From a very young age, my daughter has loved princesses. At first, it worried me a bit. Some people were telling me to avoid Disney movies at all costs because Disney Princesses would ruin her forever. Then, others are telling me that it doesn't matter. Disney movies are fun and my little girl is a princess!! they'd say. So, where did that leave me? I was trying desperately to figure out continue reading...
8 Donts to Raise Grateful Kids!
Hi and Welcome to Happily Ever Mom! Today, we're talking about DONTS when raising grateful kids. You might have stumbled upon this post if: You want to learn more about raising grateful kids You're worried about this generations entitlement Or, you're curious what DONTS we're listing today! If that's you, I'm excited to share this post today (I am the last one by the continue reading...
How You Can Raise Girls Who Love Science!
Hi and Welcome to Happily Ever Mom! Today, we're talking about how you can raise girls who love science. You might have come across this post if you: Have a love for science and want to pass it along to your kids. Want your girls to have as many opportunities to fall in love with science as possible. Want your girls to love science, but you're not sure where to start. If that's continue reading...
6 Fun Ways for Kids to Help with Spring Cleaning!
Spring Cleaning. As a busy Mom of two, spring cleaning isn't high on my list of things that I want to do with my kids. But, I've realized that getting my kids involved in the cleaning process (even if it takes longer *shudder*) is absolutely worth it. We are thrilled to join up with Kimberly-Clark and the Motherhood (you can find out all their amazing tips about spring cleaning this year continue reading...
So Smart! 20 Hacks to Organize all of Your Kid’s Toys.
I love anything that will help my organize my kid's toys. But, hacks are even better. Hacks are genius ways to repurpose items around the house. And, I love that most of these hacks are things that I've used in the past for it's "true" purpose. For example, a shoe hanger for hanging shoes. But, now, I use them for my kid's barbies. So smart! Here's my top 20 Hacks to Organize all of your continue reading...
How to Declutter When You Don’t Know Where to Start
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fellowes Brands for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. We've talked about "hot spots" and how to declutter when you don't know where to start. (If you didn't read about "hot spots" yet, be sure to read back to Day 1.) Now, we're talking about how to get rid of the clutter in those hot spots. When you're overwhelmed by clutter, especially continue reading...
Dream vs. Reality: What It’s Really Like to be a Stay at Home Mom
Before we get started, I have to tell you that I love being a stay at home mom. But when I first started staying home with my kids, I had to let go of some of the dreams I had of being a SAHM. Because the truth is that when I had rough days at work, I'd find myself day dreaming about being a stay at home Mom. I'd picture myself sitting outside with my daughter nestled in my arms. We'd smile continue reading...
Valentine Craft for Kids: Ribbon Hearts 3 Ways!
I love Valentine’s season. Yes, with all of the decoration, the excitement, and the never ending arts and crafts ideas, it is much more than a day! This week I set up the first of many Valentine’s activities for my son, a simple invitation to create Valentine's Crafts with ribbons. I like to set up art materials in a box (I call them invitations to create) for my boys because... I like continue reading...
Get Kids to Listen and STOP Running Away with 1 Simple Game
I owe this simple game to get kids to listen and to STOP running away to the camp that I used to work at. In fact, I learned almost everything about how to get kids to listen during the summers that I worked for the best camp on Earth. When you’re responsible for a huge group of kids, it’s important that they listen to you the first time (that's important as parents, too - right?!). Not the continue reading...
When You’re Overwhelmed by Clutter: 1 Simple Phrase to Help
There are times when I'm overwhelmed by clutter. Okay, there's lots of times when I'm overwhelmed by clutter. I am not the Mom that has the perfectly organized house and I know that there are others Moms and Dads like me too. The parents who: Want to have an more organized home, but who struggle with making it happen or keeping it that way. Want to clean up but want to actually spend continue reading...