Thanksgiving is coming up and that means my children will have a full week off of school – yay! And shortly after that comes Christmas break, snow days (we live in the NorthEast), and too many days where it is simply too cold to leave the house. This year we will be staying close to home for much of the winter, so I need to make sure there is plenty for us to do together, especially on those family nights in at home!…
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Halloween Candy Solutions
I am a mother to 2 young girls, and I am also a dental hygienist. As you can imagine, oral health is promoted big time at our house! I want my kids to heave healthy eating habits, and healthy teeth; but I also want them to experience the classic events of childhood – including Trick-or-Treating! Keep reading below for my favorite Halloween Candy Solutions!
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3 Tips to Save Money on your Halloween Costume!
This time of year has everyone thinking about Trick-or-Treating, fun fall-themed parties, and lots of other enjoyable outdoor activities! Chances are that you will be in the market for a new costume. With the holidays soon approaching, I felt inspired to share a few helpful tips to ensure that you save money and don’t stress!
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3 tips to save money on your Halloween Costume
Work with what you have
Look around your house and see what you can put together with what you have! The two costumes in the photo below were put together using pieces that they already had! In the hunter and fox image, big sister is wearing baby brother’s sweatshirt!
Make Something
Get crafty! Check out Pinterest if you need ideas or tutorials. There are so many ideas out there, and they don’t have to be pricey or difficult! This sweet mama made costumes for her kiddos when they wanted to be a marshmallow and an owl!
Check your consignment shop
Consignment shops are full of costumes this time of year! This is a great way to snag a costume for your kiddo at a fraction of the cost! Better yet, consign last year’s costume for a credit toward this year’s! Now that is really saving money!
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I am Angie, a wife and mama to two sweet little boys! I’m a portrait photographer in Lancaster county capturing the journey to and through motherhood. I believe that women look the most gorgeous when pregnant and I want them to feel the same way about themselves. My goal for each maternity session is for mamas to realize just how beautiful they are. I also enjoy capturing little ones while they are still little. All the details of newborns, from the tiny toes to the milk bumps on their nose, are my absolute favorite!
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Fall Activities for Teenagers that Encourage Independence
There is something wholesome about Fall fun that seems to allow teenagers to connect with friends in fun and safe ways. Many fall activities offer a great opportunity to allow your teenager some independence that will build life skills and mutual trust along the way.
You might have an older teenager who grabs the keys and heads out the door to events and activities. Or you might have a younger teenager where you still go to events and activities together, but you can give them some freedom once you get there… Either way, below are some fun ideas to suggest to your teenager and their friends for this Fall season:
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With Greenlight, your child gets a debit card that you can control at all times through a smartphone app! You can limit your child’s Greenlight card to specific stores, you can add money (or remove money) from your child’s Greenlight card right from your app, and you get notifications about your child’s spending. More info included below!
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7 DIY Fall Wreaths
Halloween Treats Don’t Have To Be Scary: Three Ways To Keep Your Family On Track With A Healthier Halloween
Don’t let added sugar spook you this Halloween. Between school parties, and evening trick-or-treating, your child will inevitably indulge. However, there is no need to fear! Keep reading below to find out how to keep your children’s appetites, and health, on track this Halloween. …
11 Unique Pumpkin Decorating Ideas
Pumpkin decorating is so fun, and a nice carved pumpkin is always appreciated and enjoyed! But sometimes I like to mix it up and get creative with my kids and their friends. Below are a few of my favorite unique pumpkin decorating ideas and photo inspirations. Several of these I have tried, and several are on my “to-do” list for this fall.
Happy Crafting :)…
Apple Pie Recipe
It’s tradition that every September we pick one Saturday for our family to go apple picking. We just love walking around the fields, smelling the aromas from the earth, and exploring all that the apple orchards have to offer! When we get home, we always bake this family apple pie recipe. The smell of cinnamon throughout the house is the best!
My husband and I typically peel the apples, and the kids carefully slice them. We do not make the crust from scratch, so feel free to purchase one at the store like we do.
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3 Free Fall Printables (easy fall decor)
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Printing & framing holiday themed images is such an easy way to stay festive without having to overhaul your whole house! Grab an Easy Change Frame, store all of your holiday themed printables in back & then swap them out within seconds as the seasons change!…
10 Trick or Treating Tips
This printable is created by Karissa Tunis
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Adore Them wishes you a happy and safe Halloween filled with many yummy treats!
Print and share with your children, family, and friends
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