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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  • 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…

  • Red, White and Doable: Easy Fourth of July Activities for Toddlers

    Red, White and Doable: Easy Fourth of July Activities for Toddlers

    The Fourth of July looks magical in theory. Who doesn’t love sparklers, parades, and backyard barbecues? And then you remember you have a two-year-old who goes to bed at 7:30 pm and loses it when things are too loud. Here’s the good news: you don’t need to stay up until midnight to make the holiday…

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