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Holly Riddle

Holly Riddle

Former Digital Trends Contributor

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.

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.
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.
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.
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 parent dressing their baby

Here’s our temperature guide for dressing babies in both warm and cold 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.
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.
Child with umbrella

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

It's raining, everyone is getting bored, and you don't know what to do. These 10 fun rainy day activities are sure to delight kids.
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.
Toddler playing peekaboo.

Why peekaboo baby is a great game to play with your little one

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.
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.
Woman holding 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
nursery with rainbow wall decals

4 adorable ways to design a rainbow nursery

Design the perfect rainbow nursery with cute decor ideas.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
family having a barbecue

7 grilling tips to keep your 5-year-old safe

How to keep your kids safe when you're barbecuing or grilling.
Child blowing bubbles in a playhouse

Good, better, best: Backyard playhouses your 7-year-old will love

We list the best backyard playhouses for 7-year-old kids.
Mother and daughter eating vegetables

How to keep food fresh to save your family’s budget

Keep fruits and veggies fresh with these simple solutions.
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.
Four kids sitting together outside

5 comfy toddler sandals under $30 your child will actually wear

With these comfy sandals, your toddler will happily keep them on their feet.
Woman with young son on a bike in a park

Good, better, best: Toddler bikes any first-time rider will love

Toddlers will love these bikes for first-time riders.
Two young girls eating vegetables

6 informative Facebook groups for parents of picky eaters

If your child is a picky eater, check out these Facebook groups.
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.
mom clothes outfit ideas stylish with child

Be the cool mom with these 3 stylish outfit ideas

Moms can still have style no matter their age or number of kids. We provide inspiration with several stylish outfit ideas.
Parents cleaning a baby's face.

How to choose the best baby wipes for your newborn

When it comes to baby wipes, not all options are equal. We list our top picks to help you find the best for your little one.