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  • Student Planner Printable 426 Pages of Planning
    Are you looking for a student planner that will help you stay organized all school year and has everything you need? The digital school year planner can be used digitally or printed out and put into a binder. 
  • Trip Planner Printable for Immediate Download
    Are you planning a trip but not sure where to start? The Trip Planner Printable is here to help you plan your trip without overwhelm or forgetting any important details!
  • Printable ADHD Planner for Students and Adults
    Are you looking for a printable ADHD Planner that will help you stay organized? I created this one to help my son with ADHD and I think it’ll help you too! You can use the ADHD planner on your iPad, tablet, or other digital device or print it out.
  • Cat Approved Cat Supplies Healthy Living and Fun
    Cat approved cat supplies for healthy living and fun, even approved by our picky senior cat! These supplies include an automatic feeder, drinking fountain bowl, self-groomer, cat brushes, cat beds, and more!
  • 20+ Mother’s Day Gift Ideas She’ll Actually Want!
    Wondering what to get the mom or moms in your life for Mother’s Day? Here are over 20 Mother’s Day gift ideas she’s sure to love!
  • Over 15 Gift Ideas for Women You May Not Have Thought Of
    Are you looking for gift ideas for women in your life? Here is a round-up of some top gifts women of all ages will like whether they’re single, a mom, a wife, a daughter, etc.
  • Easy Preschool Crafts Your Twins Will Love
    Looking for easy preschool crafts for preschool aged twins? I was looking for crafts my 3 year old twins can do on their own while I’m teaching my 5-year-old Kindergarten, while also developing their fine motor skills. I’m excited with what I found which I’ll share below!
  • DIY Sensory Table for Twins for Hours of Fun
    Sensory tables are great for kids’ development and typically keep kids busy for a while which is AMAZING!! We wanted a sensory table for our twins but new ones were hundreds of dollars, so we decided to make our own!
  • Easter Basket Ideas for 5-7 Year Old Children
    Looking for Easter Basket ideas for 5-7 Year Old Children? You’re in the right spot! These Easter Basket ideas are a great way to get children excited about Easter Morning for possibly one of the last years they’ll be excited about Easter Bunny!

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As a mom of identical twins and a son two years older, I have gained invaluable experience in the realm, and chaos, of parenting. With a Master's Degree and Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology, I spent years as a school psychologist, helping children navigate through their educational and emotional challenges. Now as a stay at home mom and professional blogger, I combine my areas of expertise to help you in your parenting journey.