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Busy Schedules vs. Free Play: Finding the Perfect Balance

10/22/2024

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As parents, we are constantly juggling school, sports, music lessons, appointments, homework, and more. Sometimes we take pride in how busy our kids are and think they will be more well-rounded and successful; however, we often forget about how important it is to give kids space to explore, imagine, and develop on their own terms through unstructured, free play.
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Free play isn’t just downtime; it’s a crucial part of growing up for younger and older kids. When kids have the freedom to explore their world without a structured schedule, they develop important life skills.


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Practical solutions for busy families

10/9/2024

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As a working mom, I know firsthand how overwhelming it can be to balance extracurricular schedules, family life, and everything in between. But with a few simple strategies, we can set ourselves (and our kids) up for success. Here are two tips to help make life a little easier.

​Meal Planning

Meals are often one of those things that can be forgotten about until everyone’s complaining about how hungry they are. Meal times don’t need to be stressful, even during busy weeks of running kids to activities. Here’s how you can stay on top of it:

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