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Why Kids Love Chicken Nuggets + Homemade Recipe
Whether we like it or not, chicken nuggets have become a kids’ food staple. I’m not sure I’ve ever come across a restaurant kids menu without them and they continue to top the favorites list of many young kids. Today I’m sharing my story as a picky eater and digging into why kids love chicken nuggets…
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Colorful Playroom Reading Nook Makeover
Thank you HGTV HOME™ by Sherwin-Williams for sponsoring this post. Visit HGTV HOME™ by Sherwin-Williams for the latest in color inspo and get started on your home project today! My three kids were given loads of books for Christmas, so it’s the perfect time to get stuck into a project that’s been on my mind…
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10 Questions I Asked When Pregnant With Twins (Answered)
If there are twins in your family or you’ve discussed the possibility of multiples due to IVF, you may feel a little prepared for the possibility of a twin pregnancy. However, for many of us the words “It’s twins,” come as a complete surprise and we are very unprepared for what is to come. Once…
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2018 Decor Trends Inspiring Kids Rooms
The verdict is out… the hottest 2018 decor trends for your home. I’m not always in agreement with the latest fashions, but I like where this year is taking us. I would love to see some of these trends make an impact on some awesome home projects and am sharing ways you can incorporate some…
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Daycare or Nanny for Twins? Childcare Choices
It’s a question that has come up time and time again in twin parenting groups: What is cheaper? What is better? Do I choose daycare or a nanny for twins? The question keeps appearing because the answer is not simple. Twins can often have special requirements and doubling the cost of daycare makes a nanny…
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Recovering from the Inevitable Holiday Clutter
Happy New Year! I, like many, have woken up this morning with a fresh wave of optimism and energy for the year ahead. The Christmas decorations are down, the excitement of the holidays is over and finally, we can all get back to ‘normal’. Despite thoroughly enjoying last month, I am feeling a bit hungover……
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DIY Kids Decor: Best Blogger Tutorials & Room Reveals
I love a bit of DIY kids decor, and I’m a self-confessed Pinterest addict. Regular readers know I share my own projects here at Twin Pickle, and I have one for our playroom on the go right now! Because these things take a while, especially when you have three young kids, I’ve been talking to my…
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Shopping for Bulk Essentials with Multiple Kids in Tow
How’s your holiday season treating you?! It’s my birthday tomorrow and I try to use it as an excuse to do less, but in reality, the excitement of Christmas and New Year gets everyone in a flutter. And why not… it only comes once a year and it’s all so much fun. Shopping for…
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Twins Fighting: Dealing with Terrible Twos Aggression
My twin boys are the best of friends, yet the battle for Top Dog has taken a turn for the worse. Twins fighting is a common problem, but as I wade through the tribulations of the ‘terrible twos’, is there anything to be done? Why are they fighting and how do I stop them from…
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Why Do Kids Develop Obsessive Interests?
With Christmas around the corner, I’ve had many family members ask “What are the Kids into these days?”. They grow up fast and when shopping for gifts we all want to please. This question is often easy to answer because young children quickly develop obsessive interests in concepts and characters such as space exploration, princesses,…
