checklists

Family Fun

New dad's toolbox: What you really need

Congratulations, you're a dad! Are you equipped with the tools you need to take care of your new baby?

Moving & Packing

What to do before moving to a new city

You don't want to jump into a pool until you've stuck in your toe to test the water. A huge decision like moving to a new city means...

Parenting

Travel kits for kids: 15 ideas

Most kids love going on vacation, but long car rides can be a bore. Here are some tips on assembling fun and inexpensive travel kits...

Honeymoon Ideas

Your honeymoon planning checklist

When the hustle and bustle of your wedding day is over, the real fun begins. It's time for your honeymoon! But just like your...

Pregnancy, Labor & Birth

5 Things every new mom needs

Let's be honest -- shopping for a new baby can be really fun. So much fun, in fact, that it's easy to get carried away buying bibs,...

Wedding Planning

Wedding planning checklist and timeline

When you first get engaged the number of things that have to be done before the big day can seem overwhelming. A good...

Moving & Packing

Printable moving checklist

Make moving easier by following this checklist to get you prepped, packed and on your way.

Parenting Advice & Columns

Organize your family with checklists

Almost every mom keeps lists: the grocery list, the daily to do list, the people to call list, the just about anything and...

College

Printable college dorm shopping list

Heading off to college or sending off your student? Make sure their dorm is decked out with all the college dorm essentials. Print...

Studying & Making the Grade

Checklist: Does your child need a tutor?

Kim Duckworth, academic coach and owner of SEC Tutoring in Scottsdale, Arizona, suggests keeping the following points in mind...

Mom & Dad

Checklist for stepparents

"Blending a family is hard work," said Charlotte Shoup Olsen, Kansas State University Research and Extension family systems...

Having a Baby

Baby shower and registry checklist

That first visit to register at the baby superstore can be overwhelming. With all those aisles full of strollers, blankets, toys,...

Entertaining Checklists & Tips

Party planning checklist

Planning a party? Here's a step-by-step, printable guide to what you need to do to get ready for your party. Print it out, stick it...

Road Trips & Air Travel

Smart packing tips for busy airline travel seasons

With crowded airports, flight delays, and perhaps even extra luggage for gifts and winter clothing, busy travel times -- including...

Organizing & Cleaning

52 Ideas to organize your home: An organizing tip a week

"Organize" is a familiar word on many of today's popular decorating shows. Every family has its struggles with clutter -- whether...

Road Trips & Air Travel

Stress-free vacation packing

The "P" word is a dirty word at our house. The "P" word is" "Packing!" Inevitably, I always wait until the last minute to begin this...

Christmas

Holiday survival checklist: 14 rules to remember

During the holidays, you're torn between pressure to complete preparations and pressure to please everyone -- your children, your...