While I don’t think experience gifts need to be the ONLY gifts my kids receive (it’s always fun for them to have something to play with on Christmas Day), I do think it’s a great alternative for many of the thoughtless filler gifts that I tend to turn to at the last minute when I’m afraid I haven’t given my child enough (insert eye roll here). Here are 50+ gift ideas for parents who want to give their kids experiences instead of things this Christmas.
Read MoreMy list of gifts for travel lovers is a collection of tried and true gadgets, experiences, and equipment that has helped me through my years of travel. From my travel experience, I’ve got ideas for unique travel gifts for women, as well as easy travel gifts for her from Amazon. No matter what your budget, there’s something on the list for you.
Read MoreAs parents, we are very picky about the toys that come into our home. We also rent and live in Florida (no basements), so our storage space is limited. Any toy we buy for the kids must encourage them to use their imagination or be educational.
Read MoreIf you ask most moms of young kids who are "working on their fitness," there is very little time or money to spend on their health habit. Of course as moms we make due with what we have, but it often means skimping on equipment we could use or washing and rewearing the same workout clothes multiple times a week.
If you have a woman in your life who also happens to be a mom, and if she loves all things health and fitness (or wants to), here are a few items she may not spend the money on herself that would make the perfect gift.
Read MoreMost parents groan at the thought of more toys entering the house at Christmas time. We spend our entire year decluttering and donating/throwing out/hiding trash bags full of excess toys and clothes, only to fill those empty spaces at Christmas.
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