http://www.sheknows.com/authors/christina-caldwell/articles Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:23:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962401/summertime-fruits-and-veggies Many in recent years have touted the benefits of eating seasonally. It’s not that an apple that’s purchased during the summer has more nutritional value that one purchased during the winter, but eating seasonally will always ensure you have the best tasting, freshest fruits and veggies all year round. Plus, eating seasonally is easier on the pocketbook. Here are some of the best fruits and vegetables summer has to offer. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962401/summertime-fruits-and-veggies Christina Caldwell Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:37:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962393/healthy-snacks-my-kids-love Taking care of yourself and making sure you eat healthy is one thing, but getting the kids to eat healthy is quite another. After all, kids have the taste for pizza and cookies – not so much gourmet salads. These moms have found solutions to the ever-present worry of picky eaters. Here are a few healthy snacks their kids love, and yours might too! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962393/healthy-snacks-my-kids-love Christina Caldwell Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962377/vegetarian-panini-recipes A panini is the grown-up’s grilled cheese. Hearty and wholesome, these grilled sandwiches are light enough to keep you fueled throughout the day, yet filling enough to keep you satisfied. Plus, they don’t even need meat! Check out these vegetarian panini recipes that will please carnivores and herbivores alike. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/962377/vegetarian-panini-recipes Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961985/top-10-fathers-day-gifts-for-any-dad Every dad has his unique personality, but there are plenty of gifts that align with every dad's interests across the board. We've collected some of the quirkiest, practical and lovable gifts for Father's Day 2012 to suit any personality. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961985/top-10-fathers-day-gifts-for-any-dad Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Jun 2012 01:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961565/basics-for-dad Everyone needs closet staples, and dad is no exception. You have a crisp white shirt, a great pair of jeans, a black skirt and more to pair with more fashion-forward pieces, but sometimes dad doesn’t have the eye to pick what’s a great classic and what’s just a regular pair of pants. Here are a few fantastic basics for every dad and every budget. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961565/basics-for-dad Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Jun 2012 01:27:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961563/dress-dad-for-summer With Father’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect excuse to update dad’s wardrobe without outright saying "Dad, it’s time to rethink the screen tees." Help dad stay cool while looking even cooler with these summertime classics that are sure to get him turning a few more heads. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961563/dress-dad-for-summer Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Jun 2012 01:34:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961555/dockers-looks-for-dad Whether he’s dressed up for his next meeting or dressed down for a weekend at the beach, dad’s style has always been classically and undeniably “him.” Khaki, polos and great fitting pants are all key elements in his wardrobe. Here are a few great Dockers looks to add to spruce up his everyday look. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/961555/dockers-looks-for-dad Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:05:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961513/summertime-safety-tips-for-the-family Summer brings some of the best things in life -- sun, warm weather, flowers in full bloom and fun in the water! But heading out by your local pool, lake or beach offers a series of potential dangers to the entire family -- especially young ones. Here’s how to keep your entire family safe near the pool this summer. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961513/summertime-safety-tips-for-the-family Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Jun 2012 06:39:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961511/water-sports-for-the-whole-family Making the most of your vacation means embracing your surroundings and all of the unique features your destination has to offer. Plenty of getaways offer beach, sun and fun, but what do you do when you’re done lying out and playing in the sand? Get on the water! Here’s how to get the entire family involved in water sports. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961511/water-sports-for-the-whole-family Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Jun 2012 02:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961477/family-fun-at-the-park-packing-checklist Heading to the park with the entire family can be a fun and memorable experience, but it only takes one packing misstep to put a damper on the entire day. Make sure you’re prepared. We’ve put together a list that will make sure you never leave the house without the park day essentials. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961477/family-fun-at-the-park-packing-checklist Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:39:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961475/family-beach-trip-checklist When you’re on vacation, or even just looking to get away at the beach for a few hours, there’s nothing worse than forgetting a crucial commodity the whole family will undoubtedly need. Worry not! We’ve compiled a list of the essentials so you’ll never forget again. Before you walk out the door, grab these things. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961475/family-beach-trip-checklist Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:54:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961473/5-family-fun-games-for-the-beach Perhaps before you had kids, you needed nothing more than a towel and the sun to enjoy a nice beach day. Now, you’re a one-person fun factory for kids who need constant entertainment to keep occupied. Still, the entire family can have fun in the sun with these wholesome, classic beach games. http://www.sheknows.com/videos/articles/961473/5-family-fun-games-for-the-beach Christina Caldwell Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960599/the-best-ways-to-plan-a-party-on-a-budget Throwing the perfect party is a labor-intensive adventure with a huge payout. When your friends enjoy themselves, there’s a certain amount of self-gratification that comes from that. But if you, like a lot of people these days, are trying to cut back on expenses, there are still ways to throw the perfect budget bash. Here are a few ideas to cut back costs. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960599/the-best-ways-to-plan-a-party-on-a-budget Christina Caldwell Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:40:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960595/cool-off-tips-for-keep-guests-chill-at-your-cookout Summer parties can lead to some of the most memorable moments among friends and family. But along with summer comes unpredictable weather. You never know if it will be seasonably warm or swelteringly hot. Luckily, SheKnows has some ways to keep your guests cooled down either way. Here are a few tips for making sure your party-goers stay cool in the summer heat. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960595/cool-off-tips-for-keep-guests-chill-at-your-cookout Christina Caldwell Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:12:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960591/july-4th-drink-recipes-for-your-celebration America’s forefathers fought for total freedom. Some were also frequent drinkers. When prohibition swung around, they wept in their graves. Finally, the ban was lifted. You could argue that drinking is one of the most American things you can do, or maybe you just want to add a bit of fun to your Fourth of July party. Either way, here are a few drink recipes that are sure to make fireworks at your celebration. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960591/july-4th-drink-recipes-for-your-celebration Christina Caldwell Sun, 20 May 2012 01:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960575/unforgettable-summer-celebration-ideas-for-memorial-day Gathering friends and family for a summer celebration is an annual tradition that many try, but few pull off flawlessly. Between keeping guests entertained and fed, throwing a party can be a headache if you don’t have everything planned out and ready to go come party time. Here are a few party ideas that will keep your guests reminiscing about the celebration for years to come. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960575/unforgettable-summer-celebration-ideas-for-memorial-day Christina Caldwell Thu, 10 May 2012 02:02:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959231/all-in-one-cameras-we-love Technology moves fast these days, so it’s not surprising that there are cameras that exist that take high resolution photos and videos. But some of those cameras exist as fully-functional versions of both devices! Rather than being a digital camera that takes video or a camcorder that take photos, these all-in-one cameras do both, flawlessly. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959231/all-in-one-cameras-we-love Christina Caldwell Thu, 10 May 2012 02:04:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959227/5-camera-features-that-improve-your-digital-photos Life’s little moments fly by in a snap. If you don’t capture those moments as they occur, odds are you’re going to wish you had a snapshot of them in the future. Luckily, digital cameras are becoming a more economical and accessible option every day. Plus, you get to experiment with what works for a photo and what does not. Here are five camera features that will turn your mundane photos into dynamic, sharp images worthy of a frame. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959227/5-camera-features-that-improve-your-digital-photos Christina Caldwell Thu, 10 May 2012 02:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959217/5-must-have-compact-electronics-for-travel When people say they love “travel,” they really mean that they love going places. The process of getting there? Not so much. Spending countless hours on a plane or train can be tedious, but it helps to have a series of electronics to entertain you along the way. Here are the five compact entertainment devices that will get you through the long journey. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959217/5-must-have-compact-electronics-for-travel Christina Caldwell Mon, 07 May 2012 03:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/958941/best-ways-to-share-your-photos Way back when, you needed people to come over to your house to show them the precious captured moments you have on film. Duplicating photos was a tedious process, involving much time and money. Now, in the internet age, you need little more than a digital camera and internet access to show the entire world what your life is all about. Here are the best ways to share your photos online. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/958941/best-ways-to-share-your-photos Christina Caldwell