Life is busy. Especially in the spring. We are on the go many nights during the week and many times are eating dinner somewhere other than the dinner table. I love the idea of healthy family dinners where everyone gets to unwind and chat about their days. So instead of sacrificing mealtime or making the kids miss soccer practice I've decided to think outside the box and make it work for us. Here are some of my favorite tips for taking dinner on the … [Read more...]
Homemade Citrus All Purpose Cleaner
I try to use green and chemical free cleaning products at home whenever I can. Years ago my sister and I became obsessed with cleaning everything with vinegar because it worked so well and was safe for our little ones. I came up with this homemade citrus all purpose cleaner recipe that has all the cleansing power of vinegar with an extra punch of goodness from citrus essential oils. They make it smell so good too! Affiliates links are included … [Read more...]
100 Acts of Kindness for Kids
Doing acts of kindness is one of the best activities you can do with your kids. It's a great way to bond as a family, a lot of fun and teaches kids about compassion and service. Any act of kindness no matter how big or small can make a difference--especially when done intentionally. Here are 100 acts of kindness for kids that you and your family can do together! 100 Acts of Kindness for Kids Put change in a vending machine.Hold the … [Read more...]
Boredom Busters That Get Kids Moving
If you are looking for a fun indoor activity then you will love these boredom busters that get kids moving! They are simple to set up and so much fun you'll want to play no matter what the weather is like outside. (affiliate links included for your convenience) Boredom Busters for Kids Pop the Balloon Grab a pack of balloons and blow them up. (Better yet if your kids are old enough let them help.) Throw them on the ground and let the kids … [Read more...]
Homemade Cinnamon Coffee Scrub
Coffee. It helps you wake up in the morning, gives you a spark of energy. Did you know that your skin absorbs caffeine in addition to your stomach? You don't have to ingest coffee to get it's benefits. This Cinnamon Coffee Scrub is invigorating, smells delicious and is a great "perk-me-up". This recipe is so easy, to make and only has four ingredients! To make Essential Oil Cinnamon Coffee Scrub you will need: Coffee Grounds - you can use … [Read more...]
Homemade Sport Bag Spray
Stinky sports bags. Between sweaty shoes, dirty shin guards and sweaty T shirts it seems like gym bags don't stand a chance. We've been wiping ours out after each use, but the stinky smell never quite seemed to go away...until now. I used some of our essential oils to create my own homemade sports bag spray and the smell is gone. Homemade Sports Bag Spray small spray bottle warm water lemon essential oil melaleuca alternifolia … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Make Story Time Special
There really is something magical about story time. Nothing beats that feeling of choosing a story and snuggling up together to share a new adventure. Okay, maybe not everyday is picture perfect, but more often than not story time is the perfect time to bond with your kids. That's why I'm so excited to partner with Put Me in the Story for this post--anything that gets kids excited about story time is awesome! They motivate kids by putting them … [Read more...]
Toys That are REALLY Worth the Price
The holidays are coming and if your families are anything like mine so are the wish list requests. Everyone wants to know what gifts to give to kids, after all they are so much fun to buy for. There are lots of choices out there, many of them are quite expensive, so it can be hard to know which choices are a good value. No one wants to overspend on junk. Never fear! I am here to help. Over the last few weeks I have questioned dozens of parents to … [Read more...]