Valentine’s Day Treats

Three Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Treats

By Colleen McTiernan | February 8, 2026 | Forks & Spoons
From writing valentines to prepping delicious treats, getting your child ready for Valentine’s Day can be overwhelming. With class parties, doilies and cards galore, getting in the spirit to celebrate a day of “love” can be a struggle for all us parents. With February 14 fast approaching, keep these Valentine's Day Treats recipes in your

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3 Nacho Recipes to Make on Super Bowl Sunday!

By Isabela Rosa | February 4, 2026 | Blog , Forks & Spoons , Recipes
Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend! What better way than to celebrate than with your own homemade nachos. Enjoy these recipes with your family as you cheer on the Buccaneers or the Chiefs!   Classic Nachos  Ingredients:  Tortilla Chips  Ground beef or meat of choice  Cheese (shredded)  Toppings: salsa, jalapeños, sour cream, green onion and

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Emotional Eating

Emotional Eating: What It Is and How to Avoid it

By Lindsey Johnson | January 23, 2026 | Health
Bodies need nourishment. Food and water provide fuel for bodily processes and activities, and we must replenish our supply daily. Individual body makeup along with activity level determines what you need to sustain yourself and maintain a healthy weight. While we know intellectually that we need food to thrive, sometimes food can hold power over

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winter activities in Gainesville

Outdoor Winter Activities in Gainesville

By Rebecca Vitkus | January 18, 2026 | Health
As tempting as it may be to keep the kids indoors when the temperature drops, the winter weather is only here for a moment, and it is meant to be enjoyed! Take a break from video games and movie marathons to bask in the briskness of the cool outdoors with these winter activities in Gainesville!

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Prevent Chapped Lips

Tips to Prevent Chapped Lips in Cold Weather

By Allen Haynes | January 18, 2026 | Blog , Health
Chapped lips are literally a pain during the winter season. We have so much fun spending time outdoors and enjoying this break in the heat, but having chapped lips can make fun days less enjoyable when the cold and wind hit our dry, cracked lips. What causes chapped lips? Our lips are full of moisture

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Common Pregnancy Myths

Myth Busters: Debunking Common Pregnancy Myths

By Elayza Gonzalez | January 13, 2026 | Expecting
All moms-to-be are bound to be exposed to common pregnancy myths that are just that — myths! While some tips and facts ring true, others are old wives’ tales that can lead to worry and cause panic for no valid reason at all. It is important that pregnant women do everything they can to ensure

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Tips on Laundry

So Fresh and So Clean: Fun Facts and Tips For Laundry

By Tracy Wright | January 7, 2026 | Happy Home
Laundry is a chore that you can teach to children as young as preschool age! We have fun facts and tips for laundry that you can use with your kiddos! Explain to all kids this five-step method (Chuck, Clean, Dry, Fold and Put Away). You can even make it a fun song for your kids

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Teach Your Children Math

Teach Your Children Math Without Them Knowing

By Kelly Goede | January 7, 2026 | Learn
Long before your little peanuts will be required to demonstrate algebra proficiency on an exam, they will look to you — their parent — to help them lay the foundations of their math knowledge and understanding. Starting when they are babies, their brains are buzzing with activity, making sense of the world around them and

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Where to See Santa This Season!

By Reagan Poland | December 15, 2025 | Blog
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and everyone is on the lookout for Santa Claus!  Here's where to find him so your kids can share their Christmas wishes and snap a keepsake photo!  But wait! Before you go, print out our letter to Santa template to help your little ones tell Santa want

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DIY Menorahs

Handmade Hanukkah: DIY Menorahs!

By Colleen McTiernan | December 9, 2025 | Holidays
Hanukkah is from Sun, Dec 14, 2025 – Mon, Dec 22, 2025. Get prepared for the holiday with these fun family crafts! Get crafty this holiday season with DIY menorahs! Whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly version or something more understated, these menorahs are sure to please this Hanukkah! Wood Block Menorah Supplies Ten 2-inch wood

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