learning, or simply someone who likes to have a computer at home with more capabilities than the average mobile device, you’ve likely had to make the choice of Mac or PC. For years, conventional wisdom (including Apple’s own promotional materials) has led us to believe that a Windows PC is the better choice for business applications, while a Mac is better suited to fun stuff. Remember those “I’m a Mac” “And I’m a PC” ads? They leaned very heavily into that mentality. But in the past decade or so, Apple has become a more ubiquitous presence in our homes and businesses. Read more
4 Ways To Deal With Pregnancy Pain
Are you struggling with the level of pain that you’re feeling during pregnancy? Here are some of the best ways to deal with this problem. Read more
Sauder Village to Host Fiber Arts Fest September 26
Have you ever wondered how a sheep’s wool is transformed into your favorite sweater or warm wooly mittens? To learn more about knitting, spinning, quilting, and other fiber arts, plan a visit to Sauder Village on Saturday, September 26 for the Fiber Arts Fest – a fun-filled, fiber adventure! Read more
How To Plan The Perfect Party
No matter what the occasion might be, or even if there is no particular occasion at all, planning the perfect party can be broken down to a kind of art mixed with a science. If you are keen to plan a party in the near future and you are wondering what you can do to make it easier, and make it more likely to be a great success, then read on. In this article we are going to look at some of the most important considerations you might want to think about in order to make that a reality. As long as you follow these tips, you should be able to plan the perfect party in no time. Read more
5 Strange Things That Happen To You During Pregnancy
If you’ve just discovered that you’re pregnant, a massive congratulations are in order! This will be the most exciting and possibly scary nine months of your life so far. But, it will all be worth it when you bring a beautiful baby into the world at the end. As a first-time mother, you’re probably a bit nervous about what to expect throughout pregnancy. A few things will happen to your body, some of which are more obvious than others. You should know that pregnant women experience massive mood swings and hunger cravings. You’ll also know that a lot of weight gets put on, and you’ll end up with some aches and pains along the way. Read more
Apple Week – A Favorite Fall Festival at Sauder Village
Celebrate the beauty of fall during Apple Week at Sauder Village. From Wednesday, September 16 through Saturday, September 19 guests can enjoy many apple-related activities throughout the Historic Village. The week is sure to delight all of your senses with apple cooking demonstrations, cider mill tours, apple drying demonstrations, take home apple crafts, and plenty of delicious, apple treats. Read more
4 Heartbreaking Things That Happen To Moms When They Don’t Look After Themselves
From the moment your little ones are born, your priorities change forever. Everything that used to seem so important to you becomes mere trivia in a heartbeat. Suddenly all that matters is protecting, nurturing and cherishing the tiny, squealing life you now hold in your arms. Regardless of faith, you have a heaven-sent duty to do all that you can to ensure that your child grows up safe, happy and healthy. But while that inevitably requires a measure of sacrifice and self-denial from time to time, that doesn’t mean that Moms shouldn’t take care of themselves. If they don’t, it can result in heartbreaking consequences… Read more
Choosing The Best Care Options For Your Aging Parents
One of the hardest things about getting older is seeing your parents get older as well. When you are young, you think that your parents are invincible and they will always be there to look out for you. But as you get older, you realize that isn’t true and there comes a time when you will need to start looking out for them. Parents put up with a lot from their kids and they are always forgiving, so now that they need help, it’s time for you to step up and care for them. However, this can be very difficult when you have a family of your own and a busy work life. If you are not able to be there for them all of the time, you need to start looking into care options. There are a few different care options available to you and you need to consider your own personal situation as well as your parent’s health issues and care needs. These are some of the best care options for your aging parents. Read more









