Family Night Board Game Ideas from Asmodee Canada + #Giveaway
Summer vacation is over but the fun doesn’t have to stop! Family night just got a whole lot more competitive, entertaining and mobile thanks to Asmodee Canada and the board games they sent us over the summer. Here is a rundown of what we received and if you scroll to the bottom you will have the chance to WIN two random games that will make your family night more amusing. Go Cuckoo For the younger crowd of…
How to Cope with Night Terrors
Information on exactly what constitutes as a night terror, symptoms of night terrors, things to remember, triggers and most importantly what to do
Make Family Travel Fun with Books from Raincoast Books #Giveaway
The next time your family goes on a vacation (or a staycation) you’re going to want to bring along the three titles that we recently had the pleasure of receiving by Lonely Planet from Raincoast Books and here’s why: Brain Teasers Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, boat, car…heck, even a spaceship or you and the family are sitting in your accommodations of choice on a rainy day, Brain Teasers will help you keep the fun family vacation vibe…
31+ Not-So Scary Halloween Movies For Kids
DISCLOSURE: This post does include affiliate links which means I will be compensated if you make a purchase. Thank you! During the month of October, family movie night gets a little “hair-raising” around here. For us, the beginning of Fall marks the start of our “Not-So-Scary Halloween Movies for Kids” nightly marathons. We try to watch at least one Halloween movie a night. Sometimes we have to miss because of our busy work or school…
5 Ways to Prevent Pinworms
Now that the impending school year is upon us it’s time to start thinking about prevention. I’m not just talking about keeping the flu away or lice out of your house. No, there’s a common intestinal parasite that most of us forget even exists. Pinworms are small, thin worms that can live in the colon or rectum and the females usually come out to “play” when the infected person is sleeping, leaving a trail of…
Edible Keto Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
If you’re looking for a quick and easy snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt than this recipe for Edible Keto Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough is exactly what you need. It’s a single-serve eggless, gluten-free, low carb, keto friendly sugar-free dessert that takes 5 minutes to make from start to finish. Ingredients 3/4 c. heavy whipping cream 1/4 c. Erythritol sweetener (or low carb sweetener of choice) 3/4 c. coconut flour 1/2 c.…
5 Smart Questions You Must Ask During Parent Teacher Conference
Parent teacher conference is an important part of education. It is an opportunity for parents to discuss the progress of their child and get useful advice on education. But in order to have the dialogue with the teachers to be more productive, it is also important to ask them the right questions. Let’s check out top 5 smart questions that every parent should ask during a parent teacher conference. How to Get in Touch With…
How to Handle Separation Anxiety Before School Starts
Going to school is a big step for many kids. The first few years of school are filled with new and sometimes frightening experiences, and it can be hard to adjust to school for many kids which can lead to separation anxiety school stress when not properly dealt with. Fortunately, there are a number of simple things parents can do to help their kids get ready for school. Preparation for school should begin over the…
Learn Through Play with Professor Maxwell 4D Science Set & Chemistry Set #giveaway
We’re well over one month into and out of summer vacation and this mom is counting down the days. Aside from the constant fighting and Fortnite playing that’s been going on we’ve gone to the lake, went to the fair, visited with family and purged just about every room in our house. Needless to say, the kids have been pretty busy. However, August things seem to have slowed down a little - my husband is…
Relaxing DIY Stress Relief Bath Bombs
Disclosure: This post does contain affiliate links. Let’s face it, life and all of its curveballs can get the best of us – bills, work, kids, sometimes just everyday living in general – is enough to make even the most laid-back person become a basket of nerves. Mentally and physically things pile up, stress takes over and the next thing you know you’re in the middle of having a breakdown. In order to live life stress-free…