Summer Bucket List: Ways to have a Safe and FUN Summer in Chicago’s Suburbs
Summer maybe a little bit different this year. Instead of traveling and being on the go, we've pivoted and learned to stay closer to home. Although this summer may be a little bit different, here are some safe but fun ideas to keep you busy - in Chicago and beyond....
Always eat after 7 pm and lose weight? Challenge accepted!
Disclosure: This post is brought to you by our sponsor, “Always Eat After 7 PM”. The opinions expressed below are my own. Since we've been staying home more, I've taken time to enjoy the simpler things in life. Time outside with the kids. Hikes. Bike rides. Reading....
Miss those DoubleTree Hotel cookies? We made them.
We miss travel no doubt. One of our favorite travel memories is checking into a hotel and finding a sweet treat waiting for us. If you've ever been to a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, they have these soft warm chocolate chip cookies that are oh-so-good. And guess what?...
The Best Spring Activities for Kids Stuck at Home + FREE Printable
Spring has always been my favorite season and it's a little bummer that we cannot enjoy the season to its fullest. Although we may be stuck at home, there are plenty of spring activities to keep the kids busy and not bored! Check it out then download the free...
Awesome Ideas for Stuffing Easter Baskets (No Candy!)
Easter is slowly sneaking up on us. If you're still looking for things to fill their Easter baskets, here are a few to help lead the way. Better yet, none of these include candy! Happy Easter! Disclosure: I was provided some of the products in exchange for a...
3 Easy ways to improve kids gut health
As I mentioned before, paying attention to our kids' health is now more important than ever. One thing you've probably never thought about twice is their gut health. Did you know that the gut (GI system) is home to 70% of the body's total number of immune...
Awesome Virtual Travel Experiences in the Midwest
Although many of us are stuck home, it doesn't mean that we can't travel virtually. From really adorable animal interactions like feeding a sloth to touring a museum's art collection virtually, these Midwest attractions let viewers learn while having fun all from the...
Staying healthy with Little DaVinci Mighty Vite
With the state that we're in, nothing is more important now than my kids' health. Besides eating as much fruit and veggies, we've also upped our vitamin game. We even had a chance to try Little DaVinci mighty vite and I have to say the kids and I are fans! Disclosure:...
Family Guide to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago
We recently spent the day at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago's Lincoln Park. What a great place to learn about nature, the animals, and have fun at the same time! If you're planning a visit soon (you should!) here is our family friendly guide...
Hotel EMC2: A Geeked Out Family Stay at this Art and Science-themed Chicago Hotel
What happens when a hotel combines a love of science and art? One of the coolest, geeked out hotels for travelers - Hotel EMC2! Named after Einstein's equation for relativity, the art and science themed boutique hotel Hotel EMC2 is definitely something to geek out...
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