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Today’s Hint: 7 Easy & Frugal DIY Ball Pit Ideas Beyond Plastic Swimming Pools

March 3, 2014 By Hint Mama

Hint Mama shares seven things around the house that you can easily transform into DIY ball pits.

Today’s Hint: How to Dress Your Toddler for Potty Training Success

February 28, 2014 By Karen Witham

These six tips can help ensure your munchkin deals with as few clothing-related roadblocks to potty training success as possible.

Today’s Hint: A Toddler-Friendly (& Free) Vacation Activity

February 26, 2014 By Hint Mama

When you need a break from the beach or pool on your next vacation, check out a local playground.

Today’s Hint: The Russian Secret to Early Potty Training

February 11, 2014 By Hint Mama

To help readers cut down on diaper costs sooner rather than later, Hint Mama’s friend shares the secret of the Russian early potty training method.

Today’s Hint: The Preschool Philosophy Right For Your Kid

February 10, 2014 By Hint Mama

A preschool expert explains which education philosophy may work best for your 3 to 5 year old.

Today’s Hint: Do a “Date Afternoon”

January 22, 2014 By Hint Mama

Hint Mama shares a more frugal alternative to “date night.”

Today’s Hint: How to Repair Broken Board Books

January 7, 2014 By Hint Mama

Like many toddlers, my daughter loves ripping apart her books. Generally, to help preserve the books, we only give her board books and try to take the ones with flaps away from her when she starts tearing. Still, there are always those moments when we turn away for a minute too long and she rips [Read more…]

Today’s Hint: How to Turn Holiday Cards into a Game

December 27, 2013 By Hint Mama

Hint Mama shares some ideas for extending the useful life of holiday cards.

Today’s Hint: A Reminder to Save Your Holiday Gift Boxes – They Make Great Toys

December 26, 2013 By Hint Mama

If you have a little one in the house, Hint Mama shares why to think twice before you get rid of gift boxes this holiday season.

Today’s Hint: The Nutcracker for the Toddler Set

December 17, 2013 By Hint Mama

It’s not to late to introduce your little one to The Nutcracker. Here’s a roundup of some toddler-friendly performances.

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