http://www.sheknows.com/authors/elaina-verhoff/articles Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840481/how-to-make-soda-bottle-garden-shovels Don’t toss that empty soda bottle in the recycling can. Instead, show the kids how to upcycle a soda bottle into a useful gardening tool. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840481/how-to-make-soda-bottle-garden-shovels Elaina Verhoff Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840479/how-to-make-family-mail-sorters Are stacks of mail taking over your counter top? Don’t stuff the piles in the junk drawer. Get organized. Tonight, get the family together and make a family mail sorter out of cereal boxes. Put your family mail sorter to use, and say goodbye to the clutter – and the lost bills. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840479/how-to-make-family-mail-sorters Elaina Verhoff Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840477/how-to-make-family-mailboxes Making family mailboxes is a fun family activity that lets you get your craft on -- and creates a new way to improve your family’s communication. Gather everything you need for this project from around the house and get to work on your new family mailboxes. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840477/how-to-make-family-mailboxes Elaina Verhoff Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840475/how-to-make-no-sew-fleece-blankets If you’ve always wanted to make a blanket but haven’t sewn anything since your junior-high home economics class, you’ll love this project. With just a few pieces of fleece, a pair of scissors and kids who know how to tie knots, you’ll be able to make a cute and cozy no-sew fleece blanket in one evening. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/840475/how-to-make-no-sew-fleece-blankets Elaina Verhoff Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:26:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/840271/how-to-run-errands-without-running-down-the-clock You’re on a mission to take care of your errands more efficiently. The only problem is your mile long to-do list, which includes grocery shopping, doctor appointments, library book returns, haircuts and more. Is there really any way to shave time off your marathon errand run? These tips will help you organize your errands and save you time. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/840271/how-to-run-errands-without-running-down-the-clock Elaina Verhoff Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:04:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/840261/power-naps-for-power-women-worth-it You know you’re not getting enough sleep. Caffeine may power you through the morning, but by mid-afternoon, you can hardly keep your eyes open, much less focus on getting some serious work done. What are you going to do: crawl under your desk and take a nap? Actually, you might want to think twice before ruling out a midday power nap. Workplace napping is on the rise and for good reason. Find out why power naps just might be a smart choice for power women like you. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/840261/power-naps-for-power-women-worth-it Elaina Verhoff Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839785/filling-snack-ideas Your stomach is growling, but it’s nowhere near mealtime. If you’re looking for snacks that will fill you up without bulking you up, the key is to pick foods that are high in protein, fiber and water content. Here are 30 great ideas for healthy snacks that will fill you up. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839785/filling-snack-ideas Elaina Verhoff Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:36:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839783/smart-snack-tips-for-busy-moms Being a mom is a full-time job. If it seems like you spend every spare moment getting the kids ready to go somewhere, or shuttling them around town, that’s because you do. So how are you supposed to take care of yourself? Start by giving your body the nutrition it needs. Here are some smart snacking tips for busy moms. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839783/smart-snack-tips-for-busy-moms Elaina Verhoff Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839781/new-tips-for-encouraging-kids-to-eat-well Don’t give up when your little one zips her lips to the peas. You can turn your picky kids into good eaters; the key is to get them involved. Follow these tips, give it some time, and you will see that you can raise kids who appreciate good, healthy food. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839781/new-tips-for-encouraging-kids-to-eat-well Elaina Verhoff Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839779/5-fun-finger-foods-for-teens When your teens come home from school, they usually have one thing on their minds: Food. You want to stock your kitchen with snacks that are easy to grab, but you also want to avoid unhealthy, prepackaged, salty or sugary treats. Here are five fun and healthy finger foods your hungry teens will devour. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/839779/5-fun-finger-foods-for-teens Elaina Verhoff Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838829/6-fall-decorating-trends-we-love If your house is looking a little tired after a long, hot summer, check out these six home decorating trends we love. Everything you need to give your home a mini makeover for fall is right here. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838829/6-fall-decorating-trends-we-love Elaina Verhoff Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:31:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838679/8-tips-for-accessorizing-your-home If you want to add some flair to your home's style with accessories but don't know where to start, here are eight simple tips that will give you the confidence you need to accessorize your space with your own personal touch. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838679/8-tips-for-accessorizing-your-home Elaina Verhoff Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838671/decorate-your-dining-table-for-fall Fall is the season for gathering around the table to share a meal with friends and family. Make the meal memorable by creating beautiful fall tablescapes. Learn how to decorate your dining table for a Halloween party, a Thanksgiving dinner, or a nature-inspired fall dinner party. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838671/decorate-your-dining-table-for-fall Elaina Verhoff Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:54:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838657/7-fall-decoration-ideas-on-a-budget You're so over summer -- it’s time to fill your home with the sights and scents of fall. The catalogs are filled with beautiful inspiration, but there’s only one problem: You don’t have a ton of money to spend on fall decorating. Here are seven ways to decorate for fall on a budget. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/838657/7-fall-decoration-ideas-on-a-budget Elaina Verhoff Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:55:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838175/are-healthier-women-more-confident Imagine yourself stepping in front of a podium to address a large crowd, walking into your boss’s office to discuss a promotion, or taking a deep breath and jumping out of an airplane. Are your palms sweaty? Confident women tackle these things and more every day. If you could use a boost of confidence to help you live your best life, consider making choices to improve your health and boost your self-esteem in the process. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838175/are-healthier-women-more-confident Elaina Verhoff Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:31:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838173/8-ways-to-become-your-best-self Just because Oprah's show is off the air, we’re not going to stop living our best lives and striving to be our best selves, are we? No way, sister. These eight tips will help you live a life of purpose and feel good about being the best possible you. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838173/8-ways-to-become-your-best-self Elaina Verhoff Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:48:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838097/6-ways-to-conquer-your-biggest-fears We all experience fear of some kind -- usually announced by that voice in your head knocking you down or making you doubt yourself. “What will happen when I die?” “Will the plane stay in the air?” “I am too old, too fat, too insecure to ask for a raise, speak in front of a crowd, or socialize at a party.” Here are four words to change your outlook: Fear is an illusion. Relax, face the fear, and move beyond it using these six suggestions. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838097/6-ways-to-conquer-your-biggest-fears Elaina Verhoff Tue, 18 Sep 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/837251/top-10-wildest-burger-ingredients When it comes to hamburgers, some think the wilder, the better. You may want to give these unusual burgers a try. Then again, you may not. Either way, you’re sure to be amused by these ten wild and crazy hamburgers http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/837251/top-10-wildest-burger-ingredients Elaina Verhoff Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/836487/spotting-the-signs-of-sexting According to a survey conducted by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy, one in five teen girls and boys has admitted to sending nude or semi-nude photos of themselves. One in five. If it isn’t your son or daughter, chances are it’s one of their friends. What would have been considered a taboo act several years ago is now a common practice among teens. While no parent wants to believe their kids would engage in sexting, all parents should be aware of these warning signs. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/836487/spotting-the-signs-of-sexting Elaina Verhoff Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:18:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/836485/warning-signs-of-cell-phone-misuse We all want to trust our children with the responsibility of having their own cell phone. After all, it gives us great peace of mind to know we can get in touch with them any time, any place. However, it’s imperative for parents to ensure their children are using their cell phones the right way. How can you tell if your children are misusing their cell phones? Make sure you know how to spot the top signs of cell phone abuse. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/836485/warning-signs-of-cell-phone-misuse Elaina Verhoff