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September 1, 2025 by: Marla

Our Screen-Free Morning Basket Routine

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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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May 31, 2025 by: Marla

Ultimate Guide to Busy Bins for Toddlers & Preschoolers

preschool busy bin ideas

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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December 15, 2024 by: Marla

My Daily Winter Break Routine with 3 Kids 

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 routine for kids (toddler through school-aged). This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. I don’t know if this is just me,

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September 17, 2024 by: Marla

Fall Preschool Activities at Home

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Inside: Easy Fall Preschool Activities you can do at home with your toddler! Sensory play, learning activities, fine motor work and more! This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. If you’ll be at home with your toddler or preschool-aged child this Fall, these simple activities will be a game-changer for your daily routine. Being at home with a toddler

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July 16, 2024 by: Marla

Preschool Bento Box Lunch Ideas 

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Inside: Starting preschool this year and no idea what to pack for lunch? These easy preschool Bento box lunch ideas will be your new go-to ideas all school year long!  This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. Is packing lunch for kids a full-time job?  Because sometimes it kinda feels like one 😀 That being said, one thing

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May 31, 2024 by: Marla

What to Include in a Toddler Morning Basket 

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Inside: My go-to supplies for putting together toddler morning baskets. I’m sharing my favorite supplies from Amazon + what you can use around your house! This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. Morning Baskets have become one of my absolute favorite mom hacks to share with you. When used as part of a predictable morning routine, it can

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April 11, 2024 by: Marla

My Daily Summer Routine with 3 Kids 

my summer routine with 3 kids

Inside: Ready for the kids to be home for summer? Instead of wondering “how do I entertain my kids all summer?” I’ll show you how to create a predictable (but fun!) daily summer routine for kids (toddler through school-aged). This post may contain affiliate links. You can read our full disclosure policy, here. Routines AND summer?  I know it sounds crazy but if you’re here

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10 Spring Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers (Indoor & Outdoor)

Inside: Today we’re sharing our go-to Spring Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers. Whether you need ideas for indoor activities or outdoor activities, we’ve got you covered with these simple … [Read More...]

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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 … [Read More...]

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