6 Tips for Kid-Approved Food

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Never say never.  Never ever.  I’m breaking my own rule right now.  See.  It’s not a good idea to make grand declarations.  Want to know what one of my own was?  Well, pre-children, I declared I would never-ever make special food for my kids.  You’re laughing right now, aren’t you?  What vows did you make…
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Moms Demand Action: An Editorial Guest Post

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***This is a Guest Post by Suzanne Rallis Conway.  The opinions stated are not necessarily those shared by our staff, advertisers, or sponsors… although if you know me (Katie), you probably know what I think about this… (Hint… I liked the facebook page)*** On December 14th, 2012, I wept. I hugged my kids a little…
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The Perfect Picnic in Six Easy Steps

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*Don’t miss the $100 Harris Teeter Gift Card giveaway at the end of the post!* My mother got on my case the other night about not sharing the same experiences with my second son that I have with the first.  Awesome.  I needed some more mom-guilt in my life, but she was right.  In year’s…
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5 {Proven} Travel Tricks for Road Trips

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By Kendra Thornton *** Road trips are great ways for families to bond with one another and create shared memories, but for many moms the thought of traveling with small children can be overwhelming. Following are five travel tricks for road trips tips (save that five times fast!) that should help get you started on…
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Summertime Fun: Get Out and Play!

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By Guest Blogger, Laura Sieckmann from www.ecomomadventures.com As most modern day families contending with never ending To-Do lists, it at times seems impossible to achieve anything beyond making sure the kids are fed and bathed. It is Summertime, the perfect time to make an excuse to put cleaning the windows and calling the tree trimmer at…
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My Very Own BubbleBum Review + Giveaway

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Let’s play a game of “Would you Rather!” Would you rather pick Option A or Option B? I pick Option A.  I’ve sworn I will not own a mini-van.  Nothing against all you mini-van drivers.  I get it.  Really, I do.  I’m sure it makes your life easier.  Especially if you have more than two…
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Moving with Children: Unpakt Makes it Easier! {+ Unpakt Promo Code!}

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It’s official: the house is on the market.  Anyone looking for an awesome home in South Charlotte? Give me a buzz. I’ve got the home for you!  I’m hoping we’ll find a home that will replace my sadness for leaving this house that I’ve become so fond of.  When we do, the stress of not…
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The Hatching of Jesus

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Kids are so freaking cute.  And say the most amazing things.  I was terrified and awestruck by my child’s curiosity in our recent chat about Divorce, Sex and Death.  Apparently, we forgot to talk about Jesus, though.  So I was thrilled when tonight at dinner, Graham pipes up… Graham:  ”At Sunday School in Pennsylvania we…
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My Very Own Pinterest To-Do List

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I figure most of us are lovers of Pinterest.  I happen to be an addict.  I find inspiration to make my life brighter, happier and more delicious.  The only problem… Sometimes my pins get buried in my boards never to resurface again.  So, I thought I’d go through some of pins and pull out a…
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Helluva Spring Break

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It’s been one helluva week.  Yep.  Spring break.  Holy crow.  There needs to be a warning sent home with kids the last day of school before Spring Break.  It should say something like: Ya know? Ok, seriously… it’s been a tough week.  I still have regular work and responsibilities.  My nanny has been out of…
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Dear Will: On Your Second Birthday

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Dear Will, Oh sweet boy.  You are two.  When I look at you today, sporting a bow-tie and blazer, you could be 15.  But to me, you’ll always be my baby.  My baby that can house five pancakes.  My baby that clings to me during swim lessons.  My baby that shouts “Ah-wah Bah!”  (Translation: All…
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Top Five List: Reasons to Host a Playdate

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We’re bring back the Top Five list.  Fridays are great for lists, if you ask me.  It’s time to get to the fun stuff.  No lengthy posts, no concentration required.  We’re gonna be brief, be bright and be gone!  Our Top Five lists can represent your favorite (or least favorite!) anything… Have one to share?…
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