When summer arrives, there’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh strawberries to evoke memories of sunny days and outdoor adventures. We recently did our first strawberry picking of the season. When we got home my toddler was so excited to bake with them. I asked him what we were going to make and his…
I. Love. Rhubarb. And without a doubt this recipe is an all time favorite of mine. This old fashioned rhubarb dessert combines sweet tart rhubarb with a creamy baked custard layered over a buttery shortbread crust. It’s simple, nostalgic, and absolutely irresistible. This recipe comes straight from my grandma’s kitchen. I can still picture sitting…
There are some activities that just feel like summer, and homemade ice cream in a bag is one of them. It is simple, exciting, a little messy, and ends with a sweet reward everyone loves. In our house, ice cream is a year-round favorite, but making your own on a warm summer afternoon adds a…
We go through a LOT of bubbles in the summer. Countless hours spent blowing bubbles, but also plenty of spilled bubbles. That’s why we love a good homemade bubble recipe, a timeless activity that’s not only entertaining but also packed with developmental benefits for children. It’s easy enough to make and you can make them…
Say goodbye to bland salads and hello to a burst of flavor with our homemade Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette! This versatile dressing adds a delightful tanginess and sweetness to your greens, elevating every bite to a culinary masterpiece. It took me an embarrassing amount of my adult life to realize how easy it is to make…
I wouldn’t say my toddler is a picky eater, but he’s definitely a toddler eater. By that I mean, we aren’t super into expanding our pallet and trying a ton of diverse flavors. As much as I would like to say that my child loves kale and prefers green juice to milkshakes… that’s simply not…
Car travel with babies is sometimes unpredictable, but car travel with toddlers … that can be rough. After many, many road trips with our first baby, we thought we were pros. And then that sweet baby who could be occupied with soft books and Spotify playlists turned into a demanding toddler who wanted to do…
While we love where we live, we’re unfortunately a road trip away from both sets of grandparents. That means we spend lots of time in the car with our kids at an early age. I think each of my boys had their first road trip to grandma and grandpa’s when they were about a month…
Summer days are long. With young kids at home, they’re often very long. But at least where we live, it’s also the best weather of the year. That means it’s the perfect time to engage in outdoor activities that blend fun with learning. One such exciting project is building solar ovens with kids. Not only…
As summer heats up, there’s nothing quite like a cool, refreshing beverage to beat the heat. Hands down, one of the most nostalgia inducing summer beverages for me is rhubarb slush. This tangy-sweet concoction is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a breeze to make. Growing up in the upper Midwest,…