The Chirping Moms

Introducing Edward Louis: A Birth Story

Introducing Edward Louis: A Birth Story

We introduced our sweet little 5th baby into our family last month. Edward Louis arrived on March 9th. He’s spent his first 6 weeks home with just the 6 of his family members getting love and snuggles around the clock. Edward, who we call Teddy came home the day before we all “came home” indefinitely. Today I’m sharing how he… Read More

A Fun Staycation at Home for Kids

A Fun Staycation at Home for Kids

Today started our Spring Break. We didn’t have big plans this year, knowing a new baby would join our family just weeks before. Still, I could tell my kids were feeling a little down about being stuck at home the whole week of Spring Break, after being home the 3 weeks before too. Also, the past week, as the virus… Read More

Fun Family Snack Ideas

Fun Family Snack Ideas

This is a sponsored post for Juicy Juice, all thoughts and opinions are my own. Something that has been really nice about this time of quarantine is eating all of our meals together. Even snacks are the whole gang of kids together – something that rarely happens because they’re all at school. It’s nice having all 7 of us around… Read More

5 Superhero Crafts for Kids

5 Superhero Crafts for Kids

Looking for ways to entertain your superhero loving kids? These 5 easy superhero crafts are a lot of fun!   Easy Superhero Crafts for Kids  1.  Superhero Shield (This one is well-used & well-loved!) Directions:  Paint a paper plate black.  Let dry.  Add superhero stickers.  On the back, use packaging tape to glue a paper handle on made out of… Read More

Enter for a Chance to WIN American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year: Joss

Enter for a Chance to WIN American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year: Joss

This January, American Girl launched their Girl of the Year: Joss.  My girls and I are really excited about this year’s doll. We love her cool outfits and accessories for surf & cheer, her adorable puppy and most of all her story. From learning about partial deafness to the importance of trying new things. This year’s Girl of the Year… Read More

Baby Registry Must Haves: Baby Favorites 2020

Baby Registry Must Haves: Baby Favorites 2020

I’m excited to share an updated Baby Registry Guide, some baby favorites and what we’re finding to be the best of baby for 2020. We’ll be updating on social media as we use and find more baby favorites over the next few months when our newest bundle of joy arrives. I didn’t register this time around… because 5th baby… but… Read More

On Parenting for a Decade

On Parenting for a Decade

Today we celebrated Maggie. It’s her 10th birthday. It’s really hard to believe we have a 10 year old child, double digits, a whole decade. The years have absolutely flown by, just as everyone told me they would. It’s incredible to look at your child the day they are born, nothing  like it in the world. But it’s also really… Read More

Pregnancy: 3rd Trimester

Pregnancy: 3rd Trimester

I really can’t believe that today marks 38 weeks and 4 days. Baby could basically arrive at any minute. My first 4 were all late though, so I keep thinking I have a “bonus week or 2” to get ready. I’ve had 2 babies born at 41 weeks and 2 babies born at 42 weeks. I would be super surprised… Read More

Family Travel: Boca Grande with Kids

Family Travel: Boca Grande with Kids

Looking for Spring Break ideas? Click here for lots of info on Boca Grande Florida with Kids: https://travelwewill.com/boca-grande-with-kids/ You’ll find:  How to Get to Boca Grande, FL (and getting around) Where to Stay on Boca Grande Places to Eat on Boca Grande with Kids  Things to Do on Boca Grande with Kids