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Holly Riddle

Holly Riddle

Former Digital Trends Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 71 articles

Holly Riddle is a freelance food, travel and lifestyle journalist, who also dabbles in copywriting, ghostwriting and fiction. You can find her work in publications ranging from Golf Magazine to Mashed, Global Traveler to Forbes and Bloomberg. When she’s not writing, you can find her exploring the mountains near her home in the Adirondacks or drinking whiskey.

Toddler playing peekaboo

Peekaboo: The simple game that’s great for your baby

Ready to play the peekaboo baby game with your precious nugget? Here's when babies should play peekaboo and why it's a good game for them.
Mother kissing daughter on the head

The 5 best ways to teach manners to children

Here are five ways to teach manners to children that, if employed now, will benefit your child far into adulthood.
Family cooking together in the kitchen

5 easy Thanksgiving sides kids can help make for this year’s feast

It's all hands-on deck when you're cooking the turkey, so why not get everyone in the kitchen to help with these yummy Thanksgiving sides kids can make.
Pregnant woman on couch experiencing cramps

5 natural ways to boost energy while pregnant: It’s not that difficult

How can you fight through being tired all the time when you're pregnant? Here are four natural ways to boost your energy during those important nine months. 
A parent dressing their baby

Here’s our temperature guide for dressing babies in both cold and warm weather

Not sure how to get your baby dressed for the weather? We can help you with our temperature guide for warm or cold weather conditions.
Child with umbrella

15 fun rainy day activities for kids you should have in your back pocket when boredom kicks in

Don't let raindrops dampen plans, we've got fun rainy day activities if you want to stay at home or head outside.
Baby smiling under a blanket

This $50 blanket is baby’s best go-everywhere option

Keep your baby comfortable and happy with this incredible blanket that can be taken everywhere
Baby with sweet potatoes

9 amazing sweet potato baby food combinations your child will love

Making your own sweet potato baby food is a snap with these tasty fruit and vegetable combinations.
Babies in diapers playing

6 under $50 sports nursery bedding any girl or boy will love

These 6 sports nursery bedding sets under $50 are perfect for boys and girls
Baby getting a haircut.

When babies get their first haircut: Everything you need to know to get through this milestone without tears

When do babies get their first haircut done? Here's what you need to know before the first snip of the scissors and anyone's first tears.
Baby in front of a Christmas tree

How to baby-proof your Christmas tree and keep your little one safe this holiday

Christmas trees are beautiful, but dangerous for babies. Here's how to keep your little one safe this season.
Dad holding baby in the nursery.

Should I wake baby from a long nap? 4 times it’s OK

If you're asking yourself, should I wake up baby from a long nap, you aren't alone. We'll let you know when it's normal to wake that babe.
Mother feeding baby.

4 great baby formulas for sensitive stomachs you can get quickly

Does your baby have an upset tummy from their formula? Here are the best baby formula for sensitive stomach to try.
Family grilling together

6 kid-friendly barbecue ideas that are way healthier and tastier than hot dogs

Your kids will love these healthy grill ideas that aren't hot dogs but still taste great and are fun to create.
A family playing together in the snow

Games to play in the snow that are perfect for kids of any age

Looking for ways to get outside this Christmas break? We have six new and fun games to play in the snow this season that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Kids enjoying snow as an outdoor activity

5 fun games for kids to play when it’s snowing outside

Here are five fun ways for your kids to play when it’s snowing outside.
Mom fixing daughter's hair and putting it in braids

5 amazing kid hairstyles for 10-year-old girls that are easy to do

Tired of doing your daughter's hair in the same old ponytail? Switch it up with these hairstyles for 10-year-old girls that won't take all day to do.
mom with daughter in tree

How to talk to a teenage girl to get her to open up

Here are some tips for how to talk to a teenage girl so she'll open up to you about what's going on in her life.
college student on campus

4 common mistakes to avoid when your teen goes off to college

Avoid these 4 common mistakes when your teen goes to college
Pregnant woman on a bed.

These ovulation tracker apps are the best of the best for getting pregnant

If you want to get pregnancy, try these ovulation predictor apps.
baby in hospital crib

The Baby’s First Test website makes it easier to navigate the newborn stage

Here's what you need to know about the Baby's First Test website.
Woman holding a baby.

Postpartum hair loss: What you can do to stop strands from falling out

Here's what you can do to relieve postpartum hair loss.
woman looking out window with baby

8 early warning signs of postpartum depression to be on the lookout for

There are 8 early warning signs that you have postpartum depression.
Baby in a crib

When can babies sleep with a blanket without posing a safety risk?

Here are guidelines for when babies can sleep with a blanket without it posing a suffocation risk.
boho nursery style

How to design a boho nursery as good as the pros

Get the nursery you want by your own hands with our Boho ideas.
mother reading to child

7 best bedtime books for toddlers every parent needs on their bookshelf

These are 7 bedtime story books your children will love.
fox stuffed animal

6 incredible fox nursery decor finds under $20 you can get today

Foxy themed nurseries don't have to break the bank.
happy family in the car

8 entertaining card games to play in the car with kids

Cards on car rides can make the time pass by quicker.
Baby with hat and sweater

Gender-neutral clothes — what to know when choosing pieces for your kids

Gender-neutral kids' clothes are a big trend. We discuss the potential benefits and why you should put your kids’ interests first.
two girls walking at school

3 cute kids hairstyles for your kindergartner’s first day of school

These cute kids hairstyles are perfect for the first day of kindergarten.
Baby doing tummy time

6 great DIY baby toys you can make this weekend

It's so easy to make these DIY toys for baby, you can do it in a weekend.
Rustic nursery with brick wall.

How to design a farmhouse nursery for less than $600

With these easy ideas, you can design a farmhouse nursery for under $600
sage-bedroom

7 green nursery ideas for a gender neutral look

These green nursery ideas are perfect for a gender neutral room.
sailor nursery theme

Why a nautical nursery theme is perfect for your baby

A nautical nursery theme is a wonderful choice for your baby.
Baby with pumpkin

How to puree pumpkin for baby in 3 easy steps

Here's how to puree pumpkin for baby in 3 easy steps.
pregnant woman in coat

The best fall and winter maternity dresses under $40 to get right now

These fall and winter maternity dresses are all under $40.
stylish pregnant woman

Good, better, best: Maternity leggings you can wear to work

These are the best maternity leggings that you can wear to work.
nursery with rainbow wall decals

4 adorable ways to design a rainbow nursery

Design the perfect rainbow nursery with cute decor ideas.
Mother holding a baby in a nursery.

Small space nursery solutions to maximize space in your home

Sometimes, you just don’t have a lot of room in your nursery. Our ideas will help you maximize the space in your nursery.
nursery image

DIY crafts for every nursery

You can DIY nursery furniture at home, with limited tools, experience, and hardware. All you need is a little patience and the right resources.
close up of a minion figure

The best Minion toys under $25 for every age group

These are the best minion toys under $25 for all ages
girl watching videos

6 educational YouTubers your tween will love

6 educational YouTubers for tweens that they'll love
child pulling book off shelf

Good, better, best: Nursery bookshelves worth your hard-earned cash

These are the best baby nursery bookshelves on the market to buy.
child standing in front of tv

5 fantastic shows streaming on Peacock for your 4-year-old

These 5 Peacock shows are perfect for preschoolers.
baby in a bath

Here are the 8 best bath time essentials for you and your baby

Baby bathtime can be a blast -- here's what you need to help it go smoothly.
gift ideas for kids kidsbirthdayparty

What to buy the kid who has everything

If you’re currently shopping for a kid who already has it all, here are a few gift ideas to consider, each sure to please both parent and child.
Baby princess costume

Disney-inspired nursery ideas for every budget

There’s no need to drop serious dollars at the Disney Store in order for you to create the perfect Disney-inspired nursery.
Two siblings in a pool.

Good, better, best: Inflatable pools your kids will have a blast in

We list the best inflatable pools you can get for your kids.
Girl showing her parent a shirt she wants to wear.

How to make hand-me-down clothes seem new for your tween

This is how to make hand-me-down clothes for your kid cool
family making salad

5 kid-friendly dinner ideas that don’t require an oven

These kid-friendly dinners are delicious and easy to make.