Your child is going through something difficult and wallowing in misery. Or maybe it’s you that is having a rough time and feeling sorry for yourself. Perhaps you’ve said or been told :…
Family Conversation Starters – Self Care
We hear all the time how important it is to open up the lines of communication. Communication improves relationships with partners, friends, & coworkers; but we can’t forget that it also improves our relationships with our children. Taking the time to have a genuine conversation with your child can be so much fun & so insightful! It also helps to build up a great family bond, which is why we are offering a few family conversation starters to go a long with each curated collection of content….
Free Christmas Coloring Pages
The holiday season is not always easy on families – especially families with little kids! There are a lot of dinners, parties, church services, and other times where the expectation is for kids to sit still. As a parent, you probably already have a bunch of great tools in your keep-your-kids-occupied-toolbox, but don’t forget about the one tried and true method… coloring! I have created 30 free Christmas coloring pages to help keep the kids entertained wherever you are.
Feel free to use these Christmas coloring sheets in your classrooms, have them available at parties for your little guests, or keep them handy in your purse for whenever you need them! It is always amazing how something so simple can help so much 🙂 And for even more Christmas fun, check out this Recycled Penguins craft!
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30 Free Christmas Coloring Pages
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2019 PA Family Expo Post Show Wrap-Up
A Huge Thank You to every sponsor, vendor, attendee, and volunteer that helped to make the 2019 Pennsylvania Family Expo a huge success! Scroll down to see photos from the event.
The expo spanned over 30,000 square feet and featured over 50 local and national businesses. Exhibitors showcased their incredible products and services, and provided exclusive opportunities for the attendees! With a focus on toddlers, elementary aged children, teens, parents, and beyond; this show offered something fun for everyone! There were lots of free giveaways, raffle items, exclusive sales, samples, interactive opportunities, live entertainment, and so much more!…
Halloween Candy Solutions
I am a mother to 2 young girls, and I am also a dental hygienist. As you can imagine, oral health is promoted big time at our house! I want my kids to heave healthy eating habits, and healthy teeth; but I also want them to experience the classic events of childhood – including Trick-or-Treating! Keep reading below for my favorite Halloween Candy Solutions!
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3 Tips to Save Money on your Halloween Costume!
This time of year has everyone thinking about Trick-or-Treating, fun fall-themed parties, and lots of other enjoyable outdoor activities! Chances are that you will be in the market for a new costume. With the holidays soon approaching, I felt inspired to share a few helpful tips to ensure that you save money and don’t stress!
This article is written by Angie Englerth
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3 tips to save money on your Halloween Costume
Work with what you have
Look around your house and see what you can put together with what you have! The two costumes in the photo below were put together using pieces that they already had! In the hunter and fox image, big sister is wearing baby brother’s sweatshirt!
Make Something
Get crafty! Check out Pinterest if you need ideas or tutorials. There are so many ideas out there, and they don’t have to be pricey or difficult! This sweet mama made costumes for her kiddos when they wanted to be a marshmallow and an owl!
Check your consignment shop
Consignment shops are full of costumes this time of year! This is a great way to snag a costume for your kiddo at a fraction of the cost! Better yet, consign last year’s costume for a credit toward this year’s! Now that is really saving money!
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I am Angie, a wife and mama to two sweet little boys! I’m a portrait photographer in Lancaster county capturing the journey to and through motherhood. I believe that women look the most gorgeous when pregnant and I want them to feel the same way about themselves. My goal for each maternity session is for mamas to realize just how beautiful they are. I also enjoy capturing little ones while they are still little. All the details of newborns, from the tiny toes to the milk bumps on their nose, are my absolute favorite!
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Fall Activities for Teenagers that Encourage Independence
There is something wholesome about Fall fun that seems to allow teenagers to connect with friends in fun and safe ways. Many fall activities offer a great opportunity to allow your teenager some independence that will build life skills and mutual trust along the way.
You might have an older teenager who grabs the keys and heads out the door to events and activities. Or you might have a younger teenager where you still go to events and activities together, but you can give them some freedom once you get there… Either way, below are some fun ideas to suggest to your teenager and their friends for this Fall season:
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With Greenlight, your child gets a debit card that you can control at all times through a smartphone app! You can limit your child’s Greenlight card to specific stores, you can add money (or remove money) from your child’s Greenlight card right from your app, and you get notifications about your child’s spending. More info included below!
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7 DIY Fall Wreaths
Halloween Treats Don’t Have To Be Scary: Three Ways To Keep Your Family On Track With A Healthier Halloween
Don’t let added sugar spook you this Halloween. Between school parties, and evening trick-or-treating, your child will inevitably indulge. However, there is no need to fear! Keep reading below to find out how to keep your children’s appetites, and health, on track this Halloween. …
11 Unique Pumpkin Decorating Ideas
Pumpkin decorating is so fun, and a nice carved pumpkin is always appreciated and enjoyed! But sometimes I like to mix it up and get creative with my kids and their friends. Below are a few of my favorite unique pumpkin decorating ideas and photo inspirations. Several of these I have tried, and several are on my “to-do” list for this fall.
Happy Crafting :)…