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Why Does My Pregnant Belly Itch and What to Do About It

by Carolyn 4 Comments

Does your pregnant belly itch? If so, you are not alone! Learn more about why your belly itches and what you can do about it to make it less irritating.

Congratulations on your pregnancy! It is an exciting, nerve-wracking time, and with it comes a lot of body changes. Your body is changing, expanding, and growing faster than it ever has. It takes a lot of internal coordination to grow a baby, and your body is doing its best! But sometimes even its best leaves you feeling a sense of discomfort.

For many women, one of the biggest sources of pregnancy discomfort is the belly itching. Your skin may itch in general, but your ever-expanding belly usually takes the brunt of it. So, why does it happen?

Why does my belly itch during pregnancy? [Read more…]

Filed Under: Baby's First Year, Raising Kids

Best Ways To Organize Shoes If You Need Extra Space

by Carolyn 3 Comments

If you don’t have a mudroom, no problem, here are the best ways to organize shoes. I don’t know about you but the first problem you see in our home is the pile of shoes by the door. I’m looking for great shoe storage that is nice to look and can hold a lot of shoes.

Shoe organization [Read more…]

Filed Under: Get Organized

15+ Brilliant Junk Drawer Organization Hacks

by Carolyn 3 Comments

Declutter and organize with these 15 inspirational ideas for junk drawer organization. Your kitchen, bathroom, make-up, tools, office and even freezer drawers could probably use some help in the tidiness department.

Get rid of those random odds and ends that have accumulated in your junk drawers and bring some order to the chaos! You’ll find some DIY projects where you can wield a power tool to bring your junk drawer under control as well as some general repurposing efforts that require minimal DIY skills.

Inspiration to organize your junk drawer and other drawer organization ideas. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Get Organized

Home Ec 101: Easy Steps To Teach Kids Life Skills

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Whether your kids are home for the summer or on an extended break (we are home now for the Corona Virus), it is a great time to teach life skills they will need in the future.

I’m guilty of having my kids just do the “easy chores”. But they are a little older now and ready to learn a few more tasks that they will need in their future.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

Activities for Homebound Kids with Little to No Prep Needed

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When you are stuck at home with little ones, whether it is for snow day or sickness it is hard to keep the kids occupied. And usually it isn’t the time to head to the store.

I gathered lots of ideas for playing that use items you may have around the house.

Indoor kids activities for when you are stuck at home.

No-Prep Activities for Kids at Home

  1. Cereal/Pasta Threading – You can use either pasta or yarn to thread cereal that is already in your cabinet.

2. Make a Masking Tape City – Your kids can use cars, trucks, people and animals and have a whole town. Run masking tape or painters tape on your floors and carpet to make roads and parking lots for a whole town. We used this all the time for our twin boys.

3.Blowing Bubbles Inside – Blow your kids mind with the ability to blow bubbles inside. A mix of shampoo and water which are 2 ingredients we always have make this something you can do right now.

4. Easy Homemade Catapult – Use soft wadded up paper or some small toys and your kids will love watching things fly.

Indoor kids activities for when you are stuck at home. #kidsactivities

5. Toilet Paper Roll Rocket – Save up your paper rolls and let your kids have fun making rockets.

6. Spider Web Obstacle Course – Kids can pretend they are trapped or find ways to get around without touching the yarn. Do this under a table using the 4 table legs as the anchors of the yard.

7. Leak Proof Bag Experiment – Make your kids say “Wow” with this fun experiment. It’s amazing when the water doesn’t leak.

8. Straw Rocket – Anything that can shoot in the air in my house is fun. I like that this is will take them a little time to put together.

My kids love when I break out new activities. Some last for 5 minutes and some for an hour. Anything to help break up a day at home is good in my book.

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Indoor kids activities for when you are stuck at home. #kidsactivities

Filed Under: Crafts, Raising Kids

Thoughtful Punishments That Make Your Kids Think Twice

by Carolyn 1 Comment

Are thoughtful punishments that make your kids think twice possible? Is there a way to keep kids from repeating unacceptable behavior? After a lot of trial and error, I believe there is.

As a mom of three, I have had my fair share of times when punishments and consequences had to be doled out. While I firmly believe that children must be allowed to be children, some behaviors are unacceptable in our home, and when we are out in public.

Thoughtful punishments for kids to help them feel in control and not likely to repeat. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

The Best Nicknames for Mom and Dad You Hadn’t Thought Of

by Carolyn 1 Comment

When it comes to what kids call their parents, it is not a one size fits all things. Some parents will want to be called by different names, and we have compiled a list of the best nicknames for moms and dads to choose from.

Parents are so important to their children. Naturally, children see their parents as the most influential beings in their entire lives. While some moms and dads are cool with being called by their traditional handles, some want one they don’t want to have to share with every parent on the block.

Cool nicknames to use instead of mom and dad. These nicknames for mom and dad are great alternatives. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nicknames, Raising Kids

Things You Need to Know About Fetal Movement when You’re Pregnant

by Carolyn 1 Comment

Feeling your little one moving in your belly for the first time is magical. It momentarily can cause pregnant women to forget the swollen feet, sore back, heartburn and all the other uncomfortable parts of being with child. There are however, things you need to know about fetal movement when you are pregnant.

Important facts and tips about fetal movement and kick count in pregnancy. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

5 Quick and Easy Ways to Teach Gratefulness to Your Kids When They Have So Much

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How do you teach gratefulness to your kids when they have so much? It may be easier than you think.

Quick & Easy Ways to Teach Gratefulness to Kids. It is tough to do in this day when kids have so much stuff but here are some ways to teach kids to be grateful. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Raising Kids

7 Things Successful Working Moms Do To Feel Organized

by Carolyn 6 Comments

Working moms are the ultimate balancers. They navigate between work life and family life like pros.

Balance? They rock at it.

Scheduling? They’re superstars.

Except in those moments when they are not, and life feels more overwhelming than exciting. Being a working mom is a tough role and one that requires constant negotiation, compromise, and flexibility.

So how do the most successful moms handle it? They tend to do these seven simple things each day to feel successful and organized.

Tips for working moms to help make your day successful and more organized. Let's get some systems in place to make the day run smoothly. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Get Organized, Raising Kids

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