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Family watching movie Super Bowl weekend

5 fantastic football movies to watch with the family Super Bowl weekend

In anticipation of Super Bowl Sunday, watch these football movies for family night.
Table filled with snacks ready for a Super Bowl party

Make these easy Super Bowl snacks the whole family will love

You'll be the MVP of the party with these easy, homemade Super Bowl snacks.
Valentine's Day cookies on a table with a bowl

Try a homemade treat: 5 easy Valentine’s Day desserts the kids will love

Try these easy Valentine's Day desserts to make February 14 special for the kids.
A teen boy at the wheel with Dad watching

Important driving behaviors to teach your teen

Teaching a teen to drive isn't easy, but it's important to make sure yours has these driving behaviors.
Toddler eating

Mealtime manners for kids you should teach – the most important basics

Table manners are important, but what are the most important mealtime manners that kids must have? Find out here.
Minestrone soup made in Instant Pot

8 healthy Instant Pot recipes that will please every family member

Save time and give the family delicious meals with these healthy instant pot recipes.
Baby boy enjoys his smash cake on his birthday

Adorable DIY smash cake recipes for your baby’s first birthday

Smash cakes have become an Instagram favorite. Make a tasty one for your baby's first birthday bash with one of these smash cake recipes.
Hands creating paper snowflakes

How to make paper snowflakes – a simple guide for a fun winter crafting project

Looking for an easy snowflake craft? Here's how to make paper snowflakes with kids of all ages.
Mom making dinner using an air fryer

9 healthy air fryer recipes that will replace fast food and takeout

The kids won't even miss takeout nights with these healthy air fryer recipes.
Delicious sheet-pan dinner for busy families

6 healthy sheet-pan dinners that make cleanup a breeze

For quick and simple meals, try healthy sheet-pan dinners the whole family will love.
Dad sharing words of encouragement with his son

20 words of encouragement for kids you probably don’t use enough

What should you say to encourage a child? These 20 words of encouragement for kids are empowering.
Post-it note with responsibility written on it

Why teaching responsibility to children is crucial to their development

Why is teaching kids responsibility so important? Here's how to instill this value in your kids.
Setting a daily routine

Why kids need routines and how you’re hurting your children by not enforcing them

Routines for kids are important. Learn why routines help set up your kids for success.
A person making a list of New Year's resolutions

5 New Year’s resolution ideas for kids that promote healthy habits

Kids' New Year's resolutions are a great way for the whole family to develop healthier habits.
Happy kids at a birthday party

An expert party planner reveals the top kids’ party trends for 2023

Looking for birthday party ideas for your kids? Here are the top kids' party trends for 2023 from party-planning expert Virginia Edelson.
Hands putting together a snowman craft

7 creative snowman crafts to keep your kindergartner entertained

Try these easy snowman crafts with kindergarteners or kids of all ages this winter.
Tasty meatballs made in a crockpot

10 super simple Christmas crockpot meals that are ideal for busy families

Enjoy these tasty and easy Christmas crockpot meals this holiday season.
Parent putting together a colorful lunch

A family’s guide to healthy living in 2023, according to an expert

Want to get the family on a healthy path in 2023, but don't know how? We've got expert advice.
Profile of teen boy struggling with acne

Help teens deal with breakouts and acne: Top tips for your adolescent to work through this common skin issue

Looking for help for teen acne? Here's our guide on ways to handle breakouts and when to go to a dermatologist.
Santa sitting with a little girl going over the list

Santa is now just a video chat away with Cameo – check this out!

Keep the kids off the naughty list with a special personalized Santa video from Cameo.
Teen girl moving into college

Ways to keep in touch when your teen heads off to college – easy advice to follow to ease you mind

Teen going to college soon? Don't worry, we've got the best ways to help you stay in touch.
Baby bump wrapped up like a Christmas present

7 charming ideas for a Christmas pregnancy announcement

Need holly jolly Christmas pregnancy announcement ideas for this holiday season? Unwrap these cute suggestions.
Kids having fun making holiday crafts

8 cute holiday crafts for kids that create fond memories for years to come

Holiday crafts for kids are a wonderful way to create treasured keepsakes. Try these cute and easy ideas.
Toddler having fun outside in the snow

5 winter science activities for kids that go beyond baking soda volcanoes

Get outside and enjoy the cold weather with these cool winter science activities for toddlers.
Mom and toddler doing holiday crafts

6 holiday crafts for toddlers that are easy for tiny hands

Get festive and creative this season with these easy and fun holiday crafts for toddlers.
Kwanzaa holiday table setting

Immerse your kids in culture by teaching them about holidays around the world

Learning about holidays around the world for kids helps to explore cultural diversity. Here are six winter holidays to explore.
Tired-looking teen playing video games at his desk

5 hobbies for teens that will help combat their addiction to video games

Is a video game addiction brewing with your teen? Try these hobbies to replace video games.
Thankful fall background

5 fun, creative, and easy Thanksgiving crafts kids can make this holiday

Deck the halls this November with DIY Thanksgiving decorations and easy crafts for the kids to make.
Fall family dinner

Tasty fall recipes to warm up your belly and your table

Embrace that autumn chill and warm up your table with these tasty fall recipes the family will love.
Ramen noodles in a bowl ready to eat

Transform a boring meal with these inventive but cheap ramen noodle recipes

Cheap ramen noodle recipes are easy to make and budget-friendly options.
Family unloading groceries at home

8 cheap but yummy dinner ideas that will save you some serious dough

These cheap dinner recipes will be a hit with the family and are budget-friendly meals.
Happy pregnant mom wearing a maternity witch costume for Halloween

7 best pregnant Halloween costumes that won’t break the bank

These best pregnant Halloween costumes are under $40 and will show off your adorable baby bump.
teen girls arguing with her mom about homework

Doing homework doesn’t have to be a chore: 5 ways parents can help their kids

Homework assignments do have to be completed and do have a purpose. So, how can you stop the homework drama after school?
View from a scenic railroad fall foliage ride

Ride the rails this fall to see autumn’s colors

Take a train ride on a scenic railroad to see fall foliage this autumn.
toddler girl and her dad having fun with music and movement activity

8 best movement and music activities for toddlers: Get them engaged (and tired)

Try these 8 music and movement activities to get toddlers moving.
Girl playing with hula hoop in the backyard

10 fun games kids (and adults) can play with a hula hoop

There are many ways to have fun with a hula hoop. Our list of 10 hula hoop games is sure to be a hit with kids and parents.
A couple holding a gender reveal balloon

5 alternatives to gender reveal parties that are both safe and fun

These are 5 great alternatives to gender reveal parties.
father and teen having a talk on a bench

7 awesome podcasts dedicated to surviving the hell of parenting teens

You'll love these podcasts dedicated to parenting teens.
Child sponge painting

Why sponge painting is a great way to kickstart imagination

Here's why sponge painting is great for your little one's development.
Father and son playing a game of chess

Chess for kids: Why this is a fantastic activity for your 7-year-old

There's a great reason why kids should learn chess.
preschool girl having fun playing soccer

What are the benefits of sports in child development? We break it down

Sports for 3-year-olds are important for their development. Here's why your tot needs to be as active as possible.
Grandpa opening gifts with his grandkids.

The best gifts under $20 for grandparents who have everything

These holiday presents under $20 are perfect for grandparents and will make them smile.
5-year-old girl celebrating her birthday

Need a fantastic theme for a fifth birthday party? Consider these

Get the party started with these fun themes for a fifth birthday party.
Three kids reading a book inside of a blanket fort

How to build a blanket fort for epic indoor adventures

Blanket forts can help spark imagination -- here's how to build a great one.
Little boy drawing in an art book with colored pencils

6 creative YouTubers who can teach your 6-year-old to draw

Drawing is a skill anyone can learn. These six YouTubers teach kids how to draw.
girl showing a friend how to tie her shoes

How to teach your child to tie shoes using YouTube videos

These five YouTube videos will help your child learn to tie their shoes.
Decorations for a Harry Potter party

How to throw a magical Harry Potter marathon for your kids

Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday with a magical movie marathon.
Three girls having fun jumping rope outside

9 easy, timeless jump-rope games every kid will love

Looking for fun jump-rope games to get your kids outside and playing? Try these timeless jump-rope games.
Cute baby girl in a headband sitting up.

How to make baby headbands that are adorable

Here's how to make baby headbands that are adorable, stylish, and easy.
Cute baby boy.

What color will your baby’s eyes be? Find out with a baby eye color predictor

With a baby eye color predictor, you can find out what color eyes your baby might have.