A very common problem that plagues many parents is crayons accidentally left in kid's clothing and washed. Velinda, one of our discussion forum members, recently wrote: "So, my lovely daughter ... Read More

We often hear about the hardships, both financially and emotionally, for stay-at-home parents, but there are a lot of benefits as well. Here are some of the benefits, shared by ... Read More

We grilled some inexpensive, boneless chuck steaks the other night and I had a ton of leftovers. I usually make fried rice when I have leftover meat, but we all ... Read More

From our parenting Q & A, a reader asked, "Does anybody have some book suggestions for a 7-year-old boy? I'm having a horrible time finding things he is interested in ... Read More

While nothing beats parental supervision in keeping young children safe in and around the home, there are numerous safety and childproofing products that will make your life easier and keep ... Read More

Being a stay-at-home parent often involves a lot of time driving kids to doctor appointments and afterschool activities in addition to the everyday household jobs. If you sometimes feel like ... Read More

Raising kids can be quite expensive, especially babies and toddlers with all the special items they need. The cost of their diapers, baby wipes and baby foods can wreak havoc ... Read More

Let your child's friends, teachers and family members know they are special this Valentine's Day with a "because box", an easy Valentine's craft you can make together. More: Valentine's Day Recipes

When I need a quick and easy dinner to fix, I often make this recipe for Easy Chicken and Rice Casserole. This casserole has quickly become one of my ... Read More

You can make a special treat for your family this Valentine's Day with this white chocolate fondue. You can dip fruit such as bananas and strawberries, or use sweets ... Read More

Maybe I'm a bit of a fanatic when it comes to baking soda, but it has so many uses around the house that it never fails to amaze me! From ... Read More

A Shepherd's Pie is a hearty casserole dish made with either ground beef or leftover meat (lamb or beef) mixed with gravy or soup, vegetables, and topped with mashed potatoes. ... Read More