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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Screen Time

What to Watch: New Netflix Shows for Families This November

Christmas is coming early to Netflix this year

By: Vicky McDonald | Oct 14, 2021
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Indoor Play

The Burke Museum: Best Things to See With Young Kids

Think your kids aren’t ready for the Burke? Think again

By: Vicky McDonald | Sep 28, 2021
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Screen Time

What to Watch: New Netflix Shows for Families This October

Get cozy and cuddle up with the fam to watch these new shows

By: Vicky McDonald | Sep 23, 2021
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Family Management

Target’s Car Seat Trade-In Event Is Back

Help the environment and get a coupon at this popular event

By: Vicky McDonald | Sep 07, 2021
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Food

10 Quick and Easy School Lunch Ideas From ParentMap Readers

What lunches are guaranteed to get eaten

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 25, 2021
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Food

A Perfect Summer Recipe from ‘Easy Beans’ Cookbook

This simple, healthy 30-minute dinner will please all ages

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 03, 2021
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Preschool

10 Activity Books That Keep Little Kids Busy

If you need a little quiet time, these engaging books should do the trick

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 02, 2021
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Apps + Tech

Brickit: The New Lego App That Will Delight Parents and Kids

This clever app scans your Lego bricks and suggests what to make

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 28, 2021
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Camps + Classes

No Summer Camp? Here are Tons of Ideas to Keep the Kids Busy

Free and cheap activities and resources for kids

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 21, 2021
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Family Safety

Johnson & Johnson Recalls Spray Sunscreens Over Traces of Benzene

Check your cabinets for Neutrogena and Aveeno aerosol products

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 15, 2021