Vicky McDonald

Vicky McDonald

When not working, former ParentMap digital editor Vicky McDonald 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

By: Vicky McDonald | Sep 16, 2023
Kids eating lunch at elementary school with easy school lunch ideas

Food

Quick and Easy School Lunches That Kids Will Actually Eat

These lunches are guaranteed to get eaten

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 15, 2023
RailCycle tour at Mt. Rainier and two children walking near the tracks, photo credit Vicky McDonald

The Great Outdoors

RailCycle Mt. Rainier: A Thrilling Nature Adventure With Kids

A fun and unique way to experience nature, and get a little exercise too!

By: Vicky McDonald | Aug 03, 2023
At the Sammamish Fairy House Trail by Beaver Lake, a girl points to a fairy home

The Great Outdoors

Search for Sweet Fairy Homes Near Beaver Lake

Follow the fairy trail to discover wee magical dwellings

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 25, 2023
A couple looking for Seattle date night ideas

Family Management

Spontaneous Summer Date Night Ideas

Sneak in a date night some evening this summer

By: Vicky McDonald | Jul 12, 2023
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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 | Jun 21, 2023
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Crafts + DIY

Screen-Free Ideas to Keep the Kids Busy This Summer

Keep your crew entertained with crafts, cooking projects, backyard activities and more

By: Vicky McDonald | Jun 16, 2023
View of the Emerald City Pirates ship Queen Anne's Revenge sailing on Lake Union in Seattle

City Adventures

Swashbuckling Adventure Your Kids Will Adore

Stunning views, pirate games and stolen treasure

By: Vicky McDonald | May 16, 2023
An art project consisting of a child's handprint drawn into a lion with the words RAWR THE BEST MOM is shown, among ideas for Mother's Day Cards that kids can make

Holidays

11 Adorable DIY Mother’s Day Cards

Sweet Mother's Day card that kids can make

By: Vicky McDonald | May 03, 2023
A young girl in a yellow sweatshirt and pink leggings sits in the driver's seat of a farm tractor at Oxbow Farm near Seattle, among sweet Eastside farms to visit with kids

Seasonal Fun

4 Eastside Farms and Gardens for Springtime Fun

Plan your spring farm visit today!

By: Vicky McDonald | Apr 24, 2023