Before I had kids, I didn't think about making my own diy cleaners and sprays. But, after years of using a particular cleaner that made me leave the room every time I sprayed it (it was so strong!!), I realized that the cleaners that I use in my home really matter. In fact, I realized that those cleaners are not just about getting my house clean, but also about keeping the air that I breath continue reading...
One Simple Way to Connect with My Kids Everyday
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AmericasTea #CollectiveBias I'm always looking for simple ways to connect with my kids. Whether I connect with my kids by using a few simple tricks or by setting up special dates, I always try to make an effort to get special time with each one of them. But, that doesn't mean that it continue reading...
How to Heal Cracked Heals + a Giveaway!
I can't believe that we're already dreaming up plans for summer. It feels as though we just rang in the new year (or is it just me?). As we're talking about summer camping trips, trips to the beach, and hiking with our family, I can literally feel my heals cracking from all the fun! Okay, I admit it. I'm a total wimp... That's why I'm thrilled to be teaming up with The Invention Brothers continue reading...
12 Ideas for a Meaningful Library Experience with Your Preschooler
The idea of making the library a meaningful place with young children in tow is inspiring...in theory. In practice, it can be overwhelming to make the library experience meaningful. In my world, both of my boys go straight for the toys, in opposite directions. One loves the train table and the other likes to dump all of the puzzle pieces. Perhaps I need to re-tool my children's listening continue reading...
Distracted Driving Month – How You Can Take the Pledge!
Did you know that April is Distracted Driving Awareness month? When I heard about the campaign to drive distraction free for a whole week, I knew that I had to join the pledge. In fact, a day or so before I heard about the pledge, I glanced at my phone in the car because I had just heard an email alert on my phone. I was at a stop light, so I didn't think much about looking at my phone, but continue reading...
Overwhelmed by Clutter: 1 Strategy that Helps
If you're new to Happily Ever Mom, you probably don't know that I'm on a quest to find organization tips that work for Moms who get overwhelmed by clutter and messes. Why? Because I AM that Mom. When I see a big giant mess, my first instinct is to walk away. I get overwhelmed just by seeing a big mess. I think to myself: Where do I start cleaning up? Where does everything go? continue reading...
8 FUN Ways to Start Teaching Kids About Money
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #IAmProtective #CollectiveBias Teaching kids about money is something that my husband and I are always discussing. Even though we have a preschooler and a toddler, it's always important to talk to kids about things that will effect their lives in the future. We are big believers in continue reading...
10 Simple Changes that Help to Raise Eco-Conscious Kids
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NaturalGoodness #CollectiveBias There's no doubt that my husband and I want to raise eco-conscious kids. We just bought our first home and we have been thinking about how to make simple changes around the house to decrease our impact on the planet. But, honestly, there are times when I continue reading...
One Book has the Secret to Raising Happier Kids
It's no secret here at Happily Ever Mom, that we rely on some amazing parenting books to help raise happy kids. I think books are an amazing parenting tool. In fact, I've praised, Playful Parenting, by Lawrence Cohen in the past as the first book that got me thinking differently about parenting. But, recently, I was asked to read a book called, The Danish Way of Parenting, by Jessica continue reading...
5 Ways to Change a Toddler’s Diaper
This post brought to you by Huggies®. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Happily Ever Mom. The truth is that wrestling changing a toddler's diaper is one of those unexpected parenting hurtles. There was a time when you could lay them on a changing table and everything was at your finger tips, the baby barely moved, and you just had to be careful for pee fountains or major continue reading...