Preparing for School Days
Text by Helen Lepp Friesen With the changing of the leaves comes the new school year. Here are some things to consider as you prepar...
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5 Tips for Planning a Trip to a Corn Maze
For years, farmers have been lending out their homesteads to eager children and even eager-er parents, as a form of supplementary in...
Tips for Involving Your Kids in Household Chores
Doing chores is nobody’s favorite pass time activity, which is why it’s not fair that the bulk of household chores tend...
Top 5 Gender Neutral Toys for Every Kid
Traditional gender roles are becoming a thing of the past as barriers continue to crumble for boys and girls. Today’s parents...
QUILTING WITH GRANNY
Text by D. Spalding Many centuries ago, people learned that they could keep themselves warm by putting layers of material together t...
Marc’s Nursery Decorating Tips
On the Getting Ready for Baby episode of the Marc & Mandy Show, Marc answered a nursery decor questions that had been sent in by...
5 Tips for Raising a Safe, Eco-Friendly Baby
Eco-friendly Baby – All parents want the best for their baby; yet, many baby products are made from materials that are created...
Discover Fun Ways to Keep Your Pet Active this Fall
Getting outside with your pet in the hot summer for lots of activity isn’t always easy, but fall is the perfect time to enjoy...
Comfort in Every Step: The Benefits of Seamless Socks for Children
Why Children May Prefer Seamless Socks Children’s comfort is crucial for their happiness and development, even in their socks....
Creating a Homework Station
Every child should have their own area to do homework if possible. The amount of space you can devote to a homework station really r...
Creating a Man Cave for the Whole Family to Enjoy
We all have that one room in our home that we don’t know what to with; so why not turn it into a man cave? Lisa Leoppky, desig...
Stargirl Faces the Issues of Her Generation
With a new generation of comic lovers comes a new generation of characters. One of those characters is Stargirl. Unlike her counterp...
Foods and Supplements that will Boost Your Immune System
Looking for natural ways to boost your immune system? Here are some common foods and supplements that can help keep your healthy all...
Decoding Real Estate Listings
Real estate listings can be confusing, especially if you’re new to home buying. Real estate expert, Michelle, gives us some ti...
Travel Essentials: 4 Things You’ll Need on a Family Road Trip
Road trips are fun and a great way for families to spend time together. However, a road trip should be carefully planned out— especi...
5 Fitness Tips for New Moms
Being a new mom comes with a seemingly endless roster of fresh responsibilities; unfortunately, keeping up with personal fitness oft...
Picking Out Shoes for Your Child
Fitting your kids’ shoes can be a challenge. If you’re not having much luck getting them to sit still and stop curling t...
Spring Break Pool Party Planning: The Ultimate Guide to Success
As the weather warms up, you’re no doubt looking forward to getting outside and enjoying the last few weeks of spring break. If you’...
4 Home Organization Tips for Busy Families
Celebrity designer Lisa Canning is no stranger to large families, with five kids of her own and another on the way. Drawing on inspi...
Back-to-School Meals Made Easy
With summer winding down, it’s time to think about routines and making family-friendly meals for easy lunches and dinners. Her...
Bake Bunny Cookies with Your Kids for Easter
Easter is a creative time for children with arts and crafts—and especially in the kitchen if they can bake and decorate Easter Bunny...
Homemade Baby Food 101
Many parents are starting to make their own baby food and it’s not just a budget thing anymore. Homemade baby food allows you to kno...
Holiday Gift Review: Honeycake Books
Honeycake Books as seen in Marc & Mandy’s Holiday Favorites Christmas 2020. The Honeycake books are a great children’s ser...
5 Tips for Beating “Needle Phobia”
Don’t let a fear of needles keep you from getting the flu shot this season or stop you from taking medication. These tips from...
10 Tips to Surviving Thanksgiving When You’re Hosting
Are you thankful for Thanksgiving? If you happen to be hosting this year, there’s a good chance you’re not. Hosting Than...