the elf on a shelf: a great way to get your kids ready for xmas
What family traditions like writing to Santa do you hold in your family for the holidays? Last year, I received this elf in the mail from my sister-in-law. I had no clue wha
product review: nosefrida snot sucker
Winter is here and that means more colds, sniffles and snot. Over Thanksgiving, my little guy had his first real cold. It sucked. For him of course, for us too. Seeing him
portable north pole: free personalized video from santa to your child
My sister in law did this for my niece last year and I thought it was so clever and cute! Here’s what she did it: She had her write her letter to Santa like they did every y
family holiday traditions to start in your home
I am all about starting family traditions in our home. I think having traditions is such an important way to stay close with the family and a chance to teach your kids how importan
how organizing your toy room helps children learn and keep it tidy
Do you have those days where your toy room/area looks like it just exploded? I have had those days and its been so hard getting my kids to clean up their toys and their toy area! I
fifteen ways to de-stress during the holidays
Step outside and breathe. Take a deep breath, allow fresh air in – does wonders to re-energize and re-focus. Make a list, prioritize and just work on one task at a t
our favorite family movies
We hope you had a fantastic Thanksgiving and are still able to continue the fun into the weekend enjoying family time together. We sure are…from sharing meals together, spend
time for bed…a great bedtime book for all kids
Happy Thanksgiving!!! I was out shopping for books for Ayven and came across this book called “Time for Bed” by Jane Dyer. I had never heard of it before but the
mixed vegetable pilaf(khichdi) made in a pressure cooker
How many of you know what a pressure cooker is? I know not many of you use it as often as it should be used because its a life saver! A friend of mine didn’t used to use one
recipe: pumpkin mask
In the spirit of all things pumpkin during this holiday season, I want to share an easy pumpkin facial mask recipe that you can make at home. I promise!! This is the last pumpk