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5 Ways to Help Your College Grad Leave the Nest

July 20, 2018 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Helping your college grad prepare to leave the nest may feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Grab these 5 smart tips and you are well on your way. I especially love the genius of #3--would never have thought to of this!

Great news, your child has completed college. Now what? As a mom, your main worry was giving your child the best education. Unlike the yesteryears where getting a college education was a guarantee of getting a good job, things have changed. More so, the issue of high student debt, job competition, and high living standards can be overwhelming […]

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Filed Under: School

Milton Hershey School: A Living Legacy of a Future

May 10, 2018 By Meredith 1 Comment

Milton Hershey School is a gorgeous living legacy of hope and a better future for each one of the students it welcomes. Through a belief in quality education for all, this school is committed to giving all children an exceptional home and learning experience. Read more to learn about this incredibly unique history!

***Thank you to Hershey Entertainment and Resorts Company for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on Milton Hershey School and it’s living legacy*** It was so fun to fill you in on some very cool parts of Hershey’s history last week! Hershey, PA is one of my favorite places and I love […]

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Filed Under: Hersheypark, Preschool, School, Young Kids

Nailing the Morning Routine for Kids with ADHD

April 16, 2018 By Anne Metz 2 Comments

Trying to sort what the smartest course for your ADS/SPD kid is? This genius, mm-proven help to tackle the Morning Routine for Kids with ADHD with helo see you through your days, mama--I promise! You CAN do this mom gig--with these smart tips, I promise!

Getting kids ready in the morning can be stressful, but when you add an ADHD diagnosis to the mix, it becomes exponentially more so. Yet, while mornings can be challenging, doesn’t mean everyone must be a fight, filled with nagging and frustration. Here are some tips to help school the morning routine for kids with ADHD.   Nailing […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Organization, Preschool, SAHM Life, School, Young Kids

10 Snow Day Activities to Bust Boredom

February 7, 2018 By Amy Waltermyer 1 Comment

Stuck at home with a snow day, mama? NO WORRIES! You can do this! Check these 10 smart snow day activities to keep the fun and learning flowing in your home and then relax and count it a day well spent! Well done, mama!

I think we all can admit a love-hate relationship with snow days. There’s a part of me that loves being snowed in…nowhere to be. No running here, there, and everywhere to afterschool activities. No homework. On the other hand, a seemingly relaxing day can become long really, really fast. The kids who were bouncing off the walls with excitement a […]

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Filed Under: School, Young Kids

Valentine Mailbox Project for Sibling Kindness

January 12, 2018 By Anne Metz 4 Comments

This Valentine Mailbox isn't just a kids' craft, it's a smart sibling DIY project that teaches kindness and sibling love while bringing some special fun in the cold winter weeks leading up to Valentines Day! And make sure to grab this sweet FREE Valentine's note printable--adorable and fits perfectly with the mailbox craft!

Welcome to the “End Sibling Squabbling Valentine Mailbox Project”! This is a project with a purpose. After your kids make these Valentine mailboxes, have them and write and deliver nice notes to each other for at least a week leading up to Valentine’s Day. This seemingly simple activity is genius! It solves a lot of problems at my […]

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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Holidays, School

The High School Reunion Apology

November 17, 2017 By Meredith 7 Comments

Have a high school reunion coming up? NO WORRIES! Here's some real truth to take with you and ease your anxiety. Get ready to relax and celebrate who you've become with your former classmates!

This is less of a post and more of an apology letter to my former classmates whom I will be meeting up within less than a week’s time for our 20-year high school reunion. Yes, that’s right–TWENTY YEARS. I’ll give you a minute to do the math, and yes, I am really old. Complaints of […]

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Filed Under: Health, School, Young Kids

8 Smart Tips for Managing a Balanced, Healthy School Break

November 15, 2017 By Meredith 2 Comments

Working hard to keep your kids active and fit? Check these 8 smart ideas to keep your family fit, healthy and actively enjoying all that life holds, despite school breaks and life interruptions. I especially love tip #4!

****This post was sponsored by Boys & Girls Clubs of America as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central so I could share best tips for managing a healthy school break, and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.*** Raise your hand if you are already looking forward to the upcoming winter […]

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Filed Under: Exercise, Fitness, Health, Holidays, Preschool, School, Vacations, Weight Loss

6 Breakfast Shortcuts to Master the Morning Rush

September 29, 2017 By Heidi Rega 2 Comments

Busy mornings part of your every day? Try these 6 healthy breakfast shortcuts to cut down on the crazy chaos and start your day off on the right foot! Kid-friendly and delicious, you can't go wrong!

The only thing crazier than sorting the after school and homework routine, is managing to actually leave the house in the morning! Between getting the kids out of bed, dressed, and gathering up last minute items, breakfast time can take a serious hit. We’ve found six tried and true shortcuts to ensure the kids (and […]

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Filed Under: Cooking, Organization, Recipes, School

11 Smart Tips to Ace Your Parent-Teacher Conference

September 25, 2017 By Amy Waltermyer 4 Comments

No fear, mama! Use these smart tips, tricks and questions to ace your own parent-teacher conference. I love the insight our on-board teacher offers in tips 7-9!

The Parent-Teacher conference. We’ve all had one. The conference paper comes home and says that the teacher would like to set up a conference. Why? Is my kid misbehaving? Is he falling behind? Is she not making friends? Am I failing as a parent? Deep breathes, mama.  Conferences are not a bad thing.  There are […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Preschool, School, Young Kids

DIY Upcycled Bulletin Board/White Board Combo

September 22, 2017 By Anne Metz 2 Comments

Time to upgrade your command center? Snag this easy DIY for an upcycled bulletin board/white board combo, and you will be crushing on your new organization space! I love this genius!

I’m really excited to share my latest DIY project–an upcycled bulletin board/white board combo! This endeavor combines a lot of my loves: organizing, crafting, and shopping for fabric. Plus this DIY project only takes a single afternoon and is incredibly inexpensive. So if you’re looking to spruce up your command center, follow the steps below […]

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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Homemaking, Organization, School

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