Fun Muffins

Sometimes there is just no time to make breakfast or a snack for the kids, but there are ways to prepare in advance for those days! On a day when you have a little time, make a batch of these fun muffins, then during the week serve them with a piece of fruit on-the-go.

We love how Jill from Meet the Dubiens decorated hers below!

muffinsPhoto Credits: Meet the Dubiens. To get the recipe Jill used,visit her blog here.

While you have your muffin tin out, give these fun cupcakes from Betty Crocker a try as well – how fun is turning something so simple into an adorable animal face

jungle cupcakesFor the full recipe for Jungle Animal Cupcakes visit here

frog cupcakesFor the full recipe for Frog Cupcakes visit here.

Photo Credits: Betty Crocker

 

Decorating with Spring Colors

Pantone’s Spring 2013 Color Palette is the perfect inspiration for kids bedroom/playroom/nursery re-decoration or for adding a new color! The palette ranges from subtle colors like Linen, Dusk Blue, and Grayed Jade to bold pops like Emerald, Poppy Red, and Lemon Zest. But even the brightest colors on this palette are easily paired with each other – which is why we love it so

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We scoured Apartment Therapy for children’s bedrooms inspired by these fantastic colors and here are our favorites:

This kids’ bedroom uses a scale of greens. For a similar effect, start with Tender Shoots and layer with Emerald, Jade and every shade in between! (For more pictures of this room visit here.)

room2This nursery uses Emerald as well, but in a more subtle approach. There are also pops of Dusk Blue, Nectarine, and Poppy Red. Do something like this for a fun yet relaxed feel! (For more pictures of this nursery visit here.)

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This room takes a bold approach by pairing two colors from opposite ends of the palette: Dusk Blue and Poppy Red. The results are exciting. Paired with neutral browns the two bold colors look surprising stable. (For more pictures of this room visit here.)

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This kids’ playspace stays open and clean looking with a heavy dose of the most neutral color on the palette: Linen. Start your room with this color and add as many colors on top as you like and the Linen walls will keep everything looking pulled together. (For more pictures of this playroom visit here.)

room 5Photo Credits: Apartment Therapy

 

Family Spring Cleaning

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Spring cleaning does not have to be a chore! There are ways to make cleaning a little more manageable and kid-friendly. It is important for children to learn to have responsibility around the house, but this sense of ownership does not always come overnight. Use these ideas to begin to instill a sense of excitement [...]

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Living in the Moment

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As I write this article, I am suffering from severe depression.  We just returned from a blissful week of vacation and the thought of returning to normal life with schedules, work, errands, kids and the stress that goes along with them makes me want to crawl into a hole until next summer.  It’s just GROSS, [...]

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Budget Management For Pregnant Mothers

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The nine months of baby-making are not only about trying to eat healthy and allowing the baby to grow safely within you. It also means that you need to keep a close eye on your budget to make sure that you are prepared for the hike in your expenses when the baby lands via Stork [...]

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How Does Your Garden Grow?

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April showers bring May flowers… Bring the spirit of Spring home with these fun flower craft ideas! Any of these would be so much fun to do with the kids in the afternoon (or even outside on a picnic blanket!) This one is definitely fridge-worthy and the supplies are probably already at your fingertips! Visit [...]

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Coloring for All Ages

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Do you remember the excitement of opening a brand new box of crayons? The tips were all pointy and and not a single color was broken! When packing your bag to take a road trip this summer, we suggest bringing along a box of brand new crayons. If you have children a bit older than [...]

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How to Budget: Little Baby, Big Savings

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Having a baby is expensive. From maternity clothes and car seats to diapers and toys, you spend big time. Luckily, with a little preparation and saving strategies, having kids does not have to cost a fortune. Tip: Many supplier websites, like FirstCry, have great promos and deals to help you save. Here are more tips [...]

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Cool-It Caddy: Helping Women Keep Their Cool – Giveaway

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With the summer season around the corner, women of all ages are taking advantage of the warm weather and sunshine. Spending time on the fairway, tennis court, beach, lake, or playground no longer has to spell meltdown for take along items thanks to Cool-It Caddy’s patent-pending design. The Cool-It Caddy discreetly and conveniently stores small [...]

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Animal ABC’s for the Nursery

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A banner for the new baby’s room has become one of the most popular trendy additions to nursery decor. Make your own with this adorable woodland creature do-it-yourself banner from Krystal at Sassy Sanctuary. This neutral print is perfect for families who are wanting to decorate but don’t know the baby’s sex yet or who [...]

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