The Stay-at-Home-Mom Survival Guide

Starting a Garden: Simple Steps to Starting a Homestead in Your Backyard

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:01:58 +0000

We are fully into homestead life since we settled on our little farm E6 Acres Farm. The love of homesteading and farming all started years ago with learning the steps to starting a garden in our backyard. It really is the first step to starting a homestead in your backyard. I have some resources to […]

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4 Best Opalite Necklaces for a Minimalist Jewelry Collection

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:16:17 +0000

You can have a jewelry collection full of beautiful pieces and still feel like something is missing. The problem is often not having too few options, but having too many necklaces that look too similar, feel too noticeable, or do not work easily with everyday outfits. That becomes especially frustrating when you’re trying to build […]

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6 Overlooked Places to Clean in a Tiny Home

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:46:43 +0000

When it’s time to clean your home, your eyes usually go straight to areas like the kitchen counters and the living room floor. However, tiny homes have a few sneaky corners that can hide dust and grime. Since tiny homes have less space, dirt in one area can make the entire home feel unkempt. A […]

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Make It Rain Model for Kids Science Learning the Water Cycle

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:09:30 +0000

Teach kids how the water cycle works with a model that can be set up in your kitchen. Kids get to observe and understand more concretely how the water cycle works and what is actually happening during each stage. This model for kids learning the water cycle helps them see it. Model of the Water […]

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9 Ways Busy Parents Can Make Winter Dog Walks Easier

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:55:34 +0000

Winter can already make a simple dog walk difficult enough without adding school runs and trying to keep up with a busy schedule. The fix isn’t complicated, though. You just need a plan to be adequately prepared. A few small habits can make the walk quicker to start, easier to manage, and more comfortable for […]

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Family Command Center Smart Calendar: NO Subscription Needed

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:54:09 +0000

I have seen the digital smart calendars rolling out, but with all the other expenses of raising children, a wall calendar that requires a subscription was not on my list. We just need to streamline. There is an app subscription for everything, but I found a smart calendar for our new family command center wall […]

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10 Best Washable Rugs for Pet Owners That Resist Stains and Odors

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:26:48 +0000

Living with pets means accepting a little extra fur, muddy paw prints, the occasional accident, and plenty of everyday activity. While these moments are part of the joy of having cats and dogs, they also mean choosing home furnishings that can keep up with an active household. One of the easiest ways to make life […]

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Make Your Own Letter Tiles for Spelling Practice

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:17:04 +0000

Letter tiles are a necessary tool for teaching spelling in a hands-on way. We start using letter tiles when my kids are in preschool. They each learned to spell their names with homemade letter tiles. These are two ideas for making your own letter tiles. I originally shared this idea after seeing a similar idea […]

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Make Your Own Fossil: Science Curriculum for Kids

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 22:59:11 +0000

Making your own fossil is easy with this science kit for kids. We have loved all three experiments that came in our Generation Genius Science kit. If you missed our first experiment reveal, you can view the science kit for kids review. In this fossil experiment, included in the same science subscription box, my son […]

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What Parents Should Check Before Choosing Slip-On Shoes

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:51:25 +0000

School mornings, family outings, and quick trips become easier when children can put on their shoes without constant assistance. Slip-on styles support growing independence, but convenience should never replace a careful review of fit, support, construction, and intended use. Parents should examine several practical details before selecting a pair for regular wear. Some children may […]

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