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Kids Activities for Busy Moms
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Comment “SPLASH PAD” and I’ll send you the link! It’s currently on sale!This is our third summer using this jumbo outdoor splash pad and it’s hands-down one of the best summer buys for kids. It keeps them cool, active, and outside—without wrecking the house. If you’re looking for an easy way to beat the heat, burn energy, and make summer days at home more fun (and less chaotic), this is it! Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids too.#splashpad #waterplay #summeractivitiesforkids #toddleractivities #preschoolactivities #kidfriendlysummer #summeractivities #outdoortoys #waterplayideas #summerwithkids #toyreview #summermomhack #backyardfunforkids #easykidactivities #cooldownideas #outdoorplayideas #summervacation by @abalancedchildhood

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Holiday gifts that aren’t toys! 🎁If you’re shopping for kids who love to create, the Skillmatics Foil Fun and Poke-In Art kits are perfect for hands-on, screen-free fun this holiday season. Kids ages 4+ can make beautiful artwork all on their own — and the process is just as fun as the final creation. ✨🛍️ Find these activity kits at Kohl’s and check off a few names on your Christmas list early!Follow for more easy, creative gift ideas for kids! #holidaygifts #christmasgifts #holidaycrafts #kidscrafts #christmascrafts #nontoygifts #holidaytoys #craftideas #foilfun #skillmatics #giftideasforkids #screenfreefun #kohlsfinds #holidayseason by @abalancedchildhood

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Looking for an easy way to keep your kids entertained while you tackle your holiday to-do list? 🎄 This frozen Christmas toy race is a lifesaver! Prep it ahead of time, set up a ramp (or use a hill outside), and let the fun begin. My toddlers couldn’t get enough, and I got some much-needed time to finish up my holiday prep. 🙌✨ Follow for more easy activities to keep your kids busy and happy! #easyholidayactivity #momlife #christmasfun #toddlerplay #holidayhacks #stemplay #christmasactivities #winteractivities #busymomtips #screenfreefun #creativeplay #christmasmagic #holidaycrafts #kidsactivities #quickplayideas #easyplayideas #momhacks by @abalancedchildhood

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#sponsored 🤍 First stop before vacation: @officedepot Before we hit the road, we grabbed the supplies to make this Vacation Memory Jar—a simple keepsake that helped us capture our favorite moments from our trip.We used cardstock, markers, paint, and a container to create a jar where everyone could write down their favorite memories each day. We decorated it with fingerprint sea creatures and added a little beach sand to make it extra special. 🌊A simple activity that turned into a memory we’ll treasure forever. ❤️Comment MATERIALS and I’ll send you links to everything we used!#Keepsakes #FamilyVacation #KidsActivities #summermemories by @abalancedchildhood

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Summer pool days just got an upgrade! ☀️💦Rummy Splash brings a classic card game right into the pool — and it’s the kind of activity that keeps everyone laughing, playing, and spending more time together. 🙌My 11-year-old actually stayed in the pool longer because he was so into the game (and not asking for a screen 😉).Perfect for pool days, vacations, and summer afternoons with family!✨Follow and comment POOL GAME for the link! ✨Ad #summeractivities #poolgames #familyfun #kidsgames #cardgames by @abalancedchildhood

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No pool? No problem! 💦☀️Follow and comment WATER PLAY for all the links!If you’re looking for water toys for kids, backyard summer activities, or easy ways to keep kids cool during summer break, these are our favorites! From a splash pad and water table to a backyard water slide and fun water games, you don’t need a pool to make summer feel magical.These simple outdoor activities keep my kids active, entertained, and playing outside for hours—without leaving home.✨ Save this post for your next hot day and share it with a friend who needs easy summer ideas!What’s your kids’ favorite way to cool off in the backyard? ⬇️#SummerActivities #WaterToys #KidsActivities #outdoorplay #waterplay by @abalancedchildhood

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🦈 The easiest $0 Shark Week activity you’ll make all summer!If you have a paper towel, markers, and a bowl of water, you already have everything you need for this magic color reveal shark. Kids love watching the hidden colors appear as soon as it gets wet—and it takes just minutes to set up!Fold a paper towel in half — the top layer gets the shark outline drawn with Sharpie, and the inside layer gets colored with washable markers. Fold it back together, dip it in water, and watch the hidden colors magically appear! 🌈🦈The best part? It’s completely free using supplies you already have at home!This is the perfect summer activity for toddlers, preschoolers, and kids of all ages—try it at home, outside, or even by the pool for a fun screen-free activity.Save this for Shark Week or your next “I’m bored!” moment! ☀️#KidsActivities #SummerActivitiesForKids #SharkWeek #ToddlerActivities #screenfreeactivities by @abalancedchildhood

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My kids thought putting them into the pool was SOOO cool! They loved the instantaneous reaction as they watched their Aqua Puffs magically puff up right before their eyes. 💦✨It quickly became our favorite pool day activity for those moments when we needed a break from swimming. A fun, creative, screen-free activity that kept them entertained and gave us a little downtime too!Comment aquapuffs for the link! 💙#SkillmaticsPartner #summeractivities #poolday #KidsActivities #ScreenFreeFun by @abalancedchildhood

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If you want to add visiting the Outer Banks Corolla 4x4 beach to your bucket list too, here are a few things you should know before you go:✅ Air down your 4x4 vehicle tires before driving onto the beach — lowering your tire pressure helps your vehicle float over the soft sand instead of sinking in✅ Don’t forget sun protection — there’s very little shade on the 4x4 beach, so sunscreen is a must. We brought our No-Ad sunscreen for the whole family so we could enjoy exploring, swimming, and watching the horses while staying protected ☀️ ad✅ Bring everything you need — water, snacks, towels, chairs, shade, and beach gear because once you’re out there, there aren’t many places to stop✅ Keep your distance from the horses — they’re wild animals, and watching them roam freely is what makes the experience so amazing✅ Pack your patience and your camera — the drive itself is part of the adventure, and the views are unforgettable This was one of our favorite Outer Banks memories!🤍#corolla4x4beach #outerbanks #familytravel #beachday #ad by @abalancedchildhood

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The cutest way to use bubble wrap this summer. 🧜‍♀️🫧Make magical bubble wrap mermaid tails! Wrap a small rolling pin with bubble wrap, paint it, and roll it onto cardstock to create the coolest mermaid scale texture. ✨The best part? The glitter is mess-free! 🙌Follow for more simple kids’ activities and comment “mermaid” for the printable mermaid tail + the mess-free glitter we used.#summerkidsactivities #kidscrafts #preschoolactivities #mermaidcraftS #toddlercrafts by @abalancedchildhood

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Parents of little kids — add these to your travel bag ASAP. 🙌 These travel playsets are a total lifesaver for road trips, flights, waiting rooms, and restaurants. 🙌 They keep little hands busy without the mess.Follow and comment LINKS and I’ll send you all of our favorites! 💛 (The Barbie tin sells out FAST, so save this post and check back when it’s restocked!) Links earn commissions.🚗✈️🚘🧳 #RoadTripWithKids #TravelWithKids #ToddlerActivities #KidsActivities #MomHacks by @abalancedchildhood

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The easiest patio upgrade for summer ☀️ — instant shade, effortless comfort, all the summer vibes.Follow + comment “PATIO” and I’ll send you a 10% off coupon + link to the BEST 10ft cantilever umbrella from @purpleleafgarden for ultimate shade all season long.#outdoorfurniture #patiodecor #purpleleaf #amazonfinds #outdoorliving by @abalancedchildhood

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