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The Dangers of Drinking: Talking to Your Teen About Underage Drinking

By Jennifer Jensen | June 8, 2026 | Ages , High school (16–18+)

Parents worry about their children. That is just a fact. And once a child moves into their teen years, many parents start to worry that their child might try alcohol. Although parents cannot be with their children every second of the day, they can offer them the tools and advice to try to prevent them

5 Ways to Eat More Strawberries!

By Isabella Sorresso | June 7, 2026 | Food

You have waited all year for these delicious berries to be readily available at the grocery store, and now that they are here, you have got to take advantage. Whether you are looking to add strawberries to your next meal, a quick snack or make a refreshing drink you can kick back with, we have

The Magical Minis: Travel Sized Must-Haves

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | June 7, 2026 | Travel

All us moms know how easily our purses can be weighed down with wipes, diapers, fruit snacks and not to mention ALL our must-haves! Enter the magical minis! These are our travel-sized must-haves in smaller, easy-to-carry sizes that will keep that purse light and ready for the day, void of shoulder and back pain. 1.

4 Summer Cocktails to Soak Up the Sun!

By Renee Castro | June 1, 2026 | Food , Forks & Spoons , Treats & Desserts

Summer will officially be here on Sunday, June 21! Get ready for sunny weekends by learning how to make these four summer cocktails. Perfect for a relaxing day by the pool! Frozen Mojito Ingredients: 1⁄2 cup white rum 1⁄4 cup lime juice 10 mint leaves 1⁄4 cup club soda 1⁄2 tablespoon simple syrup 5 tablespoons

What Type of Parent Are You? Celebrate Global Day of Parents by Discovering Your Parenting Style

By Lindsey Johnson | May 28, 2026 | Articles , Parenting Advice , Routines & Parenting

Illustrations by Anibal Rodriguez and Megan Sapelak Researchers have identified four primary parenting styles that classify most parents and the way they raise their children. In honor of Global Day of Parents on June 1, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your own parenting approach and the values you hope to pass on to

Gainesville Memorial Day Events and Activities

By Amanda Roland | May 23, 2026 | Blog , Guides , Holidays , Seasonal Guides , Things to Do

With Memorial Day weekend approaching, we have put together a list of Gainesville Memorial Day events and activities! Alachua County Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 25Historic Evergreen Cemetery at 10 a.m. This ceremony honors veterans and military service members who lost their lives fighting and standing for the country. The ceremony offers a Presentation of

Top 10 Must-Have Instructions for Your Babysitter

By Olivia Pitkenthly | May 18, 2026 | Ages , Early childhood (0–4) , Elementary (5–10) , Parenting Advice , Routines & Parenting

Every parent knows a good babysitter is hard to find. We’ve compiled a list of must-have instructions for your babysitter to ensure a good experience for everyone. Top 10 Babysitter Instructions 1. Give the babysitter your cell phone numbers and tell her if she should call or text. Also provide an emergency contact name and

It’s National Chocolate Chip Day: Try the Original Toll House Cookie Recipe At Home!

By Amanda Roland | May 15, 2026 | Blog , Food , Treats & Desserts

There is nothing better than smell of fresh baked cookies filling the house. If you and your family are a fan of Toll House Cookies but can't make it to the store to pick up some cookie dough, you can make Mrs. Wakefield's Original Toll House Cookie Recipe with ingredients you already have! MRS. WAKEFIELD’S

3 Ways to Sleep Train Your Baby

By Olivia Pitkenthly | May 10, 2026 | Ages , Early childhood (0–4)

New parents receive so much unsolicited advice regarding sleep and their newborns. From “never wake a sleeping baby” to “wake the baby every two hours to eat” it can get pretty confusing. Add to that your exhaustion, and who has time to research the best way to get your baby to sleep? We’ve broken down

Saying Sorry: How To Teach Your Kiddos to Apologize

By Olivia Pitkenthly | April 7, 2026 | Conception 2 College , Early Years

Admitting when you are wrong and asking for forgiveness is difficult for some adults. Imagine being a kid and trying to understand these concepts. Young children act and react impulsively, sometimes leading them to insult or hit someone else, and often they don’t even realize that they did anything wrong. It's up to you to

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The Dangers of Drinking: Talking to Your Teen About Underage Drinking

5 Ways to Eat More Strawberries!

The Magical Minis: Travel Sized Must-Haves

What Type of Parent Are You? Celebrate Global Day of Parents by Discovering Your Parenting Style

Gainesville Memorial Day Events and Activities

Top 10 Must-Have Instructions for Your Babysitter

It’s National Chocolate Chip Day: Try the Original Toll House Cookie Recipe At Home!

3 Ways to Sleep Train Your Baby

Saying Sorry: How To Teach Your Kiddos to Apologize

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