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

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
Cupcake flowers

Holidays

12 Mother's Day Gifts That Kids Can Make

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

Vicky McDonald Apr 12, 2019
Bellevue

Home Sweet Home

The Best Cities in Washington to Raise Your Kids

These Northwest cities are a good bet for families

Vicky McDonald Apr 03, 2019
Dad reading to kid

Books

13 Kids' Books That Parents Love Reading

The best bedtime stories, according to parents

Vicky McDonald Mar 19, 2019
measles vaccination

Health + Nutrition

Measles Investigation in King County

Over 100 schools in King County at risk

Vicky McDonald Jan 24, 2019