Has your child's behavior ever gotten under you AND your partner's skin at the same time? Katie (aka my wife and Happily Ever Mom) and I have noticed a strategy that has really worked in these situations. Let me describe a recent scene at Happily Ever Home (...see what I did there?). The other day, Katie and I were doing our normal after-work "debrief." (Remember the tips for coming continue reading...
5 Stay at Home Mom Tips when You Feel Lonely
Have you ever felt lonely as a Mom? My family and I moved to a new state two years ago. I had two young kids and knew nothing about our new city. I took a few months off to ease the transition to a new home, so while my husband was at work all day, we explored the city. Even though my kids were with me CONSTANTLY, I found myself desperately lonely. I missed my old friends, the people who continue reading...
10+ Homemade Process Art Father’s Day Gifts
Crafting is one of my therapies in life, but it's not always a favorite for my busy, physical boys. But, when they know Daddy is going to be celebrated, they easily jump on board to make Father's Day Gifts! That said, I am not a huge fan of making gifts that involve complicated instructions for my 3- and 1- year olds. The projects with instructions serve a purpose, but at this stage, my boys continue reading...
4th of July Kid Friendly Desserts – American Flag with Yoplait!
My kids love yogurt. Scratch that, they're obsessed with yogurt. In fact, it's a snack that they would have every single day, but somehow our yogurt reserve always seems to be low. And, I'm sure we're not the only family out there with that problem! In the spirit of summer, we wanted to come up with 4th of July kid friendly desserts that we can take to BBQ's and family gatherings. This continue reading...
7 No-Fuss, Inexpensive Birthday Party Ideas for Preschoolers
Thanks to Adrahana for guest posting at Happily Ever Mom today! Birthdays are the happiest occasions for kids, but coming up with inexpensive birthday party ideas isn't always easy. Your little one’s excitement for his/her big day begins months in advance (am I right?)! On the one hand, your kid awaits his birthday with great eagerness, and on the other, the thought of the day might make you continue reading...
Quick Toddler Activity – Make a Window Race Track!
Here at Happily Ever Mom, we love a quick toddler activity. While we might do a toddler activity here and there throughout the week, it's certainly not the focus of being home with my kids. We love spending time outdoors, playing at parks, hanging with friends, and getting messy! But, when we do decide to do a quick activity, I'm always inspired by my kid's current interest. And, my son continue reading...