http://www.sheknows.com/authors/laura-willard/articles Sun, 26 Feb 2012 05:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/950419/ihop-national-pancake-day-celebration Usually, it's only the side of syrup that's complimentary, but on February 28th, you can snag a free short stack at all IHOP restaurants. Get the details -- including the charity this event supports -- here. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/950419/ihop-national-pancake-day-celebration Laura Willard Mon, 27 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/950393/push-up-pops-a-dessert-book-for-the-hostess-with-the-mostess Dessert should obviously taste fabulous, but shouldn’t it look just as good? Courtney Dial Whitmore, a talented stylist and writer in the field of party design and decor, certainly thinks so. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/950393/push-up-pops-a-dessert-book-for-the-hostess-with-the-mostess Laura Willard Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/950359/etsy-roundup-vintage-home-decor Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of creative people from more than 150 countries sell their handmade crafty goodness. Each week, we're featuring a handful of our favorite items in our Etsy Roundup. On the menu this week: Vintage home decor items to spice up your home with a blast from the past. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/950359/etsy-roundup-vintage-home-decor Laura Willard Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/950357/best-apps-for-the-iphone-educational-apps-for-kids Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand during your waking hours. We do, too. You've heard the saying "There's an app for that" -- and there is! We're bringing you fun and useful apps for your iPhone every week. To keep your kiddos entertained, you can share your iPhone with them, but first download one of these great educational iPhone apps for kids. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/950357/best-apps-for-the-iphone-educational-apps-for-kids Laura Willard Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:28:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/950355/best-apps-for-the-iphone-fun-apps-to-keep-kids-entertained Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand during your waking hours. We do, too. You've heard the saying "There's an app for that" -- and there is! We're bringing you fun and useful apps for your iPhone every week. This week, we've rounded up five fun apps to keep your kids entertained. That's right -- hand over your iPhone, because these apps will make your kids happy. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/950355/best-apps-for-the-iphone-fun-apps-to-keep-kids-entertained Laura Willard Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:43:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949863/healthy-school-lunch-chicken-nuggets-trump-turkey-sandwich Parents in North Carolina might have to think twice before packing their kids' school lunches. State officials apparently prefer that students eat cafeteria-made chicken nuggets over homemade turkey sandwiches. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949863/healthy-school-lunch-chicken-nuggets-trump-turkey-sandwich Laura Willard Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:36:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949033/sweet-and-seductive-valentines-day-cocktail-recipes Whether you're hosting a Valentine's Day party or just want a fancy cocktail for you and your guy to enjoy on your at-home V-day date, try one of these delicious Valentine's Day cocktail recipes. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949033/sweet-and-seductive-valentines-day-cocktail-recipes Laura Willard Wed, 15 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/948623/etsy-roundup-pink-home-decor Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of creative people from more than 150 countries sell their handmade crafty goodness. Each week, we're featuring a handful of our favorite items in our Etsy Roundup. On the menu this week: Pretty pink Valentine's Day-inspired home decor. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/948623/etsy-roundup-pink-home-decor Laura Willard Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/948329/blue-ivy-carter-trademarked-kristin-cavallaris-pregnant-belly-and-more Looking for a quick overview of what's new and hot from the past week at SheKnows Parenting? Check out our SheKnows Parenting week-in-review. From recent parenting news to can't miss tips, it's all here! This week's highlights include Beyonce and Jay Z trademarking Blue Ivy Carter , Kristin Cavallari's pregnant belly, debate over how much to share on your blog and more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/948329/blue-ivy-carter-trademarked-kristin-cavallaris-pregnant-belly-and-more Laura Willard Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/948237/best-apps-for-the-iphone-restaurant-reservations-and-reviews-apps Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand during your waking hours. We do, too. You've heard the saying "There's an app for that" -- and there is! We're bringing you fun and useful apps for your iPhone every week. This week, we've gathered five great apps to help you make your Valentine's Day dinner plans. Whether you need to choose the perfect restaurant or book your reservations, one of these apps will get the job done. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/948237/best-apps-for-the-iphone-restaurant-reservations-and-reviews-apps Laura Willard Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:25:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948211/jack-in-the-box-introduces-the-bacon-milkshake If you believe bacon is only good for a burger topping or as a side with your pancakes, it's time to think outside the box... or just stop by Jack in the Box. The fast food joint has brought bacon and ice cream together in marriage, creating an odd dessert. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948211/jack-in-the-box-introduces-the-bacon-milkshake Laura Willard Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947671/heading-to-vegas-watch-out-for-the-water While a good rule of thumb for a fun Vegas trip is to stay hydrated, you might have reason to avoid tap water. Well, at least breathing near it. Water samples from the Luxor Las Vegas hotel have tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947671/heading-to-vegas-watch-out-for-the-water Laura Willard Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:25:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947655/pregnant-kristin-cavallari-blue-ivy-inspired-names-and-more Looking for a quick overview of what's new and hot from the past week at SheKnows Parenting? Check out our SheKnows Parenting week-in-review. From recent parenting news to can't miss tips, it's all here! This week's highlights include a pregnant Kristin Cavallari, how to come up with a cool and colorful baby name like Blue Ivy , kids and sexting and more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947655/pregnant-kristin-cavallari-blue-ivy-inspired-names-and-more Laura Willard Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947341/for-the-love-of-children-a-parenting-guidebook Do you ever wish that you had a handy manual on parenting? A quick reference for how to handle different situations would make this mommy-ing gig so much easier! While much is trial and error, you can certainly educate yourself to help you reach your parenting potential. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947341/for-the-love-of-children-a-parenting-guidebook Laura Willard Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947333/cell-phone-safety-tips-for-kids-tweens-and-teens It's 2012, which means that most parents aren't discussing whether their kids will own a cell phone, but rather when their kids will own a cell phone. The process of purchasing a cell phone for your child should involve a lot more than discussions about the type of phone and the plan. It should center around cell phone safety. Keep reading for info from the experts. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947333/cell-phone-safety-tips-for-kids-tweens-and-teens Laura Willard Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947319/national-frozen-yogurt-day-free-fro-yo-for-all Free frozen yogurt, anyone? February 6th is National Frozen Yogurt Day and to celebrate the sweet occasion, Yogurtland is offering free frozen yogurt at all 160 of its U.S. locations. But before you indulge, why not enjoy a little fro-yo history lesson? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947319/national-frozen-yogurt-day-free-fro-yo-for-all Laura Willard Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/947311/etsy-roundup-skins-for-your-tech-gadgets Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of creative people from more than 150 countries sell their handmade crafty goodness. Each week, we're featuring a handful of our favorite items in our Etsy Roundup. On the menu this week: Cool skins for your iPhone, iPad, MacBook and Kindle. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/947311/etsy-roundup-skins-for-your-tech-gadgets Laura Willard Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/947283/best-apps-for-the-iphone-health-management-medical-apps Between the useful functions your iPhone serves and the entertainment it provides, you might have your iPhone glued to your hand during your waking hours. We do, too. You've heard the saying "There's an app for that" -- and there is! We're bringing you fun and useful apps for your iPhone every week. This week, we've gathered five great apps for health management. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/947283/best-apps-for-the-iphone-health-management-medical-apps Laura Willard Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/946837/easy-valentines-day-kids-crafts Kids love crafts, and Valentine's Day provides another great crafting theme. For those of us who are a little less crafty than others, try these four ideas for super-fun and easy Valentine's Day crafts for kids. Your whole family can get their holiday craft on! http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/946837/easy-valentines-day-kids-crafts Laura Willard Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946539/blue-ivy-carters-crib-dooces-separation-baby-names-and-more Looking for a quick overview of what's new and hot from the past week at SheKnows Parenting? Check out our SheKnows Parenting week-in-review. From recent parenting news to can't miss tips, it's all here! This week's highlights include Blue Ivy Carter's $3,500 crib , famous blogger Dooce's separation, baby names and more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946539/blue-ivy-carters-crib-dooces-separation-baby-names-and-more Laura Willard