Get Organized in 2024!

By Helen Kornblum | January 1, 2024 | Happy Home , Life
Professional organizer Helen Kornblum helps us find easy ways to keep our busy family lives organized. "Organizing the kitchen begins with one drawer." Resolve to Organize In 2024! We all know the drill. After months of holiday distractions, we resolve to reform our scattered lives by becoming models of organized perfection. We rev up the

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How to Be a Positive Role Model for Your Children in the New Year

By Lindsey Johnson | January 1, 2024 | Kids
Most parents want their children to grow up and be successful, well-adapted adults who thrive in this chaotic world. Believe it or not, what you do now impacts and shapes their future, so it is important to be a positive role model. Let’s face it - no parent is perfect. Sometimes we hit the drive-through,

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Gross Things

Ewww! Gross Things Kids Do

By Lindsey Johnson | January 1, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Early Years
Kids sometimes do gross things that shock and appall adults. These cringe-worthy habits are part of the developmental process, but just how bad are they? PICKING NOSES Children often stick their fingers up their noses to extract those pesky boogers. Picking your nose can lead to nosebleeds, not to mention all the germs they introduce

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nontoxic playdough

Make Homemade Nontoxic Playdough For Endless Fun!

By Amanda Roland | December 31, 2023 | Conception 2 College , DIY , Toddler
Playdough has been the favorite squishy substance of many toddlers all over the world for years! The Play- Doh® that we all know and love was accidentally invented by Joseph and Noah McVicker in 1955 while the two were trying to make wallpaper cleaner. Play-Doh® was marketed a year later by a toy manufacturer, and

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Tips for a Safe New Year’s Celebration!

By Amanda Roland | December 25, 2023 | Blog
New Year’s Eve is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome the new year! But it is so important to remember some safety precautions to take into account when celebrating New Year's! Here are some tips for a safe New Year's celebration. Be cautious with fireworks The National Safety Council and the National Fire Protection Association recommend

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Holiday Budgeting

7 Tips for Holiday Budgeting

By Jacqueline Saguin | December 11, 2023 | Happy Home
To Scrooge or not to Scrooge? That is the question. The holidays are a season of giving, which also means it’s the season of spending. Buying the perfect gift for everyone can force you to spend more than you can afford, stripping the joy from giving. Santa may do it, but you don’t have to.

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Buying vs. Renting

How Do You Decide Between Buying vs. Renting?

By Selena Garrison | December 4, 2023 | Life
In today’s world, we have the option to rent just about anything. From homes to cars to clothes and accessories, we have endless options. But when is it best to buy? And is renting ever the better option? Let's discover the pros and cons of buying vs. renting. Your home Buying a home might seem

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DIY Sock Snowmen

Make DIY Sock Snowmen With The Whole Family

By Grace Downey | December 4, 2023 | Blog
Deck the halls with DIY Sock Snowmen! This easy craft is perfect for the whole family, and you might already have some of the supplies laying around at your house. Look below to find out how to make them! DIY Sock Snowman Supplies per snowman Kid size white sock Poly-fil stuffing 1 cup of rice

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christmas cookies

7 New Christmas Cookie Ideas for The Holidays!

By Amanda Roland | November 27, 2023 | Blog , DIY
‘Tis the season for baking Christmas cookies! For some, it's a holiday tradition with your kids, and for others, it's baking therapy to get yourself ready for the holiday madness. Regardless of the reason why you make Christmas cookies, maybe it’s time to revamp your cookies this year! Check out some of these new and

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6 Snacks for the On-The-Go Parent!

By Allen Haynes | November 13, 2023 | Health
Healthy snacks are so important for keeping Mommy and Daddy going. Good snacks provide vitamins and nutrients vital to keeping you ready to go at a moment’s notice when your little ones have recitals and soccer games. Here are six great snacks to keep your motor running. 1. Fruit Fruit is the perfect snack. It’s

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