Sunny Patch Sand Toys and a Giveaway!
Every summer, I swoon over Melissa & Doug’s Sunny Patch outdoor toys. With toys for playing in the sand, gardening, exploring nature and playing outside, these whimsical, colorful toys inspire...
View ArticleThe Muck Boot Company, Waterproof Boots for Kids
The Muck Boot Company are well-known for their rugged outdoors boots. If the storm that hit the Northeast hard this week is any indication of snowfall to come, I am glad we tried Muck Boots when we...
View ArticleOrganizing a Successful Spring Yard Sale
“What is one man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” –Unknown Spring is the perfect time of year to clean your living space. It’s a great time to organize some of the areas within your home that contain...
View ArticlePlanning a Summer Staycation
There’s nothing a parent dislikes more in the summer when they hear the words, “Mom, I’m bored.” The reality is, if you don’t begin to plan now you’ll be hearing more of where that came from in the...
View ArticleBeach Essentials For Babies
Summer is upon us which means frequent trips to the playgrounds and beaches. It is important I pack all of the necessary gear for my children ages newborn to toddler. I wanted to share with you some of...
View ArticleTop Seven Must-Have Beach Products
Summer started, in case you didn’t get the memo. But nothing ruins a day at the beach than realizing you are ill-prepared for [insert situation here]. Here are a few items that have gotta-get status...
View ArticleTips for Having the Most Fun at an Amusement Park
Our daughter began her summer break from private school earlier this year than the local public schools. You know what this meant. Road trip! Taking full advantage of being set free earlier than...
View ArticleGear Girl: Scooters, Skateboards & Other Summer Rides
Whether you’re riding to the park, scootering down to the corner ice cream store, or going for a family walk around the block, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite scooters, skateboards and other...
View Article7 Activities for Family Fun in Jackson Hole, WY
As part of a three week trip from California to Montana, my family spent two nights in Jackson Hole, Wyoming at the Snake River Lodge and Spa. If your family vacations head you that way or you’re...
View ArticleGear Girl: Fall Family Camping
Fall is my favorite time to take my family camping. The crisp air makes a camp fire that much more enjoyable, the gold and crimson leaves setting the perfect backdrop for family walks, explorations,...
View ArticleGetting Your Kids Excited About the Olympics
The winter Olympics have always been a big deal in our house. Even as a small child, I waited with bated breath as our American girls competed in figure skating. I still remember being on Debi Thomas’...
View ArticleSyncing Your Style: Winter Trends for Baby
Having a newborn in the cold, winter months can be quite a challenge. I am a mama to three and as much as I would like to “hug the hearth” and keep her indoors until spring, this is neither practical...
View ArticleSyncing Your Style: Traveling with Kids
Traveling with kids? Whether you’re planning an outing to the baseball field, a festive celebration or hitting the road for a family vacation, we have some travel essentials that are designed to make...
View ArticleGet Outdoors with Trista Sutter and OFF!
Trista Sutter is one of my favorite “reality moms.” Really it’s not fair to tag her as a reality star. Since The Bachelorette, she’s proven to have talent and poise way beyond her peers. When OFF! gave...
View ArticleBells, Baskets & Bling: Bike Accessories For Kids
May is National Bike Month and we’ve gathered up some of our favorite accessories to add fun and flair to your child’s bike. From baskets and bells to tassels and horns, here are some cute and...
View ArticleOur Favorite Summer Activities For Kids
Are your kids out of school yet? Many parents view summer vacation either with dread or jubilation. I’m somewhere in the middle. I’m thrilled to have more time with the kids to play, relax and explore,...
View ArticlePlan Your Perfect Summer Picnic
Warm evenings, no school, and farmer’s markets overflowing with in-seasons fruits and veggies makes summer the perfect time for a picnic. Throw together a simple salad, some leftover chicken and an...
View Article4th of July Party Planning Tips: Decor, Menu and Games
Planning your backyard 4th of July Celebration just got easier with our special #ItsAParty feature. We’re showing you how to plan a stress-free party in your backyard this 4th of July. We’ve got...
View ArticleOutdoor Toys For Backyard Fun
One of my favorite summer activities is spending time in the backyard with my three boys. We’re lucky enough to have a dad-made treehouse, a rope swing, and enough grass to kick a soccer ball back and...
View ArticleYummy BBQ Essentials and A Giveaway
Summer entertaining is in full swing with summer kick- off parties, graduations and beach BBQs. For our most recent backyard BBQ we decided to vear away from the tradtional hamburgers and hot dogs and...
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