Life sure has changed a lot over the past few weeks. It all seemed to happen so quickly that it can be hard for moms to get their footing. I’m still working through and adjusting everyday as I try to teach my kids at home while trying to do a full-time job. It is challenging…
Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Teen Girls
It is easy to feel like no matter what you buy for your teen girl, it won’t be quite right. Teen girls are notorious for being picky and changing their minds. Plus, trends change so quickly it is hard to know what is in. This guide will help you choose Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Teen…
Grateful Together Comes Out Today
Today is the day!!! After months of work and anticipation, Grateful Together A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents is finally on sale! This is a dream come true, and I have to pinch myself when I think that this book will be helping kids and parents grow closer. Grateful Together is a shared…
Today is Great Comes Out Today
You guys, I am so excited to share that my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids is being released today! I am so happy to be a published author and super proud that this book will help lots of kids build a gratitude practice. WHY DO KIDS NEED A…
Calming Bottles and Sensory Bottles
These Calming Bottles and Sensory Bottles are so simple to make. You can make them yourself in a few minutes or have a toddler/preschooler help with the process. We made these when my kids were younger and they often helped to calm a stressful situation. SENSORY BOTTLES For a younger child, these glitter jars make…
Grateful Together – A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents
It is another exciting day here at Mess for Less! Last week, I announced that my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids would be published on October 1st. Well today I am announcing that my second book, Grateful Together A Gratitude Journal for Kids and their Parents is coming…
Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids
This is super exciting day at Mess for Less because I am announcing the debut of my new book Today is Great – A Daily Gratitude Journal for Kids! A lot of time, work and research went into this book, so I am thrilled to finally be able to give you a sneak peak into…
School Lunch Ideas for Picky Eaters
If you have a picky eater, than packing school lunches can be your most dreaded time of the day. You either struggle to give your child something they will eat, or just pack the same thing every day. But what if I told you there were a variety of lunch ideas that even picky eaters…
Stress Free School Lunch Meal Prep
I have had many stressful mornings spent getting lunch ready for my 3 kids to take to school. There is nothing worse than running late in the morning and then desperately trying to figure out something you can put in your children’s lunch boxes. If you have found yourself in a similar situation, or your…
How to Pack the BEST School Lunches
In most parts of the country, school has started again, and if it hasn’t, it will soon. That means it’s time to get back into a school year routine. Part of that routine in many homes is packing school lunches. Packed lunches are a great option when your child isn’t too fond of what the…