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National Parks with Kids: Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor

July 18, 2019

By: Megan Scanielo We have vacationed in Maine the last two summers and much like everyone said, you start south in Kennebunkport or Oguinquit and love it so much that you want to explore more and keep “going up”. They were right. So our family of 5 made the trip from New Jersey to Bar Harbor last August and we… Read More

How to Make Straw Rockets

July 17, 2019

Today I’m sharing one of our favorite simple STEM activities: easy straw rockets. These are really fun! These are great for all ages. Little kids think it’s a blast to see the rocket shoot off the end of the straw. Bigger kids can spend time “designing” and coloring the paper rocket for the end and can also learn more about… Read More

DIY Rope Rainbow

July 17, 2019

By: Lexie of Lexsentials Today I’m sharing the details of how I made the DIY rope rainbow in Parker’s nursery because so many people have asked and I want YOU to be able to make it too before your baby arrives…or not for a baby! I always wanted to make this but never had the time. I told myself that… Read More

Summer Toy Favorites & Amazon Prime Day Deals

July 15, 2019

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

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

Family Travel: Panama with Kids

July 11, 2019

By: Sarah Tucker Our trip to Panama was so much fun! I still can’t get over how much it has changed, and how beautiful Casco Viejo has become. We actually used to live in Panama, if you’ve been here for the long haul you may remember that. This time though was a very different experience, with kids! We loved… Read More

A Birth Story: Parker

July 9, 2019

By: Lexie Allman of Lexsentials I am finally ready to share my birth story. I needed some time to let it settle in. I will start by saying, it did not go as planned. I always envisioned my birth a certain way. I wanted it to be “natural” which I now refer to as “unmedicated” and was inspired to do… Read More

Summer Meal Planning: Farmer’s Market Meals

July 7, 2019

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

July 2, 2019

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

Dressing for the Sunshine: 5 pieces to create the perfect sun-safe outfit!

June 29, 2019

By: Kristin Orr Summer is officially here, which for most is all about fun in the sun! As a mother with small children, having “fun in the sun” comes after dressing my kids head-to-toe in sun protective wear that is both cute and safe from harmful rays. Last summer, my son was too small to wear sunscreen or really hang… Read More