8 Crafty Routine Charts for Chores, Bedtime, Out the Door and More

Days go by Is your little one always asking you when? This magnetic board featured over at So You Think You’re Crafty is aimed at helping kids understand the days of the week. Petite picture magnets made from clip art and magnet tape, vinyl stickers, a magnet board, and a wooden star (or other fun

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10 Montessori-Inspired Design Ideas for Kids' Rooms

Gather ‘round the table!With all the learning going on, the kiddos are going to need a place to spread out. The Shanty 2 Chic blog shares DIY instructions to make your own table built for tots — such a great idea to create the ultimate project hub for the family. The post even includes a link to mak

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120 ways to save money now!

You always did love a deal, and these days, deals and discounts are everywhere! Heck, you feel like a heel if you pay full price for practically anything. And why should you? Our editors have spent months combing the Internet, savvy mom contacts, blogs, message boards — anything and everything — to

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11 Pro Tips for Making Your iPhone the Only Camera You Need

Although I am a commercial photographer, I find myself reaching for my iPhone more and more. It is a fantastic camera and digital darkroom that also happens to have an integrated phone. Though the topic is as vast as your creativity, I have assembled a starter list to help you on your journey to mo

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Top 8 Time Management Apps for Busy Parents

Transitioning into fall can be one of the busiest times of the year for families, with the kids back in school, involved in extra-curricular activities, and going on play dates.  It certainly helps to create a consistent schedule within your family to help everyone stay organized and on the same pag

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Ask the Parent Coach: Strategies for Reducing Video Game Screen Time

  Q: My child played video games a lot this summer. Now that school has started back up, what can I do to help him transition to less playing time and more studying time? Also, how much video game playing time is okay? A: Back-to-school time is always a period of adjustment, whether video games

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Top Tips for Organizing Family Photos

After a great summer crammed tight with plenty of family fun, you probably have accumulated lots of new photos — from birthday parties, picnics, the 4th of July, vacation, and maybe even a wedding or two!  Now that fall has arrived with its full-speed-ahead schedule, it’s easy to forget about the di

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Back to School Saving Tips

ParentMap and Verity Credit Union bring you helpful family financial planning and money management information. This month: Back to School Saving Tips. There are certain times of year when we all have a little more to pay for than normal: holidays, vacations, birthdays, and of course, the annual ba

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