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Looking for some cool outdoor birthday party ideas for teens? If so, you have come to the right place! In this blog post, I'll share some great ideas for birthday …

Photo by Benjamin Voros on Unsplash If you're a volleyball mom, you're probably already thinking of gift ideas for your volleyball player. If it's birthday gifts for volleyball players, holiday …

Photo by Ellieelien on Unsplash Got a teenager heading off to college? Looking for the best sites for college textbooks online? You've come to the right place! Here are some …

Photo by Lucas Santos on Unsplash Throw the ultimate party with these fun teen party games! Many of these games for teenagers are perfect for all ages and will keep …

Did you know that there are lots of different games for trampolines? Sure, jumping is probably one of the main reasons your kids want to go and play on a …

Photo by Anthony Tran on Unsplash It can be difficult to know how to help a teenager who is struggling with anxiety. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health …

Volunteering is a great way for teenagers to make a difference and meet new people. There are many different types of volunteer opportunities for teens available. Here are just a …

I remember spending hours in my room as a teenager both with friends and alone reading Teen Magazine and Seventeen. Tearing out pages of Kirk Cameron and Rob Lowe to …

Puberty is an exciting time for boys. There is a lot happening and they really want to know when does facial hair start growing. For most boys, they get particularly …

If you have ever had a pet, then you know that an occasional accident happens. And when they do, it can be a pain to know how to get old …

Finding books for 5th graders, and middle schoolers in general, that not only appeal to but challenge our kids can be difficult. We try to get them fired up about …

Wondering how to make your teenage daughter's bedroom look more mature? Check out these dreamy decorating ideas she's sure to love! A mature teen girls' dreams are sometimes very different …

Trampolines are a great way to get some fitness in and can be a lot of fun for kids. The best trampolines have good bounce, strong safety features, and will …

At one time or another, everyone falls prey to negative thoughts and self-doubt. We feel we aren't worthy of love because of a breakup. We screw up at work and …

Have you ever noticed the difference in your best friend when they have a wilting violet demeanor versus when they gather their courage and step out of their comfort zone …

Teen girls and Valentine's Day. A perfect combination to find cute Valentine's Day Gifts for teen girls that make a thoughtful gift for your teen daughter. Finding the perfect gift …

Whether it's the New Year and time for resolutions or you're looking for ways to get you and your family on track (again), here are 13 ways to make it …

Subscription boxes for tween boys are a cool way to give a gift year-round with something that caters just to their hobbies and interests. It seems like every month the …

It's so hard to come up with ideas for a birthday party every year. As they get into the tween years it's harder to get more creative and find ways …

For DIY craft-loving girls who are also into tween girl bedroom decor ideas, this post is for you. Tweens and teens love bedroom decor more than ever. Or at least …

Let's have some fun with DIY beauty crafts for tweens and teens. Or subscribe so you won't miss out. Do you have a tween or teen that loves beauty products …

Is there anything more fun on a winter day than DIY crafts for tweens? There are so many types of projects and crafts out there.  Painting, sewing, yarn crafts, DIY …

Young girls are forever searching for something to do. DIY jewelry crafts for tweens to the rescue. Hearing the dreaded..."I'm bored" ranks right up there on this mom's annoying scale …

If you're a cheer mom, you're probably already thinking of gift ideas for your cheerleader. If it's birthday gifts for cheerleaders, holiday time, or another special occasion you're sure to …

This year I'm a proud new cheer mom who could use all the tips I can get. Since I figured this might be new territory for some of you, here …

Teens and chores...seems like an oxymoron I know but hang on. I'm going to take you through what we did this summer and how this one tweak of our system …

With their moods changing faster than the trends, who can keep up? No longer a tween, but only just starting the teen years. I considered writing a post for just …

It's been a tough few weeks around here.  Our beautiful, sweet dog Mae passed away.  Death is never easy, but when it's an unexpected loss it's hard to know what …

While we can all agree that exercise for teens and tweens is important, exercise and physical activity seem to be decreasing more and more. From getting lost in front of …

Keeping our teens properly hydrated is an important factor in their overall health and well-being.    I'd be willing to bet most of us underestimate how much proper hydration affects …

Does your teenager have trouble winding down at night? Are they constantly feeling stressed out? If so, they're not alone. A lot of kids feel this way these days. Luckily, …

*Original publication, February 2019, updated January 2022. Is your teenager getting enough sleep?  How about your tween? Are they being difficult?   Are they struggling in school? What about headaches?  Do they …

Looking for great work from home ideas for moms? Call it a side hustle, an additional income stream, or just plain extra cash. Maybe you want to work from home …

Making smoothies for picky eaters is a great way to help them balance their diet, help them feel satisfyingly full, and maybe even gain weight (if they need to). Picky …

**Updated January 21, 2022 Incorporate these chores for tweens as a great way to teach them responsibility, and important life skills and take some of that housework off your plate. …

Getting your kids to do chores can be a pain sometimes but unless you want to be the one doing everything all the time it's a great routine to get …

I'm back with 5 more marriage separation tips. If you didn't see my first 5 tips when separating, jump back.  That earlier post on separating dealt with the emotional side.  This …

  Maybe you're a regular reader, maybe not.  But in case you missed them, here are the most loved tween posts from 2022  

Being recently separated from your spouse isn't easy. But it doesn't have to be the end of the world. In fact, it's just the beginning. Sometimes that means a focus …

Do you ever feel like your period can never be predicted? The sudden leakages, cramping, and general feeling of discomfort can make you feel like you can never be ready. …