Do you relate to that mixed bag of thankfulness and overwhelm upon receiving an influx of gifted toys? A solution to toys piling up around the home, throughout the holidays and beyond: Toy rotation! You know that burst of excitement a child has upon receiving a new toy? They dive in, play hard, get lost in their own imagination…until an hour or a day or a week later, they’re over it. Well, it turns out there’s a cure for that, too: Toy rotation!
Read MoreIf your preschool or school-aged kids love doing puzzles, this post is a must-read. I stumbled upon a puzzle hack that I’m excited to share.
Read MoreOnce in a while, I (Annica) like to share some of my favorite Amazon finds that make my life feel a little simpler and let’s be real, more aesthetically pleasing. So, here is my list of essentials for a simple sunny summer with tiny humans.
Read MoreJoin us in this year's Self-Care Christmas — the time of year when we gift ourselves an extra dose of happiness and healthy decision-making! Between all the winterizing, working against the darkness, and holiday prep, let us not forget to give ourselves the care we deserve. And, on that note, Merry Christmas to all — because when we take better care of ourselves, our people and our world feel it, too.
Read MoreThe thought of writing your birth story can be daunting. So I'm here to offer some strategies for getting started! Because truly, the benefits of writing your birth story make the dedicated time and energy entirely worthwhile.
Read MoreIt’s that beloved (but also….sort of dreaded?) time of year — holiday shopping season! Let’s breathe in relaxation…breathe out holiday stress…and open the Sprout and Blossom Holiday Gift-Giving Guide! A one-stop shop to improve your own wellbeing and that of your lucky gift recipients. *Cue happy Santa dance.*
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