Finally, a craft kit that younger ones can actually do on their own and achieve a sense of accomplishment! I am very happy to review my second creativity kit and give you a chance to win it for your child, in collaboration with Crafty Chimp. I am extremely satisfied with this product and you will … [Read more...]
DIY Cardboard Box Hospital Model with Ambulance
School exhibitions are a great way to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations. Kids get an in-depth knowledge of the topics. But the success of school exhibitions depends upon participation of students. In case of younger students, it is the parents who need to volunteer to participate. … [Read more...]
DIY Superhero Paper Hand Puppet
Welcome to Mommy Life! One minute you are writing a post on your blog and the the next minute, your son informs you that he is required to bring a 'hand puppet' to school. I am still not clear as to the purpose of the project but here it is - our DIY Paper Hand Puppet. I asked my son if he … [Read more...]
Prenatal Classes Prepare You For a Happier Pregnancy and Childbirth Experience
The joy and elation of pregnancies, and especially, a first time pregnancy, are always coupled with a lot of anxiety and questions. A lot of contradicting advice pours in from all directions. While most of the advice is meant for the mommy-to-be's well-being, it is very easy to lose focus from the … [Read more...]
Raksha Bandhan Gift Ideas for Brothers
Raksha Bandhan is approaching soon and I am busy scouring online shopping websites in India for lovely Raksha Bandhan gift ideas for brothers. The festival of Rakhi no longer involves just gifts for sisters. These days, it is more like a exchange of gifts. In fact, my son, having two sisters - … [Read more...]
School Safety Tips to Educate Your Kids Upon
Whether your child is going to school for the first time or is used to the hustle and bustle of the place, there are some school safety tips you can always use to make sure that your kids are safe at school. School Safety Tips 1. Younger kids, from Nursery to Class 2, should know their name, … [Read more...]
Healthy and Filling Afterschool Snacks
If your children are anything like mine, they arrive home from school hungry for snack. In fact, as they get older, their afterschool snacks often becomes almost a fourth meal of the day! While it’s easy to stock the house with chips, cookies and store-bought doughnuts, it is not the wisest … [Read more...]
Raksha Bandhan Gift Ideas for Sisters
Sisters, big or little, are the light of their brother's eyes! And although we treat them all year round (more so on birthdays), Raksha Bandhan is a special time for giving thoughtful gifts. After all, the festival is meant to celebrate the love between brothers and sisters. I am raiding all my … [Read more...]
DIY 3D Globe Model for School Project
Another school project - more creative time! This time, my daughter was required to make a 3D Globe model for her personal Social Science project. We spent a lovely weekend working on this together. Here are all the steps should you ever need to build something similar for your projects … [Read more...]
Why do I Breastfeed?
Because it feels so good! I know some you might find it difficult to sink your teeth into, but that's the whole and soul of it really. At the time I had my first baby, I did not know I had an option to breastfeed or to not. I was a first-time mommy and looked to my mom for every little thing about … [Read more...]