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Gaga Ball – Quick Start Guide And How To Play

by Carolyn 1 Comment

Good news, there is a new game called GaGa Ball that provides lots of fun for kids and the entire family can play.

We all want our kids to get the right amount of exercise and find ways to entertain themselves that don’t require a power outlet. Getting your children outdoors, playing with their friends and getting active is extremely important for your children, their health and their well being.

Gaga Ball: Quick start guide on how to play gaga ball. This game is now in a lot of parks and schools. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

5 Amazing Things To Do With Your Echo Dot Kids Edition To Make The Holidays Even More Fun

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This post was sponsored by Amazon as part of an Ambassador Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own

Have you joined in with the smart home revolution? Are you trying to figure out how much you and your kids would actually use an Echo Dot Kids Edition?

Our family has had an Echo Dot for a year. We love being able to simply ask Alexa to play music, add an item to our grocery list or even tell us a joke. We are such big fans we just added an Echo Dot Kids Edition to our home. The Echo Dot Kids Edition includes Freetime which has a ton of amazing features for parents.

5 Amazing Things To Do With Your Echo Dot Kids Edition To Make The Holidays Even More Fun [Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

The Best Nicknames For Grandma And Grandpa That You Will Love

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I love hearing great nicknames for Grandma and nicknames for Grandpa. Some can be so creative, like Big Dog or Sassy and the classics, Grandaddy and Nana stand the test of time.

When we first announced we were pregnant to my parents my mother took a long time to pick out what name she wanted to be called. She ended up with Grammy and we love it.

Fun nicknames for grandma she will love. Plus nicknames for Grandpa too. Includes international names. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Baby's First Year, Nicknames, Raising Kids

What to Expect with Newborn Care in the Delivery Room

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The birth of your new baby is such a beautiful and wonderful moment. There are very few times in life that can even compare to this experience. While newborn babies have fantastic and amazing abilities you wouldn’t even think of, they are completely dependent on you for warmth, feeding and comfort.

With birth, come several amazing physical changes and experiences. If you are expecting a baby, you may be wondering what to expect when it comes to the care of your newborn in the delivery room. There are a few things that you will want to prepare for.

Newborn care immediately after delivery. What to expect when you have your baby. How the nurses and doctors take care of your baby immediately after birth. [Read more…]

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Looking For Interactive STEAM Toys? – Sphero BOLT and Sphero Mini Robots

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This post was sponsored by Sphero as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

I struggle to find toys for my boys that are STEAM oriented where they aren’t just sitting. Sphero BOLT and Sphero Mini have been an awesome addition to our house.

My twin boys are 10 years old. They will be attending a STEAM middle school next year so we have been looking for activities and toys to reinforce what they will be learning at home. My boys are very active and I don’t want them to just sit at a computer all day.

Sphero Mini STEAM robot is so much fun for kids. Makes coding and programming exciting. [Read more…]

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15+ Indoor Games For Kids To Keep Them Active

by Carolyn 1 Comment

When the kids can only play indoors, it’s sometimes tough to come up with activities they can do. Here’s a list of indoor games for kids using objects that you already have in your home, such as a ball. These games will keep kids busy while also helping them develop coordination and teamwork.

Fun indoor games for kids when there is bad weather or illness keeping you inside. Fun games to play inside. [Read more…]

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7 Things Moms Should Look For In Their Health Care Plan

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I was invited by Carusele to participate in the #BlueEssentials campaign, sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own.

Has anyone else been feeling the importance of health care coverage lately? Luckily, we haven’t had any serious health problems but even with any minor illnesses or injuries we are thankful for great health care coverage.

Getting ready for fall Open Enrollment in the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolin Blue Essentials program. #AD Get affordable health care #BlueEssentials [Read more…]

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5 Things Moms Who Use Positive Parenting Do to Get Kids to Listen Without Yelling

by Carolyn 6 Comments

Parenting can be an extremely frustrating and daunting experience, yet it is also one of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have in your life. It is difficult to keep our cool while figuring out how to get kids to listen without yelling.

I admit, I yell sometimes.

As you can tell, since I write a blog about parenting, I am always trying to learn new ways to be a better parent.

Part of improving my parenting is to yell less. Positive Parenting seems like such a calm and mature way to raise kids. I want to find out more about it and some basic steps to implement the techniques and have a more calm way to deal get kids to listen.

5 positive parenting tips for how to get kids to listen without yelling. Discipline | gentle parenting | no yelling | listening [Read more…]

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5 Strategies To Stop The After School Meltdown

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This post was sponsored by NABISCO as part of an Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Are you excited to hear about your kids day at school but as soon as you see them they aren’t very nice? In fact they are in a full after school meltdown and all you wanted to do was ask them how their day was.

I first became aware of this problem when my boys were in preschool. Their teacher promised me that they only cried when they saw me at the end of the day. Why?

Avoid the after school meltdown with these 5 tips.

[Read more…]

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8 Unique Activities To Stimulate Brain Development In Infants

by Carolyn 1 Comment

When a baby is first born, starting from the very first days of their lives, their brains are being shaped and moulded. We all want to give our little ones the best start possible in life and a large part of that is supporting brain development in infants.

Stimulating your baby’s brain growth may seem as though it’s a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, it can be as simple as introducing a new routine.

Unique activities to boost brain development in infants. | make your baby smart | infant education | brain development ideas | activities for babies [Read more…]

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