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At Motherly, we talk a lot about the proverbial oxygen mask and how moms need to put their own oxygen masks on in order to be able to take care of their families. But we're all out of oxygen and we need help filling the tank. As our annual State of Motherhood survey has shown, year over year, America's mothers are increasingly burned out and the COVID-19 pandemic has only increased maternal stress levels. Our COVID-19 survey found a majority of mothers (74%) say they feel mentally worse since the pandemic began, but data suggests the hectic and difficult year...

The Absolute BEST Last Minute Summer DIY Tips with Felice Gerwitz What are the best last minute summer DIY Tips? In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, Felice Gerwitz shares her passion for all things DIY and some quick gift ideas to make for the holidays that are just around the corner. Use recyclables you have on hand or with a minimum of cost, create beautiful items you will treasure. The best thing? The kids can help! Visit our podcast sponsor! Get all these books from our Media Angels Membership website.   Show Notes: The Best Last Minute Summer DIY Tips Get Organized....

July Writing Prompts is a post from Confessions of a Homeschooler. If you’ve enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Erica on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Google+! Also be sure to stop by her Community to join the discussion or her Store to see her latest items! Hi everyone! It’s time for my July Themed Writing Prompts! These are perfect for kindergarten and first grades. They’re no-prep, easy, and fun! Get the JULY Themed Writing Prompt Ideas here! In kindergarten and through first grade I like to start beginning writing skills. I don’t do anything formal, but encouraging students to enjoy writing at a younger...

Hope everyone had a great 4th of July weekend! It’s been awhile since I did a Life Lately post so here we are… basically a ‘summer so far’ recap. We’ve logged a lot of at home family time! A few weeks back we ventured to the first restaurant that we’ve eaten at since COVID. We drove up to the lake and sat outside at one of our favorite spots, North Harbor Club. It was delicious and they did a great job of social distancing and all of the servers wore masks. Ali’s dress is from one of my favorite stores,...

We are living through an unprecedented time right now as we all scramble to figure out our new normal (at least the new normal for now). Distance Learning or Learn at home initiatives are popping up all over the place. I’m compiling a list here of various options that teachers or parents can use while we muddle our way through distance learning and homeschooling during this period of self-isolation. Many of the resources are ones that I use even when not living through a pandemic so you might find some things that you will continue to utilize when life and...