Getting Your Baby Outside

With springtime on its way, here are some ways to get outside and enjoy the weather with your little one.Blankets and BallsWhen my first daughter was a baby, we spent afternoons outside on a outdoor blanket. I would bring a few small toys, just usually balls. We would play with...

Tags: Infants, Toddlers

End of School Gifts for Your Childcare Team

It’s springtime, and I think it’s a great time to thank your kids caregivers, especially if your kids schedule is changing for summer. Here’s a few great ideas to let them know how much they mean to your family.Self-careFind out where they get their hair or nails done and give...

Tags: Preschoolers

Have You Tried Stashers?

  I recently purchased my first Stasher, which is similar to a plastic zipper-seal bag, but it’s way better. Not only are they better for the environment, but Stashers are made of food-grade silicone. That means they can be washed in the dishwasher and reused, and they can also be...

Babywearing During the Warm Months

  I have a furnace of a child, she is always hot and sweaty, even in winter. At the bottom of Illinois, we have a surprisingly high level of humidity to go along with our summer heat. Making it gross outside for a lot of the summer, and for a...

Tags: Babywearing