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Category: Pregnancy & Parenting

Spring Bucket List Printables

child splashing in puddles with yellow rain boots

I look forward to spring like no other person I know. Winter is LONG in Wisconsin. Spring is when I reemerge and agree to go outside again. Let’s take advantage of warmer weather and have some outdoor fun. List all the activities, events, etc you want to accomplish in the new season. You’ll find free printables below to help you create your own spring bucket list.

Valentine’s Day Books for Children

covers of Valentine's Day picture books

This year we requested a number of Valentine’s Day children’s books from our library. There were a few books I didn’t end up including on this list because the stories focused on fighting or being upset someone liked them. Instead, I wanted to feature books about love and the activities surrounding Valentine’s Day (parties, making cards, etc). I will continue to add books to this list over time that both my toddler and preschooler love and make me read over and over and over.

Toddler Beach Essentials

sand pail and shovel stuck in sand and a child's legs walking on the beach

A day at the beach with a toddler can be so much fun or a complete nightmare. It depends on how prepared you are! Here are a number of recommendations to bring with you to the beach to ensure your toddler is safe and happy. We use these beach must-haves on an almost weekly basis in summer. Don’t plan a trip to the beach with a toddler without these essentials.

Wild One 1st Birthday Party

Wild One balloons and jungle animal balloons behind beverage and cake table

We recently threw a joint first birthday party for my daughter and my nephew (who were born only a day apart!). When brainstorming for the theme of the party we knew we needed a gender-neutral theme and wanted to keep it very inexpensive. “Wild One” met both criteria and was a smashing success. For ideas and tips on throwing a Wild One 1st birthday party keep reading!

She’s Here! Blake’s Birth Story

newborn at hospital