The Chirping Moms

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

Summer Favorites for Girls

Summer Favorites for Girls

By: Jordan of Jordan & Co   Summer is my very favorite time of year, so I figured I share some of my very favorite items for the girls! Most of these things have been in rotation in our house for years and it doesn’t feel like summer without them! Hope you find them helpful as you kick start your… 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

20 Easy Luau Ideas for Kids

20 Easy Luau Ideas for Kids

Easy Luau Ideas For Kids Who’s ready for a luau?! I love using a luau theme for summer parties. Whether it’s an end of the school year bash or neighborhood bbq, it’s a fun theme. Today I’m sharing easy luau ideas for kids. There are luau crafts, snack ideas, games, decor and more. Enjoy and mahalo for reading!   What is… 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

Fun Patriotic Snack for Kids

Fun Patriotic Snack for Kids

By: Courtney Byrne  I had snack duty this week for preschool and wanted something patriotic since it was their last day of school before Memorial Day. For kids, an easy way to make a patriotic snack is combining strawberries, blueberries and marshmallows. Here’s how I used those red, white and blue foods to make a fun patriotic snack for kids:… Read More