
Back to School Activities for the Whole Family
Raise your hand if you miss summer. Everyone should be raising their hands. Just because school has started doesn't mean it's time to be boring. Here are a few fun activities you can do with your littles and your significant other after school and work. 1. Make a Fun After School Snack Photo from Dylbug.com We love the fun personalized plates you can get from Dylbug. Take the time to get creative with your little ones and their after school snacks. Even if you don't have a personalized plate, we give you permission to play with your food. 2. Pick a...

Mom-isms and Dad-isms You'll love.
We've compiled a few of our favorite parent-isms that we think you're going to love. ;) 1. The game show excitement we never really understood. 2. Don't worry about the small things! You're killin' it! 3. Remember how "fun" college was? 4. Don't you love designer things? 5. The "terrible twos" are pretty scary... Want more? "Like" us on Facebook!
5 Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy
If you're reading this, chances are that you are expecting a little one! Here are a few of the cutest pregnancy announcements with sources included! Flatlays with a Countdown This beautiful Flatlay was styled by @pineandpoppyshop for her very own Pregnancy. Age blocks are great for pregnancy countdowns as well as counting up the days your baby has been with you. Not announcement related, but still amazing. If you haven't heard of DockATot, you're missing out. This is the next best thing to the womb. It is a comforting place for your little one to sleep and relax while mama showers, works or plays....

Purchase with a Purpose
Here at Little Sapling Toys we love trees! (Can you tell? ;)) We love trees so much that we plant a tree for every toy bought. Purchasing with a purpose is a big deal to us. Since you are part of our tribe, we think you like purchasing with a purpose as well. We have compiled a few of our favorite companies that really hit the mark with their charitable efforts. Patagonia Patagonia is an apparel company that focuses on the environment. You can even use your location to see service projects in your area sponsored by Patagonia! According to Patagonia.com, " [Patagonia]...

7 Ways to Save on Essential Baby Products
Editor's Note: Sam, lover of wooden toys and the genius over at MovingBabies.com, wrote this lovely article on how to shop savvy for your little one. Enjoy! Are you having trouble with saving money? Do you consistently find yourself on that aisle in the mall buying baby products that you are not sure your child will need? Do not worry; most parents have been there. You know, not everyone is a natural-born money saver. As a new parent also, you might be confused on what your child requires if you have no one to guide you. It is, however, imperative knowing...

Cheap Family Friendly Summer Activities
Now that your kiddos are out of school, it's time to PLAY! Here are a few ways we like to spend our summer. Go to the Park (and pool)! So classic and oh, so fun! One of our Little Sapling Players, Jessie, takes her little lady to swing. Being outside and out of the house is great for you and your kiddos equally. Going to the park will encourage your little to love Mother Earth early on. Some parks are connected to community pools with splash pads. This is an awesome way to cool off and giggle a lot with your...