family

"I don't have unrealistic expectations for my kids... But there exists another component in the shadow of that truth, a more subtle one but no less vital: I have unrealistic expectations I have for myself. -The Unspoken Expectations for the Homeschool Mother

The Unspoken Expectations for the Homeschool Mother

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogAll, Anxiety, Archives, Education, Education, Health, Lifestyle, Lil Mama, ToddlerhoodNo Comments

I’ve been struggling lately. Have you ever said something so many times, and even believed it to be true, but never truly digested it, allowing it to permeate your mind and heart into your decision making and responses? When I say I don’t have unrealistic expectations for my kids, that...

September 28, 2022

Love0

Easy to use printable lab report templates for preschool and kindergarten students - print, experiment, then record! Practice using the scientific method with these fun, easy to follow experiments!

4 Preschool Printable Science Lab Reports

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Education, Quarantine Resources, ToddlerhoodNo Comments

One of Genny's favorite parts about doing science is when we do an experiment! These are fun and educational activities that I enjoy as well. The experiments themselves are fantastic for hitting a scientific concept home, but sometimes I like to have some documentation for my records as well. It's...

May 1, 2020

Love2

Nora’s Birth Story

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear Blog3rd Trimester, All, Baby, Labor+Delivery, Lil Mama, Pregnancy4 Comments

From the beginning of this pregnancy, I kept thinking to myself that the second child comes easier. Somewhere along the way, I changed that to “earlier” in my mind. Maybe that is not always true, but I had to believe that it would be. Because pregnancy and me aren’t the...

November 4, 2019

Love1

What’s in My Hospital Diaper Bag

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Baby, Breastfeeding, Gear, Labor+Delivery, Lifestyle, Lil Mama, Newborns, PregnancyNo Comments

As an Amazon Associate affiliate, I earn from qualified purchases. We're down to the wire! I'm 2 weeks (and three days) away from my due date, and maybe it's just me but I really feel that baby might be a bit early. So of course, we're packing everything we'll need...

September 17, 2019

Love0

In this season of bunnies, eggs and candy, it can be hard to explain Easter to your toddler! Here are some tips and resources for a meaningful holiday.

How to Explain Easter to Your Toddler

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Education, Toddlerhood2 Comments

During the Lent season, I was reminded that Easter is really the most important holiday of the year. For us, it is the celebration of death's death, of victory over the grave, of the promise fulfilled since mankind's beginning. Yet my 2 year old daughter is enthralled with TV show...

April 17, 2019

Love1

Goals for My 2 Year Old in the New Year

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Education, ToddlerhoodNo Comments

Tis the season to make New Years resolutions about losing weight and learning new skills and being overall completely better people than we were last year. I made these goals as well, and yes, they were largely unrealistic. In fact I already screwed them all up. Yay, 2019. But one...

January 7, 2019

Love1

Ever wonder what it would be like to sell everything and live out of a van... with your two kids?! Lexi Rosene shares her tiny-living journey and how she and her husband plan to take their family of four on the road!

Van Life with Kids: Q&A With a Tiny House Mama

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogLifestyle, Lil MamaNo Comments

When you're cleaning up after the kids all day, the idea of van life with kids might sound appealing. But is it possible? Today my guest is Lexi Rosene, a modern-day Super Woman, wife, and lil mama who has transformed her family's lifestyle. What does a tiny house on wheels...

October 24, 2018

Love1

When you first find out you're pregnant, a million thoughts go through your head. Here is a quick guide to get you started with planning the next few months of your life. Barebones, stress-free, low-key first trimester checklist!

What You Need to do in the First Trimester

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear Blog1st Trimester, Archives, PregnancyNo Comments

This post contains affiliate links. If you click these links, I may receive compensation at no cost to you. I’m sure you had a million thoughts run through your head when you saw those two blue lines on the pregnancy test. If you search “What to do in your first...

June 19, 2018

Love0

How You Can Save Money When Having a Baby

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Labor+Delivery, Lil Mama, Pregnancy, Saving MoneyNo Comments

This post contains affiliate links. If you click these links, I may receive compensation at no cost to you. Having a baby is an exciting event in your life! You begin imagining little feet running around your home, sweet bedtime cuddles, and sloppy baby kisses. Unfortunately when you find out...

June 12, 2018

Love0

Overwhelmed by all the options for baby gear? Here's a comprehensive list of baby gear you will actually use. I used research, reviews, and experiences to compile this thorough list of baby gear you will actually use and not regret buying!

Best Baby Gear You Will Actually Use

By Emily | Lil Mama Bear BlogArchives, Baby, GearNo Comments

Best Baby Gear You Will Actually Use One of the many advantages to being a mommy in this glorious modern age is the baby gear! One of the most common comments I got when I first had Genny was about all the cool stuff I had for her. Moms would...

June 6, 2018

Love0

The Unspoken Expectations for the Homeschool Mother

4 Preschool Printable Science Lab Reports

Nora’s Birth Story

What’s in My Hospital Diaper Bag

How to Explain Easter to Your Toddler

Goals for My 2 Year Old in the New Year

Van Life with Kids: Q&A With a Tiny House Mama

How You Can Save Money When Having a Baby

Best Baby Gear You Will Actually Use

Recent Posts

Archives

Categories