2019-03-29 15:38
Introducing your baby to solid foods!
Breast milk or formula is the only food your newborn needs, and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breast-feeding for th… Read More
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My Silly Monkey Blog is where you will find all my Parenting Tips that I blog about. Whether it is about what favorite products I find helpful, sharing organizing ideas, or activities to keep your little ones busy, I share it in my posts. These “mommy tips” are tips that hopefully will make your life, or a loved one’s life easier!
2019-02-23 13:45
What is a Sensory Diet?
Having a sensory diet. This has nothing to do with what your child eats or does not eat. The first time I took Sofia to an occupational therapist she kept… Read More
2018-10-24 19:59
Subscription Craft Boxes For Kids!
So I am always seeing these cool subscription boxes for women or now a days even man crates…which got me thinking what about for subscription boxes… Read More
2018-09-11 17:27
Keto Friendly Pork Jerky
For all my busy moms out there who want healthy snacks for the family or for anyone that is following a Keto friendly diet please check out Crooked Creek Farm’… Read More
2018-08-30 20:08
Breastfeeding and Pumping Online Classes!
This is for all my breastfeeding and pumping moms or soon to be moms out there! If you have read some of my previous posts or checked out my resourc… Read More
2018-08-09 17:36
Sensory Bottles With Sequins
Making sensory bottles or calm down bottles for my daughter has been fun and a great parenting tool. Sensory bottles act as a “calm-down” aid by… Read More
2018-07-17 17:50
Visual Schedule!
There are many benefits to using a visual schedule with your child. Visual schedules or visual charts can be a powerful tool for keeping your child organized, staying… Read More
2018-06-12 19:20
Tips For Brushing Teeth With Sensory Processing Issues!
Does your toddler refuse to brush their teeth? Do they gag, cry, throw a tantrum or have other physical reactions to tooth brush… Read More
2018-05-02 17:20
Sensory Calm Down Bottles
These DIY sensory calm down bottles are super easy and fun to make. Sensory calm down bottles are a wonderful useful calming tool for toddlers or children wit… Read More
2018-05-02 17:20
Sensory Bottles!
These DIY sensory bottles are super easy and fun to make. Sensory bottles or calm down bottles are a wonderful useful calming tool for toddlers or children with sensor… Read More
2018-03-19 17:50
Whipped Cream Dyed Easter Eggs!
So let me share this new super fun and creative way of dying Easter Eggs. This is the same way of doing swirled eggs using shaving cream but if you actu… Read More
2018-03-08 21:50
Mom Hacks for Breastfeeding and Pumping!
Okay, ladies here are some great mom hacks for breastfeeding and pumping. I don’t know too many new moms that were 100% confident a… Read More
2018-02-19 18:45
Disney Memory Maker
Hey friends! If you are going to Disney World anytime soon, check into getting the Disney Memory Maker. This is another Disney World App that will make your trip so… Read More
2018-01-31 21:33
Mom Hacks!
You know those quick useful tips that we wished we thought of sooner? Those little things that make life easier or less complicated? Those are called mom hacks! Yes, please!! Hope… Read More
2018-01-08 21:46
Fluffy Slime!
Here is another DIY sensory toddler activity! I thought I would mix things up a little and make slime with shaving cream. Making slime with shaving cream creates a fluffi… Read More
2017-12-15 17:25
Easy Christmas Cookie!
The Holidays are here!! If you are in a pinch and need a delicious and easy Christmas cookie recipe, try my Hello Dolly cookies. Growing up, I used to make these… Read More
2017-11-09 20:33
Best Toddler Toys!
It’s getting to that time of year again when everyone starts exchanging wish lists and starts preparing for the holiday season. I found it is much less stressf… Read More
2017-10-25 15:38
Disney Stroller Tips!
Having a stroller at Disney is key if you have a young child or baby. The average person walks about 5 miles at a Disney Park, that’s a lot of walking for a… Read More
2017-10-17 16:19
MagicBand Tips!
Here are all my tips for making the most of your MagicBand and Disney experience. I highly recommend getting a MagicBand!! These waterproof bands are made of flexible p… Read More
2017-10-11 20:51
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique!
If you have a little girl who loves all things, princess, this is the place. The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique takes children the age of 3-12. Mostly it is all gir… Read More
2017-10-11 20:51
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Tips!
If you have a little girl who loves all things, princess, this is the place. The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique takes children the age of 3-12. Mostly it is al… Read More
2017-10-04 16:53
Fine Motor Activities!
My daughter really needs to beef up her fine motor skills and so any additional toddler activities I can have her do the better she gets at developing those muscles.&n&hell…Read More
2017-09-15 17:19
Hurricane Preparedness!
As I was coming home from a wonderful trip to Disney, Hurricane Irma was making her way towards Florida. I was not prepared for a hurricane at all! I literally… Read More
2017-09-06 17:59
Glitter Slime Recipe!
This was a very easy and inexpensive DIY toddler craft! Works great for a sensory toddler activity. You can pick any color combination you think your child… Read More
2017-08-23 15:41
Potty Training Tips!
Here are my 6 tips for potty training. My daughter started potty training at a young age of 15 months. She would dirty her diaper and then she kept bringing me new diape… Read More
2017-08-10 17:30
Baby Sign Language!
These are my top 5 essential baby sign language signs. I am talking game changers! The decrease in major crying frustrated moments that my daughter had, just by doing the… Read More
2017-07-25 17:27
Color Sorting Activities!
If you are like me you love simple DIY inexpensive toddler activities. I really try to limit T.V. time and these type of activities seem to help keep my toddl… Read More
2017-07-12 17:08
Moving, selling your home, and or buying a home all are usually pretty stressful events. Happy but stressful. Moving with a toddler…well that was a whole new fun ball of frustration a… Read More
2017-06-25 23:14
Toddler Activities!
Finding a great and easy toddler activity is the best winning feeling for a parent! Finding one that you don’t have to buy and that improves fine motor skills is ev… Read More
2017-06-25 23:14
DIY Fine Motor Skills Toddler Activity!
Moms you are going to love this toddler activity! I made this for my daughter when she was 2 1/2. She is now 3 and still plays with this! Need a littl… Read More
2017-06-13 20:09
Positive Birth Affirmations!
Affirmations are defined as the practice of positive thinking and self-empowerment—fostering a belief that “a positive mental attitude supported by a… Read More
2017-05-11 16:46
Rainbow Rice Sensory Box! This is a great DIY toddler activity. I even let my toddler help me make the rainbow rice. Definitely, add this DIY sensory activity to add to your toddler’s… Read More
2017-05-10 16:56
Toddler Diaper Bag Essentials! Last year I posted about what was in my then 2 years old diaper bag titled Diaper Bag Essentials. Time has flown by and now I have a “threenager”… Read More
2017-04-19 17:13
Babies cry. A lot. The three main reasons they cry are: they are hungry, they need to be changed, or they have gas. Ugh, infant gas! An infant’s stomach is still growing and devel… Read More
2017-04-07 16:06
Traveling with a toddler! Yikes. So in the past 6 months, I have traveled 3 times all road trips with my Husband and daughter (who turned 3 last week). I am still shocked t… Read More
2017-03-09 19:57
Questions to ask when choosing a daycare! Choosing a day care is not an easy experience. Even after you do your research and have your list of places to interview, they may have a wait… Read More
2017-03-03 20:32
Here is another crock pot favorite for busy moms! Crock Pot Chicken Enchiladas! This is super easy, inexpensive and delicious.
Ingredients for Crock Pot Chicken Enchiladas:
1 can of red ench… Read More
2017-02-24 19:23
Hi friends! Below is a list of my blogging resources that I find beneficial and highly recommend using to build or grow your site.
This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are… Read More
2017-02-24 14:55
Please see my list of parent resources for children and families. Think of this page as my family resource center for you.
These are my parent resources that are comprised of apps or sites t… Read More
2017-02-16 18:36
Here you go soon to be moms! The Best Places to Register for Baby! Everyone talks about what to register for your baby. What the latest and greatest ultimate baby gear is (even m… Read More
2017-02-01 21:46
Here are my questions to ask when interviewing your pediatrician. Choosing the right pediatrician should be a thought out decision, and not just who is close to me and on my insurance?
Aside… Read More
2017-02-01 21:46
Interviewing Your Pediatrician!
Interviewing your pediatrician! Choosing the right pediatrician should be a thought out decision, and not just who is close to me and on my insurance? Here ar… Read More
2017-01-19 15:19
Here are my breast pumping tips for moms returning to work. Going back to work can be pretty overwhelming and emotional. Hopefully these breastfeeding tips and pumping tips will help allevia… Read More
2017-01-05 18:33
Let’s be honest, the idea of giving birth, aside from being excited and a wonderful blessing, can be a bit scary!! Especially if you are a first time mom. At least it was for me… Read More
2016-12-28 21:47
Best grocery shopping app! As a parent,who doesn’t want to know how to save money on food? I will be honest, I have never been good at clipping coupons. I mean, I would clip them… Read More
2016-12-14 20:45
Breastfeeding! If you are going to be breastfeeding you are going to need some products or gear to help you. Make no mistake breastfeeding is tough! Seriously, you want all the h… Read More
2016-12-07 20:14
Here is another great find for busy moms! So my mother-in-law (Geri) recently discovered one of the coolest phone apps called Touchnote. Why is it so cool?? Well this $2.99 app lets you send… Read More
2016-11-27 04:05
Travel toddler bed! Another purchase that has turned into a very handy toddler travel must have!This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are 100% my own. Please read disclosure… Read More
2016-11-14 21:14
Easiest Chuck Roast Crock Pot Recipe!!Okay busy parents this one is for you! As someone who really enjoys cooking, I never really got enthused with the crock pot. It just didn&rs&hell…Read More
2016-11-04 15:19
Velcro Baby Busy Board!Who doesn’t love an activity for your baby that is free or an easy DIY “activity”? I made this DIY Velcro busy board for my daughter, when she was 10… Read More
2016-10-26 16:54
Here are my top 9 Essential items for your Baby Medicine Kit! (Outside of the obvious thermometer, and band-aids.)
When you become a parent it doesn’t take long to realize that Mary Po… Read More
2016-10-24 18:26
If you are a mom like me, you want to make sure whoever is watching your child that they have ALL the information they need. I created a babysitter checklist that provides the essentia… Read More
2016-09-28 17:23
Easiest egg muffin just grab and go! I enjoy cooking, but I don’t always have the time to make overly complicated meals or recipes that have a million steps. Since becoming a mom… Read More
2016-09-24 19:14
Need something new to keep your toddler busy? Try using this ice sensory toddler activity using ice and Tupperware.
I have a very busy nonstop energized toddler. Everywhere she goes th… Read More
2016-09-15 16:42
Baby Memory Box! Easy DIY~
After giving birth, and before you leave the hospital, you will already have started an accumulation of newborn baby memorabilia. I wish I had read about or… Read More
2016-09-09 01:17
Mommy Tips on organizing your child’s artwork!
The first year of having a baby is challenging. Not just getting the feeding and sleep schedule down, then you just have all this … Read More
2016-08-31 20:59
This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are 100% my own. Please read disclosure here.
The Ultimate Baby Registry Checklist! If you are a first time mom you may be feeling how… Read More
2016-08-12 17:35
Here is my checklist of items and tips for What To Pack For Your Hospital Bag!
Every mom wonders… what should I pack for my hospital bag? Here are my essentials of what to bring… Read More
2016-07-30 04:40
Now that I have a 2 year old (time flies!) my list of things to pack and go have changed.
Depending on where we are going; changes what I need to pack, and actually what bag I bring. So I br… Read More
2016-07-30 04:28
Now that I have a toddler (where does the time go?) my list of things to pack to get out of the house have changed. I created a simple checklist to make life easier on what to bring/pa… Read More
2016-07-30 04:24
Top 5 Toddler Must Haves!!
This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are 100% my own. Read my disclosure here.
Here are my must have toddler essentials that parents need, aside… Read More
2016-07-30 04:12
Breast Milk Storage Guidelines! Please use this spreadsheet! My storage guidelines spreadsheet will make your life just a little bit easier. If you are like me, the first few wee… Read More
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