This Halloween, I'm going to leave a BIG bowl of upcycled crayons on my porch instead of candy. Hear me out though. These won't be just *any* ol' upcycled crayons... They'll be rainbow skeleton crayons. I can practically hear the shrieks of joy as the little trick or treaters dig through the vibrantly stained skulls, shoulder blades, and fibulas. Who doesn't love a good fibula to color continue reading...
4 Major Breastfeeding Struggles No One Warns New Moms About (But Should)
My newborn nestled on my chest minutes after birth. Her sweet breathing took my breath away. In those first few moments, I had no idea that I would have breastfeeding struggles. Breastfeeding should be easy, right? Wrong. It took me a long time to realize that even though breastfeeding is natural, breastfeeding isn’t always automatic. Every time I tried to nurse my newborn continue reading...
65+ SUPER Fun Halloween Kids Activities to Try Right Now!
We've collected over 65 Halloween kids activities that are filled with awesome ideas for kids. I don't know about you, but this time of year always seems to sneak up on me. I start to see Halloween decorations at a few homes. Then, I see decorations at Michael's (my favorite place on Earth). And, suddenly, I'm scrambling to find candy to put out on my porch because Halloween is HERE! It continue reading...
Post-it Note Puzzles: Early Learning Activity for Preschoolers
Need a fun activity for preschoolers? You’ve come to the right place. Inside: You’ll find out how to use your post-it's to teach your child shapes! Let’s dive in… Full disclosure: Post-it note puzzles will be your new favorite way to play! This early learning activity for kids is: Easy to set up. Open-ended and FUN. And, strengthens kid's fine motor muscles and continue reading...
A Fun New Twist for Kids to Practice Aim: Hammering Golf Tees into Pumpkins!
Their little goggles clung tightly to their faces as they started hammering golf tees into the pumpkin flesh. Honestly, they looked like those people soaring through an indoor skydiving tunnel - skin strained and smiles stretched back towards their ears. They. Were. Focused. As a busy mama, there is nothing better than seeing my kids happy and engaged with an activity. I mean, continue reading...
Quick Halloween Activity with Foam Stickers for Preschoolers
My four-year-old shrieked when he brushed up against a spooky display at the craft store. It's September, but we were on the hunt to find a fun, Halloween activity that we could do at home. That's when I realized that my son wasn't shrieking out of fear (honestly, most of the Halloween displays freak him out). Instead? He was shrieking with pure JOY. It wasn't long before I heard, "Mommy! continue reading...
7 Ways to Rock Being a Stay at Home Mom
Being a stay at home mom is the hardest job that I've ever done. I'm the boss, lunch lady, custodian, teacher, and playmate. As a stay at home mom, I wash dishes while singing to my kids, make up games for us when we're stuck inside, and try to get both of my kids to play together (nicely). There are so many hats that I wear as a stay at home mom, but there are a few things that make the job continue reading...
10 EPIC Activities for Kids to Play with a Radio Flyer Wagon
Picture this... In front of you is something that has: Four black wheels A classic red, metal base A long, black handle And, bright white words etched along the side. Can you guess what it is...? If you were like me as a kid, you'll know the answer right away: it's a radio flyer wagon. Did you have one too? I did. And, I loved mine.. Which is why I was thrilled continue reading...
A Free Brain-Boosting App for Parents from First 5 California!
"So, how can I teach my preschooler Math?" The question came from a Dad much taller than me. When he asked me, he stood over me just slightly with his palms up as if to say, tell me something good, preschool teacher, because I'm stuck on this one. And, me? I told him to count the trees. I will never forget his little chuckle. As if to say, seriously? That's your answer? And, it was. continue reading...
How is Where the Heart is – or is it? Plus, the Perfect Gift for Moms.
Scroll to the bottom for the special Lat & Lo discount code. And, don't forget to check out the necklaces HERE! :) I had to answer a simple question this week, but my husband was surprised by my answer. The question was: Where are you anchored? I immediately thought of where I met my husband. It’s a small town nestled sweetly in the center of California. We don’t live there anymore, continue reading...