The best part about the YMCA is that it’s very family oriented. My husband and I made the mistake of paying for a gym close to our home that doesn’t provide daycare. Close proximity overruled common sense that should’ve told us, “hey dummy, you’ve got a kid remember?” Continue reading “YMCA Family Pass Is The Absolute Best Investment EVER!”
Building Memories Means Remaining Flexible As A Parent
Building memories requires unplanned excursions, even if it means getting derailed. Case in point, we just got back from Las Vegas. It took 4 hours just to get from Vegas to the state line. Yes, 4 hours. Picture our Prius: We have our 19 month old + 2 dogs + Christmas gifts. Continue reading “Building Memories Means Remaining Flexible As A Parent”
Our Vegas Family Christmas: Tips For That Road Trip
A road trip is fun, but a lot work. We’re preparing for our own road trip to Vegas for Christmas, and no not to hit the slots. We have family in Vegas, so we’re hitting the road. The last time we attempted to take the 4 hour drive from Los Angeles was when Ariabella was just 3 months old. We also brought our 2 dogs. Talk about a nightmare. Continue reading “Our Vegas Family Christmas: Tips For That Road Trip”
NoseFrida: Suck Your Baby’s Snot, It Works!
Snot is no fun to clean up on a toddler, especially if they’re not yet talking and they don’t know how to blow their nose yet. I recently invited my friend and her toddler to join us at an indoor play park. She let me know that her son, just a month older than Ariabella, was just getting over a cold. Continue reading “NoseFrida: Suck Your Baby’s Snot, It Works!”