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Blended Family Peacekeepers: Little Things That Save My Sanity
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items 💡 Blended family life comes with its challenges, but these small items make a big difference. From organization hacks to family bonding must-haves, here’s what keeps our home running more smoothly.
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Communication & Organization
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Togetherness & Bonding
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Reduce Conflict
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Learning to Blend
Communication & Organization
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Put one in a central location like the kitchen so everyone knows what we’re doing today
Skylight Calendar | Smart Family Calendar
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Easily color coordinate schedules and to do lists for each family member
Cozi
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Keep this on the front of the refrigerator so that everyone can add their activities
U Brands 16x 20 in. Magnetic Monthly Calendar Dry Erase Board, Silver Aluminum Frame
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Use different colors for each child to add a personalized flair
Magnetic Dry Erase Chore Chart Set for Fridge-Used for Multiple Kids-One Chore Chart and Two Bonus Dry Erase Pad/Grocery Boards-Behavior Chart for Multiple Kids-6 Extra Fine Tips Markers Included! - Walmart.com
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Label each mine with a child’s name and tada! instant laundry organization!
Laundry Hamper Laundry Basket Laundry Sorter with 4 Pull-Out and Removable Bags Shelf 4 x 10.6 Gallons Rustic Brown and Black - Walmart.com
Togetherness & Bonding
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The pictures make it easy for even the little ones to participate
Hedbanz Quick Question Picture Guessing Game
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Teamwork and a chance to move their body. What could be better?
The Original Floor is Lava! Game by Endless
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Easy set up and gameplay to include everyone, even the little ones
Hasbro® Don't Break The Ice Game
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One of the best games of strategy out there
Exploding Kittens
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A game that even the little can participate in that will keep you laughing (and slapping) for hours
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza – Fast-Paced Card Game for Kids, Teens & Adults | 2-8 Players | Ages 8+
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Can be done during family dinner to facilitate conversations and deepen bonds
200 Kids Conversation Cards - Fun Talking & Listening
Reduce Conflict
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For when one kid wants to listen to music but no one else does
Headphones for Kids
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We use these as personalized snack bins for each child. But they also work well for storage or even Christmas items!
Personalized Monogram Name Bucket, Birthday Basket, Bucket with Custom Name, Personalized Name Basket, Bucket with handles, Party Bucket
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We use these to help with sharing but they also make a great visual aid for transitions.
60 Minute Kitchen Visual Timer for Kids, Visual Countdown Timer for Classroom Office Kitchen with 'Rainbow' Pattern Design, Timer with Silent Operation for Home, School, Kitchen, or Office, Blue
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Our favorite scents are lavender and eucalyptus to create a peaceful shared space
Homedics Ultrasonic Aroma Essential Oils Diffuser with Color-Changing Lights, up to 5 Hours Runtime, Uses Your Favorite Essential Oils, 180 ml
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Such cute designs and eliminates the daily struggle over who gets what cup
Personalized Adorable Forest Animal 16 oz Kid Water Bottle with Name and Silicone Straw Birthday Back to School Gift for Boys Girls - CALLIE
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All our kids use one bathroom. This caddy has plenty of room for everyone to store their things without overcrowding
TINANA Corner Shower Caddy, 3 Pack Adhesive Shower Corner Organizer Shelves, Stainless Steel Shower Storage Rack with Hooks, Toothpaste & Soap Holder, No Drilling for Bathroom, Dorm and Kitchen-Black
Learning to Blend
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My partner and I read this book together like our own little book club
Stepcoupling: Creating and Sustaining a Strong Marriage in Today's Blended Family|Paperback
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Written by Swizz Beat’s ex (we all know that story). An amazing take on what it is to thrive in a blended family.
Blend: The Secret to Co-Parenting and Creating a Balanced Family|Paperback