Fun for Littles, Sanity for You

I’m a mom of two kids under five. When I became a mom, nobody warned me that a big part of the job is basically being a cruise ship director. So my team of fellow moms and I share practical tips, crafts, and activities. Because doable beats aesthetic every time.

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  • 5 Dollar Tree Busy Bag Ideas That Will Buy You 20 Minutes of Peace

    5 Dollar Tree Busy Bag Ideas That Will Buy You 20 Minutes of Peace

    If you’ve ever hidden in the pantry just to finish a work email, this one’s for you. I took a quick trip to Dollar Tree, grabbed a few random items, and turned them into five toddler “busy bags”. Busy bags like these work great for toddlers and preschoolers because they essentially love anything new. Nothing…

  • Paint Free Painting Activities for Low Stress Toddler Fun

    Paint Free Painting Activities for Low Stress Toddler Fun

    Paint and toddlers sound like a great idea until you are on your hands and knees scrubbing purple splotches off the kitchen floor. The truth is, toddlers do not need actual paint to experience the joy of creating art. They need textures, colors, and the freedom to explore. So what if your toddler could paint…

  • 8 Water Play Ideas for Hot Summer Days (Backyard Edition)

    8 Water Play Ideas for Hot Summer Days (Backyard Edition)

    When it’s simply too hot to go outside after 9 am (especially in the south where I live) water play is the answer. It’s simple, it’s cooling, and it buys you way more than the usual five minutes of peace. It’s mostly mess-free except an outfit change will be involved. Still, it’s a win and…

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