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Mandi Welbaum

Hi, I’m Mandi, mom of three currently living in southwest Ohio. I’ve been blogging since 2008 and over the years have explored all sorts of topics to write about: parenting and family life, travel, food, and even a little DIY and crafting.

Developing Gross Motor Skills in Young Children

Movement plays a crucial role in a child’s development. And while every child learns movements at an individual rate, developmental delays may cause concern and hardship. As parents, we are constantly watching for milestones to be hit and it’s important for us to know the typical developmental timeline and to bring to our doctor’s attention …

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Grown-Up Shots for Grown-Up Parties

Shots don’t need to be relegated to crowded college bars with sticky floors or darkened nightclubs with thumping bass. These fun drinks are sure to please at grown-up gatherings as well. Whether it’s New Year’s Eve at home or a poolside holiday celebration, there are hundreds of different shots to liven up every party. Lemon …

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Boost College Savings and Celebrate 529 Day

Another school year in the books! This year looked different, but we somehow did it and everyone is passing on to the next grade and excited to get back to the actual classroom! It also means we are one year closer to graduation and that’s a scary thought. Graduation from high school means planning a …

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Tackling Nighttime Accidents With A New Sidekick

This post is sponsored in partnership with Ninjamas.  As a mom of three, I thought I had been through it all, that nothing could surprise me. Of course, I was proven wrong. While potty training itself wasn’t difficult for us, we do have to experience the not-so-pleasant nighttime accidents that happen from time to time.  …

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Raising Cane’s Makes For Dinner Magic

Thank you to Raising Cane’s Ohio for sponsoring this post!  When you have three kids to feed, don’t want to deal with individual orders, and want it fast – you should take a trip through Raising Cane’s drive-thru for one of their tailgate orders! If everyone can agree on chicken and fries, then you can …

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