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7 Reasons Woodlands Mommies are creating their Baby Registries on Amazon

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Congrats! You’re expecting! And your friends and family are anxious to shower you with everything you’ll need for your new little bundle of joy. And – to the surprise of absolutely nobody – we’ve found that the MOST effective baby registry is none other than (drum roll please)… AMAZON.

Wait, you didn’t know that Amazon has a Baby Registry?

They do, and it comes with some great benefits.

Avoid the Heat! Do these 10 fun summer activities at night

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Ha ha ha! You want me to go where? To do what? At what time of day?

Child, please! Summertime is here, and we're in Texas, after all. I do plan to avoid the outdoors as much as possible during the daytime. You too? If so, you'll enjoy this reminder of some fun activities to do with the family after sunset: 

Kid-Friendly Summer Snacking with Watermelon

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Summer sun means it’s time for warm-weather fun for kids of all ages, and all that activity and playing calls for snacks and hydration to recharge. Whether your children like to play poolside or take a bicycle adventure through the neighborhood, the right nutrient-dense foods can keep the fun going all day long.

Creative "Alliteration Schedule" for Summer Fun!

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Are your LONG summer days feeling a bit chaotic yet not really "eventful" at the same time? Kids claiming boredom, you scrambling for something - anything - fun to introduce into your routine while at the same time trying to get your own "work" done? Tired of all the screen time everyone's been getting?

14 Summertime Nature Activities for Woodlands Families

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Being outside in the natural world sure beats screentime! The whole family is likely to move around more, and stress levels will certainly decrease as you focus on the beauty and variety found in our lovely town! The ideas on this list of outdoor nature activities for you and your kids are easy to implement. Enjoy! 

Empower Your Child With Summer Fun Safety Tips!

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Summer break is here, and as camps, outings, and summer parties get underway, we may not always be right there next to our kids as they venture out this season. That's why it's so important that we arm them with some effective and empowering safety skills as summer begins. Here is some basic safety advice for parents and children, whether you're at Disneyland, on vacation, camp, or even at the local supermarket. 

11 Categories of Items to Declutter this Season

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The floors are mopped! The dishes are put away! The house is CLEAN!

But is it decluttered? If it isn’t, your work isn’t done quite yet, I’m sorry to say. Getting rid of the piles of “stuff” invading your physical surroundings is therapeutic and necessary, as it can help increase your productivity and concentration, and – believe it or not – it can have a positive impact on your overall health. Also, things will be easier to find when you don’t have junk everywhere!

Enjoy this Simple Gardening Project with your Preschooler

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Spring is the ideal season to get your preschooler's hands dirty while teaching her about gardening. If you don't have space at home for a garden, no problem! Your little one can enjoy this fun botanical activity with a minimal amount of space on your patio. She'll also learn new skills and hopefully develop an appreciation for watching things grow.

2024 Summer Reading Programs for Kids

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Research shows that excessive fun and relaxation over the summer can result in reading loss. Luckily, there are tons of great programs in our area to motivate kids to read all summer long!  Check out some of our favorites!
 
Montgomery County Library - From May 28 - July 20, children through 12 years of age can participate in virtual summer reading and enjoy online events and digital programs. Sign up online, then earn badges and prizes by logging your books into the new Summer Reading app.  This year's theme is "Adventure Begins at Your Library." Visit the WoodlandsMommy.com calendar for special events at the Mitchell, South, and Central  Libraries for kids, pre-teens and teens (storytimes, crafts, movies, and more).

Here are all your Birthday Freebies

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Do you, your significant other, or your kid(s) have a birthday soon? You could be enjoying free treats and meals from some of your favorite businesses by signing up today for freebies from our list. In most cases, you'll need to sign up at least one month prior to your actual birthday, then watch your inbox for the deals to flow in. Imagine running around town collecting a boatload of free stuff during your birthday season! Get ready to be treated! Sure, it takes a bit of effort to sign up, but the rewards are definitely worth it!

Our Tips for Enjoying Mother's Day on Your Own Terms

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Mother's Day is the one day out of the year devoted to you! You spend all year taking care of the kids, the house and your partner - you deserve a little time off! It's okay to be selfish and spend some quality time by yourself, but if you can't find time on the official Mother's Day (Sunday, May 12), find some other time to pamper yourself by taking our suggestions or creating your own.