Do you know the easiest way to spot an American traveling in Europe? Look for too many oversized bags! I can laugh about it now, but I used to be that traveler. As a 19-year-old studying abroad in Italy, I actually tried lugging two 50 lb. suitcases up a massive flight of stairs—only to walk …
While stickers and screen time are enough for some traveling families, they just won’t cut it for others. Many kids need something more cognitively stimulating and hands-on to keep them engaged. Kids just naturally want to be on the move, right? That’s the big challenge when traveling, is they have to sit still! So, when …
Ok, I’ll be honest. I love Chicka Chicka, Boom Boom just as much as the next mama, but after reading it 127 times (or so it feels), I’ve just about had it. I’ll go from wanting my kids to get less screen time and more reading time, to then caving after a long day – …
I know you may be getting nostalgic as little Johnny gets older, sadly but eventually growing out of his giant convertible car seat, but look on the bright side – travel is about to get a whole lot easier! These are my vetted best travel booster car seats of 2026 and when your child can …
Are you tired of “lending” (knowingly or not) your phone to your child and then later finding hundreds of absurd photos they took? Or that half-finished email to a potential client is now magically in your Outbox!? Well, those days are gone because I’ve found a kids toy smart phone kids actually love, so they’ll …
To make your life simpler, I’ve compiled a quick list of must-have family travel items for families traveling with a baby or toddler. Take it from me, a mama who learned the hard way, what to bring (and not bring) to Europe, Dubai, or wherever your wanderlust takes you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn …
Before you go golf carting through Rome or rowing the canals of Venice, read my quick tips to help save some money, stress, and get the most out of your trip. Here are my top eleven tips for traveling in Italy. As an Amazon associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases if you use a …
It’s no surprise that this toy won the “Toy Insider Top Summer Toy 2023”. Our family has a blast with these in our backyard, at the pool, and probably on our next summer getaway! Balloons in Bahamas…that has a nice ring to it. These reusable water balloons are not only new and improved, but now …
Your kids will be psyched for these reusable water balloons. And you’ll be even more excited to not have to slowly fill and tie balloons and then clean up the tiny pieces afterwards. Instead, opt for these reusable water balloons for quick and easy fun that you can play at home, at the park, or …
Summer temps will be here before you know it (hang in there!). Be ready for some outdoor family fun with these five outdoor games your kids will love. The best part about these? You can take them anywhere. Throw them in the bag for your next outdoor adventure, whether it’s at the park down the …
