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Summertime, Travel and Tablets

Prepping for and going on vacation with a toddler/preschooler is a fun challenge. There are always a lot of things to think about – what clothes to pack, how many diapers to bring (or maybe thats just me) and most importantly, what do I bring to occupy the kids while we are traveling? Do I bring books, toys or my tablet?

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Five Best Practices for School Success

“You don’t have to make it perfect, but you can make it great.” – Alessio, my 5-year old son, advising his frustrated little sister on why her squiggly lines are okay in her first attempts at writing the alphabet

It’s back-to-school time again.  In families across America the homework showdowns have already begun.   Parents struggle with homework almost as much as kids do.  After a full day at school, it’s hard to get …

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Last Minute Holiday Gifts

It's mid December honestly there's never enough time it seems to find gifts for everyone on your list. Here's a little round-up of some gifts that just might work for the trickier people on your list! For your bestie who deserves the best - she will absolutely adore the Hazo Minimalist black leather bag from…