Vicky McDonald

Vicky McDonald

Vicky McDonald is ParentMap's Digital Editor. When not working, she can be found running after her two kids or cooking up something tasty in the kitchen.

Recent Articles

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Crafts + DIY

Tons of Activity Sheets to Keep Your Preschooler Busy

Dust off your printer and get some work done

By: Vicky McDonald | Jan 05, 2021
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Movies

12 Underrated Family Movies for the Festive Season

No offense, ‘Elf,’ but there are other movies to watch during the holidays

By: Vicky McDonald | Dec 16, 2020
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Crafts + DIY

10 Homemade Christmas Gifts That Are Actually Useful

Sweet and fun DIY crafts that kids will be proud to gift

By: Vicky McDonald | Dec 03, 2020
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Holidays

Gift Planner for 2020: Best Holiday Gifts for the Whole Family

Tons of gift ideas for preschoolers, picky teens, energetic kids, grandparents and more

By: Vicky McDonald | Dec 02, 2020
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Mental Health

12 Self-Care Products To Get You Through the Winter

Cozy slippers, happy lamps, diffusers and more

By: Vicky McDonald | Nov 05, 2020
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Parent Stories

What the Heck Is ‘Friluftsliv?’

Winter is coming but a change of mindset might help

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 28, 2020
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Parent Stories

Remote School Reality: What It's Really Like to School From Home

A Q&A with an Olympia mom about her family's experience

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 16, 2020
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Ages 3 - 5

10 Awesome Indoor Toys to Keep Energetic Kids Active This Winter

Kids bouncing off the walls? These energy-busting toys will keep them busy for a while!

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 14, 2020
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Home Sweet Home

5 Awesome Fort Kits to Keep Your Kids Entertained for Hours

The fort is strong

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 08, 2020
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Parent Stories

Remote School Reality: A Local Mom Reveals What's Working and What's Not

A Q&A with April Chan about her family's experience of online learning

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 08, 2020