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5 Easy Holiday Decor DIY Projects

The following is a guest post by storage and organization expert Laura McHolm, founder of NorthStar Moving Company.The holidays are upon us, one of the most wonderful times of the year! But with all the holiday shopping, parties and decor – it can also be the most expensive time of year.It’s easy to feel a little less than jolly about the seasons notoriously pricey reputation, but one area that doesn’t need …

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How to Plan a Pirate Party

If planning for another humdrum party makes you want to walk the plank, why not celebrate with a pirate theme? The best aspect of a pirate theme party is that you have abundant options for decorations, activities and foods that stay in the sea-faring spirit. Set a budget and get your child working on some do-it-yourself projects to add to the festivities.

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Teen Talk

Calling all teens! We're excited to share a contributor volunteer opportunity at modernmom.com with you!Teens! Share to help others just like you! Are you passionate about writing or other forms of creative content creation (video, recipes, photos, or something else!) and eager to express your thoughts, opinions, and important perspectives on topics that matter to…

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The Joy Of Parenting Differently

Do you have anyone who has touched your life as a parent – whom you’ve never even met? Nine years ago, after writing Mommy Wars and struggling to find my way as a new mom of three kids, I started writing a daily online parenting blog for washingtonpost.com. “On Balance” became a surprise hit among moms,…

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GoldieBlox: A New Approach To Engineering For Girls

A friend of mine emailed me a video about a female engineer, Debbie Sterling, who was raising money for her new company. Frustrated that the engineering industry was so male-dominated, she created a construction toy for little girls with the purpose of exposing them to the world of engineering.