Preschool Curricula You Can Use at Home
The Joy Makin’ Mamas have helped to compile the following list of information about where to get a preschool “curriculum” online. We all know you can’t stop kids from learning …
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“Let that boy boogie woogie” Dance Playdate
This week we put the results of our Percussion Factory event together with bubbles, music, and a parachute for some Boogie Woogie Fun. Event description follows: (You are welcome to …
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Children’s Percussion (More Make Your Own)
A while back, the Joy Troupe NOVA Playgroup did an event we called “Percussion Factory,” where we got together and made percussion instruments out of recyclables and found objects. It …
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5+ DIYs New Moms Should Try
One of the most challenging parts of new parenthood is how much STUFF you suddenly have to acquire. Sometimes it just feels like all you do is spend money… This …
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Ian’s First Birthday Cakes
It’s time to talk about something very near and dear to my heart. Yes, we are discussing Birthday Cake. I took making Ian’s first cake very seriously… ok, not really. …
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Packing for Lactation
The biggest informational hole I experienced when I had my first baby had to do with what you should take with you to help you start breast feeding. I was blessed with a wonderful friend who sent me a whole care package of breast feeding supplies, and here I’ve compiled some information to pay it forward.
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