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Back To School

Don’t let those first day jitters get you or your little ones down! Check out our back to school guide for tips, advice and essays from real mamas.

Motherly Stories

Our son thanked us for ‘redshirting’ him in kindergarten

Reaching adulthood is not a race. I think we’d all enjoy an extra year of childhood if we had the chance.

Updated February 2, 2023

Child Shopping Guide

25+ back-to-school shoes for kids of all ages

From the perfect kicks for preschool to velcro options that will save you time and aggravation!

Updated July 15, 2024

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10 back-to-school bash ideas to get them excited for a new school year

Extend summer fun with these ideas that will get everyone ready for the first day of school.

Updated July 29, 2022

Products & Gear

20 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond

They'll love sporting these bags all year long.

Updated August 12, 2024

Food

23 kid-approved lunch ideas you’ll want to steal

Looking for some tried-and-true lunch time suggestions? We've got you covered, mama.

Updated September 7, 2021

Back To School

10 tips from a teacher for making virtual school work

And they're all totally doable. For real.

Updated September 1, 2021

Life

Your first day of school is a first for me, too

I've been acting fine with it this whole time, but to be honest, it tugs at my heart knowing how fleeting your youth is.

Updated August 20, 2019

Back To School

10 money-saving tips for back to school season

Going back to school doesn't have to be expensive.

Updated July 14, 2022

Back To School

7 Montessori-inspired ways to have a smoother morning with your kids

These tips will help your stressful mornings without impeding on your kids' independence.

Updated July 27, 2022

Tips & Tricks

7 Montessori-inspired ways to have a smoother morning with your kids

These tips will help your stressful mornings without impeding on your kids' independence.

Updated August 12, 2021

Parenting

30+ activities your kids can do instead of homework

Too much homework for kids can be harmful. Here are other ways for your children to learn at home.

Updated August 10, 2022

Parenting

10 kid-friendly breakfasts that are as easy as they are delicious

You will fear neither breakfast nor Mondays after checking out these tasty morning meals.

Updated November 19, 2015

Child Shopping Guide

12 best reusable food containers for your kid’s lunches

From stainless steel bento boxes to reusable silicone bags, we've got the waste-free, non-toxic food containers you're looking for, mama.

Updated June 25, 2024

Food

15 vegetarian school lunch ideas kids will gobble up

Need some plant-free lunch ideas to take to school? We got you, mama.

Updated March 31, 2023

Back To School

4 simple ways to ease that back-to-school stress, mama

2. Know that some things can wait.

Updated August 25, 2017

Life

10 Montessori phrases for kids who are struggling with back to school

The first day of school can be hard for everyone, mama. Here's how to use the Montessori method to help your child adjust.

Updated August 18, 2021

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15 stylish back-to-school hairstyles for kids

Give them back-to-school confidence with a fresh new style.

Updated August 3, 2022
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