Looking for the best back to school backpacks? I did the research for you! Backpacks are a necessary school item (long gone are the days of tying your books up with a burlap rope). They need to accommodate more than just a few books, notebooks, and pencils. Kids take more and more things to school …
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Character back to school backpacks are available everywhere this time of year, but do you know what you are getting? When you see these bags in the store, are you impressed with the quality? If you’re like me, you are far from impressed with the quality. Will you purchase them anyway? I did. My oldest …
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This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Your Holiday Travel Packlist Whether you are traveling to escape the cold or to visit family during the holidays, the first step to a successful journey is a …
On busy weeknights, I rely on my crockpot. Let me guess, your house runs the same way when the schedule is full? Usually I have some spare time in my mornings to assemble the meal and prep ingredients. But last week was jam packed. So I was struggling to get dinner on the table. I …
Planning on taking your toddler to Disney World? Here are 8 things you need to know before you go if you want to prevent meltdowns from ruining your family vacation! Taking a toddler to Disney World is a great way to spend your family vacation. I’ve met many moms who say “but they won’t remember …
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With the summer coming to an end, book bags will be replacing beach bags and the jam-packed days of school, extracurriculars, and sports will be filling up the calendar. Before you know it, the holidays will be here, adding even more things to your growing to-do list! It’s more important than ever to stay organized …
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It happens almost every day to us moms. Those small (and sometimes big!) dilemmas leaving us in the lurch. What we wouldn’t give for a few products that make our lives easier, right? Well, we’ve rounded up 6 perfect solutions to just about every mom dilemma! Check them out, then read on for a chance to …
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Mornings don’t have to be a struggle. With these easy back to school morning routines, you’ll be out the door before you know it. Check them out! Let’s be honest – getting back into the swing of the school year is tricky. Going from sleeping in to needing to be up and at ‘em in …
This back to school post is sponsored by Boscov’s. All opinion are our own. Have you started your back to school shopping yet? I’m always so late to the game. Every year, I swear I’ll get started earlier, then end up rushing out at the last minute! Last year, I was literally bouncing from store …
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It’s time to say goodbye to summer and get kids back into the school mindset! I know it’s not easy, but we’re sharing our top five favorite parenting tips to help you do it! Summer is coming to an end quickly and your kids have had the time of their lives during their vacation. Now …
Heading off to university but don’t know what to bring beyond the basics? We’ve gathered up seven must-have gear for college freshmen, and I bet there are at least a few on the list that you’re forgetting! If you’re getting ready to go off to college (or a parent sending your teen off), you probably …
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Get a head start on your fall shopping and grab the coolest back to school supplies for all ages before they’re sold out! We’ve rounded up our top picks from K-12! Let’s check them out! Can you believe it’s already time to start shopping for back to school supplies? Every year, I make the …
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It’s raining. You have dropped the kids at school, and you are hurrying home in the car. There are dishes in the sink; maybe you need to pop to the grocery store. A million chores are running through your head and the rain is really coming down. As you drive towards the bus stop you …
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Introducing your child to preschool can be overwhelming for kids and parents alike. It’s especially hard on kids with SAHMs who aren’t used to going to daycare already. It’s very helpful to prepare your children as much as possible for the changes that lie ahead on the big day. I’m sharing some of the parenting tips …
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Can you believe that it’s almost September? I have to be honest, I am so behind on buying back to school supplies! I haven’t even bought a single notebook yet, and my son starts back on August 29th. I don’t even have his class list! Like always, I thought I had so much more time. …
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This post is brought to you by Fruit of the Loom. All opinions are our own. Back to school season is such a bittersweet time for me. On the one hand, I’m so sad that summer is coming to an end. I’ll miss the freedom of waking up late, jumping in the car for a …
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After reading the many debates about the pros and cons about school uniforms, it is hard for any parent to decide where they stand. There are many cases made for students wearing uniforms in public schools but are we trying to take a one size fits all approach to bigger issues. Let’s take a look …
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Do school uniforms reduce bullying? Today we’re going to take a look at some of statistics, as well as arguments for and against uniforms to find out if strict dress codes really do protect kids. To understand whether school uniforms reduce bullying, we have to understand why kids get bullied in the first place. Bullying …
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There’s simply no better feeling than opening up a personalized gift at Christmas from your friend, coworker or loved one. However, when it comes to shopping around for the perfect personalized gift for your colleague, family member or significant other, pinning down the best possible place to purchase such a gift online can be quite …
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It is the start of a new school year which means lice prevention might be on your mind. I know it seems to be flooding my Facebook newsfeed! Thankfully we have yet to have an issue, but there are some precautions you can take to help prevent a lice infestation. Schools and daycares are a …
The back to school shopping madness has begun! I’ve been going crazy trying to find THE coolest backpacks, lunch boxes and folders for my 10-year-old son. It hasn’t been easy, since he’s at that age where he wants “cool” but not “character cool,” if you know what I mean. One thing I’m grateful for, though, …
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It is getting to be that time of year again, the kids go back to school and this year you want to be organized and have a bulletin board. Life would be blissful, everything would be organized and everyone would get along swimmingly and the kids would never fight. Back to reality! I know an …
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During back to school season, not only do your kids need to have the right back to school clothes, right books and book bags this year, but these Must Have Back To School Apps For Students are a new addition to the supply list! While not every student has access to a smart phone or …
You may have noticed that we’ve been working hard to get you ready for back to school season! Over the past month we shared everything from the cutest school fashions to tips for moms going back to school. We just love making your life easier, which is why we’re happy to present your complete guide …
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Looking for back to school backpack safety tips Read on! Every school year the struggle to teach your children about responsibility and safety crops up. Whether they are being dropped off each day by you, or riding the school bus with their friends there are certain precautions everyone should take to help stay safe. This …
It’s time to get your kid excited for the year with adorable back to school supplies. For some children, new and cute back to school supplies are more important than back to school clothes. These children want the cutest, coolest, most unique supplies they can get their hands on. I think I found them. Actually, I’m pretty …
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A new back to school lunch box is always a must on our school supply list. Next to the backpack, the back to school lunch box is one of my kid’s favorite items to pick out. If you are looking for a safer product for your family, you need to check out ECOlunchboxes. Their founder, …
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if you find yourself scrambling to find school supplies, but lack the funds to buy them, know that there are resources to find free back to school supplies. They aren’t always easy to find, and of course, this highly depends on location, but there are a few easy ways to find places that offer free …
Everyone looks for cheap back to school supplies, but there are a few places you can really look to find the best deal! With back to school shopping, there are many hurdles in sticking to a budget. It can be especially hard, especially during school shopping season, but with our tips you can stay in your …
In the debate over whether public schools should have uniforms, those in favor often claim that uniforms prevent bullying in school. After all, if everyone is wearing the same thing, no one can make fun of another child’s fashion choices, right? Let’s discuss how true that really is. Let me be honest up front, …
Chances are good you still take home groceries in plastic or paper bags but did you know they can be handy for back to school? If you are like our family, we have a whole stash of these bags that we save, as there always seems like a million ways you can reuse them. I …
Wondering what you can do with our Racer Urban sling bags? Mommy Kat and Kids thinks they’re just right for toting family gear and picking up small groceries on her bike rides! We loved hearing about how her son just started biking to the library! He used our Racer Urban sling bag to pick up …
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How to save on back to school shopping? A million dollar question? You just need some creativity and planning and you will save money on your back to school shopping. Yes, some back to school supplies can wrack up a hefty bill. If you are a thrifty parent looking for some tips to help you save money this season, …
You want your kids away from the televisions and off the game systems, but with record temperatures outside and some down time inside, you might be at a loss of things to do this summer. Your older children, however, will be interested in simple things like crafts for kids or coming up with their own …
Are you prepared for back to school? Are you ready? I’m not ready yet either, but I’m starting to get my plans together. Around this time of year, many savvy Moms and Dads start preparing for the first day of school. There are supplies to be bought, meals to be planned, and schedules to work out. …
