Amy Valm

We found all the best gifts new moms want but won't actually ask for—and they're more practical than you might think.

Try these easy, inexpensive ways to keep your birthday guests busy and entertained at the party.

If you think duct tape is versatile, you haven't met washi tape! Grab a few colourful rolls at the to create these clever custom party decorations.

Whoever said “getting there is half the fun” apparently has never been stuck in traffic with hangry kids. Road trips can be hell. But they can also—with the right tricks, tips and snacks—be the stuff of happy memories.

Carving pumpkins with kids can be messy! This year, try one of these no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas. The results will be boo-tiful.

Combat a busy day with a simple and satisfying one-pot meal. Minimal prep and easy cleanup—it's the best.

Beat the heat with one (or all, this is a safe space) of these sweet frozen treats.

'Sup? These relics are all that and a bag of chips. How many of these precious '90s toys did you have as a kid?

Quinoa is a small but mighty seed. Cook some up in these easy and healthy recipes—we've put it in some surprising places.

Fell asleep and forgot to find a new home for your kids' Elf on the Shelf? Try one of these handy (and somewhat plausible) explanations.

Chili is hearty, easy to make and delicious. Most of these recipes yield big portions, and leftovers are never bad to have on hand.

For busy parents, meals like these—that you can eat with one hand—will save the day!

Ball recipes are a hands-on activity. It's a fun way to get kids in the kitchen, their little hands are fully capable of rolling and forming.

Quiche is a simple, versatile dish that's easy to prep ahead, perfect for any meal of the day.

These allergy-sensitive, peanut-free snacks are perfect for home or school.

Lean, neutral and super versatile, chicken breast is the queen of dinnertime with these simple and easy recipes.

Plump and juicy, as far as we're concerned, the strawberry is the champion of summer. Get inspired with these sweet recipes.

Sometimes you just want to sink your teeth into a juicy steak. You're in luck, because these prime recipes make the cut. (See what we did there?)

Keep cool and stay refreshed with these tasty, hydrating recipes.