Toddlers

I held my one year old on my hip and sipped from my beer. Of course I forgot to bring my wrap today, I thought. I shifted her weight and she nuzzled her nose into my shoulder. “It’s gorgeous out...

Whether you're a SAHM or a working mama, these Christmas tree ornament crafts will be sure to keep your toddler busy and happy! Grab some glue, popsicle sticks, felt, some mini pompoms and some googly eyes, you'll be all set. First...

Is there some mean fairy that sends out secret messages to all kids on their second birthday? It really seemed like a switch flipped after my daughter turned two. Everything was a battle from what I made for dinner to...

We've all been there.  You're sitting at the breakfast table and your toddler says something so funny that you almost spit your coffee out of your mouth because you are dying laughing at what that tiny person just came...

Every year my girls and I read several Groundhog Day books and we try to predict what Punxsutawney Phil will predict our weather forecast will be! Check out some of our favorite books and download these cute Groundhog Day printables! 10 Sweet...

I usually shy away from blogging about controversial "hot button" issues like religion, politics, and taking small children to restaurants.  So I'm writing outside my comfort zone today after recently stumbling across a blog post that caught fire in mere minutes about...

For Central Floridians, one of the easiest vacations to take with small children is a Disney Cruise! No airplanes to board, no luggage restrictions (we had seven checked bags on our recent cruise!) -- it's just a quick jaunt...

You, over there, with the whining child!! Oh, that’s me! I was in a very fun craft store the other day buying a birthday gift for a friend when my “angelic” four year old spotted the strategically placed toys at...

That was the most loaded question I’ve ever been asked. Circumstances? I had just “hopped” off the table from the first sonogram of my second pregnancy. I hadn’t been able to see the screen, and as I lay there...

I write this not for pity but for acceptance. I kept this quiet because I didn't want pity. I've come to a point where keeping quiet doesn't help, and honestly I'm tired of being quiet. My son has Autism. We knew...

One of our favorite children's products, Lulla Doll by RoRo has a new product!  Lulla Doll  is an award-winning research-based soother and sleep companion for babies, toddlers, and beyond. They have expanded their collection with the introduction of Lulla Polar Bear. Lulla Doll...

It was a Saturday morning about 6 months ago and we found ourselves asking, "What to do?  What to do?"  We are constantly looking for weekend outings that are 1. local and inexpensive and 2. educational and fun.  Suddenly, on...

If your toddler has started to pick and choose his or her food, it is perfectly normal for that age! Toddlers have just begun to discover what they like and what they don't like. They may also start enjoying...

​There are so many amazing destinations from Florida's coast to coast that it would be impossible to list them all! This year I decided that as a family we would make a bucket list of local destinations to explore...

As a first time parent, it's hard to know what we "must have" for our baby and kids. With experience (and trial and error) we usually figure it out....but then add in "life" and sometimes we just need suggestions! We...