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

Castle Park

The Great Outdoors

The Magical, Fairy-Tale Playground Your Kids Will Love

Go for imaginative play at this enthralling play spot

Vicky McDonald Sep 16, 2019
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City Adventures

This Eastside Park Is a Train Lover's Dream

Play all day at this playground perfect for tots

Vicky McDonald Aug 20, 2019
School lunch

Food

10 Best Lunch Ideas From ParentMap Readers

What lunches are guaranteed to get eaten

Vicky McDonald Aug 14, 2019
traveling on plane with kids

Family Management

How to Survive a Plane Journey With Young Kids

It's not going to be easy, but these tips can help

Vicky McDonald Jul 23, 2019
Birthday Party

Birthdays + Parties

Have You Heard of 'Fiver' Parties?

Bonus: No more scrambling to buy the perfect party gift

Vicky McDonald Jul 17, 2019
melon salad

Food

7 Effortless Dishes for a Last-Minute Potluck

Fast and fresh summer recipes that wow

Vicky McDonald Jul 09, 2019
hand dryer

Family Management

5 Ways to Prepare Your Kid for Insanely Noisy Restrooms

It turns out our kids’ fear of hand dryers is not unfounded

Vicky McDonald Jul 02, 2019
date night

Family Management

5 Spontaneous Summer Date-Night Ideas

Sneak in a date night some evening this summer

Vicky McDonald Jun 21, 2019
Kids in the car

Food

Best Northwest Restaurants and Cafes for Family Road Trips

Parents love these PNW restaurants

Vicky McDonald May 20, 2019
Mother's Day Cards

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

Vicky McDonald Apr 15, 2019