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Keep Guests Happy At Your Next Party
Are you going to be throwing a party any time soon? If the answer is yes, then you’re going to need to ensure you know how to keep your guests happy. Nobody wants to throw a party and find that all of their guests are bored or miserable the entire time that they are there, as this is supposed to be a fun time.
Read moreFall Bliss at Gust Brothers: The Ultimate Family (and Mom) Day Out
If you’re anything like me, fall isn’t just a season, it’s a feeling. Cozy sweaters, crisp air, pumpkin spice everything, and golden leaves crunching under your boots. This past weekend, I enjoyed the ultimate place to soak it all in: Gust Brothers Farm, and let me tell you, it was pure magic. I took my daughters and their friends along, and honestly, I don’t think any of us wanted the day to end.
Read moreWaddles Playground: The Indoor Play Space Every Toddler Mom Dreams Of
If you’re a mom of a toddler, you already know the truth: keeping up with their energy is a full-time job. Some days, it feels like all you want is a safe place where your little one can play, climb, and explore (without you worrying about them being run over by big kids) while you actually take a breath. That’s exactly what Waddles Playground offers! Toledo’s newest indoor play space is designed just for children 5 and under. It’s clean, calm, and full of fun, the kind of spot that feels like a lifesaver on long days when you need to get out of the house but also want somewhere stress-free.
Read moreCreating a Sensory-Friendly Sleep Space at Home
Creating a sensory-friendly sleep space at home can make a world of difference for children who face challenges with overstimulation, such as those on the autism spectrum. Creating a cozy sleep environment can make life a little easier for many moms, especially those juggling work and family, while helping their kids thrive.
Here are some simple tips to get started!
Read moreHouse of Coffee: Toledo’s Epic Spot for Moms, Brunch, and Beyond
Every so often, a place opens that just gets it right, the kind of spot where you walk in and immediately feel the buzz: warm lighting, easy chatter, the perfume of freshly ground beans, and a vibe that’s somehow both “ladies-who-brunch” and “heads-down, serious-work” at the same time. For Toledo, that place is House of Coffee.
Read moreThe HandleBar Toledo: Perfect Fall Date Night & Ladies Night Out
Imagine it….10 ladies, 2 hours, 1 awesome downtown! Cue the laughter, music, and pedal power!
Supporting Loved Ones with Memory Care Needs
Caring for a loved one with memory issues can be challenging. Whether it’s due to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other conditions, memory loss affects more than just the person diagnosed. It touches the lives of family and friends as well.
Understanding how to support someone going through this journey is key to helping them live with dignity and love.
Read moreMake Your Own Bath Bombs at Buff City Soap in Toledo
“Awesome”, “the coolest”, & “surprisingly not too girly!”! So, what was supposed to be a “mommy & me” day with my youngest quickly became a sibling day once all three kiddos caught wind of what we had planned. And what exactly had we planned? To make bath bombs at Buff City Soap! The kiddos legit loved it! I was a bit shocked; even my tween boy had fun mixing up the bath bombs & his takeaway. It’s surprisingly not too girly! Yup, he had his reservations at first, but anything with the word “bomb” in it can’t be too girly, right?! Lol! Here’s how our awesome experience went down….
10 Teen Approved Things to do in Toledo
Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.









