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preventing temper tantrums

Preventing Temper Tantrums: 6 Tools to Help Young Kids Keep Their Cool

One of the less enticing points of parenting is dealing with temper tantrums. Instead of waiting until your kids are…

DIY Valentines Mug

DIY Valentine’s Day Mug

These mugs are super easy to make, and are a fun craft to do with the kids. Present them as…

Protesting Is Best Done with Friends

I decided to host a poster-making party the night before the Women’s March on Washington. In the first place, because…

10 Super Bowl Commercials That Will Make You Cry All The Mom Tears

10 Super Bowl Commercials That Will Make You Cry All The Mom Tears

It’s not just celebrities and luxury car brands who get to shine (EVEN more than usual) on screen—children also get…

My Mom’s French Canadian Meat Pie Recipe

My mom makes the best French Canadian style meat pie. I’ve been after her for years to teach me her…

Valentine Heart strawberry pop tarts

Valentine Heart Strawberry Pop Tarts

Show your love on Valentine’s Day with these deliciously good homemade strawberry pop tarts. Bake up a batch with the…

Getaway Style: 21 Swimsuits That Are Mom-Friendly (and Totally Not Mumsy)

Buying a one-piece swimsuit is kind of a downer because it’s like I’m turning my back on my bikinis—and my…

Are We Romanticizing the BFF?

In today’s society women are bombarded with messages of friendship on social media, movies and books. From an early age,…

For parents, Valentine's Day just isn't a priority any more. Here's why we're trading in our Valentines.

Parents: Why We’re Trading in Our Valentines

Have you ever noticed that after you become a parent, Valentine’s Day just doesn’t do it for you anymore? The…

Valentine's Day pretzel treats

Easy Valentine’s Day Pretzel Treats

Looking for a quick and easy recipe for Valentine’s Day? These easy Valentine’s Day pretzel treats have just three ingredients,…