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  • Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Park: The Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities

    Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Educational Park: A Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities If you’re looking for a fun, affordable summer adventure that’s close enough for a day trip from the Twin Cities, Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Educational Park should be at the top of your list. Located in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin, this family-friendly destination offers… [Continue Reading]

    Fawn-Doe-Rosa Wildlife Park: The Perfect Family Day Trip from the Twin Cities
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season

    Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season If you’re looking for one family activity that’s worth putting on your calendar this year, make it a visit to the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) in Minneapolis. Consistently recognized as one of the nation’s premier theaters for young audiences, Children’s Theatre Company creates productions… [Continue Reading]

    Twin Cities Family Guide to the 2026–2027 Children’s Theatre Company Season
  • Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Animals, Trails, Events & Visitor Tips

    Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go If you’re looking for one of the best family day trips in the Twin Cities, the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley should be at the top of your list. Home to thousands of animals from around the world, the zoo offers… [Continue Reading]

    Family Guide to the Minnesota Zoo: Animals, Trails, Events & Visitor Tips
  • Wind Cave National Park

    While we were visiting South Dakota I wanted to spend some time in the National Parks. There are a few different parks you can visit while in the Rapid City area. Unfortunately, time flew by and we were only able to fit in one National Park. Wind Cave National Park is located just a short… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park
  • Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky

    We arrived! It’s our third day in Kentucky and for the next two nights, we are staying at the Country Inn & Suites in Bowling Green.  The Country Inn & Suites is a great option for families, with pools, complimentary breakfasts and spacious rooms paired with friendly staff you’ll never want to leave. Peyton and… [Continue Reading]

    Finding Comfort at the Country Inn & Suites Bowling Green Kentucky
  • Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour

    Peyton discovered cave tours last year when I took her on one in southern Minnesota. From that moment on, she has been begging to go on more cave tours. South Dakota has several guided tours available to the public at various caves. Since we were already exploring Wind Cave National Park I decided to take… [Continue Reading]

    Wind Cave National Park: Scenic Cave Tour
  • Welcome to Grand Island, Nebraska!

    Grand Island, Nebraska, is a fun and friendly city right in the heart of the United States. It may not be as famous as New York City or Los Angeles, but Grand Island has a lot of cool things to offer. Whether you’re into nature, history, or just want a new place to explore, this… [Continue Reading]

    Welcome to Grand Island, Nebraska!

Tips To Enjoy A Family Break For Less

Wind Cave National Park

The average vacation for a family of four abroad can cost into the thousands, especially if you are looking for a vacation that is all inclusive. There are many places you can take a vacation and go camping instead of staying in a hotel, but if camping isn’t your thing, what do you do instead? You don’t have to penny pinch to enjoy a vacation. The trick is to know exactly what your family wants. There are so many types of vacations out there from beach vacations abroad to road trips along the ...

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The Light Between Oceans

The Light Between Oceans

It's out! Today The Light Between Oceans comes out! Oh, I really wanted to see this when it was in theaters but never got a chance to. For those of you not familiar let me fill you in on the story. The Light Between Oceans is a beautiful and touching love story. But not your typical love story. Yes, there is a couple, Tom and Isabel Sherbourne. They have a love every couple wants. It's passionate, supportive, caring and more.  Until one day, Isabel finds out she cannot have children. Oh, that ...

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Family Camping Tips

Bull Frog Camping

When packing for a camping trip it’s hard to know if you’ve packed too much or too little, but walking into a camping store can sometimes complicate the issue. There is so much equipment on offer in these places that you’re in danger of getting carried away, which won’t make the mobility (or spontaneity) of your trip any easier. What’s more, you don’t want to be wasting your hard earned cash on nifty gadgets at the expense of total necessities. So, to assist with your packing dilemma, we have ...

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Word World Let’s Make Music!

Word World Let's Make Music

Another great show for preschoolers is available on DVD today! Word World Let's Make Music was just released on DVD. It's now time for your preschooler to get up and sing and dance around the house. If you're not familiar with Word Wold let me fill you in. First off, it's adorable! Every character is made up of letters, creating a word. For example, a dog is made up of the letter d-o-g but looks and acts like a dog. It's really a brilliant way to expose little minds to words. There are a ...

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Six Reasons Kids Need Pets

Finnie eating Pupperoni

When you are a mom, it is fun to see everything through the eyes of your children. Everything is new and magical and lots of fun for them. One thing, in particular, is animals. Our kids can get so excited about seeing a pet dog walking with their owner down the street. A trip to a farm or a zoo is heaven for them as they see all of the different animals on display. It can be easy to see why many children will then ask for a pet as a result. But do you know what? There are many benefits of our ...

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Pureology: Serious Color Care

Pureology Precious Oil

I've been coloring my hair since college. That means I've been coloring my hair for 15 years! And that can cause damage, lots of damage. Every time you color your hair you are damaging it. I do it because I want to cover up gray hairs. Well, actually they are white. Typically, my family starts going gray in their teens. It's just our genetics. So I'm never going to stop coloring my hair but I will look for personal care products that are going to help keep my hair healthy. Pureology has several ...

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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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