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Mom & Dad

How to wind down from Christmas overload

The holidays are a festive time for making happy memories, but they’re also a source of stress for the entire family. Learn how to...

Family Activities

Christmas Eve family traditions we love

Kids are full of anticipation on Christmas Eve, while parents are often stressed about last-minute gift-wrapping and other Christmas...

Music

A not-so-silent night: Christmas playlist

We've managed to squeeze in a couple Christmas classics we cherish, but this hip new playlist is geared to switch it up a bit and...

Television

Holiday must-see: A White House Christmas

If you're a White House junkie, you probably already caught HGTV's tour of the White House as it prepared for Christmas. While...

Holiday and seasonal decor

Holiday home decor roundup

It's a new year for new style! Kick your home into gear in 2013 with these awesome additions, guaranteed to liven up your pad and...

Christmas Crafts & Decorating

Tulle santa wreath tutorial

Who doesn't love a fun wreath on their door this time of year? The problem is they cost more than most of the presents on your kids'...

Parenting Tips & Advice

How to handle mom drama during the holidays

Your daughter has been begging to see Grandma and wants to know not if — but when — she’s coming over for the holidays. But you and...

Kitchen & Cooking Tips

In a pickle: What to do about last-minute holiday guests

'Tis the season to be jolly. Don’t let last minute guests ruin your holiday spirit!

Family Activities

Real moms remember Christmases past

Real moms share favorite childhood Christmas memories and that one gift they'll never forget. In today’s fast-paced world, is it...

Baby & Toddler

Benefits of breastfeeding during the Christmas holidays

Christmas with a baby or toddler is always more interesting than without, but if you’re breastfeeding your little one, there are...

Stepparenting

Tips for navigating the holidays with a blended family

The holidays are stressful enough on their own. Add a divorce, blended families and stepfamilies to the mix, and Christmas gets even...

Food & Kitchen How-tos

How to prepare for Christmas dinner

Christmas dinner is one of the most important meals of the year, along with Thanksgiving. Make it a good one.

Kitchen & Cooking Tips

What to do with leftover Christmas dinner supplies

Because we only cook a huge Christmas feast once a year, we are often left with a whole bunch of kitchen tools and cooking...

Super Moms Guide: Time Management

How to reduce the stress of the holidays

With the countdown until Christmas in full swing, your stress levels are likely out of control. But don't let this festive time of...

Age by Age

Teaching kids to be gracious

Worried your child is going to express dismay when she receives a pair of pajamas instead of an iPod from your great aunt? Help your...

Child Development & Health

Expose your child to the importance of Christmas charity

Children everywhere look forward to the pile of presents under their tree come Christmas morning, but they may not even realize...

Children's School & Education

Stay sharp over Christmas break

During Christmas break, don’t let kids abandon all their study skills. Sneak in a few healthy habits and learn how to structure time...

Family Travel

Top 5 Christmas trees in New York City

If you're in New York City during the holidays, then get into the Christmas spirit by visiting come of the city's best Christmas...

Super Moms Guide: Family Activities

Bendable Elf on the Shelf: How to make your Elf posable

We met our Elf on the Shelf for the first time this year, only to realize that Sparkle the Elf had a major problem and would soon...

School Age Kids

4 Holiday classroom treats

Holidays and sweets go hand-in-hand, but with ideas that are so easy that your kids can pitch in you'll be inspired to whip up a...

Mom & Dad

Gadget-gifting gone bad

From gaming consoles to laptops to smartphones to portable game players, digital natives will inevitably rank electronic toys and...