How to Survive the Recorder Instrument and Maybe Even Like It – A Parent’s Guide

October 15, 2018 by Marissa Leave a Comment

The Recorder Instrument

Learn how to survive the recorder instrument and maybe even learn to like it. (This post contains affiliate links.)

How to Survive the Recorder Instrument- A Parent’s Guide

They don’t mention the rite of passage that is recorders in parenting books. I mean, what is your first instinct when you find out your child needs the recorder instrument for school or is sent home with one?

If your first instinct is dread, you’re not alone.

Many parents share that feeling, including myself, even though we ourselves remember bringing the recorder home as kids.

I remember when my son came home with the recorder instrument from school in 3rd grade.

“Mom! Listen to this! *SQEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAKKKKKK*. Isn’t that awesome?!” [Read more…]

How to Run Errands with a Toddler and Still Stay Sane

September 28, 2018 by Marissa 1 Comment

How to Run Errands with a Toddler

Learn to Run Errands with a Toddler and Stay Sane

You’re picking up ingredients for a birthday cake, dropping off packages at the post office, heading to the school to get your second grader, and your toddler is screaming in the back seat the entire time.

Does it sound familiar? Maybe your adorable toddler decides to throw a massive temper tantrum on the floor of the post office as you try to mail your packages.

Why won’t my toddler behave? What’s wrong with him/her?

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Healthy Chicken Soup Recipe That is Perfect for Cold and Flu Season

September 24, 2018 by Marissa Leave a Comment

Healthy Chicken Soup Recipe

Learn why this chicken soup recipe is so healthy!

Whenever I felt ill as a child, my mother would make me some of her homemade chicken soup. I can still smell the hearty aroma of the healthy soup wafting through the house. Topped with a dash of grated cheese, it was the perfect thing to help lift my spirits and soothe any aches and pains that came during cold and flu season.

There’s nothing like a bowl of homemade chicken soup during the fall and winter to make you feel better, am I right?

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How to Handle a Toddler Temper Tantrum in Public Without Losing Your Cool

September 20, 2018 by Marissa Leave a Comment

How to Handle a Toddler Temper Tantrum

How to Handle a Toddler Temper Tantrum in Public

I remember like it was yesterday.

We had to shop. I needed to get toilet paper and other essentials. At the time, I had two of my oldest kids with me, who were then four and two years old. It was the usual challenge, but nothing I couldn’t handle. Little one in cart, big one following next to me in the store.

We went to Target, the store we visited at least once a week. It was really busy: parents and grandparents scrambling to get things for Easter, others there to get their essentials, like me. [Read more…]

Wee Blessing Review: Very Affordable Kids Clothing Subscription Box

August 31, 2018 by Marissa Leave a Comment

Kids Clothing Subscription Box

Wee Blessing Review: An affordable subscription box for kids.

Have you ever tried a clothing subscription box? You fill out a style survey, hope your stylist finds clothing that meets your style preferences and budget, try on what they send, and return what you don’t like.

Did you know there are kids clothing subscription boxes? Imagine having someone else shopping for your kids! No need to bring them to stores and go crazy trying to find something they’ll wear! [Read more…]