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Top Valentine’s Episodes and Movies for Families

February 11, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

When you’re in the daily slog with little kids, it can be easy to forget the fun and sweetness that should come with a holiday like Valentine’s Day. One way to take a breath and share some quality family time together is to watch holiday movies or special Valentine episodes of your favorite kids’ shows….

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7 Cute and Easy Homemade Valentine’s Treats

February 9, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Marshmallow Pops These sweet treats could not be easier. And they’re so versatile and cute. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler and let cool slightly. Stick one end of a lollipop stick into a jumbo marshmallow, and use the stick as a handle to dip half or all of the…

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Too Sweet or Not Too Sweet

February 4, 2016 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

With Valentine’s Day and class parties approaching, the season is upon us for sweet tooth shaming. Are you one of those moms who hand crafts adorable Valentine’s for each of your child’s classmates, complete with homemade treats? Do you prefer to hit the drugstore candy aisle and buy out all the cards and candy featuring…

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Rachel holds a BS in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Educational Leadership. Innovative and academically forward in her successful “Mommy and Me” curriculum and interactive birthday parties, Rachel was encouraged by her large following of dedicated parents and their children to develop a preschool program. Read More...

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