Kids Activities

Need something easy and fun to do with your kids? These kids activities require very few supplies, make little mess and are fun for you and your kids!

Podcast 172: What Every Mom Needs to Know About Competitive Sports with Breanne Smedley
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Podcast 172: What Every Mom Needs to Know About Competitive Sports with Breanne Smedley

As a mom, it’s important to know the facts about competitive sports. This podcast will teach you everything you need to know, from the dangers of perfectionism to how to help your daughter find her positive qualities.

Podcast Episode 107: Why You Need to Stop Using Behavior Charts Right Now!
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Podcast Episode 107: Why You Need to Stop Using Behavior Charts Right Now!

Oh behavior charts! Full of promise, hope, and stickers! But we have to tell you it’s not all it’s been made out to be. We’ll share why you need to stop using behavior charts and start using these 5 more effective ways to manage the whining, fighting, talking back, and everything else.

Podcast Episode 85: It’s Not Your Job to Entertain Your Kids!
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Podcast Episode 85: It’s Not Your Job to Entertain Your Kids!

Summer break is upon us and moms everywhere are desperately coming up with summer schedules, driving from activity to activity and planning day after day in an attempt to keep their kids from getting bored. We try so hard to keep everyone entertained so no one gets bored. We give you 5 science-backed reasons why it’s not your job to entertain the kids and it’s actually good for them to be bored!

The Simple Way To Teach Kids the Real Meaning of Memorial Day
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The Simple Way To Teach Kids the Real Meaning of Memorial Day

Do your kids look at Memorial Day as just a day off?

We have BBQ’s and swim parties. We gather with friends. But, you’ve never discussed the real meaning of the holiday with them…

Yes? I admit. I did too.

And I did it with a bit of guilt.

That’s why I’m so excited to partner with USAA for this post to show you how easy it can be to teach kids about Memorial Day.

3 Steps to Never-Ending Summer Activities for Older Kids
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3 Steps to Never-Ending Summer Activities for Older Kids

Ever wish summer wasn’t such a big stressor? That you, as a parent, didn’t have to worry about creating a summer schedule or organizing activities for your older kids?

You roamed free every summer. You woke up when you wanted to. Maybe you swam for a summer swim team. Then, you watched a little TV and read book after book. Babysitters Club, R.L. Stine – you finished full series.

Your parents didn’t seem stressed about entertaining you every minute of every day. We knew how to entertain ourselves.

Why don’t our kids know how to do that?

One reason: They don’t know how.

How to Host a Kid’s Birthday Party Guests Will Rave About (Without any DIY)
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How to Host a Kid’s Birthday Party Guests Will Rave About (Without any DIY)

Me? I am not the Pinterest queen.

I hyperventilate when I see those perfectly prepared birthday party spreads. I think of all the work, the planning, the time and I immediately melt down into a this tinfoil stress ball.

It’s too much.

The good news is that to be a good mom you don’t have to have a DIY birthday party.

DIY Light Sabers
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DIY Light Sabers

We want to have fun with our kids! However, when summer hits, so do the expenses. Kids activities are pricy, but entertainment doesn’t need to be expensive. During these Dollar Store Days of Summer, I’m sharing ten activities that use only supplies found at the Dollar Store. They are quick. They are easy. And most require little adult guidance and help. Just sit back and watch your kids play. Or.. jump in and join the fun!

Want more quality time with your kids?  Here are 30 days of simple ideas
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Want more quality time with your kids? Here are 30 days of simple ideas

We all worry about whether we spend enough time with our kids.

On the phone with my mom one night, she said to me:

“You’re such a good mom. You spend so much time with your kids. I never did with that you.”

My mom worked as an administrative assistant at the hospital 4 miles down the road. Every night, she came home around 5:30pm, cooked dinner and then we all relaxed while watching Murphy Brown or Friends.

Truth is: I thought she spent enough time with me.

I felt pretty happy and content.

And frankly, I feel like a failure with this whole mom business.