Preteens are notoriously hard to shop for. They’re not quite teenagers, so gifts for that age range fall flat. But they’re also moving out of the toy stage, so it may seem like there aren’t a lot of good options. I’ve scoured this year’s newest gift ideas as well as old classics, though, and […]
Christmas is just around the corner, but the number of options for gifts these days, especially online, can be overwhelming! There are lots of great gift and toy ideas, so many that it’s hard to know where to start. Well, I’ve done all the hard work for you so that you don’t have to spend […]
Christmas is coming, and so are our gift guides! Especially if you’re shopping online, finding the right gift can be overwhelming. I’ve done the hard work and come up with the 30 top toys for preschoolers based on classic toys as well as this year’s hottest new toys. These are gifts that any child in […]
Christmas is coming, and if you are buying for children, the options can be overwhelming. You want something that’s developmentally appropriate, but you also have a budget, and with online shopping, where can you even start? I’ve done all the hard work for you with this wide-ranging list of 30 top toys for babies and […]
Make plans to join me next Monday night at 8:30 pm for our weekly Q&A. With the start of open enrollment on Monday for health plans this is a great time to discuss all the ways you can save on health insurance and all the other costs of health care. Let’s talk prescriptions, co-pays, […]
I love to bake from scratch, but sometimes you don’t have a lot of time and need to find a way to make baking simpler. At this time of year, there are so many events that you need to cook for that having some easy recipes on hand is helpful. One of my favorite ways […]
I love using canned pumpkin for baking all year, but especially in the fall. I like to try new recipes, but I also have some old favorites. These pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are one of our family’s favorites, and I make them every year. This year I made some for a playdate and all the […]
Fall is in the air, and there are so many fun things you can do to celebrate. If you have kiddos who enjoy paint and creating things, doing a craft project can be a great way to connect. I found 10 adorable fall craft ideas that I think I may do with my own children! […]
Pantry staples are items that don’t often go on sale, but that you probably use almost every day in your kitchen! Because of this, it’s worth seeing how prices compare among the stores near you. Think about the items you’d want to have on hand in severe weather, and that will help you figure out […]
