Hi, I’m Marina!
Parenting Tips, Kids Activities & Free Printables From a Real Mom
I’m a mom of two girls and a parenting journalist. Here I share practical parenting advice, screen-free kids activities, and free printable worksheets for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary kids (pre-K to 4th grade), so family life feels a little easier and a lot less overwhelming.
Written from real life with my own kids · Researched & fact-checked · Printables I design myself · Meet Marina
Free worksheets, pre-K to 4th grade
Free printables ✦ Screen-free play ✦ Pre-K to 4th grade ✦ Answer keys included ✦ Written by a real mom ✦ Toddler tips ✦ Mom life ✦
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What stage are you in right now?
Pick your family’s stage. Each list starts with the guides other moms read most.
Pregnancy & babies
Bump to first birthday
Toddlers & preschoolers
Ages 1 to 5
Free printables
Worksheets kids actually want to do
Free printable worksheets by age and grade, designed by me and tested at our own kitchen table. Most recent packs include an answer key and print on US Letter paper. Some download instantly; others are sent to your inbox.
Toddlers & preschool
Kindergarten
Looking for something calmer? Try my coloring pages, like unicorn, kawaii girl, and wolves coloring books.
This season
Winter break & holiday ideas
Printables and simple ideas for the cozy weeks between Thanksgiving and the new year.
Free 1st grade winter break packet
12 printable pages of math, reading, and winter fun, with an answer key.
Free Thanksgiving activity book
A 105-page printable activity book to keep kids busy before the big meal.
51 fun fact Christmas coloring pages
Christmas characters with a fun fact on every page, for kids aged 5 to 8.
More holiday ideas: 15 easy Christmas gifts kids can make · Clay gift ideas kids can make · 25 non-toy gifts for a 1 year old · All seasonal ideas
Most read
The guides moms keep coming back to
The most-read parenting guides on A Mum to Mum.
Reader favorite
How long can a toddler go without eating?
What causes appetite loss in toddlers, and when to be concerned.
Signs of a musically gifted child
Early signs of musical talent, from matching pitch to a fascination with instruments.
4 stages of the water cycle for kids
A simple, kid-friendly way to explain evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
25 non-toy gifts for a 1 year old
25 useful, clutter-free gift ideas, with safety tips before you buy.
Brain teasers for kids + free printables
Why brain teasers help kids think, with printable activities to try.
Effects of bottle feeding too long
11 possible effects of extended bottle feeding, plus signs your child is ready to wean.
Marina
Meet Marina
I’m not here to make motherhood look perfect. I’m here to make it feel more manageable.
Marina, founder of A Mum to Mum
Meet Marina, the mum behind A Mum to Mum
I’m Marina, a mom of two girls, content creator, and independent journalist who writes for the parenting section of Naša Kostrena, a local news portal in Croatia. I started A Mum to Mum in 2020 to share what actually works in our home, from IVF and the baby years to toddler tantrums, picky eating, and now school worksheets.
How I create content: my posts are based on my own experience as a mom, and I research every parenting topic and link the studies and trusted sources behind my claims, so you can check them yourself (how I research my posts). I design every printable myself in Canva, and if I had a penny for every page I’ve printed for my girls… My articles are not a substitute for advice from your pediatrician or doctor.
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The newsletter
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Screen-free play
Screen-free kids activities & crafts
Easy, hands-on ideas, many inspired by what we actually do at home with my girls.
Play at home
The shop
Printable packs from my shop
Want more ready-to-print resources? My shop has low-cost printable packs, delivered as instant downloads. Nothing is mailed.
FAQ
Questions moms ask me
Frequently asked questions about A Mum to Mum. Still wondering about something? Send me a message.
What is A Mum to Mum?
A Mum to Mum is a parenting blog by Marina Sestan, a mom of two girls and parenting journalist. It shares practical parenting advice, screen-free kids activities, recipes for families, and free printable worksheets for kids from toddlers to 4th grade.
Are the printables on A Mum to Mum free?
Yes. Hundreds of printable pages on the blog are free, including worksheets, activity books, and coloring pages. Some download straight from the post and some are sent to your email. A small shop also offers low-cost printable packs.
What ages and grades are the worksheets for?
There are printables for toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, and 1st to 4th grade, covering skills like number tracing, scissor skills, place value, reading comprehension, contractions, and science topics like light, sound, and energy.
What paper size do the worksheets use?
Recent worksheet packs are designed for US Letter paper. Many also include an answer key for parents and teachers.
Can teachers use the printables in the classroom?
You’re welcome to print them for your own children or your own classroom, but please don’t resell or re-upload the files.
Is the parenting advice medical advice?
No. Marina shares her experience as a mom and researches each topic, but the articles are not medical advice. Always check with your pediatrician or doctor about your child’s health, feeding, or development.