When the weather starts to get warm, our family spends lots of time outside. And while I love the great outdoors, I don’t love the smell and dirt that follow us indoors. So when we come inside, it’s off to the bathtub for the kids and the washing machine for their clothes. My kids love to soak in the tub with my DIY bubble bath recipe making lots of fun bubble for them to enjoy, while I start a load of laundry.
When you leave your kids with a babysitter, you want to be confident they are safe. Having four kids of my own, I’ve been there. Finding a good babysitter can be a challenge, and knowing what needs to be communicated can seem overwhelming. Here are some great tips for keeping kids safe with a babysitter, plus a free printable babysitter checklist to help take the stress out of leaving your kids with a babysitter.
We have our fair share of bedtime struggles. Our better bedtime routine has helped, along with incorporating the use of essential oils. Using essential oils for sleep helps the kids to settle down quicker and fall asleep faster. Our Favorite Essential Oils for Sleep There are many different essential oils for sleep, and the trick…
Recently, I posted a photo of myself with a spoonful of coconut oil, and it created quite the buzz. Why? Because I was getting ready to oil pull, and many of my friends had no idea what oil pulling is or the many benefits of oil pulling with coconut oil. Since so many people had…
A few weeks ago, the littles and I picked up the big kids from school – they’d stayed after for Good News Club – and before we all had our seat belts on, one of the big kids snapped at one of the littles. I quickly quashed the the interaction and we made it home…
It’s important for busy families to stop and connect. Connecting as a family can be as simple as a family movie night or as complex as heading out on a road trip for your next family vacation. No matter how you choose to spend time together as a family, saving a bit of money can help you stretch your fun out. Get creative and enjoy being together as a family!