Making of a Mom https://makingofamom.com/ family travel | parenting tips | product reviews | giveaways | craft tutorials | recipes Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:32:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 What Professionalism Looks Like Before You Speak https://makingofamom.com/what-professionalism-looks-like-before-you-speak/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:32:55 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28694 Before any conversation begins, people form expectations. Within moments of entering a space, customers decide whether they feel reassured, uncertain, or cautious. No introduction has taken place, yet an impression already exists. Professionalism begins prior to communication. It is conveyed through visible preparation, consistency, and environment rather than explanation. Words introduce a service, but presentation […]

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]]> From Street Germs to Sick Kids: The Entry Ritual You’d Wish You Knew Sooner https://makingofamom.com/street-germs-to-sick-kids-entry-ritual/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:15:56 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28688 The moment you walk through the front door after a busy day, you probably toss your keys on the counter, kick off your shoes, and scoop up your child for a hug. It feels good—until you remember just how many public surfaces you touched before getting home. Between playgrounds, grocery carts, and office door handles, […]

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]]> How to Dye Eggs with Kool Aid https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-eggs-with-kool-aid/ https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-eggs-with-kool-aid/#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:56:00 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=19184 If you are tired of the same old egg dying kits, why not try something new? Take a look below at how you can use one of your favorite drink mixes to dye your Easter eggs this year, taking you out of the same old egg dying kit habit. Dying your Easter eggs with Kool […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-eggs-with-kool-aid/feed/ 6 How to Make Glittery Easter Eggs https://makingofamom.com/glittery-easter-eggs/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:40:30 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=872 This year we got a jump start on decorating for Easter. I get the Martha Stewart Living magazine and got an idea from that magazine to glitter our eggs this year. In the magazine they are glittering real Easter eggs they have dyed, but I wanted to have my eggs last longer than a few […]

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]]> Easter Word Search Free Printable https://makingofamom.com/easter-word-search-free-printable/ https://makingofamom.com/easter-word-search-free-printable/#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:00:31 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=19072 Who’s ready to have some Easter fun? This cute word search and word puzzle are a fun way to begin your Easter celebrations! Simply click the picture and print the full sized version. If you are interested in other printables we have lots for many occasions!

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/easter-word-search-free-printable/feed/ 2 How to Dye Easter Eggs with Food Coloring https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-easter-eggs-with-food-coloring/ https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-easter-eggs-with-food-coloring/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:21:00 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=19179 If you have plenty of food coloring on hand, there is no reason to run out for an egg dying kit. The truth is you can dye Easter eggs with just food coloring, vinegar, and hot water, and get the same vibrant results as you would with a store bought kit. If you want to […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/how-to-dye-easter-eggs-with-food-coloring/feed/ 1 Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator https://makingofamom.com/rangers-path-national-park-simulator/ https://makingofamom.com/rangers-path-national-park-simulator/#comments Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:00:28 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28678 If you saw my holiday gift guide you’d know that my family is bonkers about anything with the National Parks. We love the passport program and have had so much fun over the last 2 years filling those out during our travels. Well, a new National Park thing has launched and it’s just as fun! […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/rangers-path-national-park-simulator/feed/ 7 Mint Oreo Cookie in a Cookie https://makingofamom.com/mint-oreo-cookie-in-a-cookie/ https://makingofamom.com/mint-oreo-cookie-in-a-cookie/#comments Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:45:26 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=18849 Sometimes my crazy plans actually turn into really yummy recipes. In this case, I wanted to put some mint Oreo’s in my FAVORITE chocolate chip cookie base (no chocolate chips) so I tried it. I purchased  a box of mini mint Oreo’s and went to town! This cute green treat is perfect for St. Patrick’s […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/mint-oreo-cookie-in-a-cookie/feed/ 42 St. Patrick’s Day Crossword Puzzle Printable https://makingofamom.com/st-patricks-day-crossword-puzzle-printable/ https://makingofamom.com/st-patricks-day-crossword-puzzle-printable/#comments Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:48:33 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=18902   My kids love it when I get really into holidays. I try to spread the celebrations out so that it builds the excitement for the holiday that is coming. Today I have a St. Patrick’s Day crossword puzzle for you to print for your kids. The questions are easy enough that it can be […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/st-patricks-day-crossword-puzzle-printable/feed/ 8 Why Odor Control Matters for Cat Owners https://makingofamom.com/why-odor-control-matters-for-cat-owners/ https://makingofamom.com/why-odor-control-matters-for-cat-owners/#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:17:19 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28670 Why does odor control matter for cat owners? Effective odor management is crucial because cat waste contains compounds that quickly produce strong ammonia smells, which can make your home environment unpleasant and potentially cause stress for both you and your cat. Managing these odors properly helps maintain a healthier relationship with your pet while creating […]

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