Time to slap your forehead – Memorial Day has come and gone, summer is here, and you still haven’t made plans for your kids. You’re not a bad mom. Or dad. It’s surprisingly hard, especially for working parents, to plan a kid-centric summer, when the primary factors aren’t “fun,” but staying within budget, while also…
8 Tips For Getting Your Kids Packed for Summer Camp
The first year I sent my children to camp, I began preparations several months in advance. I ordered the camp logo items, purchased horseback riding boots, and soccer cleats (for a child who hates soccer and thinks horses are smelly), and had labels ironed or sewn into every last sock. Now, five years later, I pack two days before the trunks leave, and it couldnt be easier. Here are some of my tips for organizing for camp without the hassle:
12 Safety Tips For Riding An Uber Or Lyft
Uber and Lyft ride share apps are super convenient and most of the time, safe. But, unfortunately sometimes they aren't. It is crucial to use common sense and our Uber Smarts to stay safe. 12 SAFETY TIPS For Riding In Uber and Lyft PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY…ESPECIALLY WITH YOUR COLLEGE-AGE KIDS! 1.…
8 Questions You Should Ask a Potential Babysitter
There is nothing more important than the safekeeping of our children. So it’s surprising how haphazard the hiring process can be for babysitters, nannys and other in-home childcare professionals. Take time to plan your interview with a potential caregiver and listen carefully to what he or she may tell you.
Nintendo Still Has The Coolest Gaming Systems Around
This post is a paid partnership with Nintendo but all opinions are my own. There comes a time in every parent's life where they have to admit that their kids are more technically advanced than they are. I have reached that point and hate to admit it, I won't lie. My kids are much more…
Gaming Is More Fun with Nintendo Bundles
This post is a paid partnership with Nintendo but all opinions are my own. As a parent, it is my job to not only know what my kids are up to but to provide them with the best options that hone their interests. That is the main reason I really like the New Nintendo 2DS XL…
11 Tips for Traveling with Kids
Before you know it, summer vacation will be here. If you’re planning a family adventure, the following tips and tricks will help you pull it off like a pro even with a tiny traveler in tow! 1. Choose flight times wisely. Don’t kick off the …
From Boxing Champ to Career Mom: Laila Ali Shares 3 Tips for Work-Life Balance
Laila Ali is probably just as active out of the boxing ring as she was in it. And, that’s saying a lot. After winning multiple boxing World titles, she went on to earn more types of titles: Best-selling Author, Lifestyle Expert, TV Host, “Dancing With The Stars” (DWTS) Alumna, and… Mom. Just as Laila had…
11 Tips For Stay-At-Home Moms Who Want To Go Back To Work
Stay-at-home moms: Dont fall for the media chatter that opting out of work to raise kids will sound the death knell for your career. It IS possible to get back in. You just need some advice and inspiration.Remember, as a full-time mom, you opted in to the most important job in the world – raising the next generation of capable and responsible adults. There’s no need to regret your decision; it was the …
Back To School: How To Get Sleep Back On Track
After a summer of late nights playing in the park, hanging with friends and laid back mornings, it’s time to get back on a school schedule. I can hear the wave of relief for some moms and a thunder clash for others. In today’s society, we place A LOT of pressure on ourselves to be…