Read More Fast ways to ‘holiday-up’ your entryway before guests arrivebyMelanie Marshall Decorating for the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful, especially if you start small. And nothing makes a… Read More
Read More Budget-friendly stocking stuffers (that aren’t boring)byMelanie Marshall Stockings may be small, but they have a way of blowing through a gift budget fast. The upside… Read More
Read More Kid‑friendly Thanksgiving recipes your little ones will lovebyMelanie Marshall Thanksgiving should feel warm and fun for everyone — not a stress test for the parent doing all… Read More
Read More Fun things to do with your kids when the clocks fall backbyMelanie Marshall When Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend, evenings suddenly feel shorter — and kids start asking why it’s… Read More
Read More Where to find the best pumpkin patches in Southern CaliforniabyMelanie Marshall Even without crisp autumn air, Southern California offers plenty of seasonal charm for families looking for a festive… Read More
Read More Easy ways to cozy up your home with fall decorbyMelanie Marshall Even in SoCal, October has a way of nudging you toward all things cozy. The air may not… Read More
Read More 10 things to make you feel like fallbyMelanie Marshall Fall in Southern California doesn’t come with changing leaves or sweater weather on cue — but that doesn’t… Read More
Read More Mom hacks for mornings: 7 ways to save time and start the day rightbyMelanie Marshall Mornings can be chaotic even in the most pulled-together households. Alarms go off too early, someone can’t find… Read More
Read More End-of-summer bucket list: 25 things to do before school startsbyMelanie Marshall School’s almost here, but summer isn’t done with us yet. There’s still plenty of time to squeeze in… Read More
Read More Summer sanity guide: Fun kids activities that won’t break the bank (or your brain)byMelanie Marshall Summer break sounds dreamy—until it actually starts. Suddenly, your house is louder, messier, and in constant demand for… Read More