The Mod Mommy

Holding it down with humor and snacks

Bring Disney Pixar Cars to Life With DIY Racetrack

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In my children’s playroom we have a train table that has roads, parking lots and buildings. Normally, there are train tracks built on it, but one day I said “Clear everything off it, we’re going to use it as our racetrack!”

No Equipment Needed! Beach Games for Kids

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Earlier this month I appeared on The Rhode Show to share some creative ideas for entertaining the little ones while at the beach. Check out these easy, no equipment needed sand games!

Summer Birthday Party Success for Small Kids

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After holding two other first birthday parties, I now know what worked for me and what didn’t. My goal was to actually be able to enjoy it and not feel like the caterer. Here are some easy tips to keep in mind when planning a birthday party for kids.

Family Fun For All Ages at Launch Trampoline Park

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If you’re trying to picture what an indoor trampoline park looks like, imagine a massive room with tons of trampolines divided into individual squares, to form one GIANT jumping surface. With even more trampolines lining the walls, it’s an adrenaline junkies’ dream. Or the dream of an active two-year-old like my son!

5 Fun Summer Outdoor Toys for Little Kids

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It’s that time of year when my children want to play outside ALL DAY LONG. With three small kids in tow, I try to keep them entertained for longer than a few minutes. If it were up to them, they would just run around the yard screaming and chasing each other. You can find me trailing behind.

DIY Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt

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I thought of this idea when I was in my attic searching for all of my Easter decorations. I was wondering what else I could do with all of the plastic eggs leading up to the holiday.

#DisneySide Cars-themed party fit for a toddler

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When it came time to plan my two year old son’s birthday party I knew it had to revolve around cars. My son carries little cars and trucks with him everywhere. Sometimes even to bed! Car was one of his first words, so it was a no brainer to use Disney’s Cars as the theme for his big celebration.

Summer reading picks for preschoolers

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Summer is a great time to catch up on reading or to start good reading habits with your children. My daughter and I have been spending our afternoons reading new books, as that’s our special time together because my 17-month-old is napping.