Whether you’re taking a roadtrip with kids that’s 500 miles or 3000 miles, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all that comes with a long drive with kids. Knowing how to pack your car with all you need without feeling cramped is a skill that will serve you well in keeping the car organized and spacious.
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“Are we there yet?” Oh we all know the relentless questioning of a discontent child. And taking a long roadtrip with kids can be the epitome of relentless questioning, sibling bickering and agitated parents. But I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way!
Continue readingHave you heard of the 33 piece wardrobe? Yes, it’s exactly as it sounds – you only have 33 pieces of clothing and accessories. Sound crazy? I won’t deny that it is a bit extreme, even more so than a regular minimalist wardrobe. But I decided to give it a try and decide for myself whether it was downright nuts, or genius.
Continue readingIt’s a common question and one probably considered by every family with multiple children. Should siblings share a room? Do you even have the option to give your kids their own bedrooms? Or maybe your kids actually prefer to have each other’s company all night. Regardless, there are multiple reasons and benefits to room sharing.
Call us crazy, but our five boys all share one bedroom.
Continue readingHiking alone with your kids can be a daunting task. There are so many “what ifs” that pop into our heads. You might even be wondering how you could ever possibly carry all of that stuff with you on the trail when you can barely even get the car packed in the morning.
Continue readingWe’ve all seen them: the beautiful Pinterest worthy minimalist toy rooms with just a few Montessori style wooden toys neatly organized on perfectly arranged shelves, cozy book corners, and chalkboard walls.
Spoiler alert: we don’t have that. We don’t even technically have a toy room.
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