Archives October 2023

It’s one of my favorite times of the year. Although I miss the fall I grew up with in Northeastern PA, I do enjoy the crisp cool weather we get here every once in a while in Central Texas. So why not get into the Pumpkin Spice Season, with these tasty Pumpkin Spice Protein Bites? Great for kiddos and adults alike!

Since my children were about 8 months they loved to play with sensory bins! We’ve done everything from scooping black beans and rice, to sorting poof balls into toilet paper rolls, to kinetic sand and excavators. This time, I wanted to do something a little different!  My least favorite part of sensory bins is making sure my 2 and 3 year old keep the items from the sensory bin, out of their mouth. Even though they know they shouldn’t stick it in their months, they still do. So today I decided to try completely edible sensory bins!*This post may contain affiliate links where I may earn from qualified purchases.For these bins you’ll need the following!

• 16qt  Plastic Bin – I bought these at target and they’ve been great!
• Tapioca Pearls or Boba Pearls – You can find these on Amazon!
• 6oz Jello – you can use any flavor or color I used Berry Blue
• Strawberry Cheerios
• Gummy fish or bears
• Annies Chocolate Chip Bunnies
• Blender or food processor

We’re going to start this one off by saying… I’m 36 years oldand bought and played with my first set of slime last weekend. I’ve fallen down the TikTok rabbit hole of slime scoopability videos. I never for the life of me, would have thought, this is the most enjoyable thing to watch. So of course, I HAD to buy some. After playing with the slime for over an hour I decided my kids needed to partake in this fun too!*This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases! ​

Today we’re making a very simple DIY Slime recipe at home that you and your kids can make together! ​Ingredients:

1. 1-Cup Glue Note- You can use Elmers or any similar type of glue. I like Amazon Basics Clear Glue 
2. 1- Tablespoon Baking Soda
3. 1.5-2 Tablespoons Contact lens solution. Note- I like this one

Add In-  Not necessary but makes them a ton of fun! I bought a simple kit from Amazon which you can find here!
Food coloring
Essential Oils -To make it smell delicious!