There's something magical that happens when you spend quality time with your family. Whether you're raising teenagers, like me, or have younger kids this list of fun family bonding activities will help you find something to do together! My family enjoys spending quality time together going camping, four-wheeling in the woods, hiking, and during these cold winter months, we … [Read more...] about Fun Family Bonding Activities
The Pros and Cons of Using a Pacifier for Baby
Many new parents wonder if a pacifier for baby is the right decision. When it comes to using a pacifier you’ll find that other parents tend to be completely for or completely against the use of pacifiers. There are many pros for using a pacifier as well as cons. Today I’ll dive into the topic to help you determine if using a pacifier … [Read more...] about The Pros and Cons of Using a Pacifier for Baby
How do you have a tea party for kids?
It's so much fun to spend time with your kids, especially when they're little. While I'm enjoying my best life spending quality time with my 11, 13 and 17-year-old children, I do miss those little kid days. Those days when you could build a blanket fort and curl up to read children's books together. Those days when you were the most amazing person in the world, and they … [Read more...] about How do you have a tea party for kids?
Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Teachers
Not everyone thinks about how much hard work goes into the daily life of a teacher. These people are in a room with your children all day long trying to educate them. The world of teaching has gone south for many public schools, but the teachers still have a heart of gold. Today I wanted to focus on some ideas that help you spread kindness to your … [Read more...] about Random Acts of Kindness Ideas for Teachers
Accent Chairs and its Types for Home Décor
Whether a commercial space or residential property, the addition of trendsetting furniture sets shape up the luxury of any room with less effort. They give prominence to the property and act as one of the sources to brighten up the rooms and complete the décor. Pieces such as accent chairs boast intricate designs. They also come with a combination of exquisite … [Read more...] about Accent Chairs and its Types for Home Décor
How to Organize an Easter Egg Hunt For Toddlers
With Easter just around the corner, you may be wondering how to organize an Easter egg hunt for toddlers. Seeing the joy on your toddler’s face when they wake up Easter morning all ready to go find those eggs is a priceless moment. Whether you’re planning to host an Easter egg hunt for toddlers on Easter morning or the day before, … [Read more...] about How to Organize an Easter Egg Hunt For Toddlers
Instant Home Makeover With Simple Interior Design Tips
If you are looking for easy tips to transform your home instantly, you have come to the right place. Although there are plenty of home décor and accessories available to spruce up your home, you need to know how to go about it without breaking the bank or cluttering up your home either. Here are interior design tips from the top experts in the industry to get you … [Read more...] about Instant Home Makeover With Simple Interior Design Tips
Keep Teen Boy’s Room Smelling Nice
We're in that stage of parenthood. The smelly teen boy age. I have two children who are all about deodorant and not smelling horrible, but one child doesn't see the point in wearing deodorant, and doesn't wear it. His room is so smelly that I can barely handle going in there. I don't know what it is, but I hear teen boys simply are just smelly. Perhaps it's all those body … [Read more...] about Keep Teen Boy’s Room Smelling Nice
L.O.L Surprise Gift Ideas
Do you have an L.O.L Surprise Fan in your life? I know all too well how much this fabulous series makes girls happy! What I couldn't fathom is just how many gift ideas there are with the L.O.L Surprise theme. Today I'm going to share gift ideas for the fanatic so that you can make someone's day by gifting these ideas during a birthday, holiday, or another gift-giving … [Read more...] about L.O.L Surprise Gift Ideas
Managing Kids Screen Time
Now that I have a 17, 13 and 11-year-old the whole screen time obsession doesn't really phase me. You see my kids have grown up in a home where their mother has worked from a computer since 2006. Being the offspring of an entrepreneurial mother who makes money online, creates a different home environment, in my opinion. The other side is that my younger two kiddos' Dad … [Read more...] about Managing Kids Screen Time
Host a Pizza party {plus} Homemade Pizza Recipes
Yes, it is much easier to grab a pizza on the way home from work to enjoy with your family on pizza night, but where's the fun in that? Today we're featuring a list of 15+ pizza recipes to help you get in the kitchen and start creating pizza options with your family tonight. From shrimp pizza to BLT pizza, we couldn't believe the mix of options available on this list of … [Read more...] about Host a Pizza party {plus} Homemade Pizza Recipes
Adorable Heart Patterned PaciGrip for Valentine’s Day
New parents are always looking for the next cutest thing to get their little baby. Having a new baby in the home brings much joy and sleepless nights. I remember when my trio was younger, the boys didn't sleep hardly at all but that first child of mine slept pretty well from day one. With that being said, I remember wanting all the cute things when my kids were … [Read more...] about Adorable Heart Patterned PaciGrip for Valentine’s Day
DIY Valentine’s Day Cards for Kids
Are you searching for a last-minute DIY Valentine's Day cards for kids idea? Then you'll love these Unicorn DIY Valentine's Day cards for kids and Pets DIY Valentine's Day cards for kids. Simply continue reading to hear more tips for family bonding activities and continue on to download these FREE Valentine's Day Card printables. What activities would you suggest to … [Read more...] about DIY Valentine’s Day Cards for Kids
Valentine’s Day Essentials by Canary & King
Today you'll find the best Valentine's Day essentials. From date night at home to heading out on the town to planning a getaway for Valentine's Day. You'll need some of these Valentine's Day essentials to celebrate this holiday of love with your whole family. Canary & King knows that Valentine’s Day isn’t just about the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Essentials by Canary & King
The Days of Valentine’s Cards for Kids
I remember the elementary years at public school when my kids had to bring Valentine Day cards for kids in February of each year. While my oldest child enjoyed this process, my other two kids weren't into it. My two sons, the younger kids, felt that it's stupid to give a Valentine's Day card to everyone. The youngest son also felt Valentine's Day was stupid in general … [Read more...] about The Days of Valentine’s Cards for Kids
Parenting Can Be Fun
When my second and third-born children were younger they required a lot of rules and regulations. I mean those boys were wild! Nicknames included: The double trouble team. Two in diapers. Best "brothies", as the affectionately called each other in the toddler days. The list could go on! These two boys born 2 years and 6 days apart made my husband and I … [Read more...] about Parenting Can Be Fun
Finding a Daycare That’s Right For Your Child
When you're a working parent who needs to find the right daycare for your child, you may feel overwhelmed. There are many options that will help your child with development all the while giving them a safe space to socialize. Daycare is used for many different reasons. Some parents may want to send their child to the right daycare to help strengthen their developmental … [Read more...] about Finding a Daycare That’s Right For Your Child
What is the Best Family Board Game
Parents of older kids are often wondering how in the world they can find ways to spend happy times together. It seems many families struggle to maintain a bond during the teen years. While this is completely normal, you see the teen is supposed to start pushing away to some extent and the parent is supposed to be letting go a little at this point in childhood. While your … [Read more...] about What is the Best Family Board Game
Why a man cave is important?
Let’s face it; our men in our life enjoy their time with the boys! While they may be great husbands and valuable partners in this journey of life, they also deserve and need some time in their man cave to be free to do what men love to do. If your husband has a man cave and you want to give them a gift that will last a lifetime, then you should pick up some … [Read more...] about Why a man cave is important?
Teaching Your Child to Talk Back
I know that the title is going to throw you off a bit but stay with me for the entirety of this article. I have a point to make, and well, I believe it a pretty valid point. Today I'm going to talk about how to teach your child to talk back. Wait ... Isn't talking back disrespectful? Are you telling me to let my child disrespect me? No ... Well, I don't feel that's … [Read more...] about Teaching Your Child to Talk Back
11 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for The Stay at Home Dad
Are you searching for the best Valentine's Day gift ideas for the stay at home dad? Stay at home dads are becoming quite popular, it seems it's no longer mom who can stay home with the kids. This change in society is awesome in some ways, and in other ways, it has changed the dynamics of the family. Regardless of whether you're looking for Valentine's Day gifts for stay at home … [Read more...] about 11 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for The Stay at Home Dad
Decorating Ugly Christmas Sweaters with Teens
I'm in a different chapter of parenthood. My oldest is just 10 months shy of being an adult, and about 6 months shy of graduating high school. With this different chapter in parenthood comes some bittersweet moments. I still want to cram in a bunch of things that we haven't done yet, and I want to spoil her for Christmas since it's the last Christmas as a minor child. On the … [Read more...] about Decorating Ugly Christmas Sweaters with Teens
Time Outs and Other Consequences Do Teach Lessons
I'll admit when I first became a mother I read all of the baby books. I read parenting books. I followed motherhood "rules" to a T. I thought these books were the guiding light of when to feed solid foods, what my child could or couldn't do, what I should or shouldn't do as a mother. I believed it all. Now, some of the parenting books I read enlightened me. These books taught … [Read more...] about Time Outs and Other Consequences Do Teach Lessons
Snowman Crafts for Kids
Are you looking for some fun snowman crafts for kids? This extensive list of snowman crafts and snowman craft supplies for your kids will keep you busy for hours. I love the days of crafting holiday decor and gift ideas. These snowman crafts will help your kids enjoy some quality time with you or their siblings. Set your kids up with each craft idea during each day of the … [Read more...] about Snowman Crafts for Kids
Tips for Your Next Camping Trip with Children
Are you thinking about camping with children? We survived living in a tent for months with children. It wasn't easy. It wasn't amazing. It was surely an experience! With that being said, I wanted to take a minute to share some tips for your next camping trip with children. Tenting with kids is a fun experience. You'll get to take your kids out of the home and into the … [Read more...] about Tips for Your Next Camping Trip with Children
15 Reindeer Crafts for Kids
Are you looking for some of the best reindeer crafts for kids? Getting out the craft stuff was a favorite part of the earlier parenting years. While some of my kids will still enjoy craft time, they're not as into this as they were before. That's why I love sharing crafts for kids like these amazing reindeer crafts with others. These are crafts that bring me back to a phase in … [Read more...] about 15 Reindeer Crafts for Kids
48 Christmas Books for Kids
Are you ready to start celebrating Christmas? We love recommending books for kids of all ages, but today we're featuring a list of the top 48 Christmas books for kids who may fall under the preteen year age group. While your preteen and teen can still enjoy these childhood classics, this list is mostly for those at home with little ones who want to increase the excitement for … [Read more...] about 48 Christmas Books for Kids
How tо Sроil Your Kids Thiѕ Christmas
Guest post. We are often able to spoil our kids at ChriÑ•tmаѕ bу mеаnÑ• оf basic Ñ€rеѕеnt giving аnd bаѕiÑ festivities in оur … [Read more...] about How tо Sроil Your Kids Thiѕ Christmas
Which Season is Best for Camping?
What is the most effective time of the year to go camping? What's your favorite season? Each of the various styles of camping has its own fascinations, advantages, and downsides. For instance, you'll find that different times of the year offer different views and levels of sunshine. Which Season is Best for Camping? Summer Summer is that the preferred season for camping … [Read more...] about Which Season is Best for Camping?
8 Tips for Creating a “Classroom” in Your Home
Homeschooling allows parents to provide their children with a more personalized learning experience than they would otherwise receive in a public school or traditional classroom setting. Providing a quality education from home requires a positive, safe environment that bolsters learning. Here are eight tips for homeschooling families that want to create a “classroom” in your … [Read more...] about 8 Tips for Creating a “Classroom” in Your Home
50 Stocking Stuffers For Boys
Are you looking for some of the best stocking stuffers for boys? Whether you're shopping for the toddler, tween, or teenage boy in your life, this extensive list of 50 stocking stuffers for boys will have a little something for everyone. I love shopping for stocking stuffers for boys. I'll be the first to admit that it gets a little more difficult as my sons get … [Read more...] about 50 Stocking Stuffers For Boys
A Parent’s Personality Can Clash
As a parent, I believe that consistency, mutual respect, and healthy boundaries work together to create a healthy home environment for a child to thrive in. Just as we have to learn our child, our child needs to learn us. How we teach our child to learn us is through being consistent, having limits and setting healthy expectations. These expectations are also rules that have … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Personality Can Clash
Should kids see their parents cry?
As my kids get older and I start to watch their personalities grow, I find that I question some parenting decisions. I believe every parent questions whether they're doing things right or how certain situations will impact their child's adult life. After all, most parents do worry about how much of an impact their decisions will have on the long term health of their child. I … [Read more...] about Should kids see their parents cry?
The Swan Princess – 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition
Do you have a fan of The Swan Princess in your house? If so, then you'll be excited to find out that The Swan Princess 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition releases October 29, 2019, on Blu-ray. Sony Pictures Home Entertainment brings you a collectible anniversary edition for the first time on Blu-ray and in 4K HDR on digital available on October 29. THE SWAN PRINCESS has a … [Read more...] about The Swan Princess – 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition
25 Quotes About Motherhood
As I venture towards this bittersweet stage in motherhood, where my firstborn graduates and heads off into the adult world, I'm finding solace in quotes about motherhood. I cannot believe I missed the last two summers being around my oldest child 100% of the time. Life simply took over and we ended up in a different world so to speak, but we've made the best of it. I get to … [Read more...] about 25 Quotes About Motherhood
Experience The Gift of Lights at NH Motor Speedway
Are you looking for something fun to do with the family? Do you enjoy holiday lights? If you said yes to both of these questions then you're in for a treat. The Gift of Lights at NH Motor Speedway is celebrating its 9th annual holiday light display by Eastern Propane & Oil this year. Get all of the details and information right here on ParentInfluence. I've gone to the … [Read more...] about Experience The Gift of Lights at NH Motor Speedway
Get Spider-Man Far From Home on October 1, 2019
Add Spider-Man Far From Home to your home movie collection. For all those Spider-Man fans out there, this is the blog post for you! Continue reading to learn more about Spider-Man Far From Home, see a trailer, and find a recipe that you can make at home with the kids. Learn how to make your own mystical Mysterio Cupcake in celebration of this film release. Gather … [Read more...] about Get Spider-Man Far From Home on October 1, 2019
How Online School Can Benefit the Mental Health of Your Children
There is a growing trend in America of parents opting for their children to leave public or private learning institutions in favor of online school or homeschooling. According to the National Home Education Research Institute, an estimated 2.3 million U.S. school-aged children were homeschooled in one way or another in 2016. With more parents opting for non-traditional … [Read more...] about How Online School Can Benefit the Mental Health of Your Children
3 Simple Ways to Protect Your Family
There are many ways you can work to keep your family protected. Our family is our prized possession. Those little ones you gave birth to matter most in this world. What happens when you're a parent for the first time? If you're like me then you probably worried about how you can protect these little ones from the dangers of the world. You were anxiously wondering how good of a … [Read more...] about 3 Simple Ways to Protect Your Family
How to Date Your Spouse With Kids
Having kids changes a relationship. If you end up with kids who don't sleep through the night, it's even harder to keep the relationship strong. I remember raising our sons aka the double trouble team aka two in diapers, also known as the children who didn't like sleep. This team of boys kept us on our toes, and of course, made me a little crazy. After having two boys in two … [Read more...] about How to Date Your Spouse With Kids