Let's face it, as fun as birthdays are, birthday parties have taken a whole new level over the years from playdates at McDonalds (who remembers the play gyms?) to modern day extravagant decor and over the top fun. So...
My Sweet Second Child,
You have had a much different life than your sister. Your father and I gave her almost 100% of our attention for the first few years of her life, but you have always had to share...
The older kids are back to school now and you are home with the littles trying to fill their days with toddler activities, but maybe you feel like you are running out of new activities to try.
Believe it or...
I remember the first time one of my kids woke up from a night terror. Not only was it scary for her, but it was scary for me, and I couldn't fall asleep until I did some research.
At first,...
Like so many of my posts, I started this one months ago. I started writing it right after my oldest daughter and I went to her university orientation program and I was thinking about that. But then what happened was...
Do you ever feel like you don't understand what your child is saying to you? You know they are trying to communicate something, but you're just not sure what that is.
Believe it or not, I'm not talking about toddlers...
Columbia's hidden gem for toddlers is the Columbia Museum of Art. This past summer The Art Bridges Foundation sponsored Free Summer at CMA. This allowed any South Carolina resident to receive free admission all summer long. We did not...
You know we all love a good charcuterie board but have you ever made one for your toddlers? This is perfect for any occasion from birthday parties, playdates, or just a fun way to serve some of your child's...
If you have a child in school, you've likely experienced the notorious after-school carpool line.
I have a kindergarten student this year so I'm newer to the process, but I quickly learned carpool etiquette: Which direction traffic flows, what speed...
When I was pregnant with my first baby - my daughter, Mackenzie - I remember browsing Pinterest boards with the soft muted nurseries and the beautiful flat lays of tutus and bows and the bushel of soft blankets that...
We all know what August means...SCHOOL! Going back to school can bring out a lot of emotions in both parents and children, from excitement to anxiety. But, ready or not, here it comes!
When we think about going back to school...
It's World Breastfeeding Week and while it's meant to celebrate all the positives about breastfeeding, let's just get real for a moment. Breastfeeding is indeed wonderful in many ways. But, it can also be complicated, demanding, unglamorous, and even...
You know all the baby and child-friendly places in the Midlands, but your child is too old for that stuff now and you have a tween? You need a new place, a new activity, a new family strategy. We've got a...
Let's face it, we all know that feeding your baby, no matter what method you choose, can be a difficult task. Whether you are trying to find the perfect formula for your sensitive newborn or figuring out how to...