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  • Mammoth Site

    Peyton has a fascination with dinosaurs. There was one point when she would only watch The Land Before Time and Ice Age movies. She’s better now and watches other shows but when I saw an opportunity to take her to a site where they are excavating Mammoth bones I knew I had to take her.… [Continue Reading]

    Mammoth Site
  • Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo

    Nestled in Apple Valley, Minnesota, the Minnesota Zoo offers families an immersive journey through diverse habitats from around the globe. With themed trails, interactive exhibits, and a vast array of animals, it’s a destination that promises adventure and education for visitors of all ages. 🌿 Tropics Trail: A Rainforest Adventure Step into the lush world… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Wild Wonders of the Minnesota Zoo
  • Crazy Horse

    South Dakota is steeped in history, it’s one of the main reasons I chose to take the kids here for MEA break. After visiting Mount Rushmore  we headed over to Crazy Horse. It’s only about a 15-20 minute drive. Crazy Horse is a privately funded memorial surviving on donations from the public. It’s a shame there is… [Continue Reading]

    Crazy Horse
  • 10 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall

    Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall Few things say “Minnesota fall” quite like a trip to an apple orchard. Crisp autumn air, colorful leaves, fresh-picked apples, warm cider, homemade donuts, corn mazes, hayrides, and pumpkin patches make apple orchards one of the most beloved family traditions of the season. Whether… [Continue Reading]

    10 Best Apple Orchards Near the Twin Cities to Visit This Fall
  • 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
  • Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App

    Peyton and I are in the Chicago area at least every other month. But I don’t want to invest in an I-Pass because I don’t need it in Minnesota. And Illinois is really the only place that we travel that has toll roads. But stopping at all those toll roads adds on travel time. That’s… [Continue Reading]

    Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App
  • Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families

    Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families When it comes to family-friendly outdoor adventures, Minneapolis is hard to beat. The city is home to one of the nation’s best park systems, offering beautiful lakes, incredible playgrounds, scenic walking trails, beaches, splash pads, picnic areas, and year-round activities for every age. Whether you’re planning a weekend… [Continue Reading]

    Ultimate Guide to Minneapolis Parks for Families
  • Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

    Peyton loves to go to zoos and it is my goal to take her to as many as I can while she is little. When I heard about the Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park I wanted to check it out. At first, I thought it was a zoo full snakes but I was completely wrong.… [Continue Reading]

    Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park
  • 20 Amazing Family Day Trips from the Twin Cities You’ll Love

    20 Amazing Day Trips from the Twin Cities for Families One of the best things about living in Minnesota is that you don’t have to travel far to find an incredible family adventure. Within just a couple of hours of Minneapolis and St. Paul, you’ll find charming river towns, scenic hiking trails, historic communities, unique… [Continue Reading]

    20 Amazing Family Day Trips from the Twin Cities You’ll Love
  • The Best Children’s Museums Around the Twin Cities: A Family Guide

    The Best Children’s Museums Around the Twin Cities: A Family Guide If you’re looking for an activity that’s fun, educational, and perfect for a rainy day, you can’t go wrong with a children’s museum. The Twin Cities are home to several fantastic museums where kids can climb, build, create, experiment, and learn through hands-on play.… [Continue Reading]

    The Best Children’s Museums Around the Twin Cities: A Family Guide

Finding Body Confidence As A New Mom

New Born Peyton

Becoming a mother is one of the most amazing moments in your life and it something which is amazing for us to experience in adulthood. Being a mom is the best feeling in the world as we have a little baby to look after and love, and it can fill our life with so much joy and meaning every single day. When it comes to becoming a mother, one of the things they don’t always tell you is that you may lose a lot of confidence. You could lose confidence in your body, in your mind and your ability to ...

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Green Tea & Peppermint Sugar Scrub

Green Tea & Peppermint Sugar Scrub

If you love sugar scrubs but hate the price tag or hate having to commit to a huge tub of one scent, you're going to want to pay attention. Today we are making green tea and peppermint sugar scrub in a small batch. I prefer making small batches over large batches because I like variety in my shower. I want to change it up depending on what my mood is. Since this is a preservative-free sugar scrub it's not going to have the shelf life like the ones you buy in store. There are no fillers or ...

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Minnie Mouse Inspired Marshmallow Treats

Minnie Mouse is a huge hit with preschoolers. I'm an adult and I love Minnie Mouse. So when I heard Minnie Bow Be Mine was coming out on DVD February 5th I decided I would make a little treat to go along with the release. Who doesn't like to munch on treats when they watch a movie? I do. That's one of our favorite things about going to the movie theater.  So today we are going to be making Minnie Mouse Inspired Marshmallow Treats. To make these yummy little treats at home you will need the ...

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4 Expenses to Plan for When the Kids Leave Home

For most of us, it seems a distant dream away. Unfortunately, like it or not, there will come a time where the kids fly the nest. It's at this point that the general consensus is that the costs, and some responsibilities, come to a halt. However, as we'll soon find out, this is the wrong way of looking at things. The point we are trying to make is that you do need to budget for life beyond childhood for the kids. Let's take a look at this in detail to show you what tends to happen. Expense ...

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How to Improve Your Lawn: 4 Easy Steps

An impressive-looking lawn is more than just an aesthetic asset for your home. It’s also a great way to improve the value of your property. Good landscaping is important if you want to get the best value for your home, so it’s important to invest time and money in improving the way your lawn looks to your guests and passersby. For this, let’s take a look at a few important tips you should consider when you’re improving your lawn. Give it a rustic atmosphere One thing’s for sure, many ...

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Grinch Inspired Hot Cocoa

I have been a fan of The Grinch for a very long time. When Peyton and I went to Universal Orlando last year that was one of my favorite places to visit, the Grinch area. They had a whole store full of all things Grinch. And I did end up spending a little there too. What Grinch fan could resist? Well, I've passed that love of The Grinch on to Peyton. She loves him too. There was one Christmas I even had a one of a kind Grinch dress made for my darling that she wore when we went to see The Grinch ...

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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, high-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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