It’s hard to believe, but my baby boy started pre-Kindergarten this school year! He’s been in preschool before, but this year, he’s officially in pre-Kindergarten and learning all those necessary skills to get him ready for Kindergarten next year. Here in Florida, pre-Kindergarten is three hours a day and if you wish, you can enroll […]
Parenting
Simplifying School Mornings: How to Pack School Lunches & Snacks for the Week
In the constant race to not be tardy and stay sane, I am always looking for ways to make school mornings run as efficiently as possible. And with a daughter known to burst into song at a moment’s notice and a husband with health issues, this is an uphill battle! One way that I have […]
3 Simple Tips for Stress-Free School Lunch Packing
As summer comes to an end and back to school season begins, I’m sure you’re starting to think about getting back to your normal routine. For me, that means starting to think about my daughter’s school lunch and gathering ideas for what I’ll pack. We tend to start off well, but since she tends to […]
5 Simple (and Fun) Activities To Do with Kids This Summer!
The summer months inspire plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy as a family. The hot weather calls for swimming, while the bright sun beckons you to enjoy the outdoors. Summer is a time to create long-lasting family memories and have fun with the kids. Our family summers tend to include a few beach trips, outdoor […]
Protecting Your Children’s Online Privacy at School: 6 Tips from a Blogging Mom
Having a child in this digital age is nothing easy. While our parents had plenty to worry about in raising us, they did not need to be concerned with protecting our online safety. There was no question about sharing our photos and information online, no social media release forms to sign at school, and no […]