Lauren Tingley

Lauren Tingley is a formerly stressed-out, working teacher-mom of two who tried to "do it all" and ended up losing herself in the process. Determined to find joy in modern motherhood she discovered simplifying was the answer. A certified parenting and homemaking coach, she shares her tips for fun family activities, minimalist homemaking, and simple parenting advice on Simply Well Balanced (https://simply-well-balanced.com/) for families looking to create more balance in their homes. Lauren's ideas and advice have been shared by Parents Magazine, Good Housekeeping, and Women's First. Read more about me! Or follow me on Pinterest or Instagram

Holiday on a Budget: 13 Tips To Create A Memorable, Affordable Holiday

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Holiday On A Budget 13 Tips To Create A Memorable, Affordable Holiday

Many people think that making Christmas special for their family means spending a lot of money. However, this doesn’t have to be the case! Today we’re sharing the thirteen best tips to create a memorable holiday on a budget. While it’s easy to feel like the holidays are all about gifts, it’s really all about the memories we make with the ones we love. With all the pressure to create a magical holiday for their kids, many families neglect to save money for Christmas and end up spending … Read more

The 9 Best Disney Channel Shows That Kids Love (And Parents Won’t Hate)

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The 9 Best Disney Channel Shows That Kids Love (And Parents Won’t Hate)

Your entire life changes the moment you have kids. While most of us understand that becoming a parent will mean less sleep and lots of diapers, we drastically underestimate the amount of kids shows we will watch. Your favorite shows will be replaced first by cartoons, then live-action kid’s programs, and finally by tween and teen sitcoms.  The good news is that The Disney Channel has several kid-friendly shows that parents won’t dread watching too. [Related Read: Level Up Kid’s Social Skills With Board Games] Watch these 9 Family-Friendly Disney … Read more