The Chirping Moms

Summer Toy Favorites & Amazon Prime Day Deals

Summer Toy Favorites & Amazon Prime Day Deals

Lately, a number of people have reached on on two topics: wanting to know about fun outdoor toys and also if we had any Amazon Prime Day picks. I’m combining the two topic because I realized that a number of our current favorite toys are ON SALE for Prime Day. I’m not a pro as this is the first Amazon… Read More

Summer Meal Planning: Farmer’s Market Meals

Summer Meal Planning: Farmer’s Market Meals

By: Andrea Westervelt Farmers markets are back open around the country, and while it is so exciting to have access to fresh local produce and hand-crafted foods, sometimes it’s overwhelming to know how to turn that food into an actual dinner! My family shops at a LOT of farmers markets doing delicious research for Farmspread.com, so I have several go-to… Read More

Firecracker Hair Ties: Easy DIY Patriotic Hair Bows

Firecracker Hair Ties: Easy DIY Patriotic Hair Bows

We love dressing in red, white and blue for patriotic holidays! The week before Memorial Day our preschool has a little parade around town and then on Memorial Day the town has a big parade! We have always done to watch and now that the kids are getting older, their sports teams and scout troops march. Then, 4th of July… Read More

The Bella Bean: An Interview with the Ladies Behind the Brand

The Bella Bean: An Interview with the Ladies Behind the Brand

Over the past year, it’s been a pleasure getting to know the ladies behind the children’s brand, The Bella Bean. I’ve share their clothes, gifts, sales, etc on the blog and social media. Today it’s time to share a bit more behind the scenes and introduce you to the women behind The Bella Bean: Kelly and Marisa. Enjoy this interview… Read More

New Jersey Summer Bucket List Adventures: Free Printable!

New Jersey Summer Bucket List Adventures: Free Printable!

New Jersey is home to great family-friendly amusement parks, roller coasters, and zoos. Thrill-seekers and families alike will love what this city has to offer, especially during the warmer days. If you’re on the hunt for some fun adventures for your family trip, here’s a New Jersey bucket list for you! It’s a beautiful place to visit and there are… Read More

Simple Science: Will it Sink or Float?

Simple Science: Will it Sink or Float?

Looking for an easy science activity? Today I’m excited to share this sink or float free printable. It’s fun one that is great for all ages. It can be a quick activity or if you’re looking for something to keep them busy this summer, you can add lots of items to “test”. There are 2 versions you can download and… Read More

It’s National Best Friend Day!

It’s National Best Friend Day!

Did you know June 8th is National Best Friend Day? So grab your bestie and enjoy the day!  We enjoyed Spring Break with our friends this year and got some great photos of this crew of friends in their matching dresses from our summertime favorite Mer St. Barth. For more on this awesome line of dresses (for girls and moms… Read More

A Guide to Santa Margherita and the Italian Riviera with Kids 

A Guide to Santa Margherita and the Italian Riviera with Kids 

By: Courtney Byrne I loved traveling around Italy with my kids. We saw so many awesome places and I would repeat the entire trip in a heartbeat. But if I had to pick my favorite spot the entire month of travel, I would pick Santa Margherita. I wanted to visit a beach while we were in Italy because it was… Read More