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Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Projects and Ideas- milk jug lid upcycle into memory game or pretend coins

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Milk jug lids become pretend coins, poker chips or a memory game- practice counting, play memory   or matching games, sort by color or ...
Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Projects and Ideas- mixing colors with ice

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Color Mixing with ice- Fill an old fashioned ice cube tray with water then add 1-2 drops of different colors of food coloring to each c...
Saturday, June 2, 2012

Projects and Ideas- kids' grocery list

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Grocery list- a great tool to keep toddlers and preschoolers busy while you shop for groceries.   Find a couple of grocery store ads and c...
Friday, June 1, 2012

Projects and Ideas- towel holder using bulk packaging loops

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I hate throwing away plastic, especially plastic loops.  Maybe I'm having flasbacks to all those media images from the 80s and 90s sho...
Thursday, May 31, 2012

Projects and Ideas- NO SEW old cotton t-shirt into a cute toddler skirt

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This one speaks for itself... I really needed to figure out a way to use all the t-shirt tops left over from making my upcycled t-shirt s...
Sunday, May 13, 2012

TILTHW- thaw breast milk in advance

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Things I learned the hard way- Consider taking the frozen breast milk for the next day (or 24 hour period) out of the freezer to thaw in te ...
Saturday, May 12, 2012

TILTHW- Save time making bottles ahead of time

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Things I learned the hard way- For quicker formula preparation, consider getting extra bottles.   Wash them and let them dry, then portion o...
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Andrea
Due to occupational limitations, I spent 3 years as a geographically single parent. During that time I stumbled upon lots of time, money, and energy saving tips that I think may help other parents and caregivers. None of these ideas are new or groundbreaking, in fact, many of the suggestions came from my family members, friends, and fellow moms. I am not attempting to claim them as original ideas, but to consolidate them in one place. These are the things I've learned the hard way! I have been also been attempting all sorts of projects with and for the kids and would love to share them! In many posts, I recommend certain brands or products. These recommendations are based solely on my personal experience with these products and I do not receive any form of reimbursement in exchange for recommendations. These are items I truly could not live without. Following or reading my posts does not imply any patient/physician relationship and my recommendations are not intended as medical advice. The needs of all children and families are different. Please consult with your physician before changing any routine that may affect your child's health
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