My social media detox
Over a month ago, I closed my social media apps, not realizing that I was about to begin my first social media detox. I didn’t actually think I was addicted, but my screen time numbers told me otherwise….
Motherhood
December Life Skills to Practice
Practicing life skills is important all year round, but during different times of the year, there are some skills that will naturally come up and be easier to teach. December life skills are filled with practical activities from…
Self Care for Stay at Home Moms
The stereotypical self care for stay at home moms looks like: going out to get a manicure, mom’s night out with the girls, solo shopping trip, etc. None of these things are bad, of course, but when moms…
Avoiding Burnout in Motherhood
As mothers, we are surrounded by the message that motherhood is something that needs to be survived. We’re constantly bombarded with voices that tell us motherhood is going to be overwhelming, busy, and exhausting. There are definitely seasons…
Easy Laundry System: get a handle on laundry
I used to be the mom with a huge pile of laundry on the church or bed. I used to feel overwhelmed and like I was never caught up on laundry. Can you relate?? But a couple years…
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Naturally Dyed Homemade Playdough
I’ve been making homemade playdough for years, but in the last few years, I’ve been experimenting with different ways to make naturally dyed homeamde playdough. This simple playdough recipe is quick and easy, and you’re likely to have…
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Nature Scavenger Hunt Printable
Now that it’s warming up here in Wisconsin, my kiddos and I are enjoying all the wildlife and plants that are popping up around us! I made a couple nature scavenger hunt printable pages for us to do…
Family | Health and Wellness | Life | Motherhood | Slow Living | winter
6 Ways to Boost your Mood Naturally
It’s been a doozy of a winter up here in Wisconsin, and I’m. Over. It. But whether it’s the never-ending winter, life circumstances, or potty training toddlers, sometimes your spirits just need lifting! So today I’m sharing six…
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Six Simple Swaps to go Plastic Free with Kids in the Kitchen
In my journey to making our day to day lives and our home more sustainable and having fewer toxins, I have been trying to free our lives of as much plastic as possible. There are many reasons to…
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Five Tips for Sewing with Young Kids Underfoot
I’ve been in a season of slow, simple sewing. Have you been in a season like this? I’m a homeschool mama with five young kids, including a toddler whose favorite pastime is coloring on the walls and climbing…