The DIY Peanut Butter Project: A Jar Full of Flavor and Family Time
No Mystery Ingredients: Just Peanuts, Love, and a Little Mess Along the Way (a very little) Peanut butter is a childhood classic. It's All American. Wholesome as it gets. But...
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5 Weekly Wins to Cut Ultra-Processed Foods (Without Drama or Deprivation)
Stay Away from those bright and shiny packages If you caught the recent coverage on ultra-processed foods (UPFs), you saw the headline grabber: most Americans get more than half of their...
5 Classic Adventure Books Your Kids Will Love (Even Though They're Old)
5 Classic Adventure Books Kids'll Still Love Why Printed Pages Still Matter Nothing beats the crackle of opening up a new book (or old one for that matter) or that...
Build-Your-Own 3-Day “History + Fun” Family Getaway
An easy planning blueprint any family can adapt—healthy food, hands-on history, and memory-making built in. Summer weekends disappear fast. Between sports, work travel, and “Are we there yet?” energy, big...
🍉 Watermelon Hacks You Haven’t Tried Yet (But Your Kids Will Love)
Watermelon, watermelon, watermelon. There’s something magical about a cold slice of watermelon on a hot summer day. It’s bright, it’s juicy, and fun to eat. Everyone has a secret they...
Five Fascinating Figures Every Family Should Remember This Fourth of July
All things 4th of July and Why It's Important The Fourth of July arrives each year with a symphony of sizzling grills, bright fireworks, and laughter that carries late into...
It's Summer Time (2025). The Heat is Here and It's Dangerous
Real Numbers, Real Risks, Real Fixes This summer is breaking records. Phoenix hit 120°F. Texas has spent weeks under extreme heat warnings. The result? Over 1,500 lives lost, packed emergency...
Calm Down in a Hurry
We've No Time to Waste. There are too many chores to get done. What the hell did I get accomplished today, anyway? Too much homework. Kid's screaming. Dinner to deal...
The Family Charcuterie Board: A Snack Plate That Actually Works for Everyone
There was a night at our house when dinner just wasn’t happening. Nobody could agree on what they wanted. One kid was in a "fruit only" phase, another refused anything...
It's a Colorful Life
The self-taught creative behind Lunches + Littles, Joy Miles, invites us into her story and shares what fuels her passion.
The Silver Lining in Hurricane Harvey | One Mom's Perspective from the Ground
I’ve wanted to write this Hurricane Harvey story since the entire ordeal was over, but that’s just it… it’s still not over.
Practical Tips for Reducing Screen Time and Increasing Play Time
Have you ever been out to eat and see a family sitting together, but the parents are busy staring at their phones while their children stare at them?
Making Movement Fun for the Entire Family
Consistent physical activity at a young age sets the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. Read ways to make movement fun for the entire family.
Preventing the Summer Learning Slide
Research has shown that students can lose up to two months of reading and math knowledge as a result of being out of the classroom during the summer months.
Mother's Day Brunch Ideas Kids Can Help Make
Here are some last minute ways to spoil and celebrate mom on Mother's Day.
Celebrating Mom is a Family Affair
Follow us this week as we count down to Mother’s Day by sharing ideas for helping kids celebrate mom and make her feel special, loved and recognized.
The White House Vegetable Garden Tradition
Just over a week ago, First Lady Melania Trump announced her plans to keep the garden that Michelle Obama started as part of a campaign to encourage kids to eat vegetables.
Healthy Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids
The best way to show little ones how much you love them is by making time to spend with them.
Super Bowl Food and Fun Activities for Kids
Since the big game is a family affair for many with little ones, we’ve rounded up a list of game day foods that the kids will love too.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve At DuPage Children’s Museum
Ring in the New Year with the entire family at Bubble Bash 2016, an important fundraiser for DuPage Children’s Museum.