Summertime is perfect for packing up and taking the kids on a relaxing road trip. Although, relaxing isn’t typically what you think of when you pair kids and road trip together. If your kids are easily bored or antsy during long car rides, these apps will help entertain the youngsters so your next trip will run smoother. …
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If you’ve kept up with our blog, you know we are always on the lookout for great family travel products. From the frequent jet setters to the occasional road trippers, everyone has their own strategy for squeezing tons of gear into the smallest possible space. In honor of Summer, we have teamed up with Planet Wise to …
Wine and Italy. The perfect pair. For any wine lover, a trip to the Tuscan countryside is a dream come true. We were so fortune to explore Italy and it was one of my absolute favorite travel experiences. It was so memorable that I wanted to share our experience with others that may be interested …
You’ve spent the past 9 months growing your little one and enduring an endless string of new pregnancy symptoms. And you think once you meet that adorable little baby all will be good. But preparing for and taking care of a new baby comes with its own set of challenges. There are a lot of great …
Living in Chicago, we experience all manner of crazy weather. Harsh Winters and humid Summers are pretty common. You never know what you’re going to encounter next so you have to be prepared for all mother nature has to offer. Recently, I came across a company called Cozy Cover, which offers a convenient way to …
Growing up in northwest Ohio, there weren’t a ton of attractions nearby like we now have in Chicago. The exception to this is Cedar Point. Hubby and I were lucky enough to both grow up about an hour from what they coined “America’s Roller Coast”. If you’ve never heard of Cedar Point, it’s an amusement …
Majority of kids are just naturally picky with their food. Aside from a few exceptions, all they want is their Kraft Mac’n’Cheese and cut up hot dogs. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not ashamed to admit I enjoy a bowl of K-Mac from time to time. But by introducing your kids to new cuisines, you are …
Hi! I’m Melanie and Nick is my oldest child. He asked me if I would consider writing a piece for his and Brittany’s blog, Bottles & Banter, about watching a child struggle with infertility. I’m never one to turn down an opportunity to share my thoughts and opinions, right kids? Ya. Don’t answer that. Please. As …
Let’s start this whole thing off by pointing out that Brittany and I just absolutely do not agree on radio preferences. I have a huge disdain for listening to the same 3 Taylor Swift and Adele songs during the same 15 song loop every hour on whatever Top 40 station’s territory we happen to be …
Memorial Day is upon us, and that means one thing: the unofficial start to the summer fun and family travel season! Since we can’t hit Mexico at the moment (you know, Zika Virus, pregnancy, yada yada yada), we’re going to live vicariously through you when you win a 4-day/3-night stay at the all-inclusive Velas Vallarta. …
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