Let’s face it activities for teens aren’t the same as when they were kids. The reality is that “playtime” changes when our kids become tweens and teens. Gone are the days of playground dates and exciting afternoons spent building with lincoln logs and magnetic blocks. But the days of play aren’t gone. They have just…
Self-care for teens isn’t so simple and if you’re anything like me, you often wish there was a magical solution that would alleviate your teens’ stress and anxiety. We know there are treatment options – therapy and medication can be life-changing when you need them. But there are options for our teens so they can…
Are you trying to find fun ideas for your bored teens? Then at some point you have probably heard the parenting school of thought that says, “It’s good to let your kids get bored.” You may have been convinced that boredom eventually turns into creativity. That sounds pretty good, right? But Simplicity Parenting author Kim…
Family fun is important to me all year long and that includes the summertime. The busy spring season begins to slow down making way for a little more flexibility for some June family fun. June can be a great month for outdoor water fun including splash pads and water slides. But there is also a…
I love to plan family fun any time of year and that includes a ton of family fun in May. This is a busy month for many people but it is also a great month to enjoy some fun together. May is often a break in the weather for many places and it is a…
It’s time for some April family fun. April is a great month for family fun and memory-making. Of course, it’s April, so you always need some backup rain plans because you know the saying: April showers bring May flowers. So it could be a rainy month of family fun. This is also typically the month…
Are you ready to have some family fun this March? Well, you know the old saying: March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. This makes it the perfect month to plan some family fun with your kids both indoors and outside. Take some time this month to have some fun and…
