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  • New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin

    I have a place you MUST visit if you are in the Hudson, Wisconsin area! Little Italy located in Downtown Hudson, Wisconsin is the Italian restaurant we all needed on this side of the river. If you have been a reader of Peyton’s Momma for any amount of time, you are well aware that we… [Continue Reading]

    New Restaurant Alert – Little Italy Downtown Hudson Wisconsin
  • Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend

    The Chicago area is one of our favorite destinations. It’s only 5 hours from home and full of museums, zoos, attractions and more. It’s the perfect change of scenery for the weekend. On our most recent trip, we stayed in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. It’s just a short drive outside of Chicago, however, it’s centrally… [Continue Reading]

    Escape to the Windy City for the Weekend
  • 5 Tips to Beat the Heat at Valleyfair

    With summers being so short in Minnesota we try to cram as much as possible into it.  One of our favorite Minnesota places to spend time in the summer is Valleyfair. It’s a must-visit place for us every summer. But this summer Mother Nature is trying to break some records with triple-digit days! That is… [Continue Reading]

    5 Tips to Beat the Heat at Valleyfair
  • Kona Ice of Stillwater

    Every weekend I look for food trucks that will be in our local area. Since the Minnesota State Fair was canceled and we can’t really travel much, finding and trying out new food trucks every weekend has kinda become our thing. I’ve seen Kona Ice of Stillwater posts in our local mom’s groups and I… [Continue Reading]

    Kona Ice of Stillwater
  • The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota

    Minnesota is a dream destination for families looking to combine fun, learning, and outdoor adventure. From hands-on museums to waterfall hikes and scenic small towns, there’s something for every age and interest. Here are five of the best family-friendly places to visit in Minnesota — perfect for weekend getaways or memory-making summer vacations. Minneapolis–Saint Paul… [Continue Reading]

    The 5 Best Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Minnesota
  • Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota

    Stillwater, Minnesota, nestled along the scenic St. Croix River, offers a delightful blend of history, outdoor adventures, and sweet treats, making it an ideal destination for family getaways. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer vacation, Stillwater’s charming downtown and surrounding areas provide a variety of activities to entertain visitors of all ages.… [Continue Reading]

    Family Fun in Stillwater, Minnesota
  • Dinosaur Park

    If you’ve followed us for a while, you probably know Peyton is obsessed with The Land Before Time. She owns every single movie and episode ever made. Even the one that came out earlier this year! When I found out there was a dinosaur park in Rapid City I knew it was going to be… [Continue Reading]

    Dinosaur Park
  • Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child

    Recently, Peyton and I attended a conference in Sandusky, Ohio. While we were there I decided to make some time to take her to Cedar Point Amusement Park. Peyton loves roller coasters and all things Snoopy so I thought it would be a great way to spend a little family fun time together on a… [Continue Reading]

    Navigating Cedar Point Amusement Park with a Special Needs Child
  • Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure

    Have an upcoming vacation planned to Univeral Orlando? Looking for a fun way to count down the days and get excited about your visit? If you said yes, then I have the movie countdown list for you! Each movie is represented in Islands of Adventure or Universal Studios Orlando. Watch a new movie each night… [Continue Reading]

    Movie Countdown for Your Next Universal Vacation – Islands of Adventure
  • A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota

    When I first heard Great Wolf Lodge was coming to Minnesota I’ll admit, I was super excited! Great Wolf Lodge is known to have some of the best family fun activities. Did you see I mentioned activities? As in plural. Great Wolf Lodge is much much more than a water park. They have something for… [Continue Reading]

    A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota

Set the Mood this Holiday with Grow Fragrance

Grow Fragrance

We have company over often throughout the year. And once fall hits, it seems like a nonstop parade of guests coming and going throughout the home. But I also have pets and a messy child. Plus I like to cook. So our house may not always smell the best. But I don't want to use a chemical laden spray to try and rid my home of funky odors. Remember, those pets and that messy child are still in the home and I do not want them breathing in toxins. So what am I to do? Open the windows when it's 9 ...

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Getting a Little Crabby with Flexo

Flexo Ocean Life Crab

What child does not like building things? Like tall towers or castles? Flexo takes building and creativity to a whole new level.  With Flexo you can make fun and creative sea creatures that actually float in water! This is taking bath time to a whole new level. We were sent the Crab Flexo set and I wanted to see just how easy it is to put together. Now, there are directions in the package but I highly suggest watching the instructional video as well. I didn't understand it very well until ...

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5 Tips For Road Tripping to Grandma’s House

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The holidays are right around the corner which means many of us will be traveling to our loved one's homes at some point in the next month or so. It also means that it's winter, the weather is unpredictable and roads are not always in the best conditions. So I'm going to share with you a few of my tips and tricks for taking a winter road trip. Fresh Wiper Blades I frequently drive to Chicago throughout the year. It's about a 5-hour drive, in perfect weather. The last few times I've been ...

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Buzz into the Holidays with Beessential

Beessential Lip Balm

Winter arrived with a vengeance this year here in the midwest. The temps have been freezing cold and well below normal paired with gusty winds makes for a miserable time outside. Top that with an early arrival of the flu virus and harsh viruses spreading through the schools means we need to take care of ourselves and be kind to our bodies. Beessential is one way I can take care of my family and myself with a company that uses natural, pure ingredients that are good for us and our ...

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Pudus for the Cat Lover in You

PUDUS I Love My Cat Classic Socks

Sometimes finding the perfect gift for someone can be a challenge. But if you are looking for the perfect gift for a cat lover and they have cold feet I have the perfect gift idea for you! Or even if they are not a cat lover and live in a northern state I have the perfect gift idea for you too! Pudus. What's Pudus? I'm pretty sure you just asked yourself that question. Pudus are these comfy socks that are super warm and come in cute designs. We were sent 2 different cat designs and they ...

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Discover the Lexus RX 350L

Lexus RX 350L

While I was in Palm Springs this month I spent a fair amount of time in the Lexus RX 350L. Do you know why I wanted to drive the Lexus RX 350L? First, it's a luxury SUV all about family with its third row. And second, it's Delilah's car on  A Million Little Things!  She's my favorite character on the show. Even the producer of A Million Little Things knew that the Lexus RX was the perfect family SUV. My first time in the RX was about a 3 hours drive from LAX to the Miramonte Indian Wells ...

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About Peyton’s Momma

Shanna is a single mom living in the suburbs of the Twin Cities raising her daughter.

Shanna blogs about family, food, travel, middle-school-age children topics, and more. She shares tips and tricks she has discovered to help make her life run smoother.

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