The Chirping Moms

Valentine’s Day Ideas for Classroom Parties

Valentine’s Day Ideas for Classroom Parties

As a class parent, my favorite party of the year to host is the Valentine’s Day class party. I think it’s really nice to see all the kids handing out cards to the class and making hearts and other crafts to bring home to show their parents extra love. I feel like we hear more stories than we’d like about… Read More

Valentine’s Day Dinner: Braised Short Ribs Over Butternut Squash Pasta

Valentine’s Day Dinner: Braised Short Ribs Over Butternut Squash Pasta

Hey! My name is Kristen. I am a busy mom of three and a self-trained personal chef. I am currently working on the launch of my blog Cooking for Friends, where you will be able to find family friendly meals and weekly meal plans that are healthy and that you can get on your table most nights of the week… Read More

Lots to Love: Valentine’s Day Books and Clothes for Kids

Lots to Love: Valentine’s Day Books and Clothes for Kids

I’ve heard a lot of “ugh another holiday” in regards to Valentine’s Day lately. I get it, our house still has a lot of Christmas decorations that need to be boxed up and we’re still wearing Santa pajamas to bed. But hear me out…. this year, perhaps a holiday about LOVE is one not to skip over. And you know… Read More

Personalized Valentine’s Day Book For Kids {& Giveaway}

Personalized Valentine’s Day Book For Kids {& Giveaway}

We have quite a few i See Me books in our library. The kids get one at Christmas and we have some special books that people sent them as baby gifts. They are all personalized and all really special. The new i See Me title might be my favorite yet: My Little Love Bug. It just came out and makes… Read More

Family Travel Planning: When to Book & Where to Go

Family Travel Planning: When to Book & Where to Go

The holidays are over, and now is the time to consider your 2018 family travel plans… where to next? As someone who loves traveling with their family, a new year means new adventures and places to see. I like to start fresh in January and look at the year and places we’d like to go, what’s feasible and best times… Read More

Etsy Shops for Valentine’s Day

Etsy Shops for Valentine’s Day

We love Etsy shops for the holidays. You can find cute decor, gifts, etc that are unique AND you’re supporting a small business. Each year we try and round up some of our favorite Etsy shops for Valentine’s Day. This year I think you are going to really enjoy the shops we chose to highlight. I kept the list short,… Read More

Holiday Parties for Kids: How to Host an Elf Dinner

Holiday Parties for Kids: How to Host an Elf Dinner

By: Courtney Byrne This year the kids watched the movie Elf for first time. They thought it was absolutely hysterical. Their favorite part is how Elf eats all sugar. We heard about an Elf dinner, where kids got to eat their spaghetti just like Buddy the Elf: covered in chocolate syrup, candy, etc. So this year we decided to host… Read More