Confession: I want to be a fun mom–but I do not enjoy playing pretend. And ugh, do I feel guilty about it! My kids love when I am playful–there is something wonderfully, magically rule-breaking about an adult pressing pause on being serious! But I find myself torn between wanting to make them happy, and wanting to get on with my… Read More
10 Ways to Keep Kids Busy at Home this Summer
Summer is here! And while I’m delighted to be done with school, there are still a lot of long weeks at home ahead of us. Never fear, sweet mama: If you’re looking for ways to keep your kids busy this summer, I’ve got you covered!
The Best Learning & STEM Gifts for Kids
As I was putting together my personal list of the best STEM gifts for kids, I walked through our house and looked at what my kids really play with. Over the years, I’ve seen many toys joyfully unwrapped and then quickly forgotten, discarded, or broken. That’s why this list of screen-less gifts has toys that have real staying power. Your… Read More