The Chirping Moms

DIY Group Costume: The Little Mermaid

DIY Group Costume: The Little Mermaid

Disclosure: We partnered with Primary.com for this post. All ideas, costume designs and opinions are my own.  Up on the shore they work all day Out in the sun they slave away While we devotin’ Full time to floatin’ Under the sea Here’s a fun group costume for friends or a family: the cast of The Little Mermaid! These DIY… Read More

Best Places for Apple Picking In NY, NJ and CT

Best Places for Apple Picking In NY, NJ and CT

By: Lyla Gleason Now that the school year is underway, its time to get excited for our favorite fun-for-all fall activity…apple picking. The tri-state area is full of Pick-Your-Own orchards with apple trees in every variety, farm and animal adventures, delicious treats and plenty of fun-filled outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re stocking up on apples as… Read More

Four Seasons Orlando: A Great Time of Year to Visit

Four Seasons Orlando: A Great Time of Year to Visit

A few weeks ago, Alex and I took a mother-daughter trip to Disney World. We have visited Orlando in the early fall a few times now and I can honestly say it’s a great time to visit Disney. Yes, it can be very hot and yes there is always a chance of rain but the low crowds and Halloween decor… Read More

10 Genius Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids

10 Genius Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sposie Booster Pads, the number one brand in diaper doublers. All opinions are entirely my own. Going on a family road trip with kids is never easy, and a trip that includes a baby or toddler has its own set of unique challenges. You never really know when… Read More

The NEW Disney Junior Play Zone

The NEW Disney Junior Play Zone

Here’s some exciting news for anyone local: there’s a brand new Disney Junior Play Zone at the Menlo Park Mall! We visited it last week and the kids had a blast. They didn’t want to leave. Here’s why I loved it too and we’ll definitely be heading back frequently: 1. It’s a great place to get out energy: Like most… Read More

Four Seasons Scottsdale: The Perfect Spot for a Parent’s Getaway

Four Seasons Scottsdale: The Perfect Spot for a Parent’s Getaway

A few months ago Grammy came to watch the kids and Tom and I escaped for a Parent’s Getaway. It had been four years since we last went on vacation without the kids and the first time we left all four kids. When we went on our first Parent’s Getaway four years ago we said “we have to do this… Read More

10 Tips for Visiting Great Wolf Lodge

10 Tips for Visiting Great Wolf Lodge

By Lyla Gleason Having an only child can be tough for a water park getaway so we started a tradition of bringing along my daughter’s “vacation brother.” Last year we went to Sesame Place and this summer we headed off on a close-to home getaway to Great Wolf Lodge, Poconos, NY. I knew the kids would love the non-stop activities… Read More

Easy Disney Crafts: Two Fun Mickey Crafts for School

Easy Disney Crafts: Two Fun Mickey Crafts for School

By: Ali McNulty Want to make back to school even more fun? Try out these easy Disney crafts! These two Mickey crafts are fun for school and also for birthday parties. Mickey Pencil Cup Supplies: Glitter pencil cup (available at Michaels/local craft store) Black glitter foam sticker sheet Yellow glitter foam sticker sheet Glue   Directions: Cut a strip of… Read More