… Daddy thinks of fun things to do.
Like play with water…
“Can we just get our toes wet?”
Guess we don’t need baths tonight…
Dads are way funner than moms!
Don’t forget to enter MOMday Morning. New extra entry methods added yesterday!
by: Kara Noel Lawson
… Daddy thinks of fun things to do.
Like play with water…
“Can we just get our toes wet?”
Guess we don’t need baths tonight…
Dads are way funner than moms!
Don’t forget to enter MOMday Morning. New extra entry methods added yesterday!
by: Kara Noel Lawson
Today’s guest blogger is Aracely from Daytripping Mom. Aracely is most definitely the go-to-mom when it comes to where to take your kiddos in Orange County (probably LA too!) and I love that I can say she is my friend in real life! We have done some Daytripping of our own and I’m sure there are many more daytrips in our future!
With summer upon us and kids out of school- one thing is certain – It’s theme park time. Our family usually pays a visit to one of our local theme parks at least once a week. Through trial and error, I have learned what it takes to have a fun and stress free day at any theme park. I wanted to share with you the two most popular questions that I’m asked about theme park visits.
I’m usually asked- What do I bring with me? Followed by – How can I make my visit go as smooth as possible?
What do I bring with me??
1. You need a good backpack – I’m usually prepared with a great backpack- I never leave home without one .
2. Bring a stroller if you have small children. If you can, make sure to bring a light or umbrella stroller. They are easier to fold up and store- and this is always a plus if you have to take some sort of tram to the theme park entrance. Make sure to have some kind of labeling on you stroller to help yours stand out in the sea of strollers.
3. Make sure to pack a jacket /sweater/blanket. – I’ve left home without one thinking that there was no possible way that I would be cold on a summer day. Boy was I wrong!! The nights cool off and there is nothing worse than shelling out $50.00 for a cheesy sweatshirt because your three year old is cold. Trust me on this one!!
4. Pack a swimsuit. Many theme parks have water fountains or water play areas. Your kids will want to dive in and there is nothing worse than having to say no because you are not prepared. I always pack an extra set of clothes and a swimsuit.
5. Make sure to bring cash. While most theme park restaurants accept credit cards- some of their vending carts do not. I hate paying for ATM Fees – I always bring cash in hand.
6. If you have little ones make sure to pack a couple of snacks. I usually bring a baggie or two of goldfish and fruit snacks. Just keep it simple.
7. If you can bring a bottle or two of water. I usually freeze mine the night before and throw them in a Ziploc bag- I pack them in at the bottom of my bag and they have been a lifesaver!!
8. Bring baby wipes. I always carry them even if I don’t have my youngest with me. They are great for sticky hands and clean ups. I think they are a necessity!!
9. Last but not least -Bring your camera. You want to make sure to capture your fun filled day.
Check back Sunday when Aracely answers the other top theme park question: “How can I make my visit go as smooth as possible? “
Don’t forget to enter MOMday Morning! I just added 4 more extra entries!!
Follow OC Family on twitter and Like OC Family on Facebook. (1 entry each)
Follow Stringbean Company on twitter and Like OC Stringbean Company on Facebook. (1 entry each)
by: Kara Noel Lawson
Our featured blogger this month for MOMday Morning is Soni, the owner of Stringbean Company. Her blog his awesome and her products… also AWESOME!
One of my faves are Skidnees…
Cora Jane wears hers all the time.
See…
The lovely lil’ leggings even made pregnancy photo shoot cut…
Skidnees are only $7.50 AND they are made in the USA!!
by: Kara Noel Lawson
I love Mondays… well, I love the first Monday of the month because it means MOMday Morning is back! August is our 4th month of spreading love in blog-ville.
Are you feelin’ it?
I sure am! MOMday Morning has been a huge blessing to us and I hope it has been for you too!
REALLY!
Watch our new (shorter) video with all the guidelines:
MOMday Morning Guidelines from Kara Noel Lawson on Vimeo.
This month we are featuring the OC Family blogging community and Soni from Stringbean Company blog…
What can readers expect to find at OC Family?
We have almost 30 local OC Bloggers who write about everything from Disneyland to how to do a strip tease for your husband. We’re really trying to make OC Family not only a resource for OC Families but also a place where readers can come to hear a good story, snag a good giveaway, or get a delicious recipe.
Do you have to live in the OC to “get” the site?
I don’t think so. We have bloggers who write about food, photography, beauty, politics, design and even manners. We’re not just mom bloggers either; we have two dad bloggers who bring their perspective to the mix. There is a lot of OC at OC Family, but we have much, much more.
What do you blog about?
I love to blog about issues I’m passionate about or issues that give parents and caretakers information and choices. I’m an advocate for doing what is best for your family, but educating yourself on all the options out there. I mix in personal stories (mine or somebody else’s) and I think humor and occasional silliness are crucial.
Three words to describe you and your blog…
Informative, Honest, Supercalafragilisticespialadocious
What are your four favorite posts?
Cloth diapering diaries (part 1,part 2, part 3),
Made in the USA: Why should you care?
Giveaway Time!!
The prizes are…
Eli’s Lid of your choice, and one of our new Sun Tees:
AND $75 cash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Win $75 cash & Eli’s Lids by spreading Summer love on the net for #MOMdayMorning http://tinyurl.com/25j58y2 @BlessedNest @BYOG & @ElisLids
I just added 4 more extra entries. Because I’m crazy like that!!
~Follow OC Family on twitter and Like OC Family on Facebook. (1 entry each)
~Follow Stringbean Company on twitter and Like Stringbean Company on Facebook. (1 entry each)
***Giveaway open 1 week! Ends MOMday (Monday) August 9th 9:00pm PST***