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One-Day Only, Radio Flyer SALE!

Baby/Toddler Activities

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Radio Flyer. The opinions and text are all mine. Inside this post, you'll find details on National Little Red Wagon Day and how to get up to 30-50% off your purchase of a wagon during this amazing, one-day sale! Radio Flyer. I'm willing to guess that either you or a friend had a good 'ole, trusted radio flyer growing up. The continue reading...

By Katie Joiner March 27, 2019

Carpooling and Travel Hack for Busy Moms: BubbleBum the Easy to Use, Inflatable Booster

Gift Guides

This post is sponsored by Bubblebum. All opinions are my own. Find out how it's easier to carpool and to travel with a child's booster seat by using Bubblebum inflatable booster seat! When my daughter started Kindergarten, Bubblebum was the very first tip that I learned about from the other moms. See, my friend had a two-door car, but she wanted to be able to carpool with other families. Her continue reading...

By Katie Joiner June 1, 2018

5 secrets to surviving a long road trip with kids under 5

Family Time

All three kids were piled in the back seat when I realized that it was the first time (in a long time) that there was silence. I think my jaw actually dropped as my husband lifted his celebratory Starbucks and said, "I miss talking to you." Me too, I thought. Have you ever had that experience? When your family is piled in the car and you actually get to have a conversation with your husband? continue reading...

By Katie Joiner March 22, 2017

20 FUN Ways to Surprise Your Kids this Summer

Between Parents & Kids

I love Surprising my kids during the Summer. When my daughter and I were chatting about an upcoming road trip this summer, I told her that I had a few surprises planned for us. Her response? "You always have surprises, Mom." It's not what she said that threw me off, but it's how she said it. She brushed her hair off her shoulder and added a little eye-roll, as if to say - surprises are SO continue reading...

By Katie Joiner March 21, 2017

15+ Kid-Friendly Ideas for a Santa Barbara Staycation

Family Time

There's nothing better than a Santa Barbara staycation! After seven years of living here and two kids later, my family and I have fallen in love with the rich culture in this area of California.  From a butterfly preserve to blueberry picking to walking along the beach, there are so many things to do with kids in Santa Barbara. While there are seasonal activities like the I Madonnari continue reading...

By Katie Joiner January 2, 2016

5 Must Remember Vacation Tips when Traveling with Kids

FAMILY TALK

There are some things that I never want to forget when I'm traveling with kids. While I think activities for traveling with kids are great, there are other details that can seriously make or break your family vacation.  That's why I'm thrilled to be partnering with Yoplait®, a Happily Ever Mom sponsor, because they know how important it is to enjoy your summer with the kids and still remember continue reading...

By Katie Joiner June 25, 2015

Former Preschool teacher obsessed with sharing fun kids activities that you can do right now! Read More

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