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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.

Ways to Teach the Alphabet While Playing Outdoors this Summer

Summer is right around the corner and the perfect time to teach your children the alphabet. However, teaching the alphabet outdoors can get a little tricky. If needed, check out Loddie Doddie for great chalk! Check out these tips for teaching the alphabet while playing outdoors this summer. Letter Hunt Take turns finding objects that …

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Small Changes That Mean a Lot

  This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, MARS Wrigley Confectionery. All opinions are mine alone. #CreamySNICKERS #CollectiveBias Working from home does tend to become very routine and predictable. Even when a curveball is thrown, like a sick child staying home from school, it’s been done before so even THAT …

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Cheer Mom Is Now My Life – Advice For Cheer Moms

I always (like, ALWAYS) wanted to be a cheerleader. You guys, I actually tried out in junior high but I was such a nervous wreck and so scared and introverted that I ended up CRYING and leaving. It was bad. So seeing Haley have so much confidence and having so much fun from competitive cheering …

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Family-Friendly Activities to Try this Winter

Winter weekend adventures can totally be a thing! In the summer or spring, we tend to make every weekend fun and activity-filled, but when it’s freezing out we tend to stay indoors. So, I’m going to show you how (if the roads are drivable and safe) you can totally head out this winter for a …

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