The Chirping Moms

Add A Little Joy with a Door of Hearts

Add A Little Joy with a Door of Hearts

We really enjoy Valentine’s Day at our house. From the crafts to the treats and parties we love to celebrate a holiday all about LOVE. I’ve seen this done a few ways over the years as a way to make kids feel special at Valentine’s Day: covering their door with hearts with messages. I decided instead of me writing out… Read More

Fun Valentine’s Day Finds for Tweens

Fun Valentine’s Day Finds for Tweens

We love Valentine’s Day in our house. The world can use all the love we can share. Also… this is a holiday I don’t find girls grow out of wanting to dress for, celebrate, etc. This week’s Friday Favorites are some of my favorite finds around the web for Tween Valentine’s Day.  We’ve found pjs, socks, shirts, hair accessories and… Read More

7 Easy Family Recipes

I added a bunch of these recipes to this month’s “month of meal ideas checklist”. These are meals I make often and just know how to make. I often share them via text with friends and I figured it was time to put them all in one place. Everyone can always use more easy weeknight recipes for families. These are… Read More

New Year’s Eve Activity for Kids: FREE Printable

New Year’s Eve Activity for Kids: FREE Printable

Anyone else getting a little Winter Break cabin fever? It’s about 10 degrees outside here and we haven’t gotten out of pajamas in days. The kids are having a blast with all their Christmas gifts but also driving each other a little nutty and me! I made this New Year’s Eve activity for kids last night. It’s a free printable… Read More

A Polar Express Party

A Polar Express Party

Back when Maggie & Alex were in preschool, we had a Polar Express play date one December morning. It was one of my favorite Christmas parties (see that party post here). This season I decided to throw a Polar Express party for Tommy & Miles and a few of their cousins and friends. Here’s all the details!  Polar Express Party… Read More

American Girl Gift Guide & Coupon Code

American Girl Gift Guide & Coupon Code

There are only a few days left to order your American Girl gifts to get them in time for Christmas! I’m sharing a few favorites this year including some really fun finds you may have missed on the site. Plus there is an awesome American Girl coupon code good through the 13th. Check out the gift guide below and load… Read More

Using Cricut for a Fun DIY Ornament Project for Tweens

Using Cricut for a Fun DIY Ornament Project for Tweens

This post was sponsored by Cricut. The holidays are officially here and you might be on the hunt for some fun projects to keep the young ones entertained and also make this season more memorable for them. Check out these fun DIY ornaments for tweens! I have been making crafts with my girls during the holidays since they were toddlers…. Read More

Special Photo Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Special Photo Gift Ideas for Grandparents

  If you’re looking for the perfect gift for grandparents this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. If there’s one thing all grandparents love, it’s photos of their grandchildren. I’m sharing a few fun photo gifts you can have the kids make to display their photos.    A DIY photo gift just adds to the sweetness of the grandparents.  Look… Read More

Visiting Amelia Island

Visiting Amelia Island

Earlier this month we visited Amelia Island with the kids. It was honestly one of the best kid friendly spots we’ve ever visited and somewhere I can’t wait to return to. There’s something for everyone on Amelia Island and great for all ages. It has a rich history that you can experience at every turn and share with the kids…. Read More