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Avoiding Norovirus Is the Easiest Thing You’ll Do All Year
With norovirus blowing up across the country, I thought it would be a good time to talk to you about how to avoid it. This is a bit of a schtick with me because I know this as a fact: infectious diseases do not have to run rampant in a first world country. We have […]
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These DIY Kissing Balls Are Shockingly Cheap & Easy To Create
I’m a big fan of the holidays. I am openly a Pinterest mom from Halloween to Christmas and I super don’t care what anyone thinks of it. That doesn’t mean I think we should live on Pinterest, because I don’t. Each year, I add one Christmas decoration (inside and out) to my collection. Last year, […]
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Use This Theory for an Easy Breezy Homeschool Routine
Finding a homeschool routine that works can be a bit like finding a flea on the beach. It doesn’t have to be so overwhelming. Today I’ll show you how.
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10 Sweet Halloween Traditions to Start Now
It’s that time of year again! Is it just my kids or does back-to-school automatically equal spooky season? We love holidays around here, and over the years we have accumulated many traditions surrounding the spookiest day of the year. We kick off our month with Boo Baskets and plan many special outings that only New […]
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Your Exclusive Roadmap to the Screen Free Summer
DISCLOSURE: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product through links on this site, we may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Screens have wrecked society as a whole, but I had to start with my family. Our decision to go screen-free for the summer was, in large part, […]
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Don’t Miss the Trend: The Screen-Free Summer is Starting Now
Today we’re chatting 3 easy Steps and 99 days to a more balanced relationship with your technology. Join us for the screen-free summer challenge.
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Headed to a farm? Adorable books, games, and more guaranteed to trigger excitement!
Spring has sprung! That means flowers and baby animals. Check out all the books we stock our shelves with before a field trip to a local farm.
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How to Host an Epic Wild Robot Book Club
Hosting a book club for homeschoolers? Check out our Wild Robot Book club for a legendary day they aren’t soon to forget.
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Elementary Nature Studies – Which Program is Right for You?
Including nature studies in your first grade homeschool program? Check out the three we tried, and which one we recommend.
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1st Grade Math: What We Tried and What We Used
Math and reading are arguably the two most important subjects in primary education. Find out what we tried, what worked and what didn’t.
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The Busy Parent’s Guide to Spring Cleaning
DISCLOSURE: If you purchase products through links on this site, we may make a small commission at no additional charge to you. I waivered a lot on what my next post would be. I discussed it with my husband, and I stewed about it some more. And then I realized I was sitting on a […]
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5 Thought-Provoking Parenting Books to Read Now
If the previous generation nailed the parenting gig, there would be a lot less Millennials in therapy for childhood trauma. When you know better, you do better.
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A Painless Formula to Make 1st Grade Reading Easy
Reading is one of the most critical pieces of 1st grade. Today, we discuss what worked for our family in hopes it helps yours.
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We Tried Bookshark for 1st Grade. Here’s My Unbiased Opinion.
We tried the Bookshark Level A curriculum for our little learner. Find out what we thought and whether this curriculum is for you.
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The Dreaded Stomach Flu: 10 Tips for Survival
DISCLOSURE: As an Amazon affiliate, I may make a small commission if you purchase products linked through my site (at no additional charge to you). I don’t recommend anything I don’t use myself. Merry Christmas, you’ve got the stomach flu! Most people who have known me for more than four minutes, know that the period […]
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Two Scientific Ways to Create the Ultimate Holiday Nostalgia
DISCLOSURE: If you purchase products through links on this site, we may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. There’s a reason it’s called the most wonderful time of the year. For people who celebrate it, is there anything more magical than the Christmas season? I’m not religious in any way (I’m […]
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Hey Mama, This News is Both Devastating and Liberating
DISCLOSURE: If you purchase products through links on this site, we may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Whether you have a week-old baby or you’ve been parenting for a while, you know two things are true: parenting is hard and children don’t come with an instruction manual. I’ll add two […]
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Dear Parents, Can We Please Agree on This?
Dear Parents, we’re all different. And that’s (mostly) okay. Some of us are tiger-moms and others are unschoolers. Some of us were raised in a barn, and others went to boarding school. We’re all different, and there’s plenty of room in the world for different. Hell, I’m about as different as they come. As long […]
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Everything You Need to Know to Nail a Boo Basket
The most wonderful time of the year has arrived! If you’re curious about what a boo basket is or need help with ideas, we’ve got you covered!
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How to Build a Secular Morning Basket
How to Build a Secular Morning Basket Everyone’s homeschool journey is different, and all the methods have pieces and parts that may resonate with you. Where …
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How to Solve Your Chlorinated Hair Crisis with Kitchen Staples
This blog contains affiliate links. You can learn more here. Summer is for swimming. I may be a hippie, but I love a pool. There are some things I’m just willing to deal with. A beautiful pool with crystal-clear water on a hot day? Yeah, I’m literally in. I’d be an utter grump if I […]
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The Surprising Reason I dress mY Kids Identically In Public.
DISLCOSURE: This post contains affiliate links. There was a time dressing kids alike horrified me A little over six years ago, I was childless. And my opinions ran strong. One such opinion was dressing my kids the same way. What about their INDIVIDUALITY?! I would shout from the rooftops. Then my second kiddo came along […]
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How to Make a Natural-ish First-Aid Kit
DISCLAIMER: Seek advice from a medical care provider for anything that is outside your pay grade. Do not use any information on this website to delay seeking medical treatment. DISCLOSURE: As an Amazon affiliate, I may make a small commission based on products I recommend, at no cost to you. It’s time to start thinking […]
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How to Keep Kids Safe Outside: What You Need to Know about the Ticks & Tick-Borne Diseases
Everything you never wanted to know about ticks: how to avoid tick bites, how to remove ticks, and what to do after a tick encounter.
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The Best Postpartum Essentials for New Mamas
Wondering what you need for yourself after baby arrives? A mom of 3 shares her recommendations about the absolute best postpartum essentials.
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4 Things Postpartum Moms Need & How to Help
Hotlines for postpartum depression don’t work. Find out meaningful ways you can help a postpartum mama in your life.
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The Art & Science of Keeping Baby Warm in Winter
Keeping babies warm in winter is a delicate dance. Find out how to get you both out the door and extend your time in the sunshine.
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Here’s the Baby Shower Mamas Desperately Need
Bring back the village for Millennial moms and host an epic baby shower where the only gift is your time and a focus on postpartum care.
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A Cheat-Sheet for Dressing Little Kids for Cold Weather
Dress your kids for success with this dressing guide for humans aged 2-5. Includes a layer-by-layer guide to a joyful outdoor experience.
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Inexpensive & Dependable Remedies to Help You Recover Faster
A look at 15 natural and homeopathic remedies to keep on hand for faster recovery from the cold and Flu.
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How to Help Kids Sleep When Sick: An Illusive Secret
The essential non-consumable items to keep on hand to ensure your kids (and you) have a good night’s sleep while struggling with illness.
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