The living room is called the living room for a reason. Aside from the bathroom and kitchen, it’s usually the most used room (by most people). From movie nights to homework, holiday gatherings to LEGO builds, there’s no place better…
Families looking for beach days, hikes through the jungle, and visits to ancient Maya ruins will find that the Central American country of Belize is an excellent vacation spot. I spent a few days deep in the rainforest before heading…
Getting the kids out of the house in the morning isn’t easy—especially at the beginning of the school year. They have to adjust to an early wake-up time, generally rush to get ready, and become reacquainted with all the regulating…
As a mom to a high-school freshman and a fifth-grader, I sometimes feel like I’m running a side hustle as an Uber driver—without enjoying the benefits of the extra cash. Sigh. Needless to say, I know what it’s like to…
Hooray! Hollywood has finally caught on to the fact that a mom’s life doesn’t end after divorce, a woman’s sex drive doesn’t expire after having kids, and female beauty only gets better with age. We’re referencing, of course, the recent…
Whether you’re expecting a tiny bundle or your baby-making days are long over, name trends are endlessly fascinating. In the past few years, we’ve seen grandpa names for girls, atmospheric options, and X-tra monikers top the trend lists—and then we…
What do you get when you combine the versatility of chicken with easy meal prep and almost zero clean-up? Only the best sheet pan chicken dinners out there! After all, it’s no secret that being able to toss a family-favorite…
The toddler stage is both exciting and challenging. It’s incredible to watch tots foster their curiosity, lean into their personalities, and make strides toward independence. It’s also, let’s face it, exhausting to keep them entertained and tantrum-free on a regular…
If you haven’t checked out the Airbnb Play Category, this is your sign. For fun-loving families, the Play Category makes drilling down to find the perfect vacation rental a breeze. These rentals are properties that include on-site fun beyond the…
It’s so startling when our little kids lay a big smack on us (or anyone, for that matter), but it’s also super common. Nope, you’re not failing as a parent, and you likely don’t have a problem child, either. What…