My family is in the process of radically downsizing our lives, but I feel like I’ve been working to manage and declutter toys for years. Whether it’s a gift from a grandparent or a special stick from outside, new treasures find their way into our kids’ collection constantly, and keeping them tidy is a constant challenge. Over the years, I’ve…
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9 Easy Tips to Help You Declutter Your Kids’ Toys
What to Do When You’re Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
You’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer. I am so, so sorry. My diagnosis came five years ago, and I remember exactly the way it felt to hear the words “I’m very sorry to say that it *is* cancer…” I remember the look of fear on my husband’s face. I remember running from one appointment to another and getting nasty, depressing,…
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Weird, Unsocialized Homeschoolers: How to Answer the Critics and Ensure Your Homeschooled Kid Isn’t Lonely
As a homeschooling mom, one topic that I’m asked about again and again, usually along with a little dose of side eye, is the topic of socialization. It’s a neat little code word non-homeschooling people use when they want to say, “aren’t you afraid your homeschooled kid is going to be weird?” When fellow parents who are considering homeschooling ask…
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The Ultimate Guide to a Day at the Beach with Kids
Remember when all you had to take to the beach was just a towel and a book? Sadly, once you have kids, those days are gone for awhile. With two sets of grandparents who have homes at the Jersey Shore, my family has lots of experience with family beach days. I’ve compiled a list of my great-to-have items as well…
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How to Play with Your Kids While You’re Lying Down
Are you trying to parent while sick? On bed rest due to a complicated pregnancy? Recovering from surgery? Simply tired after waking every two hours to feed the baby? Unfortunately, the job of motherhood never stops, and your little sweeties still probably want you for a playmate during the day. As I mentioned in my last post, I recently had…
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