Between our smartphones, tablets, laptops, game consoles, PCs, etc. screens are a big part of our lives these days. Sometimes it can feel like a real challenge to pull everyone away from their various screens…
Parenting
To the Exhausted Mom who is Running on Empty
Dear Tired Mom, Life can throw a lot at you at once. You’re better than you think you are at weathering it all, but sometimes it’s all too much and you feel like you’re pushed…
50 Simple Mom-Approved Elf on the Shelf Ideas
Elf on the Shelf is a polarizing character. Some parents love it, while others hate it. Coming up with fun ideas for your elf every night in December can be challenging, but with these simple…
11 Things You Should Know When You Have a Second Baby
Dear Second-Time Mom, you’re a seasoned pro when it comes to pregnancy and birth and even handling the first year or so of parenthood. You’ve got those things down. But when you have a second…
6 Ways to Make Packing School Lunches Easier
There is just something about packing school lunches for kids that’s not fun. You start the school year off with creative bento box dreams and loving notes for your munchkin to read each day, but…
I Quit Putting My Kids First & You Should Too
Dear Mom, You love your children more than anyone could possibly imagine and you would do just about anything for them. You already do so much to put your kids first every single day, yet you…
5 Things to Remember When Your Kids Get Sick
If your kids are anything like mine, they’ve already been sick at least once this year and we’re just getting into cold and flu season. It’s never fun to have sick kids – or be…
Dear Mom…Christmas and Your Child with High Functioning Autism
Dear Mom. Your child has high functioning autism (or Asperger syndrome) and the holidays are approaching quickly. For many people, the holidays are a time for family, friends, food, gatherings, special events, etc. That’s probably…
DIY ID Bracelet for Kids
I can still feel the panic welling up inside me when I couldn’t find my 4-year-old at the fair last year. My husband thought I was watching Luke and I thought he was watching Luke. Luke…
10 Encouraging Quotes for NICU Moms
My “baby” started kindergarten this fall. Just like with my other children, it seemed like I blinked and Luke went from a tiny helpless baby to a “big boy.” He marched off so proudly on…
Free Printable School Lunch Planner
As our children head back to school this fall, there’s a lot of things we moms have to consider, from school supplies and what our kids will wear (growth spurts anyone?) to coordinating schedules and…
Free Printable First Day of School Signs for All Grades
Originally published August, 2016 / Updated July, 2019 One fun, SIMPLE back to school tradition you will cherish for years is to take a photo of your kids holding a “first day of school” printable…
8 Creative Ways to Get Kids Involved with Gardening
Hi everyone! My name is Jennifer Taylor and I write the pregnancy and baby blog: MomTricks. In today’s modern world more than ever, it’s important to encourage kids to engage in outdoor activities that promote…
16 Sanity-Saving Tips for Taking Kids to the Beach
You’re relaxing with your toes dipped in the edge of the water as a gentle breeze blows your wavy beach hair and your children play happily in the sand. While that’s a wonderful thought, we all know…
25+ Hacks and Tips for Traveling with Kids
Planning a family vacation is always exciting, but it can also be a little stressful. With summer upon us, I wanted to share some hacks and tips when traveling with kids. From the journey to…