For many of us, groceries are one of the biggest expenses we have each month. With three growing and hungry teenage boys, I often feel like I just can't keep ... Read More

When my kids were younger, we usually celebrated Easter by coloring some hard-boiled eggs and having an Easter egg hunt in the backyard. Now that my kids are teenagers, our ... Read More

I have never been a big supporter of nightly homework for children. When my sons were still in elementary school, they had at least an hour of homework every night. ... Read More

Real life support groups offer parents an opportunity to meet and interact with other families in their community. These are some of the top support groups for at-home as well ... Read More

Kids love role playing and with these houscleaning toys they can use their imaginations to pretend to be little housekeepers. Here are some of my favorite household toys for your ... Read More

Finding the time to develop strong bonds with the children can be challenging for busy parents, but with a little effort it can be done. Here are some ideas to ... Read More

If you child needs a little extra help with their spelling skills, here are some fun spelling games that can be used by parents or teachers to reinforce spelling in ... Read More

We often hear about mothers returning to the workplace after staying home with their children for a few years. Guest author Marsha Hall shares the story of her sometimes rocky ... 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

Toilet training problems are big concerns for most parents. From our Parenting FAQ, one mother wrote, "I am at home almost full time with my 2-year-old boy, and we have ... Read More

Being a full-time parent can be very demanding and we all risk burn out at times. Guest author Rosalind Mays talks about the importance of busy parents taking some time ... Read More

St. Patricks Day is coming soon, so here are some fun crafts and recipes you and your family can use to celebrate the holiday together. One of my favorite traditions ... Read More

WD-40, a petroleum-based lubricant and cleaner, has many household uses beyond the garage. Among the many household uses for WD-40 are crayon and adhesive removal, grease and grime cleaning and ... Read More

A common concern of many parents is delayed speech in a toddler. From our Parenting Q & A, one mom asks, "I have a 2 1/2 year old who can ... Read More

St. Patricks Day is almost here, and one of my family's favorite meals to celebrate the holiday with is New England Boiled Corned Beef Dinner. This is a complete meal ... Read More