Tag: Kids
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My Kids Rooms Through The Years (Bring On The Nostalgia)
Dear god, that sweet boy is now 11, which is not what this post is about, but a reminder that you were all right. When I first had Charlie, all you moms before me said it would go by so fast, and while I knew you were right (it is the universal sentiment) I’m still…
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How an inclusive East Houston playground became a place for all kids
There is a growing emphasis on creating equitable spaces—environments that are accessible to all and versatile enough to be used frequently. The more people who can engage with these spaces, the better, especially when they serve multiple functions, such as outdoor learning environments. Houston’s Galena Park Independent School District, a district of more than 21,000…
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Our First Design Coaching “Client” – With 3 Kids Under 3, A Builder-Grade Kitchen And A Lot Of Ideas
A couple of months ago we put out the call to find a reader (or apparently two, more on that later) to help coach through a remodel. It was extremely hard to choose the right family/project – I wanted to do all of them. Some were a full house “where do I start – it’s…
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How To NOT Design Your Kid’s Room – A Cautionary Tale
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I love a good cautionary tale, where you get to hear how someone else messed up their life in the name of you avoiding repeating their mistake. I hesitate to write this like I do all things where I have to go back on a design decision, but it has come up a lot with…
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New Kids Work Boots from Georgia Boot
For adventurous, hard working kids, Georgia Boot introduces Athens Superlyte for Spring. Crafted for all-day comfort, reliable protection and with features to meet the demands of kids on-the-go, two new styles include: GB00704C and GB00704Y leather slip-on medium-height boots; and GB00705C and GB00705Y, a pull-on taller boot. Both styles sport a Room-2-Grow insole with detachable…
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The 4 Active But CUTE Swimsuits I Bought To Play With My Kids On Spring Break (+ Our Favorite Past Swimsuit Posts)
It’s that special time of year (ha) – our tans aren’t on yet (well, they are for some of us LOL) and we usually aren’t as “ready” in all the ways we want to be, but alas swimsuit season is upon and we should feel great regardless. I mean it’s about to be warm and…
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Kids’ Dental Cleaning: What to Expect & How to Prepare
Regular dental cleanings play an essential role in maintaining a child’s oral health. While brushing and flossing at home help prevent cavities, professional cleanings provide a deeper level of care by removing plaque buildup, checking for early signs of decay, and reinforcing good oral hygiene habits. However, many children feel nervous about their dental visits,…
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Arlyn’s Dining Room-Turned-Playroom Update: See Where She Landed After A TON Of Reader Advice
I am absolutely blown away by the response and the engagement in my last post about possibly taking my dining room and turning it into a dedicated play space in order to bring some peace to my living room. There were so many great ideas in the comments; some that I decided weren’t right for…
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Another Design Box Checked – The Kids’ Bath Wallpaper Reveal!
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Well, well, well. A year and a half after the “reveal”, I finally did the update that this bathroom always wanted – wallpaper, and it looks so good that even my kids noticed and went out of their way to tell me! There is nothing sweeter than your 11-year-old son saying “Mama, I love the…
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2024 Holiday Gift Guides – Ideas for Women, Men, & Kids
Just like we did for our 2023 Gift Guides and our 2022 Gift Guides, we’ve got all three of our gift lists in one singular post right here. So let’s dive right into the 3 categories that we cover each year: Gift Ideas for Grown-Ups Gift Ideas for Kids Gift Ideas Under $12.99 Every year that…