8 Polish Easter Traditions and Customs for Kids

8 Polish Easter Traditions and Customs for Kids

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When we had the opportunity to explore Poland and Polish culture before, I knew that I had to expand on it somehow. I also knew that it was only the beginning when it came to studying world culture and geography. My 3 year old showed a great interest in that. So it would only be a matter of time before we did more exploration. With Easter coming up, we’re exploring Polish Easter traditions and customs. Do the Polish Celebrate Easter? Easter observances in Poland actually begin on Ash Wednesday, when pussywillows called in Polish “bazie” or “kotki” are cut and placed in the water. These pussywillow twigs are used later on Palm Sunday as “palms” to be blessed in the church, because palms are not…

First Birthday Party on a Budget

First Birthday Party on a Budget

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Are you overwhelmed with planning your child’s first birthday party? From the food, to the decorations, to the picture perfect first birthday party outfit; here are my best tips for creating a memorable first birthday party on a budget. Squeaker turned one year old in December of 2014. Kyle and I had already decided that we aren’t going to have a huge birthday party for her, mostly because she’s not going to remember. In all honesty, I think that first birthday parties are more for the parents and adults than the birthday child, but that’s just my opinion. Still, we did want to celebrate her special day, but we also wanted to do it without breaking the bank. As a one income family (or at…

These sensory friendly Valentine's Day activities are perfect for an indoor playdate or preschool.

Sensory Friendly Valentine’s Day Activities for Autistic Kids

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When it comes to planning holiday parties or even everyday activities for autistic kids, there’s a tendency to look for sensory friendly activities. This holds true when you’re planning a sensory friendly birthday party or just looking for an afterschool or school break activity. I want to start sharing some of my favorites with you and we’ll begin with sensory friendly Valentine’s Day activities. What is a sensory friendly activity? So you may be wondering just what makes a sensory friendly activity sensory friendly. Well, while I can’t say for certain; I look for the following qualities. It needs to be an activity that involves the senses. Sight Touch Taste (sometimes!) Smell Sound For autistic kids, some sensory activities may be preferred over others. For example, a sensory…

My Top Eleven Tips for Surviving a Pregnancy During the Summer

My Top Eleven Tips for Surviving a Pregnancy During the Summer

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Looking for a summer pregnancy survival guide? Sweet B was born in July, so I wasn’t pregnant for too long with her during the summer. Squeaker, on the other hand, was born in December. So I went through two full seasons being pregnant. There are definitely somethings that I miss about pregnancy and somethings that I don’t miss. Being pregnant during the summer was not always fun so I wanted to share my tips on motherhood for surviving a summer pregnancy. Some might seem pretty practical and general for getting through the summer. And if you’re looking for more pregnancy tips, don’t forget to check out my Motherhood Resources and Inspiration. My Top 11 Summer Pregnancy Survival Tips 1. My very first, and most important…

For me, an Easter egg hunt was always one of the more memorable parts of Easter. Here's how to plan an Easter egg hunt.

How to Plan an Easter Egg Hunt for Multiple Age Groups

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One of the most memorable parts of Easter, for me, was having an Easter egg hunt. Usually that meant having one at my grandmother’s backyard and one year I went to a larger Easter egg hunt when we were visiting family in Los Angeles. I still remember my younger cousin finding a golden egg, and being quite proud of herself. Squeaker does not quite understand the concept of Easter egg hunting though we will likely dye eggs this year. Next year, however, we will probably do an Easter egg hunt at home or participate in one at church. Here are some tips and advice for how to plan an Easter egg hunt for different age groups. Hiding Easter eggs is something families and many communities…

Importance of Parenting for Literacy Rates in America

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Many parents make storytime a part of their daily routine. They’ll set aside 10 to 15 minutes to read to their child before tucking them in at night, or guide their son or daughter line by line, page by page through a simple book from a beginner’s catalog. It’s only a small obligation, but the effects are significant. Even 10 to 15 minutes can dramatically improve a child’s capacity for learning and language. The necessity of hands-on parenting for literacy rates in America has basis in scientific fact, and statistics reflect the integral role that mothers and fathers play in their child’s early education. They act as providers, of course, but they have a secondary responsibility as teachers. Whether their home curriculum involves “Clifford the…