Temps are rising, days are longer, and summer is officially upon us! Cue the lazy long weekends at the lake, bonfires in the country, sunset cruises down the river, and shopping for the kids’ summer wardrobe!
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Better Mommy, Better Life: Self-Investments That Matter
Motherhood is rewarding, but let’s be honest. It comes with challenges that can drain you. However, it’s important to address roadblocks and work on yourself to become the best version of you! After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Here are some self-investments that matter because they help you become a better mom and live a better life.
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Summer Is a Great Time to Nurture Your Budding Entrepreneur! Here’s How
Summer is here, and that typically means lots of free time for your kids! Before the “I’m bored” cries start up (or maybe they already have in your house!), you can start planning activities and buying books that will nurture the budding entrepreneur in your kids. Here are some excellent ideas to get you started!
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Why Playground Climbing Is Great for Sensory Processing
Playgrounds are key environments where children learn, grow, and explore. Climbing structures, in particular, are more than just fun. They provide excellent opportunities to support sensory processing, which is vital for child development. Sensory processing refers to the way the brain interprets and responds to sensory information from the body and environment.
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Moms Must Know, Is There Such A Thing As 9-5 In Medicine?
These days, we rightly celebrate the fact that moms can get out in the world and work. No longer are we tied to the stove and at someone else’s financial disposal! But, let’s get real – PEW research reveals that up to 54% of working women still take more responsibility when it comes to things like their children’s schedules.
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Caring For Senior Parents When You Already Have Kids: 3 Main Tips
The strange circle of life means the parent-child relationship comes back around and reverses at some point. Your parents looked after and nurtured you as a child, but in their senior years, you do the same to them. It’s almost like you become their parent, which is concerning when you also have children of your own.
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3 Petri Dish Experiments To Try With Your Kids
Kids love learning about the world around them. If you want to bring science class home, consider teaching your little ones about microbiology. These three petri dish experiences are perfect for trying with your kids because they’re easy, fascinating, and fun. Let’s explore!
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4 Reasons To Buy Your Child Their Own Suitcase
A suitcase is a must-have for any globetrotter, even the youngest ones. Although some parents share a suitcase with their kids, buying your child their own bag has its advantages. Not only does it give them a sense of responsibility and independence, but it also helps make traveling easier and more enjoyable for the whole family. This article highlights the top reasons to buy your child their own suitcase.
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What’s St. Nicholas Day?
It’s the first week of Advent! And as many moms, I’m a mix of overwhelmed and overjoyed at the impending Christmas season. My “to-do” list is lengthy, between work, getting grades in, grad-school papers, projects, exams, purchasing presents, wrapping, decorating, getting Christmas clothes, etc. And yet, what’s my most significant struggle? Not allowing the pressure of “bringing the joy” of the Christmas season to my children, family, and loved ones to rob me of one of my most significant gifts, being present! Here’s a great example, (this is from last year’s St Nicholas Day) it dawned on me that today is St. Nicholas’ day while seated on the couch at 10 pm having a rare bonding moment with my 16-year-old son (sons just don’t come up to you and spill all the tea on their lives on the daily, so this was a big deal) I could have rushed off to the store to get everything I needed to make the morning a great surprise but then I would have missed out on one of the greatest gifts, the vulnerability and pure bonding moment. I chose wisely and I officially moved our St. Nicholas “morning” to tomorrow. Moms don’t miss out on the pure genuine beauty of this season because your mind was distracted by the “to-do list”. And while traditions are magnificent don’t be afraid to alter or adjust them as your family grows, matures, and changes. Still working on your family traditions? May I suggest these, 10 Magical Events to Attend with the Kids this Christmas in Toledo. And I can’t forget one of the oldest traditions passed down from generation to generation, St. Nicholas Day! Well, St. Nicholas Eve…when the kiddos sit out their shoes in hopes that St. Nicholas will arrive while they sleep. Not familiar with the Feast of St. Nicholas?
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Tips for Choosing Kids Clothing that Matches Their Interests
Long gone are the days when children’s clothing looked formal or was dictated by their elders. Many modern parents are now letting their kids choose what they wear on a day-to-day basis to express their personality or showcase their interests.
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 