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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Preschool

Clever Toys to Keep Tots Learning at Home

10 fun toys that keep preschoolers engaged and busy

By: Vicky McDonald | Sep 21, 2020
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Health + Nutrition

An Infectious Disease Specialist on What Parents Need To Know About COVID-19

Answers to your questions about playgrounds, asthma and more

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 19, 2020
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Work + Life Balance

Drop-In Care and Kid-Friendly Co-Working Spaces in the Puget Sound

Where to leave the kids when you need to get some work done

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 13, 2020
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Preschool

Awesome Toys and Activities to Keep Preschoolers Busy

Survive another work week with ideas to keep 'em occupied

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 14, 2020
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Camps + Classes

Your DIY Summer Camp Planner

Free and cheap activities and resources for kids

By: Vicky McDonald | Jun 03, 2020
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Food

Simple Snack Recipes the Kids Can Help Make

A cooking project and a healthy snack in one

By: Vicky McDonald | May 05, 2020
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Holidays

12 Mother’s Day Gifts That Kids Can Make

Try one of these easy DIY ideas for a sentimental, homemade gift

By: Vicky McDonald | Apr 30, 2020
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Holidays

11 Adorable DIY Mother's Day Cards

Give mom a gift from the heart with one of these sweet Mother's Day card ideas

By: Vicky McDonald | Apr 27, 2020
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Crafts + DIY

Tons of Printables to Keep Your Preschooler Busy

Dust off your printer and get some work done

By: Vicky McDonald | Apr 02, 2020
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Books

“Too Sticky!” A Book About Sensory Issues That Kids Can Relate To

A new book about autism that kids will love

By: Vicky McDonald | Mar 30, 2020