The After-Show Monster

The battle against the electronic world is real. It is real for adults, but it is especially real for children. TV shows, movies, music, games, there are so many options for kids to drain hours of their day on an electronic device. Now, even schoolwork or homework is the reason. Children live in a digital world, and this cannot be good or healthy. What did kids do all day a hundred years ago? How did we reach a point where we feel as if electronics are vital to our daily hap

Hannah

Oct 6, 2025

The Best Climbing Toy

In a previous article, I wrote about the importance of climbing and how great it is, not only for a child's physical development, but also for their cognitive development. If you are interested in reading that article, it can be found here . Today, I want to write about our favorite climbing toy. The climbing dome. My mother-in-law bought this for us when my eldest was two-years-old. It has survived the past six years and a move from one house to another. My children play on

Hannah

Sep 22, 2025

Toy Organization Tips

Toys, toys, and more toys! After having five kids in six years and many well-intentioned, gift-giving relatives, I was swimming in children's toys. For the sake of my mental health, something had to be done. I researched, I learned how other moms organized their homes, and I spoke with my mom. Peace and Order. These are two principles that my mom believes ought to be prioritized in a home. What my mom and I have both experienced is that with peace and order in the home, both

Hannah

May 15, 2025

Just Build a Fort

Did you ever build a fort as a child? Some of my favorite memories are with my siblings, as we built forts in the living room with every blanket we could find in the house. As a mother, I initially had a hard time allowing my children to do this because it just meant a mess for me to clean up later. Do not make the mistake that I did in being afraid of messes. Mom has told me over and over, "Life is messy, and it's ok." Well, it turns out that she is right. I have grown as a

Hannah

May 15, 2025

Spring Fun for Children

Ah, spring! This is probably my second favorite season next to fall. By the time spring rolls around, I am tired of the snow and the cold and ready for some good, strong sunshine! My children love to be out in the spring with all the rain and mud. Quality rainboots and umbrellas are probably some of the best investments that I ever made for my children, mostly because the children use both items DAILY during the spring season. Aside from splashing in all the mud puddles, thes

Hannah

May 15, 2025

Winter Fun for Children

Baby, it's cold outside... and the motivation to go out is hard to find. I give myself goals for getting my children outside because it is incredible for their physical and mental health, and mine as well. Typically, I try to have us spend at least an hour outside in snow, rain, or shine. It is always well worth it! But what are you to do once you are out there? Here are some of our go-to winter activities: Food Coloring in the Snow —Purchase condiment bottles from the grocer

Hannah

May 15, 2025

Summer Fun for Children

We love being outdoors! Whether it is in the mountains or in our own backyard, I love finding something creative for my kids to do! Here are some fun summer activities that take little to no preparation and have kept my children busy for hours: Butcher Paper Painting —String out a long section of butcher paper (however long you think your children will use.) Lay it on the ground or tape it to the fence and let your children go wild with washable kid paint and brushes. To make

Hannah

May 15, 2025

Following Through with Consequences

It's been a struggle lately. I keep clashing with one of my children. No matter what I say, she does not listen until I raise my voice. Not to mention that her sassy attitude mirrors that of a 13-year-old, and she is only six! I never wanted to be a shouting parent, and the dynamic between her and me only causes me to dislike myself... Time for another chat with my mom. On one of our frequent "walk and talk" outings, I brought this issue up to her. Pretty soon I was crying. I

Hannah

May 1, 2025

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