Disclosure: This event is officially sponsored by Disney Parks and RM Media has received compensation for services provided. Spring is just around the corner and while it means the end of the winter months that many of us love, it is the beginning of so many wonderful and beautiful things. This is just as true…

Disclosure: This event is officially sponsored by Disney Youth Programs and RM Media has received compensation for services provided. Parents and educators agree that learning is something that should happen each and every day, in and out of the classroom. Disney Youth Programs agrees wholeheartedly and has developed a series of amazing learning opportunities throughout…

  A first trip to Walt Disney World is an amazing experience for the young and the young-at-heart! There is so much to see and do, especially for families with little ones. So how do you plan a perfect vacation to the Walt Disney World Resort for your family and ensure that you have the…

  It’s no secret that there is plenty to see and do this summer at the Walt Disney World Resort’s four amazing theme parks, but did you know there is even more in store for families who visit with their little ones? Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, the two amazingly themed waterparks at Walt Disney…

This summer, families of little ones have so much to enjoy together all over the Walt Disney World Resort! Disney’s Hollywood Studios has lots of new and exciting things going on, as well as some classic favorites. Join us as we share all of the great experiences you can enjoy with your little ones, plus…

Everyone deserves to have a decent home. This simple concept is one that many of us take for granted, but all over the U.S., there are families living in housing conditions that are inadequate or unaffordable. Habitat for Humanity created the Home is the Key campaign to open more doors of opportunity for families seeking…

With spring underway and summer just around the corner, Now More Than Ever is the perfect time for an adventure at Walt Disney World Resort! There is adventure lurking around every corner at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, making it a perfect place to make amazing memories for families with little ones. There is so…

Though winter weather is still whipping around the country, we’re eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring, and with it, the arrival of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. From March 6th through June 3rd, Epcot comes alive with the beauty and flavors of spring in this amazing annual celebration! Now, more than ever, is…

  As a mom of a pre-teen boy, I frequently experience the following conversation in my home: “Honey, did you brush your teeth?” “Yes, mom.” “Are you sure?” “Yeah.” “Can I see your teeth?” *long pause* “I’ll go brush them now…”       I get it! While I love that fresh from the dentist…

This post is sponsored. All opinions are our own.  Laundry is one of those things that never seems to end – especially in a house like ours, with a husband who works a demanding physical job, tween boys who are tween boys, and the endless towels we have to wash for swim team. To say…

It’s that time of year again at our house! We’ve got birthdays coming up and need to figure out some fun ways to celebrate. With soon-to-be 11 and 12-year-olds, coming up with a birthday party idea that is “cool” enough to satisfy is becoming a bigger challenge every year. Character themed parties have phased out,…

  The holiday season is full of amazing traditions. Over the years, we’ve adopted so many things that simply make it feel like Christmas. From our big day of baking with my life-long besties and their kids to smaller things like Santa filling our tree with candy canes as he delivers the gifts, all of…

  I love giving thoughtful gifts for the holidays. Sometimes though, time gets away from me and I need something quick and easy that I can throw together in just minutes. This peppermint-lavender foot soak can be made with inexpensive ingredients and presented in a variety of different containers for a thoughtful, handmade holiday gift. For…

This post is sponsored by al fresco. All opinions are our own. At our house, we have had one of the craziest weeks on record. The holiday season has been hitting us full-force with holiday parties, school concerts, and a general feeling of “how am I going to get all of this done?!” And of…

This sponsored post is in partnership with Package From Santa. All opinions are our own. The magic of Christmas is something that I have enjoyed for my entire life. I couldn’t wait until I could share the joy and excitement of the holidays with my own children, creating the belief that magical things happened while…

One of my favorite things about the holiday season is watching my kids’ faces light up as they find a much-coveted item under the Christmas tree. No, the season is not all about the gifts, but the excitement and joy on their faces is something that makes the holiday brighter. Some years, though, finances may…

We’ll soon be sitting down with our family and friends to celebrate and give thanks with a table overflowing with delicious food. Once dinner is over and thanks have been given, what do you do with all of those yummy leftovers? If you’re like me, there are only so many turkey sandwiches you can handle….

It’s almost hard to believe that we’re just a week out from Black Friday! Holiday preparations are in full swing over here and I’m excitedly preparing my gift lists for family and friends. For me, it’s important to make the most of my holiday gift budget, so I am always looking out for the best…

This guest post is sponsored by Rover.com and written by Nat Smith, Rover.com community member. Rover is the nation’s largest network of 5-star pet sitters and dog walkers. There are many tasks on our to-do list over the holiday season, from shopping to entertaining to planning our holiday travel. When Rover.com reached out to partner…

  I can distinctly remember the feeling of a sick day when I was a kid. You know – the real sick days where it was a struggle to get out of bed, but after laying there for a few hours, you were just SO bored. You wanted to get up and do something, but…

With Halloween now behind us, everyone at my house is ready to start thinking about the next big fall holiday – Thanksgiving! As this is a time of family togetherness and food, we’re always excited for our Thanksgiving plans to begin coming together. Putting together a menu and finding out which relatives can attend is…