Tips & Tricks Archives - The Chirping Moms

Easy to Pack Beach Toys

June 2, 2025

Whether you are flying to a beach destination or packing the car and trying to save space, here’s your guide to easy to pack beach toys. When I think of beach toys and activities, I think of loading up a wagon and pulling it down to the beach. That’s great if you are in a beach house for the week… Read More

Gift Guide: My New Favorite Place to Shop

November 19, 2023

Have you shopped Quince yet? I kept seeing ads on my Social Media and one day swiped through to check it out. I was surprised by the prices and since I was on the hunt for some solid color sweaters figured i’d give it a try. So if you too have seen the ads and wonder: Is Quince good quality… Read More

Adventure Checklist Printable for Kids

April 19, 2022

I recently created this fun Free Printable Adventure Checklist for Kids. I’ve been traveling with kids for the better part of a decade but this past year has been different. I am traveling with a couple “big kids” and it’s really cool. The boys are still very much “little kids” but the girls can read, write and have all kinds… Read More

50 Free Summer Activities for Kids At Home

July 5, 2021

Summer is finally here! During this time, we don’t have much choice but to spend a lot of time with our kids at home. We must keep the kids entertained for these months and present them with fun indoor activities or outdoor games for the summer days. Spending the day doing nothing makes the kids go bored out of their… Read More

Amazing Deals for Hershey Park this Summer

February 22, 2020

Hershey Park was one of my favorite places I ever visited as a kid. One of our best trips there was when my grandmother took all of us one summer. From the rides and chocolate to spending time in the pool, it’s one of my best memories with her. We’ve taken our kids twice now: once in the spring and… Read More

Family Travel: 8 Family Friendly Spring Break Ideas

February 17, 2020

By: Lyla Gleason, Globetrotting Mommy Now that winter is winding down, its time to start planning those spring breaks. From city getaways to water parks and historic hot spots, I’ve rounded up several destinations sure to please every traveler in your family for a whole list of family friendly Spring Break ideas. Family Friendly Spring Break Ideas Spring Break Picks… Read More

Little Passports: Unique Gift for Kids that Love Science and Travel

September 6, 2019

This is a sponsored post. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. By: Courtney Byrne Two things that are tricky: finding educational toys and activities that the kids want to do and finding new and unique gifts to give. This summer we spent a lot of time with Little Passports and I’m happy to say they… Read More

Big Bend National Park with Kids

July 31, 2019

By: Tavia Carlson, www.bigbravenomad.com Big Bend National Park is one of my all-time favorite National Parks to visit with kids. The park’s enormous size provides so many opportunities to explore different landscapes. From the Chihuahuan Desert to the Chisos Mountains to the Santa Elena Canyon to Boquillas Overlook; Big Bend National Park cannot be missed. Every visitor to Big Bend… Read More

How to Organize and Pack for the Kids for Vacation

July 26, 2019

By: Annie Malone of Home of Malones How you pack on a family vacation or road trip can make or break the memories you have. Digging through bags to find your toothbrush or your child’s swimsuit can cause stress and arguments. I have never been this organized when I pack kids for a trip before, but we were headed to… Read More

RV Rental with Kids: A Great Way to See the National Parks

July 12, 2019

Did you know that 4th graders in the United States get free entry to all of the National Parks? And that they can bring their family along for free? Starting in September, we’ll have a 4th grader for over 2 years. Then a couple more 4th graders a few years later. We’re planning to visit as many National Parks during… Read More