Indoor activities for children

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Let's face it. So many of us are sick of staying indoors. A lot of businesses are operating normally in my area. Plenty of people also are vaccinated or wearing masks. Social distancing is encouraged I notice when I visit stores and restaurants. 

During the winter months I just prefer to stay in a lot more. Not just because it is cold; I homeschool, there are less outdoor play dates and I stay busier with work from home. I guess I am hustling more since holidays are approaching and I have quite a bit of family and friends birthdays during the winter. With all of that going on; I enjoy being at home as much as I can when Fall ends. I like my alone time then I suppose...I appreciate it more so. 

When you are a mom...you do not get off days. I am lucky enough to have some help with family but we have learned to enjoy being happy at home a lot now. My son actually asks to stay home when I try to encourage him to go places or get out sometimes. He has plenty of toys, coloring books, board games and movies to watch.

 

Outschool has plenty of classes for children

He loves gaming so I find a lot of outside activities so he is not always on the ipad. He does sports, play with friends and we go to parks a lot. When we are at home; he honestly loves climbing. I seen so many moms talking about cool toys where kiddos can make forts, lounge on and play with. Children can get so creative with some things! I love how their minds work; it is adorable. 

Staying indoors saves money and a lot of us have made the best of it with the pandemic going on. Here is a list of indoor activities to help keep your little ones occupied indoors. KidPass has many virtual activities and classes.

Tinkergarten classes are great for children to explore nature

My son is actually very much so a homebody. I can be too during winter months in fact. There are always indoor pools to visit or board games to do at home. I enjoy fine dining during my free time but sometimes I just do not want to leave home. 

Cooking is also a nice idea to bond with your family from the comfort of your own home. Plus; your children can learn some life and math skills while you do it. Check out this super cool kitchen item for parents and children to use

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Arts + Crafts

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Outdoor play *if weather permits

If weather is nice; perhaps visit a public park, library or go on a hike to save money. At home you can use chalk, bubbles, go on a walk or watch cool movies.

Build and play inside incredible cardboard forts, castles, mazes, and tunnels. Fun for all ages. Get kids off screens with creative real-world play.

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Evan-Moor’s free customizable bookmark templates are a great way to help children stay-on-track with independent activities and find their places easily with bookmarks created just for them.

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Gift Ideas for a craft lover

 

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If you have a lover off all things D.I.Y. in your family then consider gifting them one or some of these items; it could keep them quite busy and entertained. I am going to get the pink items and start learning how to use them. The pink products would look cute in my office space.

Items I am interested in making are cute t-shirts for my son for birthdays or special occasions. Sometimes I spend around thirty bucks (USD) after shipping fees to orders items like that. I do not do it on a regular basis but yearly or so. It would just be more fun and convenient to just start doing those projects on my own. 

Once I gather all the items needed or main gear to get started I know I will enjoy it and save money over time. I took a sewing class years back and actually really liked it. It was quite therapeutic for me. I was able to forget about things and just focus on what I was making.

Learning how to use these craft machines and make new things can be something to do for yourself to relax. These days I am always on the lookout for positive things to do. If I do not keep busy I tend to not feel as motivated or energetic. I like trying new things and not getting in a weird "funk" since I homeschool and work from home. It is healthy for me to do hobbies often. 

I have done homeschooling for a couple of years. Homeschooling means arts and crafts at times so this would be a nice product to keep for years.

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Where to find fabulous swim wear

I love a fabulous bikini; I cannot deny that. Especially since I recently finally felt confident enough to wear one again after having a baby years back.

Finding trendy, modest or even unique swim wear is not always easy. Especially if you live in colder areas where swim wear does not really sell much in your area. I ran into that issue once...

A lot of moms also struggle with finding cute one-pieces or more modest looks. I loved making this list of where to find cute swim wear. 

I love more revealing bikinis at times too; especially if I do not want tan lines. 

 

 

Rent private pools.

Explore the stylish plus size swimwear at Pinkqueen.com, enjoy the summer and have fun!

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Where to find fabulous handbags?

 

Where to find cute handbags?

Goddiva has amazing dresses, shoes, formal wear, wedding fashion, accessories, lounge wear, handbags and more! Check them out by clicking HERE.

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Finally; Fabulous Flats!

 I have struggled for years finding fabulous flats. FINALLY!

What a relief. I always need cute buy comfy flats for work.

Plus; I am not always into wearing a tall heel. I am a tired and busy mom on most days :) Which I would not trade for the world...but I want to be stylish still.

Finally; stylish flats! 

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Eyebrows Exclusively

 I think brows really make a huge difference. I feel like I am missing something from my makeup routine for sure if I do not use brow products.

 Here are some to try on your next beauty buy haul: 

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Hair care Products

Put these fabulous products on your hair care routine's to-do list. 

 

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