We all know that parenting pets is a very different experience from parenting children. For example you can’t put children in a kennel when you have a trip to the store, even as much as we’d all sometimes like to. With kids and pets running around the house, efficiency is key to creating a smooth,

You’ve done one of the hardest things- gotten rid of all the old toys- but now it’s time to figure out where to put the new ones. After the holidays the last thing you want to do is spend more money, but somethings are simply worth the investment. And your sanity is one of those

The Super Bowl is just a few weeks away, and that means its time to prepare for one of America’s favorite pastimes. Even if you don’t watch football or even know the names of the teams playing, everyone loves to get together to enjoy delicious food, great commercials, and entertaining company. These 5 Easy and

Peanut butter is an American Classic.  Kids of all ages love that salty, spreadable, goodness.  For vegans and vegetarians, it serves as an excellent source of protein and is loaded with essential nutrients. But did you know there is a dark side to conventional peanut butter? Is there a healthy peanut butter out there? The

After months of red eyes, congestion and sinus issues you might go to the doctor for formalized allergy testing. If you are lucky the results will be easy to understand with a specific animal or plant to blame for your constant suffering. Unfortunately, if your allergy test comes back positive for dust mites, battling through

Chances are you’ve got one room in your home that you’ve thought about redecorating. Maybe you’ve recently moved, are starting from scratch, and you need everything from the lighting down to the perfect layout. Perhaps you have a couch and coffee table that you absolutely love, but you need the finishing touches to make the

Traveling affords us a lot of new experiences. We get to see a world beyond what we are used to. We get to be mesmerized by how life works in other areas of the country or even the world. We also get to realize that nature’s beauty is diverse, and it is manifested in different

“Picky eaters are made, not born,” my smug pre-motherhood proclaimed. Joke’s on me. And while I do fully believe this is the case most of the time, I am also 100% guilty of creating a picky eater. My oldest is finally starting to warm up to the idea of vegetables, after many years of not eating

Chances are you’ve got one room in your home that you’ve thought about redecorating. Maybe you’ve recently moved, are starting from scratch, and you need everything from the lighting down to the perfect layout. Perhaps you have a couch and coffee table that you absolutely love, but you need the finishing touches to make the

While we all wish we lived in a luxurious, spacious home, that’s not always the reality. With recent rising housing prices, many families are taking up smaller quarters. We’ve all felt cramped in our own homes from time to time. Maybe your closets are overflowing or you’ve stuffed too much under your bed already. If

If your carpets take a beating from children, pets or clumsy adults – we’ve all been there! – you’re probably tired of scrubbing stains and paying for expensive cleaning products. Fortunately, there are plenty of carpet cleaning hacks that can save time and money. Here are five inexpensive carpet cleaning tips. 1Get Rid of Odors

Peanut butter is an American Classic.  Kids of all ages love that salty, spreadable, goodness.  For vegans and vegetarians, it serves as an excellent source of protein and is loaded with essential nutrients. But did you know there is a dark side to conventional peanut butter? Is there a healthy peanut butter out there? The

A dog can be an ideal companion for a child, as it offers unconditional love and can teach the child about empathy and what it means to have responsible behavior. But, as a parent, you probably want to make sure that the dog you are choosing is not only a suitable dog, but also one

There comes a time when you long for a supple softness and sleep-inducing comfort making you feel like royalty every time you slumber. Well, that time is now. The best mattress topper for 2019 is here! Whether or not you own your own Puffy Mattress (which we highly recommend), you can always use the Puffy

Sushi is quickly becoming as much a part of American cuisine as apple pie. Today, sushi can be found in local supermarkets, airport terminals, and even movie theatres. With places popping up everywhere to get your sushi fix, more Americans are becoming connoisseurs of the classic Japanese dish. Even though sushi has been around for

With a chill in the air and warmth in our fuzzy-lined boots, the winter solstice is upon us! Marking the shift in the seasons, winter solstice is one of the original catalysts for winter celebrations. It is both a mystical time that represents change and an astronomical event that reminds us that we’ve reached the

Christmas and the holidays can be a challenging time if you’re on a restricted diet. Whether it be for food allergies or sensitivities, or other reasons, it’s not much fun going to holiday parties and not being able to indulge a little. But luckily, there are lots of allergy-sensitive cookies that are shockingly delicious, and

Back-to-school time means plenty of lessons to learn in the classroom. But parents usually have to be the teachers when it comes to a subject their kids will need to understand throughout their adult lives – personal finance. Studies show that teaching finance is not a top priority of the U.S. education system. Fewer than

Let’s face it—when you’re a busy mom, some days you don’t even have time to worry about how little time you have. And when the house is a mess, the kids are hungry again, and due dates are quickly approaching, your to-do list might feel like its piling higher than the dirty laundry basket. Here

109 Shares Bringing your baby home from the hospital is an exciting time. You have spent months preparing for their arrival- buying their new crib, bedding, a rocking chair where you spend all.the.nights feeding and soothing your little babe. You have all their new little onesies, clothing, and swaddles. Everything is perfect, but there is

Back in April when I decided to go gluten-free, I felt like it was going to be impossible. I’d gone gluten-free before, temporarily, but never with the intention of doing it permanently. Somehow when thinking about never having my mom’s famous chocolate chip cookies, or Dunkin’ Donuts munchkins, or Wendy’s chicken nuggets, among many, many,

This is a sponsored post written by Daily Mom on behalf of Food Lion for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% of the author. Dani is a mom of two, but also a fur-baby mom to her dogs, Molly and Louie. Molly has been Dani’s fur-baby for 15 years while Louie has been a part

Another fall is upon us ushering in Pumpkin spice lattes and plaid everything. Fall is an amazing season full of magical colors, smells, and flavors. The time of holiday gatherings has begun! Bonfires, date nights, holiday parties, Friendsgiving, pumpkin decorating parties, Halloween, Thanksgiving! There are so many reasons to get together with family and friends

Sushi is quickly becoming as much a part of American cuisine as apple pie. Today, sushi can be found in local supermarkets, airport terminals, and even movie theatres. With places popping up everywhere to get your sushi fix, more Americans are becoming connoisseurs of the classic Japanese dish. Even though sushi has been around for

Having the right products on hand when bringing a new dog home can set a family (and their new fur baby) up for success! These three items are essential to add to your puppy checklist and will play a vital role in the safety and security of a new dog. The New Puppy Checklist New

As a stay-at-home mom, you deserve a little time to yourself. How you spend that time, is up to you. Most moms, though, choose to pick up a hobby that they enjoy. The great news is that there are many hobbies you can pick up in your spare time that can be used to turn

Half the fun of Thanksgiving dinner is enjoying all of the side dishes that accompany the turkey. Thanksgiving is the one time of year when 6 side dishes or more are completely appropriate for a family meal.  We’ve selected a few of spins on classic favorites that you might want to try out on your

5 Power Tools Every Woman Needs for Their Yard – Daily Mom Winter is slowing creeping up on us but every green thumber knows that your yard is actually a year-round project. If you live in warmer climates, you still have yard maintenance to work into your busy schedule. And with the upcoming holidays now