The Difference between Mom and Dad
You’ve seen it plastered all over our website—“Moms are Everyday Heroes.” Here at ActivityHero, we are a company run mostly by moms, for moms to help them find the absolute best resources to help raise…
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Best Apps for Busy Moms
Lists get lost, sticky notes lose their stick, handwritten notes end up looking more like chicken scratch than the useful reminder they were intended for… and let’s face it, if you can’t remember why you…
Public, Private or Charter: Making the Right Decision for Your Child’s Education
Deciding where to send your child on that first day of school is a big decision. To help calm your nerves and know that you’re making the right decision for you and your family, it’s…
5 Keys to the Ultimate Date Night for Parents
The saying “two’s company, three’s a crowd” never rang more true than in a house with a child or two… or more. Once parenthood hits, the focus on you and your partner dwindles and shifts…
Family Frugal Living: How to Live with Less & Get More
We want it all—the big house, the fancy car, all while juggling happy kids and getting a home cooked meal on the table every night. Unfortunately, life can get in the way—especially with kids—and we…
Just a Mom
“I couldn’t do it, I would get too bored.” “What do you do with all that free time?” “I would miss my job too much, I like having a separate life.” These are just a…
The Anti-Athlete: 5 Activities for Kids Who Aren’t Into Sports
You may have had dreams of your son being a football star or your daughter competing in the Olympics, and now that your child is in elementary school it’s clear that goal is not likely…
7 Ways to Save Money on Family Activities
No matter what the season, every parent knows it’s essential to get kids out and about in order to keep your sanity. Stir-crazy little ones can quickly lead to a crazy mom, which means there…
Heat Wave! 10 Indoor Activities for Kids (that aren’t TV)
I am a firm believer in spending as much time outdoors as possible; but when the thermometer reads into the triple digits and you break a sweat stepping outside before noon, sometimes it’s best to…
Top 10 Qualities of a Good Coach for Kids
When it comes to kids’ activities, summer camps or anything else that is part of the life of your child, a good coach or teacher can quickly make or break an experience. From that first…