DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. Additionally it should be noted that I freelance for one of the companies, Alex Brands, which is mentioned in this post. Any opinions expressed on these items are solely my own and not that of my employer. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Kids as young as 2 can start to understand the basics of game play, strategy and rules through card and board games! Our family has been enjoying game play with our girls for a few years now and are slowing building our collection of classics and new favorites. Keep reading to check out our list of 12+ favorite card games and board games for 2 - 5 years old. Every parents should already realize this but I want to reiterate that the age listed on these games is always just a guide. Some kids need more time to be ready for a certain game while others can play them at a much younger age! Each child is different in their ability, attention span and comprehension so do what's best for your child! Candyland – This classic board game is the first one our list as it was the first we owned and loved by both girls ... Continue Reading...
Holiday Gift Guide for Newborns to Kids Age 4
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Raise your hand if you're already thinking ahead to the holidays and the gift giving craze! If you're like me and trying to cross things off ahead of time and have to shop for kids from newborns to age 4, then this post is one to scroll through! I've already previously shared posts showcasing my kids' favorite items through the ages that have been loved by both my girls. Today I've complied those posts so you can be one step ahead of the holiday season! Unlike other holiday gift guides you'll see this season, this one is made of products my family actually uses and loves. You can tell this from the photos below showing Brielle growing right before your very eyes! Hailey followed right behind loving all these same items at the same ages and I was happy to pass them along to friends and their daycare when they outgrew the ages. From arts and crafts kits to educational games to favorite toys and safety items, you'll find tons of gift ideas for kids newborn age to age 4. Click each of ... Continue Reading...
Road Trip Travel Tips and Activities for Kids
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. Additionally it should be noted that I freelance for one of the companies, Alex Brands, which is mentioned in this post. Any opinions expressed on these items are solely my own and not that of my employer. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Long road trips and airplane rides with kids are never fun but the destination is usually worth it! On a recent road trip from New Jersey to North Carolina, I packed the car with all sorts of activities, crafts and goodies to keep my 3 and 5 year olds entertained. Here’s what I packed, how I set up their seats and tips to make the trip as enjoyable as possible! I’m happy to report than while we did pack our Amazon Fire for this trip, we ended up not needing it for our car ride travels (as after 8 months of owning it, they still have never used it in the car!) Instead I filled their time with pointing things outside the car, singing and the below road trip activities! If you're not planning a road trip soon, use this as a guide to add some items to your kids holiday wishlist or throw them in your Amazon cart ... Continue Reading...