We live in a frighteningly litigious society, don’t you think? I’m looking at you, burglars who sue homeowners because they got injured during a B&E…and…
Why Treats at School Should Have Been Banned Decades Ago Read More »
My one-year-old is a pretty good eater. He generally likes most things and really loves it when he gets to try something new. But the…
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You heard yesterday about the tale of getting severe dust allergy diagnoses for two of my four kids and all the cleaning routines we had…
How to Organize a Room (& Toys) When Fighting a Dust Allergy Read More »
When my oldest son Paul was in first grade, we moved to a new house. It was fall, the time of year in Michigan when…
“Do-nut worry” read the cute little tags attached to the double doughnut hole treat our first graders presented to our fourth graders last year before…
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My baby just turned one (sniffle, sniffle)! This is the fourth time we’ve celebrated a first birthday in our family…and it never gets easier. Something…
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If you’re new to cutting gluten and dairy, start with Katie’s post to learn how to go gluten and dairy-free with kids. If you know…
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So your doctor says your child should cut dairy and gluten for an elimination diet? Or maybe you’re suspicious they’re having symptoms of gluten sensitivity…
Kids’ Guide to Going Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Read More »
Growing up I did not have any chores. It’s kind of sad since I was the kind of kid that loved to help. Even though…
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The other day I was walking through the yogurt section at the local grocery store checking nutrition labels for sugar amounts. I was SHOCKED! And…
I was the cool mom last year for Halloween. Not only did I let my kids have more than one piece of candy in a…
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I’m not sure if it’s my over-tired postpartum brain, or simply the fact that as I get older I’ve stopped caring what people think -…
What You Need to Know about How Food Dyes and Behavior Are Connected Read More »
Looking for natural treatments for growing pains like essential oils and other home remedies? Here’s how to get rid of growing pains. How is it…
7 Fast Acting Natural Remedies for Growing Pains in the Middle of the Night Read More »
Inspiring kids to eat healthy and learn to cook is my passion. I hope with my online cooking classes for kids I’m helping parents do just that…
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Storage at home is tricky when you live in a small house. These storage ideas for small spaces have made our home feel bigger. Here’s…
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While you’re enjoying summertime with your kids and a reprieve from backpacks and school paperwork, there’s still a lot to keep track of: use safe…
15 Ways KIDS Can Save the Earth Read More »
Here’s one for you: Q: What do you get when you cross a child under 10, a can of bread dough, and a bag of…
20 Recipes Kids Can Make (That Aren’t Braindead Easy) Read More »
I work hard to give my kids candy-free Easter baskets that are still fun, but I just don’t have the DIY sense or time to…
No Mess, No Food Coloring Easter Egg Decorating Read More »
Unique Easter basket ideas I’ve collected over the years to fill the Easter eggs without candy OR little junk! Find more inspiration in my Non…
How Do You Make an Easter Basket Without Junk? Read More »
I get really tired of the sugar fest that is Valentine’s Day, the Hallmark holiday co-opted by the sugar and flower industries. Why can’t Valentine’s Day…
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