I Just Don’t See It
A friend came over for a play date the other day with her son and newborn baby. The first thing she said when she walked in the door was, “Sorry...
You Never Let Me Cry
by Cari Dugan
I’m not the mom who handles conflict well. Growing up, I was the peacemaker of the house. Once I even confessed to stealing a box of Snickers candy bars to...
Farmer Stories Series with CommonGround – Ellyn Oelfke
We are excited to continue with our Farmer Stories Series to follow along with CommonGround’s mission to share information about food and farming. CommonGround wants to create an open dialogue...
Summer Checklist – Your Key to Survival!
Ahhh, summer. The sun is shining, the lakes are sparkling, the drinks are cold…and the children are home from school. *insert record scratch sound here* This is the first summer...
How Both You and Your Child Can Enjoy Northern Star Scouting Camps Year-Round
If you’re looking for a new a new activity for your kids, consider joining the Cub Scouts. Northern Star Scouting camps are a great opportunity for your child to learn...
10 LGBTQ-Positive Children’s Books
by Annie
June is Pride month, or as I like to think of it, a month to celebrate all the beautiful families and people in our community. Love, compassion and empathy start...
What Not to Say to a Mom of One
by Kristin P.
This post was originally published in 2015 I have one child. It’s not by choice. I would have had more if my eggs had cooperated. Other moms have one child...
Powerful Play in your Own Backyard!
If you have read anything about early childhood, or childhood in general lately, chances are you’ve heard about the importance of play, especially outdoor play. The great outdoors can provide...
Lakes for Days: An Evening at Lake Harriet
It’s was a beautiful Friday in June. Work was done for the day, picnic dinner was packed, the sun was shining, and we were heading to Lake Harriet to...
Teaching Responsibility with Popsicle Sticks
Popsicles are a super fun summer treat, but if you play your cards right, you can use them to put your kids to work! After your kids have gone through...
Summer Syllabus: 100+ Things to Do This Summer
Here it is our list of 100+ things to do this summer. You’re probably already thinking I’m crazy because there aren’t even 101 days in our summer break. I’m...
Just Say No to Hotels
Staying in hotels with kids is no joke. Memories of hotel visits with my kids play like a movie highlight reel in my mind … nursing a newborn in the hallway...
5 Top Road Trip Mistakes (and Prevention Tips)
I moved to Minnesota about 14 years ago from Milwaukee. I cannot even count how many six-hour trips back and forth from Milwaukee I have made over the years. However,...
Top Toddler Travel Toys
Traveling with your toddler? Here are the top toddler travel toys to pack in the diaper bag before headed out for your next vacation! We have the great blessing and...