This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of eCards from American Greetings for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.At our house we try to be clever with birthday cards. My husband usually scours pinterest for a clever card idea and then we recreate it on our Silhouette cutting machine. However, now American Greetings has stepped up the cards with their new singing greetings. These video eCards are amazing!! Make your American Greetings eCard now. There are so many different … [Read more...]
Inspiring Bedroom Design Tips Your Children Will Love
credit link Out of all the rooms in our homes, the children’s bedroom is arguably the most fun and satisfying one to decorate. Maybe it is because we love and want to provide the best for our children, that we put so much more thought into their room. There is also the fact that designing their room brings out the child in all of us. Now, we are not only talking about young children here; it may be that you have teenagers in your family. Whatever age your kids are, read on, and you may find … [Read more...]
Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diapers for Babies on the Go #MC
“I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Huggies. I received product samples to facilitate my review and to thank me for my participation. All opinions are my own.” When you have babies and small children your life is consumed by diapers. When I first had my youngest I had two kids in diapers. Now I only have one baby in diapers, and he happens to hate diaper changes. Luckily, Huggies has foreseen some issue with traditional diapers and … [Read more...]
How to Design a Bathroom Suitable for Kids
pic Children. A source of pleasure and heartache for more than half of our lives. Once they are born, they consume our every waking thought, and we lie awake at night, worrying what life has in store for them. We can’t wait to put them to bed at night and can’t wait to see them in the morning. Often, we are judged on the quality of our parenting and presentation of our children, so we need to do our best to get it right. Our home needs to be a haven where the kids feel completely safe and … [Read more...]
Flying Turtle By Mason Corporation
There is nothing like re-living your childhood. This is just what I got to do. Gym class when I was young consisted of many fun activities and toys. I remember wishing I could bring each one home and to use whenever I wanted. One of these amazing and unique toys was the flying turtle by Mason Corporation. I had some wonderful communication with Jules and soon after received a beautiful teal flying turtle in the mail.Things got even better when our flying turtle arrived on our … [Read more...]
Essential Things to Think About When Creating a Child Friendly Garden
Gardens are perhaps the most versatile room in our homes. I say room because that is the way most people think of their backyards these days. There are many designs to choose from when considering how a garden should look, but one thing that many people have to consider, is making their garden child friendly. This naturally involves making the garden safe as well as fun to play in. If your desire is to have a plot that could win the Chelsea Flower Show, carefully groomed and perfectly arranged, … [Read more...]
5 Financial Tips to Prepare for Having a Baby
Edna J. Le Shan once said, “A new baby is like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” Of course, what Edna didn’t mention is that kids come with a pretty hefty price tag. Having a baby should be a celebration of life, and not a cause for financial grief. My mother will tell you that you’ll never have enough money saved up to have a child, so you might as well just go for it. I, on the other hand, believe that if the proper planning is done for your household … [Read more...]
5 Kid-Friendly Ideas for Backyard Entertaining!
Outdoor entertaining is a great idea for children. When an event is held outdoors, kids have plenty of room to run around and enjoy the fresh air. Keep these tips in mind the next time you plan a backyard party.Safety Is KeySafety is the most important factor to consider about any event, and you need to consider extra safety precautions when children are present. Before the party, take a walk around your backyard and carefully note any safety hazards. Your pool needs to be secure, and … [Read more...]
Take the Huggies Snug & Dry Challenge and Diaper a Baby in Need
Disclosure: I have teamed up with Huggies to bring you this sponsored content. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ. I'm always up for trying out new diapers to find the best one to keep my baby dry. Huggies Snug & Dry have a lot of great features that make them unique and fabulous!Features include:• SnugFit* Waistband for All-Around Fit• Now closer-to-body fit to mover with baby’s twists and turns• Now softer outer cover• Vibrant, modern Mickey … [Read more...]
Getting the Answers you Need with Paternity Testing
It is important to know who the biological father of your child is, as this information will help to clear your mind and can answer a lot of questions that you have. Sometimes you will need to be able to prove who the biological father is for court too, so if you are unsure then it is a good idea to get the answers that you all need. You may feel uneasy and nervous about finding out the results, but until you do it will be an unanswered question that you always wonder about, and the child will … [Read more...]
Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate!
Disclosure: I received free tickets for promotional purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ. I love March because that is when Disney on Ice comes to Kansas City. It has become a very anticipated tradition to attend! This year;s show looks spectacular with the theme "Let's Celebrate!" Join Mickey, Minnie and your other favorite Disney friends for the ultimate celebration! Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate … [Read more...]
Dragon Birthday Cake!
Last year I made my oldest daughter a dragon cake, and this year, my youngest daughter wanted a dragon cake. I have used box mixes in the past, and they were fine, but this year I looked up a yellow cake recipe from Martha Stewart. It is still a bit crumby when I tried to ice it, but it was fine. Next time, I’ll try to find a different cake mix; one that doesn’t fall to crumbs when you cut it! I’m just not that skilled yet! I used a butter cream icing recipe from … [Read more...]
National Children’s Dental Health Month Sparks Awareness
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. One of the reasons for this event is to build public awareness about the importance of children, very young children, visiting a dentist. The state of children’s dental health in the United States is appalling. Tooth decay is the leading childhood disease, and it is one hundred percent preventable. More than 40% of children have at least one cavity, and most have more. Parents should pay attention to the information about free dental visits … [Read more...]
Sponsored Video: Making Trash Clean Up Fun with Glad Black Bag
This is a sponsored post by Glad.My husband and I are always looking for ways to make cleaning up more fun. We have tried to make it a race (not a great idea, because then someone loses and there are tears), singing songs and playing games. I find that when my husband and I help our kids clean up and take out the trash that it goes faster, there is less whining and we are having fun as a family. Our trash day is Wednesday, so Tuesday nights we make a game of gathering all the trash and … [Read more...]
Teach Your Kids about Money by Paying Them
When it comes to teaching children financial responsibility, six simple rules can help to ensure success:The sooner the better when teaching children about money. Instill an instinctive conservatism in regards to spending by teaching your children how money works. Plant seeds early to bear fruit later. Use allowance as a teaching tool. Give bigger responsibilities to teenagers and college students. Educate about investing at an early age.Using Allowance as a Teaching … [Read more...]
