As a parent, summer time can be a challenge. Whether you’re a stay-at-home or working parent, the reality is, summer time is “fun time.” (big time air quotes there) And fun time means…you need to find stuff for your kids to do. Even if your kid is young enough to still be in daycare or you’re sending him or her …
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12 Super Fun and Engaging Spring Activities for Preschool Kids
Spring has arrived! That means more time outdoors enjoying the warmer weather on sunny days, and more time trying to keep your preschoolers occupied indoors when spring storms hit. Fortunately, there are plenty of spring activities for preschool kids that are fun and totally engaging! Even better, there are tons of spring activities for preschoolers that require little to no planning …
Read More »The BEST Nugget Couch Accessories: What to Buy for Your Nugget
Whether you’ve been able to grab an actual Nugget or one of the Nugget alternatives, you’re probably wondering what the best Nugget couch accessories are. You know, the things that can really take Nugget play to the next level. Aside from buying more pillows, Nugget (the company) themselves don’t actually sell any accessories. And let’s be honest: if they did, …
Read More »10 Insanely Fun Snow Day Activities for Kids (that adults will enjoy too)
Here in the Midwest, there are several months of the year when it is cold and there is plenty of the white stuff. Snow is a four letter word most of us have a love/hate relationship with. It’s pretty and fun to play in, but it can also be a hassle (driving can be a major pain in the ass). …
Read More »The Figgy vs. the Nugget: Which Play Couch is Better?
We’ve written about Nugget alternatives before, but now we’re going to take a look at a new Nugget alternative contender: The Figgy. In a comparison of the Figgy vs. Nugget, which play couch should you buy? If you haven’t heard of the Figgy, it’s new to the rapidly growing play couch scene. Play couches to a certain extent have been …
Read More »The BEST Nugget Alternative (Play Couch for Kids)
I don’t know if you noticed, but the Nugget (that little play couch for kids) has been super popular lately, especially during these times where we find ourselves at home more often. There was a time when they were perpetually sold out. And when they did come back in stock, they sold out within a couple minutes. Or, you had …
Read More »10 Fun and Creative Bug Activities for Toddlers (great for spring & summer!)
Does your little one love all things bug-related? We’ve found 10 fun and creative bug activities for toddlers that we think will be a big hit at your house, especially as we get into the spring and summer months!
Read More »Benefits of Wooden Toys for Babies, Toddlers, & Kids of All Ages
Wooden toys have been popular forever, but over the last several years they have definitely seen a spike in popularity. I never used to have much of a preference between wood vs. plastic – after all, there is plenty of plastic stuff that is high quality, and plastic allows you to do more from a toy design perspective. So what …
Read More »Best Indoor Bounce House for Home (your kids will thank you)
More than ever, parents have been looking for ways to keep their kids entertained at home. We’ve already covered several other options (the Nugget couch, play kitchens, snow day activities, etc.) but today we’re going to focus on the best indoor bounce house for home. When I was growing up, a bounce house was one of those rare things you …
Read More »Best Play Kitchen Accessories for Kids (these make it much more fun)
We’ve already written quite a bit about the best wooden play kitchen for kids, but once you have a good play kitchen, the fun has just begun. Imaginary play is MUCH more fun when you have the right accessories. So what are the best play kitchen accessories? We’re not going to lie, there is a LOT out there. Some of …
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