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September 10, 2025 by: Marla

Community Crockpot Challenge (Fall Instagram Series)

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This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here.  The Community Crockpot Challenge has to be my new favorite thing to come out of my IG stories! We love a good challenge and this is the perfect one to try this Fall. You guys submitted your favorite slow cooker recipes to make in September & October and we narrowed it

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September 1, 2025 by: Marla

Our Screen-Free Morning Basket Routine

screen-free morning basket routine

Learn how to create a screen-free morning basket routine that works for your family. Practical tips to start your day with connection, learning, and play.  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. The most requested thing in my Instagram DMs: morning baskets!  Your most common questions recently have been: If you’re just joining the morning basket group chat,

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June 30, 2025 by: Marla

Everything I Meal Prepped for My Family of 5 This Week

everything I meal prepped for my family of 5 this week

Inside: Steal my easy family-friendly meal prep plan! Realistic, healthy ideas for Sunday meal prep for my family of 5.  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here.  I’ve been sharing my weekly meal prep on my Instagram for a while now and many of you have asked for a more permanent place for all of my ideas… So

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May 31, 2025 by: Marla

Ultimate Guide to Busy Bins for Toddlers & Preschoolers

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Inside: everything you ever needed to know about busy bins all in one place! How to make preschool busy bins, plus ideas for toddlers, quiet time, and more.  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. Basically, if I can put it in a bin, I will 😀 Morning baskets, car bag, quiet time bins, busy boxes, you name

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April 26, 2025 by: Marla

Smart Storage & Organization Ideas for Summer with Kids

smart summer storage and organization ideas

Inside: these genius storage & organization ideas for summer will keep all of your kid’s things organized all summer long!  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here.  Summer is here and it’s time to get organized! I know summer and organization don’t exactly sound like they go hand in hand, but as a mom of 3, I thrive

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March 16, 2025 by: Marla

The Ultimate Guide to Play Dough (Recipes, Storage & Activities)

the ultimate guide to all things play dough

Inside: All things play dough, all in one place! Get my easy recipes for homemade play dough, how to organize & store your supplies, plus simple activities for toddlers and preschoolers. This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here.  Love it or hate, play dough is one of the easiest sensory activities to have on hand.  I get that

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February 10, 2025 by: Marla

Our Favorite Store-Bought Gluten-Free Snacks (Toddlers & Kids)

our favorite store-bought gluten-free snacks

Inside: Our family’s favorite store-bought gluten-free snacks! Healthy, allergy-friendly snack ideas, great for lunchboxes and more! This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here.  Disclaimer: this post is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.  Our Gluten-Free Journey It’s important to note that no one in my family has Celiac Disease, so if that

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My Daily Winter Break Routine with 3 Kids 

Inside: Ready for the kids to be home for 2 weeks? Instead of wondering “how do I keep my kids busy over Winter Break?” I’ll show you how to create a predictable (but festive!) daily winter break … [Read More...]

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What I Fed My Family This Week (Kid-Friendly Meal Ideas)

Inside: easy, healthy, kid-friendly meal ideas from my family of 5 AKA what I fed my kids this week. If you’re in need of ideas for quick breakfasts, healthy snacks to lunches & weeknight dinners … [Read More...]

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