WhoNu? Cookies for Your Next Sports Party!

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Winter sports are here! Whether you’re celebrating during the sports season or after the last game, WhoNu? Cookies can help make any kid gathering a fun and tasty one.

Dos and Don’ts to Survive Thanksgiving and Other Holiday Family Gatherings

1. Do sit at the kid’s table. They’re loud, they’re rowdy, and they don’t eat their sweet potatoes. But the kiddos will not look at your chest, then look at you and say, “Breastfeeding are you? Don’t worry Dear. Nothing a good bra can’t fix.” 2. Do blame it on your in-laws spoiling  your kids when they behave badly at your parent’s house. 3. Do blame it on your parents spoiling your kids when they behave badly at your inlaws’ house. 4. Don’t sit next

Cool Finds: An Ode To Autumn

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The leaves are changing, the air is crisp & I find myself craving cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin flavoured goodies — it must be autumn! This is my most favourite time of the year — the colours are fantastic, we get to pull on cozy sweaters & snuggle into soft scarves & mittens. It’s a short lived season — enjoy it while it lasts! Here are some inspirations for fall that warm my heart & hopefully yours as well!

Nestle Family Summer Giveaway

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Are you staying cool this summer?  Here in Oklahoma, it isn’t easy staying cool but we are doing our best! Fortunately, Nestle Family has a wealth of ideas for families this summer that include recipes, craft projects, activities, and prizes.  Add a couple scoops of Nestle brand ice creams, and you’re got one fun summer! Visit Nestlefamily.com/summer to get ideas for your family! NESTLE FAMILY SUMMER GIVEAWAY One lucky Mom Spark winner will receive: $25 VISA gift card three ice cream (NESTLÉ DRUMSTICK, EDY’S/DREYER’S) coupons two NESTLÉ

Road Trip Tips for Babies and Toddlers

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I remember the first time we took our 10 month-old on a road trip.  We were excited about the adventure, but also worried it would be stressful and chaotic.  Thanks to much preparation and special packing, we were able to have a pleasant experience!  I hope these tips come in handy for your family as well. DRIVE DURING NAPTIME Long stretches in the car can be tough on active babies and toddlers, so plan your road travel accordingly.  Consider doing the bulk of the drive

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk Paint

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My kiddos spend the majority of their summer splashing in any and every form of water they can find but on days that I put my foot down and deem it to chilly to swim (which happens more than you think in MN) I am desperate to find another time killer activity. Enter our new favorite summer go-to fun activity that has all the neighbors kids flocking to our driveway: Sidewalk Chalk Paint!   It is simple. So simple. And if you feel like turning

Activity for Kids: Cookie Decorating Party

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If you are in the need of a play date activity or perhaps just in the mood for some silly food fun at home, try a cookie decorating party. Preparation for this is quick and since you can eat your work, clean up is quick too. Start with a plate of plain sugar cookies, probably 3-4 per child. You can provide a plastic baggie after the icing has set to store leftovers for each child to take home. If you have the energy to make