Welcome to Mama Smiles – Joyful Parenting, where you’ll find educational activities, parenting tips, crafts, and family travel inspiration.
Summer Fun for Kids
Favorite Kids’ Activities for All ages
Busy kids are happy kids!…
How I’m Making the Most of Summer Vacation with My July Goals
Tomorrow is July 1st, and…
How To Help Kids Put Kindness First
Help kids put kindness first…
Parenting Tips
Tips for Parenting Clingy Children
Tips for parenting clingy “velcro”…
Friendship Ice Cream Is a Fun Way to Practice Sharing
Have you tried making friendship…
No More Sibling Rivalry! Successful Parenting Secrets to Raising Siblings Who Get Along
No More Sibling Rivalry! Successful…
Crafts
How to Mount a Puzzle for Hanging
Wondering what to do with…
How to Make a Weighted Blanket Without Pellets
Weighted blankets are popular, but…
Fancy DIY Egg Shakers to Make with Kids
These DIY shaker eggs are…
Travel Inspiration
Visiting Massachusetts!
Last Thursday we returned from…
3 Days in North Wales Itinerary
3 days in North Wales…
Visiting the Elephant House Cafe Where J.K. Rowling Wrote Harry Potter
Visiting The Elephant House cafe…
Hands on Learning
Fun Ways to Learn Music at Home
Fun ways for kids to…
Introduce Your Child to Flying – for Free!
Did you know that there…
Unplugged Coding Activities for Kids
You don’t need a computer…
Recent Posts
Packing for Trips with Kids: What to Bring and How to Pack
With all of the family…
How to Make a Weighted Blanket Without Pellets
Weighted blankets are popular, but…
Road Tripping With Kids
A parent’s guide to road…
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