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Make your own play pillow for kids
Hosting a slumber party is sure to be fun but also comes with a great deal of uncertainty and responsibility. Will the kids cry and want to call home at 2 in the morning? Will they have fun or will...
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3 Easy snowflake crafts for kids
Christmas has come and gone, but that doesn't mean that the fun winter crafts have to end! When you're a kid, snow is the best part of winter. Bring the fun of snow indoors with these three easy...
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Celeb bump day: Jessica Simpson, Kim Kardashian, Holly Madison
Happy Wednesday Hump Day — also known to us as Celebrity Baby Bump Day! Pregnant Jessica Simpson shows off her baby bump while on vacation, while pregnant Kim Kardashian dresses her baby bump in...
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Chasing the Dream: Be present with your dreams
It’s so easy to get caught up in our future plans. But along the way, doing so can leave us unappreciative of the present. Don’t let it. Instead, bask in the little joys every day — from the laughter...
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Cool new trend: Boys' names for girls
If you are looking for a modern and unique baby girl name, perhaps you should consider checking out the hottest new trend — boys’ names for girls! Gender-bending baby namesStill searching for the...
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Prenatal sleep comfort: How to sleep during your pregnancy
The old wives' tale goes that lack of sleep throughout pregnancy is good preparation for motherhood. But really, all you want is a good night of sleep so when the little bundle of joy does arrive,...
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Nurturing an edgy teen
If you have a child who doesn’t fit in, don’t focus on the negative aspects of being different. Embrace your child’s unique qualities and mold-breaking behaviors. Learn how to support a teen who...
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Eat, move, nurture: Raising healthy kids
By encouraging healthy eating and exercise habits, supplying structure and consistency and offering a lot of love, we all can hope to raise happy and healthy children. All parents want their kids to be...
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Mom story: I’m a TV host
McKenzie Westmore hosts Syfy’s hit reality competition show, Face Off, featuring special effects makeup artists competing in elaborate challenges. A fitting gig — her family helped define the role of...
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Winter nature study: Taking your homeschool outdoors
While most would not think of winter as a prime season to study nature, the winter months are the perfect time to kick off the best of the year's nature studies. You will find there are many things to...
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Kids’ winter skin: What to do about it
Harsh outdoor weather and indoor heating can wreak havoc on everyone’s skin, including your children's skin. Here’s how to tell if it’s simply dry skin or if you need to take your little one to get...
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How can Dad support the breastfeeding mom?
Breastfeeding is the mom’s domain, right? Well, yes, but she needs a network of support to be successful, and her partner is one of the main folks in her life that can help her the most. We talk with...
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Books that help kids overcome fears
When your child is afraid, it's hard not to feel powerless. Your instinct is to protect — and if you can't help your child feel safe, you can feel lost yourself. There are some fantastic books for...
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Bounce house blues: Injuries on the rise
Bounce houses and kids' birthday parties are synonymous, but are they getting more dangerous? The AAP's recent study found that inflatable bouncer-related injuries are continuing to happen, but you may...
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Family finances: Using FSAs to fund health care expenses
Health care costs have increased much more rapidly than wages in recent years, so how can families cope? One option to consider is a flexible spending account , which can be funded by the employer,...
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Mommy tweets: Megan Fox, Snooki, Britney Spears
We checked out the Twitter feeds of some of our favorite celebrity moms. New mom Megan Fox officially has joined Twitter, but doesn't seem too impressed, while Snooki keeps us entertained with her...
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Outdoor activities with an indoor twist
From windowsill gardening to makeshift mud pies, unique outdoor activities you can take indoors to entertain your kids and keep cabin fever at bay!Bring the fun inside!From windowsill gardening to...
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Creative ways to put your cell phone on lockdown
Does texting trump talking at your dinner table? Does your teen spend more quality time with his smartphone than you? Are you even guilty of staring at your screen when you should be looking at your...
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6 Video games you can play with your kids
Don’t know the difference between Mario and Luigi? Don’t worry. These six family-friendly video games will have you joining in on the action in no time. Video games don’t have to be isolating. These...
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5 Games to play at the dinner table
The dinner table is an excellent time for families to reconnect at the end of the day — but some families miss this opportunity by getting into the habit of watching TV during dinner. We've got a few...
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