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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 …

Okay, let's face it...your first time being single on Valentine's Day is probably going to suck, especially if it's a new thing. You're still sad, mad, lonely, or all three. …

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. …

Making your daughter a cool birthday party with a trendy theme doesn't have to cost a fortune. You can find birthday party themes for tween girls that are reasonable. Dollar …

I've found some of the coolest subscription boxes for tween girls! I don't believe you can go wrong with one of these. Don't think they're only for tweens because any …

If you're looking to focus on healthy school lunches for picky eaters, then I'm sorry, this isn't the post for you.  It's also not about cute shapes and other sneaky …

It's a new school year, and time to get supplies ready. Middle school lockers are just one of the new and exciting changes that happen in junior high school. Not …

Ahh, tweens and puberty.  Fun times. Cue the eye rolls and sarcasm. So many changes for everyone involved.    It's confusing and exciting all at the same time. So why …

Finding ways to connect with your tween when puberty emotions are running high, and your fuse is running low, makes it easy to get off track with the relationship you …

**Originally published 2018, updated: July 2025** Help, tween attitude is a problem in my house! Tween years are no joke. We've all been there.  You're all having fun, out of …

This article will give you some of THE best resources on how to succeed in high school and prep for college. Use these high school success tips to skyrocket and …

Puberty is a confusing time for tweens and their parents. Everyone is filled with emotions of changing times...and hormones. Understanding what's happening to their bodies and their minds helps tweens …

Welcome to Day 10 of 30 Days of Printables.  Yesterday's new printable was a Teen Job Search Tracker.    It also goes along with the Job Interview Checklist from Day 8. Current …

Welcome to Day 8 of 30 Days of Printables.  Yesterday's new printable was to help keep you from forgetting when to pay a bill.   Current subscribers can also find it in …

With all types of moms out there, you're sure to find something on this list of gift ideas for mom that is sure to please even the most difficult mothers. …

It's the first tween middle school dance... are you ready? I remember when we found out we were having a girl. My husband who doesn't scare easily didn't speak for …

Has your tween been begging to babysit? Or maybe they’re just begging for a way to earn their own money. Babysitting is still a classic first job for tweens and …

Is your teen constantly bugging you for cash? Whether they're starting to look for a summer job or maybe they're ready to handle it during the school year they always …

Buying gifts for tween girls can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. By this age, most kids are into some type of activity or have a strong interest …

Times have changed since I wrote this post 5 years ago. It used to be the "norm" that girls started shaving as soon as they hit middle school. Sometimes sooner …

Finding a good gift idea when you've been married for a while can be harder to come up with. When you've been married a really long time gets even harder. …

It's hard to believe teens will ever think they're too old for trick or treat, but some never do. But if you're looking for Halloween ideas for teens that go …

Buying presents for teen boys can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. Past the point of toys and mundane stuff. Yet not quite adults. Cash is still king, …

A few years ago, I was up to my eyeballs in life. 3 kids, a grammie to take care of, running back and forth between two households. And money was …

Buying gifts for tween boys can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. By this age, most kids are into some type of activity or have a strong interest …

Back-to-school season is a whirlwind, isn’t it? Between the school supply lists, schedule changes, sports practices, and trying to keep track of all the things, it can feel like a …

If you grew up in the '70s or '80s I'd bet you read Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret? I can also guarantee upon hearing the name of the …

Many of you asked how to make a hot-cold pack used in the period survival kit. In the spirit of full disclosure, although I do own this sewing machine, I …

**Originally published in July 2017, this post was last updated on July 26, 2025 Puberty is weird — no way around it. But it doesn’t have to be a confusing …

Here are my best tools and hacks for busy moms. So here's the question I get asked more than anything. “How do you do it all? You take care of …

When I was younger I always went for regular checkups. Then for a few years while being a full-time caregiver to my grandmother and raising three kids I began putting …

This year, give caregivers thank you gifts that they really want. Caregiver gifts are a unique challenge to gift lists. Whether holidays, birthdays, or saying thanks, you just never know …

So you're raising kids and a full-time caregiver. Welcome to the club. Feeling like you just signed your life away? Just when the kids are getting older and time is …

Kids just never want to sleep! You know the routine. You read a story or sing a song. You put out a glass of water. You put on the night-light. …

Dear Period, This might be uncomfortable to hear but, you used to be so, I don't know, normal. For 30 years you'd drop by once a month right on time, …

Well, it's official. He-who-shall-not-be-named has been named. No, not Voldemort, I am talking about my chin hair. Yes, it's a he, because he is a pain in the ass. The …