Holidays
Candy Crush Jack o’ Lantern Carving Printable
Candy Crush pumpkins are easy to make with our Tiffi and Mr. Toffee pumpkin carving stencils. Happy Halloween!
Young Child
The Politics of Birthday Parties
On the death of the small at-home party, the etiquette of sibling tagalongs, and other kids’ birthday party conundrums.
Parenting
Getting Rid of the Shoulds
Let’s make a pact to remove this word from our vocabularies. Shoulds make you feel like a failure and get in the way of you appreciating what you actually do.
Baby
Your Baby is Teething! Here’s What Will Help.
Best teether and teething toys to bring your baby or toddler relief.
Big Kid
Missing From The Family Calendar
Sure, we have a color-coded family calendar hanging in our kitchen… but the events I most wish I could schedule remain maddeningly unpredictable.
Toddler
Potty Training Wars: Return of the Halfway-There Kid
Seriously. WHY WON’T THEY POOP ON THE POTTY.
Education
Dealing With a New Diagnosis
My son has just been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I haven’t the faintest idea what I’m supposed to do next.
Parenting
I Tried to Get Along With Every Other Mother and Then I Came to My Senses
Getting along with other mothers and why you shouldn’t sweat it if you don’t.
Food & Home
Our Favorite Frittata: A Flexible One-Dish Wonder
Need a looks-fancy-but-it’s-not quick-and-easy dinner packed with veggies and protein? If you’ve got eggs around, you can make a frittata.
Parenting
Alpha Mom Must List: Read “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio
Wonder, the novel about a boy with severe craniofacial deformities who starts middle school, by R.J. Palacio is a must-read for children and their parents.
Big Kid
The Unbearable Rightness Of Being
One of the hardest lessons for my teens is that, sometimes, there are some things more important than being right.
Baby
Night Sleeper, Day Sleeper
My four-month-old sleeps great at night. So why is she treating naps like some form of child abuse?
Big Kid
Your Child Says Their Teacher Is Mean, What Do You Do?
It is the time of year when you begin to hear complaints from the kids about their teachers. “My teacher hates me!” Do you step in or let them work it out?
Holidays
Candy Crush Halloween Costume for Kids
Our Candy Crush Halloween Costume is perfect for kids and adults, too! We’ve got directions and printables for making this Candy Crush costume in a snap.
Pregnancy
Goodbye, Hello
My mom has cancer and might not live much longer. Am I crazy for trying to get pregnant right now? We have some thoughts.
Crafts
Easy Superhero Tank Tops for Halloween
These DIY Superhero tank tops for kids make for great Halloween costumes or for everyday wear, like a distressed vintage look.
Big Kid
Parenting Big Kids When You’re Depressed
Depression, like any other medical condition, can impact your ability to parent the way you want to. You and your kids can get through it, I promise.
Parenting
The Kindergarten Transition of Doom
I enrolled my daughter in a kindergarten class that she hates. How can I make the transition easier for both of us?
Health & Safety
Bug Repellent Guide for Families
Our human mosquito magnet tested out several different bug repellents, from skin protectants (DEET and DEET-free options), to wristbands and insect traps. And we share our favorites repellents.
Crafts
Candy Crush Character Puppets DIY and Printable
Candy Crush is everyone’s favorite game addiction. We’ve created free printables that allow you to bring the Candy Crush character puppets to life.