"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...
Want Your Kid to Stop Begging for Dessert and Treats? Add THIS to Your Calendar.
Like most kids, my children love dessert. And, me? Some days, I want to cut sugar completely out of our lives because sugar is the devil. And, other days, I bake large batches of cookies after my kids go to bed because sugar is EVERYTHING and I want it all to myself. The struggle is real. After saying "no" to my kids begging for dessert for the millionth time, I knew that I had to set some continue reading...
5 secrets to surviving a long road trip with kids under 5
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...
20 FUN Ways to Surprise Your Kids this Summer
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...
Upcycled DIY Sensory Board for Baby!
I love setting up baby games for my one-year old. So, here at Happily Ever Mom, we share baby activities A LOT. I think my favorite part about baby activities is that I get to flex my creative, teacher muscles. On rare occasions, my baby is so occupied by the activity that I even get to make dinner with BOTH of my hands free. *gasp* It's a total win/win. This simple upcycled diy sensory continue reading...
What Preschool Should My Child Go To? A Comprehensive Guide to Help You Make the Best Choice Possible
It's time. Time to sign your child up for preschool. The question is: What Preschool should your child go to?? The thought of sending your baby off to school is enough to push you over the edge - how are they old enough already?? - but all the options? Trying to understand the difference between Montessori, Waldorf, play-based, and Eddie Murphy's Daddy Daycare makes you want to sign up at continue reading...