by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 21, 2017 | activities
My toddlers were interested in colors around 2 years old. They would point and ask what color something was in their curious way. It’s one of the simplest lessons to teach because we can share color names easily as we go about our day. “The stop sign is red.” “This...
by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 8, 2017 | activities
Our house was looking a little under-decorated for Valentine’s Day. Recently my friend, Jessie (Homemaking Tips contributing writer), came up with a really simple idea for a kid-made DIY Valentine’s banner craft that uses simple supplies. My school age kids can make...
by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 5, 2017 | activities, motherhood, motivation, parenting
Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Lisa} Often time’s people ask me how do I spend all of my time with the kids and not pull my...
by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 1, 2017 | activities, homemaking
Recently I was sewing a robe for my oldest daughter. She asked if she could help and said she wanted to learn how to sew. Before jumping in, I wanted to look for a project to help with teaching children to sew. As a child, I remember my mom sitting at her sewing...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 17, 2017 | activities
A simple activity for infants can completely change the way your day feels. If you are stuck at home or feel like you just need to break up the day and spend some focused play time with your older infant, a simple activity like this ice and muffin tin fine motor...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 15, 2017 | activities, motherhood
Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Heather} Have you ever noticed that when you have all your kids together the dynamic can be...
