Grown-up Talk

Parenting Book Club - Cribsheet by Emily Oster

This week, we look at Emily Oster's Cribsheet: a data-driven guide to better, more relaxed parenting, from birth to preschool. You had me at 'more relaxed'!

Baby Talk

Prepping Your Fur-Babies for Your Baby-Babies

With some basic steps and planning, you can help your furry friends adjust safely and happily when your little one arrives.

Baby Talk

Gift Ideas for a Baby Sprinkle

You know all of those baby sprinkles, not the full-on baby showers, but sprinkles for the second, third, or even fourth baby? Those can be challenging to find a gift for. Take a look at our advice and suggestions for what parents will appreciate most!

Real Talk

Fourth of July Fun for Littles

Super loud crashes and booms along with being outside in the heat, humidity, and even mosquitos? And staying up way past bedtime? Fourth of July can be tricky to celebrate with littles. Here are some ways to make sure it's fun for the whole family!

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Making the Most of Free Time

Free time - for parents, it’s a hot commodity. Which is why it can be frustrating when we have it and don’t feel like we use it to the fullest! Reframed thinking and a few small steps will ensure it's well spent.

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What We Mean By Mental Load

You know all that extra "stuff" that goes along with running a family household?Even though many of these jobs are smallish, when compiled, the weight and emotional burden of carrying it all can be crushing. Assess the burden of your own mental load and let's take some steps to lighten it!

Grown-up Talk

Serious Summer Safety

Not everything warrants the grey hairs we as parents let some things give us. That said, being vigilant about some typical summer activities can help keep your kiddos safe.

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Parenting Book Club - The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman

This book helps parents learn to say “I love you” in a way their child understands. What is your kiddo’s love language?!

Real Talk

Moving Past Anger Towards a Parenting Partner

I’m fortunate to have a parenting partner with whom I share responsibility. But sometimes, they drive me crazy. We broke down a few methods to productively and positively move forward with your partner after disagreements.

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Parental Guilt

When you start to feel that parent guilt creeping up your back and settling in squarely on your shoulder to whisper in your ear, take a minute to think whether you need to listen or not. Here are a few things we think you can let go of feeling guilty about.

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Small Steps Towards An Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Making incremental changes and thoughtful choices and actions like these small steps we’ve suggested help create good habits that impact the earth.

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Yes! Your Kids Should Be Doing Chores

Expecting your kiddos to help around the house has lots of benefits. Here are some suggestions to start as well as what tasks are age-appropriate.

Grown-up Talk

Adding joy to your home office space

If you can pull just one tip from our list to help your WFH environment, I think you’ll find a little can go a long way.

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What Will Summer Look Like?

We aren’t infectious disease specialists, virologists, or behavioral psychologists over here, but we are parents. Here’s how we are looking ahead toward planning the summer months.

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Preschool Curriculum Cheat Sheet

Picking a preschool can feel overwhelming. Here’s a quick run-down of the most common preschool curriculums.

Real Talk

Punching the Parenting Time Card

Clocking out from parenting affords you the break to get back to your baseline. Then you can go back to being your best possible parent.

Baby Talk

Feeding Station Goals

Naturally, everyone’s needs for a nursing or bottle-feeding area are going to be individualized. But there are some common items to think about having handy that will make life with a nursing or bottle-fed baby a little easier.

Grown-up Talk

The Antidote to Toddler Tantrums

A routine or schedule, whatever you call it, will quell a good deal of those toddler tantrums and will help free up some time for parents as well!

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Those Who Inspire

We put together a list of a few inspirational folks and their words of wisdom to share with your kiddos now.

Grown-up Talk

Does all Kid-Friendly Design Have to Center Around an Exersaucer?

The basic idea in designing a space that your whole family can enjoy is that it feels like you and is comfortable.

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Feel Good About What Your Kids Eat

So yes, when feeding children, patience is necessary. And adding variety is an important step to lay the groundwork for a lifetime of good healthy eating habits. Here are some straightforward ideas to transition your kiddos to quick and healthy snacks you feel good about them eating.

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Looking Forward to 2021

This past year has created space for just our family. And that’s something I really want to hang onto. I’m making my commitment to space for family my main resolution for the New Year. I hope you can find some space to do the same. Happy New Year, everyone.

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We Can Still Bring the Winter Cheer This Year

We put our heads together over here and came up with some fun ideas for both the kids and grownups to spark creativity and a little indulgence as well as some whimsical tidbits and trivia to keep the seasonal spirit going strong this winter.

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Keep Calm & Download an App

Knowing I can’t possibly be the only one struggling to maintain a nice even state of mind this time of year, we’ve gathered a little round-up of some meditation apps to download in the hopes that they will calm your body and mind while giving you a little perspective. Good luck!

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Bored Game vs Board Game!

With chilly winter months staring us in the face, there's no better time to grab a new board game some quality family time. And because you don't want to be chained to a Monopoly board for the next five hours of your life, we've compiled a list of games both you and the kids will enjoy.