Because we already gave thanks and got carried away on Black Friday. We also supported small business on Saturday (right?) and took advantage of Cyber Monday already. It is time to be part of something bigger on Giving Tuesday. In case
This soundtrack brought my daughter and I closer
The new soundtrack from the movie “The Greatest Showman” has more than one surprise. This post is sponsored by Atlantic Records but all opinions are my own. I have a pre-teen daughter who is pushing the boundaries (and too many of
Wrapping gifts for foster kids via Instant Family the movie!
I am SO ready to become one of Santa’s elf! Last Sunday I attended a gathering designed to create more awareness about the kids living in the foster care system and celebrate the releasing of the movie Instant Family. L.A Mamacitas
Is Halloween candy the scariest thing of the night?
Halloween candy seems to be worse than zombies and night creatures. Maybe we as parents need to adjust our reactions about making a big deal about sweets. This year, Mini wants to dress up as a huntress. Don’t ask me why,
BE INTERNET AWESOME with Google
… Or why you being kind is kind of a big deal for Google. Did you know October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Google and Forward Influence Network invited me to join this campaign for a sponsored post, expressing my own
DIY: #BeYourBestBlend Iced Tea Kit for Teachers’ Appreciation Day
This post is sponsored by Twinings of London in partnership with the Mom It Forward Influencer Network. However, the ideas and opinions stated are all mines. **Don’t forget to enter our giveaway. Details at the bottom** One of the hot topics in my
Juguetes creativos para el día del niño
Este día del niño te proponemos regalos que incrementen la imaginación, la creatividad y sobre todo las horas de diversión para convivir. Las pequeñas y pequeños de la casa podrán divertirse horas con estos increíbles juegos y juguetes que te
Scholarship: win $250,000 for college through the Breakthrough Junior Challenge!
Who wouldn’t want their kid to have the opportunity to win a college scholarship? If you have a kid that loves math, physics, and other school subjects that might be hard for other students to understand, make them read this to
5 mujeres mexicanas en ciencia que hay que conocer
Si no puedes nombrar al menos dos mujeres mexicanas que estén partiendo plaza con sus avances en áreas científicas, apréndete estos nombres. A principios del año escolar, las maestras de 5to grado de Mini hicieron un experimento interesante: Pidieron a
Sheroes, las mujeres que inspiran a Barbie
Para conmemorar el día Internacional de la Mujer, Mattel lanza la colección Sheroes, con 17 de muñecas Barbie de mujeres icónicas, sobresalientes e influyentes, para inspirar a las nuevas generaciones a seguir estos modelos femeninos. La colección “Sheroes”
How to make the holiday season an opportunity for kids (and adults) to share
Meaningful moments can happen anywhere, but only mindfulness can make them last in our memory. This post is sponsored by Stephen’s Gourmet and the Mom It Forward Influencer Network. The story I will tell you and the opinions are mine
Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is here!
Tune in on Thanksgiving day while cozying up around the TV on November 23rd at 9 am EST. This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Macy’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. One of
Recipe: Mini’s chocolate fudge cookies
Every year during the holidays, I feel the urge of show appreciation for Mini’s teachers. This year is not the exception, and as her attention has been lately caught by cooking and baking, this year we decided to make
Preventing lice: How to wash your comb and brush
Head lice can happen to anyone. Let me share a couple of recipes to avoid reinfestation via hair tools. This is a compensated campaign in collaboration with Licefreee and #WeAllGrow Latina Network. However, the anecdote and the opinions expressed here
How to clean and store costumes
Did you know that this year the US spent around $3.4 billion on Halloween costumes that were worn for one night?* Let’s make them last longer (and pollute less). *According to the nonprofit organization Fashion Revolution Costumes are often made
22 songs for roadtrips with tweens and teens
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Now 64 and One2One Network, although the anecdote and opinions are all mines. Picture this scene from our last weekend’s family road trip: My husband, my ten-year-old daughter and I hit the
