My family of three just got back from Walt Disney World and we are already planning our next trip! I know many people who go ALL OUT for a Disney vacation - and why wouldn't you? You are spending...
I love playdates! As a work-from-home/stay-at-home mom, I'll take any opportunity to get out of the house with my kids, meet up with some friends, and have fun! Don't get me wrong, I'm all for playdates at someone's house,...
When I found myself pregnant with my second child, my firstborn was 2.5 years old. One great thing about toddlerhood is not having to lug a diaper bag around with you everywhere you go.
I had long ditched the bulky...
I don't know how people combed little girls' hair before there was screentime, but I'm assuming it was some kind of witchcraft or threat of death. Even with distractions and bribes, I've quickly discovered my little wiggler's fine, curly...
Picture this, it's Friday night ... a welcome end to a crazy week. Your sweet toddler is in her high chair while you and your husband take turns playing DJ for your family dinner/dance party. This night is off to...
What is Babywearing?
Babywearing is the practice of carrying your baby (or even your toddler) up against you with the assistance of some sort of sling, wrap or other type of carrier. While babywearing has gained popularity more recently, it's...
When my boys were babies, I loved giving them a bath. Carefully bathing them as they smiled and cooed. Watching them splash in the water and play in the bubbles. And who doesn't love giving their little baby a...
I have an 11-year-old and a 22-month-old. Somehow, during the nine years between having my son and daughter, I forgot how challenging toddlerhood is.
Just this morning my toddler climbed on the kitchen table, poured a cup of water all over...
Once upon a time my mother would read to us every night. We would go from book to book and explore each experience and the feelings they created within us. We read everything from the hilarious Amelia Bedelia, tongue...
2017 was another great year for the Columbia SC Moms Blog! We are so thankful to all you, our readers, who were right there with us as we shared stories about our families, highlighted all the fun things to...
It's no secret we love Carowinds and all the fun and excitement they offer children and parents alike ... and now it just got better! Opening for the spring 2018 season, Carowinds will debut a newly expanded kids’ area. Formerly...
Do you remember How NOT to Potty Train Your Toddler? Guess what?! I'm back with an update! How TO Potty Train Your Toddler! That's right! After 4 tries, my toddler is now (for the most part) potty trained. Here...
Under age 2, children develop important cognitive, language, sensorimotor, and social-emotional skills through hands-on exploration and social interaction. Media use for this age group should only occur when an adult is standing by to co-view, talk and teach.
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So you're probably wondering what this could possibly be about, right? Well, if you're anything like me, then you've experienced this more than you can count on both hands. You know those days when your sweet little baby is...
In + Around Columbia
Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
