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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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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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Add Hygiene Essentials to Your Teen Boy’s Back-to-School Checklist

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:10:45 +0000

The back-to-school experience is always presented as an organizational sprint: new backpack, new shoes, a bunch of notebooks, perhaps a fresh haircut. It’s all practical. Parents tend to focus on the visible stuff that can be bought, photographed, and checked off as complete. And the first weeks of school have a way of revealing one […]

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Snacks So Good Your Kids Will Actually Eat Them (And You Might Steal a Few Too)

Jaimi Erickson — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:01:11 +0000

Kids can sniff out a fake “fun snack” faster than you can say “organic.” They’re unimpressed by those brown rice crackers you toss in the cart because you feel guilty about goldfish. If your kids are anything like mine, they want something that’s easy to grab, tastes like an after-school treat, and doesn’t require an […]

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Creating a Study Schedule for Stay-at-Home Moms Returning to School

Jaimi Erickson — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:50:58 +0000

Returning to studies after becoming a stay-at-home mom is a huge step. It can be challenging to juggle children, housework, and studying simultaneously – but it is still possible if you have a good plan. In this article, we’ll look at how to make a study schedule that fits your style. Study Schedule for Stay-at-Home […]

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School Year Organization That Works

Jaimi Erickson — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:41:56 +0000

Are you a fan of summer ending or wish it to go on forever? The heat these last few weeks has made me long for cooler temperatures. Although, I am not quite ready for the Fall rush to begin. I want to soak up a bit more of the relaxed summer schedule. I know it […]

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Planning for the New School Year

Jaimi Erickson — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 23:04:51 +0000

As I approach the first day of school, I do not want to let fear and anxiety lead me. I am focused on a systematic approach to our school year. These 5 tips help me with planning for the year ahead-any year. Balance can still be reached when we take a smart approach to each […]

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Back to School Lunch Ideas

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:47:59 +0000

Now that summer is over and the kiddos are back in school (yay!) making sure that they have healthy food (which they will actually eat) is a whole new area that we moms have to tackle. #thestruggleisreal These back to school lunch ideas are a hit in my house. Back to School Lunch & Breakfast Ideas […]

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Spend Less Time in the Kitchen for a Balanced Lunch for Kids

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 07:00:30 +0000

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Eckrich Deli Meat. Lunch is a meal of the day where my kids generally get free choice about what to eat. It helps me spend less time in the kitchen so I can sit with them and eat too. Only one child actually likes […]

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Back to School Fun for Toddlers

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:45:17 +0000

I know, toddlers don’t really go to “school”. Back to school fun for toddlers means they play and learn, and interact with mom and dad to learn life lessons. Toddlers are able to soak up so much learning! They get excited to explore new activities and places. That aspect of toddlerhood makes the temper tantrums […]

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