“Going for a drive” is a simple and relatively inexpensive way to enjoy summer while also taking in the sights, sounds, and attractions that the Up North/Lakes Area has to offer. And anyone who’s lived here for more than one season knows that gardening is a BIG DEAL in this community. Rightfully so since dirt… Read More The Up North Parent Healing Gardens Tour
My birthday is in the beginning of December, and I live in Minnesota. That means for all of my birthdays, it has been cold and 95% of them have had snow on the ground. My sister, on the other hand, was born in July. Her birthdays have always been just after the midpoint of summer,… Read More Half Birthday Celebrations | Half Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
Summer is such a wonderful season of sun, fun, beaches, fresh air, green grass and blooming flowers. After being cooped up for 9 months, us Minnesotans can’t wait for June-September so we can be outside, enjoy our many lakes and plant gardens that would put even Martha Stewart to shame. But with all of this… Read More Summer Fun for Introverts
Everyone has their own way of reducing stress. While some may choose to take a nature walk or indulge in a shopping spree to blow off steam, the UpNoPa moms like to read. With the lazy days of summer just getting started, we thought we would share the summer book recommendations we think you should… Read More Beach Reads | Our Summer Book Recommendations for All Ages
Summer break is always a time deeply anticipated by kids, but sometimes not-so-much by their parents. Three weeks into summer vacation is when the shiny newness of not being in school starts to tarnish and boredom sets in. Whether your kids are 5 or 15, parents know what bored kids do. Bored kids tend to:… Read More Summertime Money Making Ideas for Teens
Summer is right around the corner and if you’re like me, you’re READY. The winter was LONG in Minnesota, and we are ready to spend our days outside all day, every day. Summer notoriously passes way too quickly, so I always try to be intentional and proactive about squeezing the most out of the precious… Read More Summer Bucket List for Toddlers
Summer is almost here and we are excited! It’s a special time of year, especially if you live in the north like we do and have winter for half of the year. Our amazing summer months are what keep us sane through the frozen winters, dreaming about the warm weather and the summer fun we… Read More Summer Life Hacks for Busy Moms
This post is made possible by Wildwedge Golf and RV Park, who provided us with a complimentary mini golf and maze adventure, in order to write about our experience. Thank you! In an area with world-renowned golf courses, you’d think chances would be good that the three of us Up North Parent moms might be… Read More Our Kind of Golf | Wildwedge Mini Golf in Pequot Lakes
Once upon a time, I thought going to the beach was a relaxing, restful way to spend the day. And then I had a baby. Now, a trip to the beach is mostly filled with trying to keep my son Raleigh from stealing other kids’ toys. It doesn’t matter that we brought an entire bag… Read More Going to the Beach with Kids | 12 Summer Must Haves to Make Beach Trips a Success
***EDITED TO ADD: GIVEAWAYS ARE NOW CLOSED AND PRIZES HAVE BEEN AWARDED TO THE WINNERS. THANKS FOR ENTERING!*** Up North Parent is following up our nation’s independence day celebration with a huge, fun celebration of our own! We are having a SUMMER LAUNCH GIVEAWAY! Up North Parent Launch Giveaway In honor of the Up North… Read More The Up North Parent Summer Launch Giveaway