Teaching kids to be gracious

Maria Mora — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0800

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 children practice gratitude.

9 Best grandparent gifts

Michelle Maffei — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:30:00 -0800

With all the spoiling grandparents do, it's only fitting to shower them with gifts from the heart that honor their role in your kids' lives -- even when it's undermining your authority! From birthstone jewelry to personalized gift ideas, these nine best grandparent gifts will let the grandma and grandpa in your life know they are loved.

Best gifts for the all-natural gal

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:51:00 -0800

Clean-livin' and earth-lovin' — the all-natural gal is determined to save the planet, one bike-commute at a time. Show her your support with these perfectly natural gifts.

5 gifts that give back to breast cancer awareness

Nicole Schwab — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 06:35:00 -0700

Spreading awareness of breast cancer can be as simple as giving a gift. Here are five gifts that do just that.

Graduation gift guide

Jen of Devourer of Books — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:36:00 -0700

Books make great graduation gifts, but sometimes it is difficult to know what to give, beyond the wonderful go-to Dr. Seuss book, Oh the Places You'll Go. Here are five books that are certain to be both meaningful and helpful to the graduates in your life.

How to make dad look and feel great on Father's Day

Nina Sutton — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0700

This year, help dad look and feel his best with gifts that energize, pamper and style him! This is one area that fathers usually don't spend a lot of time on and it could be just what he needs to feel extra handsome on his special day. Here is the perfect gift guide to pamper papa!

Best budget-friendly beauty gifts

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:00:00 -0700

Whether you’re shopping for birthday gifts, hostess gifts or thank you gifts, if you’re buying for a beauty buff, we’ve got you covered! And better yet, our picks won’t break the bank. There are a wide variety of get-gorgeous items that make great gifts – without a hefty price tag.

10 Relaxing Mother's Day gifts for the busy mom

Mckenna Bailey — Sat, 12 May 2012 08:43:00 -0700

It doesn’t matter if your mom is a career woman or she stays at home raising kids -- that means she is busier than a whole hive of bees. This Mother’s Day, give her what she really wants: something to help her relax. These are our top 10 gift ideas for a busy mom who just needs a day to chill out.

How to get your mom to relax on Mother's Day

Mckenna Bailey — Sat, 12 May 2012 07:00:00 -0700

The hardest gift in the world to buy is a Mother’s Day gift. How do you repay the woman who raised you? Because that’s nearly an impossible task, we recommend giving her the gift of relaxation. Here are a couple helpful hints to make sure your mom has a lovely, restful day this Mother’s Day.

6 Homemade Mother’s Day gift ideas

Mckenna Bailey — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:25:00 -0700

Homemade gifts are an inexpensive way to show a person how much you love them. The quality time spent adding thoughtful personal touches to homemade gifts make them the perfect Mother’s Day gifts. Here are six ideas for homemade gifts for any mom.

Top 5 Mother’s Day gifts for the stylish mom

Mckenna Bailey — Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Despite what SNL would have us believe, not all moms walk around in unflattering "mom jeans." There are stylish moms everywhere, and these Mother’s Day gift ideas are dedicated to them. If your mom is fashion-forward, she will love any and all of these gifts.

5 Creepy couples gifts

SheKnows Love & Sex Experts — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:03:00 -0700

Showering your loved one with gifts is supposed to be sweet and romantic, not strange and flat out bizarre. When gift giving, sometimes it's OK to stick with a gift card. These gift ideas will explain why.

Homemade Mother’s Day gifts

Christina Holt — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Skip the same gifts you buy year after year and get crafty this Mother’s Day! Your mom will appreciate the extra thought, hard work and creativity put into your project -- and will likely cherish it way more than another generic picture frame. These crafty yet simple DIY projects make wonderful Mother's Day gifts for Grandma and Mom, and are perfect for Dad to do with the kids!

A look inside the Golden Globes' Luxury Lounge

Chrissy Callahan — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 -0800

Ever wonder what Hollywood’s hottest celebs get at those gifting suites during award season? Yep, we all do! We got a sneak peek at the swag bag goodies your fave stars will be toting home with them before this weekend’s Golden Globes, and we’re dishing all the details!

Care packages for the troops

Kori Ellis — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:00:00 -0800

Care packages bring the comforts of home to our troops, even when they are thousands of miles away. The military provides them with the basics to live, but our troops have to buy all their personal items and any special treats for themselves. By sending a care package to the troops during the holidays , you can make their lives a little more enjoyable while they are protecting our freedom.

Best Buy's best buys of the season, week three

Molly Cerreta Smith — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800

One more week until Black Friday, but you don't have to wait to bag some serious bargains. Check out Best Buy's special offers starting this Friday.

Gifts ideas for adoptive parents

Kristin Bustamante — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:43:00 -0800

Baby shower and new baby gifts are predominantly focused on birth mothers and their children. Adoptive parents often find themselves trying to fit these gifts with their unique family stories and ultimately are left wanting. Here are a few of our top picks for gifts for adoptive parents and families. They beautifully acknowledge the adoptive journey, respect the child's heritage and embrace the new family that's been created. Plus, they're super cute!

Best Buy's best buys of the season, week two

Molly Cerreta Smith — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:15:00 -0800

Don't miss week two of Best Buy's pre-Black Friday deals. Here are this Friday's best buys from Best Buy.

Best Buy's best buys of the season

Molly Cerreta Smith — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 01:50:00 -0700

Best Buy has already kicked off their holiday sales with pre-Black Friday deals every Friday. Here are this Friday's best buys from Best Buy.

Unique gifts for Harry Potter fans

Katie Kavulla — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 07:00:00 -0700

With the last Harry Potter movie premiering this week, fans are pulling out all of the stops to go out with a bang! If you're a big Potter fan yourself, or know somebody who is, you'll love these unique Harry Potter-related gifts and finds -- from the unusual to the odd to the just plain weird, check out these seven Harry Potter gifts to celebrate Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2!

5 Favorite needlecrafts on Etsy

Molly Cerreta Smith — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 07:02:00 -0700

Needlecraft isn’t just for grandmothers. Being crafty has never been cooler. And Etsy.com is one of the best places to discover all kinds of crafty creations that you can make yourself. And don't worry if you don't have a crafty bone in your body – you can order items that are made for you on Etsy, too . Here are our five favorite needlecrafts on Etsy.com