Batty (mis)adventures: What we learned about rabies post-exposure prophylaxis
We were on vacation, 3,000 miles away from home on a national holiday and there was a bat in our AirBnB. Learn more about how we managed the chaos and decided to pursue rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (or PEP). If you ever get in a jam where you need help asking good questions and charting a path forward based on research, reach out to me. I’d be happy to help!
Mid-summer check-in!
We have just over a month of summer remaining, so I thought I’d take a moment to take stock of how things are going, celebrate the wins, and think ahead to what’s still to come. I give my update — and I’d love to hear yours!
Top 5 most valuable elements of our family trips
We just got back from a great Spring Break trip as a family, and in reflecting on the experience, there are 5 elements that were most valuable in making the trip a success. Might they help you too?
Three approaches to feeding the fam during busy seasons
No seriously how do we do dinnertime in the midst of busy activity schedules?!? This blog post outlines 3 main approaches, includes a photo gallery of examples, and provides questions to consider in deciding what will work for you!
Seven last minute ideas to show your kids love on Valentine’s Day
Did Valentine’s Day sneak up on you? Don’t panic. Here are 7 free or low cost ways to show your kiddos love that minimize commercialism and emphasize affirmation and togetherness.
Five tips to plan for summer camps
Overwhelmed when you think about planning for summer camps? This blog has tips for you - and links to a FREE, comprehensive Summer Camp Planning Guide!
Living our values with end-of-year giving.
At Laura Kassner Consulting, we use our profits to support positive change. Learn more about why we chose these three organizations for our 2024 year-end giving.
Photo flashback - our nursery
Taking a trip in the way-back time machine to show you one of my favorite projects - the design of our family nursery! Join me in this stroll down memory lane with lots of pictures of the room and those who occupied it over the years.
Seven steps to set up kid carpools
It takes a village to get all my kids to soccer practices. Check out these 7 tried-and-true tips to set up a carpool to save you time, sanity, and gas money. We can even set up a carpool schedule for you! Contact Laura the Life Wife!
Making a family-friendly trip happen last minute
We had the honor of supporting friends to plan a last-minute memory-rich family vacation around their busy children’s schedules. We can do this for you, too! Contact Laura the Life Wife!
Schedules upon schedules: What to do with all the school year information?
It’s back-to-school time, and you’re suddenly handed scores of important papers to review, reference, sign and return. Holy screaming trees, Batman!
This blog introduces a strategy to set up a family information command center - with links to a free 5 step resource to make it work in your home!
Five steps for saving money (and sanity) while school supply shopping!
It’s time for back-to-school! Check out these 5 money- and sanity-saving tips for supply shopping!