Manage Screen Time (Free Printable Checklist)
Are you already arguing with your children about screen time this summer? It is a never-ending battle at my house. I don't mind my children using electronics (especially on gloomy days) but my kids need limits. I finally created this No Screen Time Until Checklist to help manage screen time this summer, and throughout the year.
We have a few basic rules to help control screen time. No electronics are allowed in their rooms overnight. We... read more ❯
5 Ways to Get Your Kid Reading This Summer
It's summertime! One thing I've always stressed with my kids is summer reading. Although I must admit, sometimes it's a challenge to get my kids to read during the summer.
But while I know the value of breaks, I also know my kids. Those sweet little ones would happily sit in front of their screens all day long if I didn’t challenge them or change things up from time to time.
Reading is so important to everything... read more ❯
How to Be a Fun Mom
I love summer! While many people look forward to the cooler days of fall, I love the lazy days of summer! Days spent enjoying the pool, trips to the beach, BBQ's, sidewalk chalk, and late night trips for ice cream. However I wasn't always a fun mom.
Our summer kicked off a few weeks ago and we've been enjoying every single minute of it. I use to dread summer. Trying to come up with things to... read more ❯
50 Photos to Take of Your Kids this Summer
I love taking photos of my kids. In fact, if you asked me what my hobby was, I would probably say taking my kids' picture.
Most of the walls in my home are decorated with photos of my children over the years. Summer is my favorite time of year to take photos of my kids because there are so many opportunities for great pictures.
The weather is usually amazing, my kids are outside, have more free time,... read more ❯