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  • Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family? If you’re planning a family day trip in the Twin Cities, one question comes up again and again: Should we visit Como Zoo or the Minnesota Zoo? The good news is that you really can’t go wrong. Both zoos offer incredible opportunities to see… [Continue Reading]

    Como Zoo vs. Minnesota Zoo: Which Is Better for Your Family?
  • Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway

    Nestled in the picturesque village of Osceola, Wisconsin, the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway offers a delightful journey through time and nature. Operated by the Minnesota Transportation Museum, this heritage railroad invites passengers to embark on scenic excursions that showcase the beauty of the St. Croix River Valley. A Historic Departure Point Your adventure… [Continue Reading]

    Experience the Charm of the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
  • 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
  • 10 Best Things to Do in Minnesota in the Fall

    10 Things to Do in Minnesota This Fall There is nothing quite like fall in Minnesota. The air gets crisp, the mosquitoes finally start admitting defeat, apple orchards open for the season and suddenly every weekend feels like an excuse to get outside before winter arrives. And then there are the leaves. For a few… [Continue Reading]

    10 Best Things to Do in Minnesota in the Fall
  • Explore the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum with Kids: Family Guide & Seasonal Tips

    Explore the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum with Kids: A Family Guide When families think about fun places to visit around the Twin Cities, amusement parks and zoos often come to mind first. But one of Minnesota’s most beautiful hidden gems is the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska. Operated by the University of Minnesota, this 1,200-acre destination… [Continue Reading]

    Explore the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum with Kids: Family Guide & Seasonal Tips
  • A Night at Medieval Times

    I am always looking for new and unique experiences to take Peyton to. And when I saw Medieval Times, I knew I wanted to take her! How cool would it be to sit in a castle, watch knights jousting and have dinner? It sounded so cool. The only problem is, there is no castle in… [Continue Reading]

    A Night at Medieval Times
  • Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

    On our recent trip to the Chicago area, we chose to stay at the Country Inn in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We frequently visit the Chicago area and have discovered staying in a suburb is a nice option for our family. It’s only a short drive to go into the city but the benefits of staying… [Continue Reading]

    Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites
  • 12 Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Family Fun This Summer

    Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Families You don’t have to travel to the ocean to enjoy an incredible beach day. Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” for a reason, and the Twin Cities are surrounded by beautiful sandy beaches that are perfect for swimming, building sandcastles, paddleboarding, kayaking, picnicking, and… [Continue Reading]

    12 Best Beaches Near the Twin Cities for Family Fun This Summer
  • 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
  • 4 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Delaware County

    All things pumpkins is what the people want. So while you are driving through and picking up your pumpkin spiced lattes why not keep driving to a nearby pumpkin patch and spend some time with the family? There are several farms to head out to with the family. They have everything from pumpkin patches to… [Continue Reading]

    4 Pumpkin Patches to Visit in Delaware County

Surprizamals: Cute Adorable Surprises!

Beverly Hills Teddy Bear Company

Easter is right around the corner and if you are looking for items to stuff in the Easter basket, look no further. Surprizamals are perfect for the Easter basket! Surprizamals are these super cute, soft, collectible miniature stuffies that pop out of a ball. You never know which one you'll get. Currently, there are two series out. Series 1 has a total of 12 Surprizamals to collect. There's Luke the lion, Skip the dog, Abby the money, Maggie the dog, Ella the elephant, Gerri the giraffe, ...

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Turn Bath Time into Fun Time with SoapSox

SoapSox Bath Scrub

Not all kids enjoy the bath. And getting little ones used to bathtime can be a process. But the process can be made easier by making it fun. One way to make bath time fun time is to use SoapSox.  SoapSox is a washcloth and toy all in one. With several options to choose from you are sure to find at least one your child will love. Each SoapSox can hold a bar of soap or you can use body wash. If you bathing a little one just poor a little of the baby wash inside the mouth of your SoapSox and ...

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Say Good-bye to Adult Acne

Detox Charcoal Deep Pore Gel Cleanser

Yes, I am in my thirties and I have acne. I guess the right terminology to use is "adult acne". Either way, it's still acne and it sucks. Somedays it's worse than when I was a teenager! When I was a teenager I remember telling myself this will pass. One day I will never have another zit or breakout. Well, 20 years later and I'm still over here wondering when in the world is that day going to get here. I've been using Michael Todd charcoal detox deep pore gel cleanser now for a little over a ...

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Peyton’s Easter Surprise

Easter Surprise Put Me In the Story

Easter is right around the corner and if you are anything like me you are looking for ideas for the Easter basket. I don't want to fill Peyton's Easter basket with tons of candy. I want to keep it balanced with some non-candy items too. A line of story books called Put Me in the Story and they are perfect for Easter! I personalized Easter Surprise for Peyton. She doesn't know it yet, she'll get it from the Easter Bunny on Easter morning. Just like all the other, Put Me in the Story books, ...

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The Essential Guide To Your Family’s Safety On The Road

Keeping your family safe when you’re on the road, whether it’s on the school run, or on a vacation road trip,  can be pretty frightening. But then, it’s easy to take road travel for granted, after all, you probably do it every single day. But accidents happen when the correct precautions aren’t taken, the best equipment isn’t used, or you’re not prepared. Children aren’t clued up on road safety until you explain to them the ins and outs. It isn’t as simple as asking them to stay in their seat ...

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Ear Ache Relief with Clear Pop

Clear Pops

When your child is in pain and there's nothing you can do about it, it's a helpless feeling. It's a horrible feeling! When Peyton was younger, we had a string of ear infections. It lasted about 18 months of constant infections. We would get her ears clear and then about a week later we would be back in the doctor's office with ear pain. I did not like having her on constant antibiotics. So I started to search out more natural remedies.  We saw a chiropractor and learned how to "pump" her ears to ...

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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.

She is also an avid cook and enjoys sharing recipes and entertaining. Shanna plans educational events and field trips for her daughter and shares her experiences so other families can plan their own adventures.

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