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\"DSC_0296\"<\/a>Hello and welcome! I’m Lauren, a freelance writer, frequent contributor to The Washington Post<\/em><\/a>‘s On Parenting Newsletter<\/em>, blogger, and stay-at-home mama who enjoys photography, gardening, cooking and eating good food, and exploring nature through the eyes of our children. Andrew, my amazing and handsome husband, is a professor who enjoys playing music, flying through the air on the flying trapeze, and exploring the great outdoors. He is my best friend and my better half (and he is also responsible for most of the awesome music posts on this blog). Together we are raising three rambunctious, sweet little boys: Milo, Oliver, and Emil, and embracing alternative education in the form of Montessori<\/a>. I enjoy pushing the envelope and challenging the status quo, especially when it comes to parenting and education.<\/p>\n

We started Crumbbums in 2007 when our first baby boy was born as a way to stay in touch with far-flung family and friends. Over the years we have lived in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington DC before settling down in St. Louis in 2011. We have finally found our niche here in the great city of St. Louis and thoroughly enjoy exploring the local arts and music (and coffee) scene.<\/p>\n

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Join us as we explore our city, find joy in parenting, discover delicious recipes, share our favorite books and music, and try to keep our sense of style (and humor)!<\/p>\n

As of October 2016, I have also been blogging over at Montessori-Blog.org<\/a>, where I post about Montessori lessons, parenting advice, and document the everyday wonders of the AMI-accredited St. Louis-based Montessori school, Villa di Maria. Be sure to follow along!<\/p>\n

As with anything, please respect that all photography is property of Crumbbums unless otherwise indicated. Please give credit where credit is due!<\/em><\/p>\n

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photo credit: Unplugged Nation<\/em><\/p>\n

Also, be sure to check out the television show we filmed in June 2014, Unplugged Nation — Idaho Idyll<\/em><\/a>, which originally aired on September 26, 2015 on FYI. \u00a0It was a fantastic experience and one we will never forget!<\/p>\n

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Contact<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please leave a comment \u2014 some of the most meaningful online conversations can be started through these threads. I will try to respond to your questions throughout, but if you would rather contact me directly, please email me: lauren {dot} knight9 {at} gmail {dot} com. I’d be thrilled to hear from you!<\/p>\n

Guest Posts<\/b><\/p>\n

Hither & Thither<\/a> \/\/ Bathroom Remodel: A Timeless Mix<\/a> (December 20, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

Hither & Thither<\/a> \/\/ Dress That Mama Interview<\/a> (July 14, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Ma Books<\/a> \/\/ A Week’s Wardrobe<\/a> (March 18, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

Hither and Thither<\/a>\u00a0\/\/\u00a05 THINGS: A Travel Guide to St. Louis<\/a>\u00a0(December 17, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Ma Books<\/a>\u00a0\/\/\u00a0A Week’s Wardrobe<\/a> (October 19, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

Our Buzzards<\/a>\u00a0\/\/\u00a0Wabi Sabi \/ 02<\/a> (March 11, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

Cinnamon Girl<\/a> \/\/ First Friday<\/a> (June 7, 2013)<\/em><\/p>\n

Slow Mama<\/a>\u00a0\/\/\u00a0The Great Toy Purge<\/a> (October 31, 2012); Incorporating Kids’ Toys into Your Decor<\/a>\u00a0(November 7, 2012)<\/em><\/p>\n

Branch and Vine<\/a>\u00a0\/\/\u00a0Healthy Snacks for Kids<\/a> (January 23, 2012)<\/em><\/p>\n

Online Articles<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: How parents can find patience and empathy, even in a moment of frustration<\/a> (June 5, 2017)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Why we need to give our kids the gift of accountability<\/a> (November 30, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 10 ways to help kids fall in love with being outside<\/a> (April 20, 2016), in print (April 21, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Why kids should go barefoot more (and probably adults, too)<\/a> (February 29, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: The question of homework: should our kids have it at all?<\/a> (February 24, 2016)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: The lessons I learned trying to\u00a0teach my child generosity<\/a> (November 23, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Why it’s good to have a strong-willed child, and why you should let up on them<\/a> (November 9, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Washington Post: “Everyone’s a winner” and other lies<\/a> (September 1, 2015)<\/i><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Talking to boys about puberty<\/a> (August 28, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 5 Ways to increase cooperation, decrease competition among siblings<\/a> (July 19, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: How to teach your children the art of happiness<\/a> (May 8, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: The time I was accused of child abuse<\/a> (April 23, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: What we’re reading: Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt<\/a> (April 22, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Why one needs the other: ‘Two’ by Melissa Ann Pinney<\/a> (April 17, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: What we’re reading: The Iridescence of Birds: A Book about Henri Matisse<\/a> (March 27, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: Why curiosity is important for parents, too<\/a> (March 24, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: \u00a0Why you should stop giving your kid a bath every night<\/a> (February 26, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 5 ways to let a little more risk into your child’s day (and why it matters)<\/a> (January 16, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 10 Indoor Activities to get you\u00a0through Winter<\/a> (January 8, 2015)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 5 Great Books (and Gifts) For Kids<\/a> (December 11, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: 5 Things I’ve Learned About Raising Boys (So Far)<\/a> (November 12, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Washington Post: Why We’re Saying No to Extra-Curriculars<\/a> (November 3, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: What We’re Reading for Halloween: The Dark<\/a> (October 23, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

St. Louis Family Magazine: St. Louis’ Top Five Parks for Kids<\/a> (October 24, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

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The Washington Post: 10 Ways to Get Your Kids out in Nature, and Why it Matters<\/a> (October 21, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

St. Louis Family Magazine: Haircuts at Home<\/a> (October 2, 2014)<\/i><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: With Kids off at School, How I Answer “So what do you do all day?”<\/a> (September 23, 2014), also in print<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: What We’re Reading: Rosie Revere, Engineer<\/a> (September 16, 2014)<\/i><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: What We’re Reading: Frog and Toad<\/a> (September 3, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

The Washington Post: How I Learned to be a more Mindful Parent<\/a> (August 26, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: St. Louis Family Magazine\u00a0\u2014 Kevin A. Roberts<\/em><\/p>\n

St. Louis Family Magazine: On Her Way: Grace’s Bus Stop<\/a> (March 21, 2014)<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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