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17 Must-Have Travel Toys For 2 Year Olds: Road Trip & Airplane Approved

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Finding travel toys for 2 year olds can be tricky. They can’t have small pieces, they need to be compact, and they preferably won’t drive you insane either.  This post is all about travel toys for 2 year olds that will make your next trip a breeze!  This post contains affiliate links.  What Is An […]

Sibling Room Sharing: How to Make it Work (And Why It Can Be Great)

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At first, the thought of sibling room sharing honestly scared me! I was convinced that none of us would ever get a good night’s sleep and my kids would be fighting all the time. But, it was so far from the truth and two years later sibling room sharing has actually been a completely beautiful […]

15 Creative Recipes to Enjoy Eating Dates for Labor

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Eating dates for labor has shown to shorten labor, reduce the need for induction, and have greater cervical dilation at hospital admission. So, while eating dates every day might feel like a drag, eating them might just prevent your labor from dragging on. This post is all about finding ways you can enjoy eating dates […]

Marriage After Kids: The Good, The Bad, & Our Best Advice

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Marriage after kids is completely different. Having kids gives you more logistics to handle and less time to spend together with just the two of you. As a result, your physical intimacy often suffers and it’s easy to become complacent about the emotional distance. Trust me, we get it. We have had three kids over […]

20 Diaper Bag Must Haves To Save Your Sanity (+ A FREE Diaper Bag Checklist)

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It took me years and many sticky situations to determine what items truly were diaper bag must haves. I slowly learned what things I was missing and what things were just adding extra unnecessary weight to carry. This post is all about the diaper bag must haves that will save your sanity and a FREE […]

DIY Monster Truck Party Ideas

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These monster truck party ideas are simple, inexpensive, insanely fun, and even will create practical toys your kids will love playing with well after the party is over! This post is all about monster truck party ideas to help you decorate, feed your guests, and create incredibly fun activities without spending a fortune! This post […]

9 Reasons You Need to Order This Built in Toddler Toilet Seat

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If you’re trying to decide between a mini potty, separate potty seat, or a built-in toddler toilet seat, I’m here to tell you all the reasons why I think you’ll love this built-in toddler toilet seat! This post is all about why I’m completely obsessed with our built in toddler toilet seat and think you […]

How to Build a DIY Monster Truck Arena for Under $25

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My four year old is completely obsessed with monster trucks so I decided to make my own DIY monster truck arena! I found a way to make it better and cheaper than the ones I found on the market. This post is all about detailing everything you need and every step to make a DIY […]

How to Throw Your Child an Unforgettable Birthday Party on a Budget

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Throwing your kids a birthday party on a budget takes careful planning and a whole lot of discipline. But, I assure you that it is possible. It’s all about timing it right, choosing the right food, carefully thinking through decorations, and staying focused on who it’s all for. This post is all about helping you […]