The Importance of Staying Hydrated

The Importance of Staying Hydrated

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Whether it’s through an article we’ve read, advice from a doctor, or from family members; we know that we should stay hydrated. This is particularly important during the summer months. But is staying hydrated really that necessary? Well, yes- actually it is. The human body can go longer without food than it can without water. That right there tells me that staying hydrated is important. And today, we’re going to talk about the importance of staying hydrated and why it really does matter. I’ve never been one to always take my own advice. Even when it came to important things like getting enough water every day or at least making sure that I was monitoring my fluid intake. I’ve gotten better with this habit as…

25 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in July

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Christmas is less than six months away. And while that may seem like a long time, and in actuality it is, before we know it December will be here. I’m not in any rush to have it come, believe me. But Christmas is definitely one of my favorite holidays. That’s why I’m not above finding a reason to celebrate Christmas in July. To me, it feels like celebrating the best of the holiday without all of the hustle and bustle that normally surrounds Christmas. While I’m not suggesting that you to get all of your Christmas decorations out from the attic (or wherever you choose to store them), it might be fun to do a little bit of decorating to really get in the mood….

Simple Homemade Cleaning Products

Simple Homemade Cleaning Products

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Cleaning does not have to be expensive, and believe it or not- cleaning doesn’t have to involve harsh chemicals, either. In fact, you can easily make homemade cleaning products using items that you may already have around your house. This is one of my best tips when it comes to home organization and cleaning. And even if you don’t, one of the best parts about these cleaning products? You can buy them, often in bulk, saving you money in the long run. You can be both frugal and green by making your own cleaning products or using common household products. Frugal Homemade Cleaning Products * Use vinegar to clean windows and disinfect surfaces. You can mix it half and half with water, and it will…

Easy Bathroom Organization Tips

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One of the most used common rooms in many households is the bathroom. Because of this, sometimes it’s easy for a bathroom to get cluttered and messy with every day use. One way to help combat this is by having a more organized bathroom with these easy bathroom organization tips. And for an uninspired homemaker like me, easy tips are always some of my favorite tips. One area to start with is the counter top if you have one. Bins can be used to hold personal items like toothpaste, hairbrushes, combs, etc. And you can easily have one bin per family member for storage purposes. By storing these items underneath the counter in cabinets, you can also keep them out of sight when they aren’t…

7 Tips to Try to Prevent Your Toddler From Hitting
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7 Tips to Try to Prevent Your Toddler From Hitting

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Toddlers are full of surprises. Chances are one day, if it hasn’t happened already, your precious little love bug is going to haul off and hit someone. It might even be you. All of a sudden your delightful child has become a boxer in training.  Don’t be too surprised when it happens. It’s normal and will happen with most toddlers. Here’s how to stop your toddler from hitting. 7 Tips for How to Stop Your Toddler From Hitting 1- Don’t make it a game. Almost all toddlers hit. They don’t have the communication tools they need to express themselves, and eventually frustration or even curiosity will turn into a hit. When they hit someone, whether it is an adult or a child, immediate action is…

Mommy Camp for Toddlers: Numbers

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Welcome back to another week of Mommy Camp for Toddlers! This week, we’re going to focus on numbers. Learning about numbers, much like the alphabet, takes place in the every day situations. For example, something as simple as counting cheerios or just reciting numbers 1-10 or 1-20 or 1-5 … can have a lasting impact and form a solid foundation. But, the point with mommy camp is to keep it informal and let learning happen as it will. Don’t try to force any of this and when your toddler is showing signs of boredom, take a break or stop all together. Is there a right or wrong time to introduce numbers? I say no because it’s like any learning opportunity. It doesn’t have to happen…