For fans of Little House on the Prairie and moms looking to introduce their kids to the simpler joys of imaginative play, The Queen’s Treasures has created something truly special with their Nellie Oleson 18-Inch Doll and the Antique Wood School Desk. These pieces don’t just capture the essence of Little House; they embody a […]
Did you hear about the October Theory Challenge for teens on TikTok this fall? The challenge is similar to setting New Year’s resolutions — it encouraged social media users to make big life changes and dive deep into self-reflection. The idea was for teens to reset goals and create new momentum before the year’s end.
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The holidays can be a magical time filled with family, fun, and festivities, but they can also create financial stress. Between gifts, travel, and gatherings, the holiday season can strain even the most well-planned budget. To help you stay on track, here are 10 practical holiday budgeting tips that will allow you to enjoy the
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The weather is getting cooler and the kids are getting some well-deserved days off to spend time with family and friends. For many, my family and I included, this means getting in the card and doing a little driving to visit the grandparents and our extended family. Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, delicious
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Girlfriend Mom’s Kid: “Were you in any movies, like the ones you see in the movie theater?” Girlfriend Mom: “Uh…” Wow, where did that come from? One minute we’re watching The Conspirator, and the next I’m mentally reviewing my resume. I didn’t answer immediately because I actually couldn’t remember. I couldn’t remember my life! Great.
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The holidays are here, and so is the joy (and sometimes the stress!) of finding the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. At Modern Mom, we’ve curated the Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide to make your shopping easier and more fun. From thoughtful stocking stuffers to must-have items for the whole family, our guide is
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Parents, one of the most vital ways we can support our teens is by helping them grow through challenges. Whether those challenges stem from academics, friendships, trust, or the increasing desire for independence — we need to know how to best guide our kids. But when and how do we step in? And how do
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How I Got Involved In the fall of 2020, my son started Kindergarten. It was definitely not the start to the school year we’d imagined, having to plan for online classes instead of preparing for the school bus. There was no back to school night and no meet the teacher, and we weren’t even sure
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It’s that time of year again! My very inquisitive six-year-old asked me why people dress up on Halloween. I was stumped. I am usually a reasonably informed mom with a quick story about all the cool things in history that have formed our current day celebrations. But not this time – I didn’t have any
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Boo ha ha! Planning to throw a Halloween bash this year? If you need a spook-tacular Halloween Recipe to serve at your party, look no further. Try these devilish eggs – they look great and taste even better! Creepy Eyeball Eggs! Ingredients 6 eggs 2 Tbs. chopped pimentos Green olives 1 Tsp. Tabasco or any
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