Probiotics: An Easy Way to Boost Your Gut Health

You’ve probably heard of probiotics and that they’re great for your gut health. But do you really know what a probiotic is, or why taking a probiotic supplement

FEND Off Unhealthy Air

Even though we can’t see it, the air we breathe affects our health. Polluted air can cause difficulty breathing, flare-ups of allergies or asthma, and other lung problems.

Tips for Helping Siblings to Communicate vs. Fight

Conflict is a natural part of life and part of our human make up. While conflict can happen during any stage in life, it seems to be very

Teaching Kids Financial Literacy with Mazoola

Is financial literacy a top goal you have for your kids? Now is the time to start teaching them. It doesn’t take being a financial professor or working

5 Tips for a Stress-Free Family Move

With moving comes lots of new memories – new home, possibly a new city or state, new friends, new school, new work opportunities. But moving is also extremely

Circle Home Plus Sets Parental Controls Across All Your Kids’ Devices

In an age of technology, it gets harder and harder for us parents to keep our kids safe online. Of course, we all want our kids to be

Explorer Academy Book Series for Young Readers

Is your family in need of a good adventure? While we may not be able to physically travel like we want to right now, it doesn’t mean adventure

Gifts That Bring the Family Together

Whether you’re holiday shopping or just looking for something to bring the family together for a night, there are plenty of gifts to help you with your mission.

How to Boost Your Family’s Immune System During the Holidays

The holiday months are a busy time for everyone. As early as October we start planning Halloween events, family gatherings, holiday parties, all kinds of memory-making fun. In

Fun Christmas Jokes for the Family

The holidays are all about spending time together with your family. And the best thing to do with family, is laugh. These funny Christmas jokes will even turn

7 Fun Christmas Games for the Whole Family

Setting up a few fun Christmas games during the holidays is a great way to bring the family together. Whether you play throughout the month of December or

Tips for Keeping Up With a Busy Family Schedule

Do you get stressed just thinking about everything on your family’s daily schedule? I certainly do. One person goes here. Another goes there. The kids have activities scheduled

Reading to Your Toddler: Who-What-When-Where-Why

You hear it all the time…it’s important to read to your child. But reading to your toddler isn’t as easy as it sounds. Are some of these phrases

1st Annual Backyard Summer Games

This summer has been a little tough for me as far as coming up with ideas for having fun and making memories. We’re not able to get out

Family Fishing Along the Sanibel Causeway Bridge

Surrounded by so much water, it’s no surprise Florida is a hot spot for fishing. Within driving distance of our home is Sanibel Island, where earlier this month

How to Save on Electronics for Back-to-School

Let’s face it…this year, Back-to-School looks different for everyone. Because of that, our shopping habits look a little different too. My kids’ school supply lists aren’t full of

Baby Shark Party Ideas

Has Baby Shark taken over your home? The catchy Pinkfong song and fun shark characters have definitely hit our home. My youngest son recently turned 2 and deciding

Energy-Burning Indoor Family Activities

Spring is here and there’s no shortage of outdoor activities to get your family involved in. But what about indoor activities for those rainy days, or when it’s

Disney On Ice Mickey’s Search Party: Hertz Arena (Giveaway)

Get ready Southwest Florida! It’s time for more Disney magic in our very own backyard. Disney On Ice Mickey’s Search Party is coming to Hertz Arena March 27-29

How to Help Your Child Succeed in School

As a parent, you want your child to succeed in school. Truth is, they can’t do it without you. Academic success starts and ends at home. If there’s

Toy Story Movie Night Ideas

When you’re looking for an inexpensive way to make memories with your family, movie nights are an awesome idea. And you don’t even have to leave home! Our

Weekend Family Milk Moments

Simply said, weekends are the best time for family. The kids are out of school, mom and dad are off of work, and the schedule is clear (most

2019 Guide to Holiday Gifts for Kids

Need a little gifting inspiration this holiday season when it comes to the kids’ gifts? This guide will help you cross the little ones of your shopping list!

15 Trendy Holiday Toys on Amazon

I know I’m not the only one who does their holiday shopping online. There’s no easier way to eliminate Christmas shopping stress, and Amazon is my go-to for

Get Your Kitchen Holiday Entertainment Ready

Is the holiday gathering at your house this year? If so, you can expect your kitchen to get a full workout, plus some. Follow these tips to get

Speech Delay in Children

Wondering if your child has a speech delay? It never crossed my mind that my daughter may have a speech impediment until after her 3rd birthday. Now, she’s

Heated Gift Ideas for Cozy Winters

We all know someone who is always cold (maybe that person is you). Make their day with a heated gift and give them the cozy winter they deserve.

Sonic Boom Limited Edition Gift Set + PS4 Game Giveaway

It’s always a good day when I can relive fun times from my childhood. One of my favorite childhood memories? Playing Sonic the Hedgehog on my uncles Sega

Combating Germs During Flu Season with Desert Essence

It’s October, and that means a full month of spooks and scares. To set the mood, let me tell you a two word scary story. Prepare yourself… Are

How to Find Local Events in Your Area

Do you ever see your friends or family attending fun local events that you literally had no idea were even happening? That was me. Or at least it

ZURU’s Hottest Holiday Toys for 2019

If there’s something consistent about my gift-giving during the holidays, it’s that ZURU is always somewhere on my list. Now, I know it may seem a little early

Soccer Mom Must-Haves for Game Day + Printable Checklist

My son has been playing soccer for over 4 years, but last year was our first experience with real games against other teams and attending actual tournaments. Up

How Living in a Historic District is Relevant for Lasting Memories

There comes a point in adulthood (most of the time), when you’re ready to plant yourself and your family, and grow together in one area. Why not do

Disney’s Frozen Party Ideas + DIY Elsa Hair Braid

I know I’m not alone when I say my daughter is obsessed with Frozen. For her, it became an obsession well after the movie had come out. But

How to Spot Your Next Memory-Making Adventure

Have you caught the travel bug? If so, I know just how it feels. I love to travel with my family, but sometimes it’s hard to determine where

The Power of a Travel Agent in My Pocket

Let’s talk vacations and travel in general. Sometimes I just want to get away with the family and make memories somewhere new. It sounds good and all, but

Octonauts: Season 3 Watch Party + Beach Treats (Giveaway)

“Octonauts, to the launch bay!” When Captain Barnacles calls, the Octonauts know they better get there fast. But this time, it’s not an underwater emergency. It’s time for

Working from Home Means More Quality Time with My Family

Did you know that I used to work in Health Information Management (HIM) while getting my undergrad degree? In fact, after working with medical records, I switched my

How Kids Can Help Clean Up After Making Memories in the Kitchen

Making memories in the kitchen can get messy, really messy. When I cook with my kids (and even sometimes by myself), there’s a good chance there’s going to

How Memories are Made in the Kitchen

Growing up I have lots of memories of spending time in my grandma’s kitchen. My mom worked two jobs most of my childhood, just to keep a roof

Charter Fishing Boats: A Fun Family Adventure

When you live in Florida, there’s no doubt that some kind of memories will be made in or on the water – a trip to the beach, a

Hot Dots Jr. is a Great Speech Therapy Tool for Preschoolers

Yesterday, I shared about the one-on-one time I was able to get with my oldest son this past week. Today, I’m sharing how I also spent some time

Summer Fun Took a Slightly Gross, but Educational Turn

Summer is coming to an end for many of us, my family included. We’ve been trying to squeeze in all the last minute summer fun we can and

We Almost Forgot the Back to School Fuel

Are you in a tizzy trying to get your child ready for back to school? New school supplies, backpacks, clothes, shoes, athletic gear… and the list goes on.

Making Memories at PAW Patrol Live!

Last night, my family had the chance to experience PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, here in Ft. Myers.

Chuck E. Cheese + CAULIPOWER = Fun for Everyone

As the summer winds down, we’ve been trying to get in some last minute fun before my son heads back to school. Yesterday, we spent our Freestyle Friday

Flying Through Summer at DEFY Fort Myers

We are officially past the halfway point of summer break and this Florida heat is killing us. It’s hard to spend any substantial amount of time outside without

PAW Patrol Live! is Coming to Ft. Myers + Ticket Giveaway

“No job is too big, no pup is too small!”… something I hear daily in my house, and considering our favorite PAW Patrol pups are making their way

Tasty Tuesday with Harlow’s Harvest

Since summer started, I’ve really been trying to organize some kind of weekly schedule to keep my kids engaged and learning. While some days haven’t really worked out

DINO-mite Birthday Party Ideas + Printable Banner

Earlier this month we celebrated our last first birthday. Yeap, our last kiddo turned 1. Since this was our last first birthday I knew I had to make

Free & Almost Free Summer Fun for Kids

Summer’s here, now what? The kids are out of school, they’re bored of course, vacation isn’t for another month or so (we don’t even have a vacation planned),

THE LEGO MOVIE WORLD at LEGOLAND Florida

It’s not often we let our son skip school, but when we do, we go to LEGOLAND! If you’re a fan of LEGOLAND Florida, I’m sure you already

Making Memories at Disney On Ice + Video Sneak Peek

If you follow me on social (I hope you are!), then you know that over the weekend we kicked off spring break with a trip to Hertz Arena

Highlights: Still Shaping the Minds of Kids After 70 Years

Do you remember Highlights™ magazines? These were really popular when I was a kid. I remember seeing them at school, doctor’s offices, and I’m pretty sure I had

Slow Cooker Pizza

My kids love helping in the kitchen and you may not realize it, but there is always something for them to do, no matter what age they are.

Used Toys Donation Letter from Santa

When the holidays roll around and I start planning gifts for my kids, I look around my house and wonder where the heck they are going to put

LEGOLAND Florida: Know Before You Go

It finally happened! After living in Florida for 15 years (yes, there was almost a 2 year hiatus when we lived in New Jersey, but 15 years total

When Reading Practice Becomes Sibling Bonding Time

When you have one kid who loves to be read to and one kid who’s learning to read, reading practice becomes a great time for sibling bonding. Even

All Hail the Queen of the Medieval Times Lyndhurst Castle + Giveaway

If you’re a member of the royal court, then you already know that Medieval Times in Lyndhurst, NJ has a new ruler – Queen Dona Maria Isabella. That’s