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Best Easter books for kids
Get ready for Easter by coloring eggs, decorating your home and reading about the history and traditions of the holiday. Teach your kids about the joys of Easter by reading one of these books. We have...
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Easter party favors for kids
Chocolate bunnies, hard-cooked eggs and Easter baskets aren't the only party favors you can give out at your kids' Easter party. These unique favor ideas are affordable and adorable. Cascarones...
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DIY yarn Easter eggs
A little glue and reams of colorful yarn turn ordinary eggs into modern, decorative Easter eggs without all the mess of dyes or decoupage! If you love Easter but you prefer modern home decor over...
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Down syndrome: Is awareness overdone and action overdue?
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day , recognized by the United Nations and intended to shine a broad spotlight on the most common genetic condition. Children of Julie Cevallos March 21 is World Down...
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Mom story: I’m Taco Mama
When you love to cook, you’ve tackled catering and you crave flexible hours, what’s the next step? For Kerry Hubbard, 43, of Pleasant Ridge, Michigan, it’s food trucking. The trend that’s cruised...
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How to create a shorter Seder
Young kids have short attention spans during a regular dinner, so we can't always expect them to sit still for a Seder. But with a little creativity, you can create a Seder that even the youngest will...
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Easter party crafts for kids
If you are hosting an Easter party for family, friends and neighbors, set aside some time early in the party for the kids to create Easter crafts. Easter egg basketsBefore starting the Easter egg hunt,...
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How long should kids believe in the Easter Bunny?
Imaginary and make-believe play are totally appropriate for young children. However with make-believe, kids know certain things are not real. When it comes to the Easter Bunny, it's a whole other...
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ADHD: The debate continues
An estimated five million children in the U.S. have ADHD, but the diagnosis — or misdiagnosis — is under fire. How can you know for sure whether your child is displaying bad behavior or has ADHD? An...
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Julianne Moore dishes on motherhood and Freckleface Strawberry
You know Julianne Moore best as an acclaimed actress, but she's also a mother of two, an accomplished children's author and a freckle face. Moore's best-selling Freckleface Strawberry books are now...
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Mommy tweets: Fergie, Britney Spears, Kate Gosselin
What were on the minds and Twitter feeds of some of our favorite celebrity moms? Fergie tweets about her “rock n roll maternity look,” while Britney Spears tweets about her Shape magazine cover Kate...
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Easter basket alternatives: Fill it with more than just candy
Are you scrambling to put together an Easter basket of goodies? While most Easter baskets include edible treats, we've got a few ideas of the non-food variety to add to the sweet treats. Calorie-free...
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Why your baby needs tummy time and how she can get it
You know your baby needs tummy time, but what if she screams when you lay her on the floor — and what can happen if she doesn’t get enough? We talked to an expert to get tips that every mom can use....
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Is the Easter bunny real? How to answer your child
Is the Easter bunny real? It's the question parents don't want to think about answering. But the time will come when you'll be faced with it. If you're getting nervous this could be your last Easter...
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From Thorin to Liv: Scandinavian baby names
From Vikings to Norsemen, Scandinavia is a region that is full of wonderful heritage — and baby names as well! We have rounded up unique baby girl names and baby boy names from the three regions that...
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Middle name trends for girls
Today's parents are putting more thought into their girl’s middle name choice. Popular trends include old-fashioned or traditional middle names, such as Grace, Louise or Katherine. Flower names, such...
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Teaching phone manners to kids
Got manners? Learning proper manners for using the telephone is an important life skill for your kids. Whether they are old enough to answer the phone or simply having a chat with grandma, using...
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Are we empowering our kids too much?
Everywhere you look, the world is increasingly being geared toward kids. Parents take pride in treating their children like mini adults and empowering them to make choices. Ask almost anyone of the...
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Consistency: The golden rule in good discipline
Whatever family rules you prioritize, values you want to instill or behaviors you wish to decrease, there is only one major rule that must be followed to see any change. That one golden rule is...
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What to do about your child’s dying social skills
In a world dominated by digital communication, parents worry about their children’s ability to develop the necessary face-to-face social skills required for successful interpersonal relationships....
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