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Make the most of the holidays ahead with our great ideas for crafts to make with your kids, recipes for entertaining, fun ways to decorate, and much, much more. Use our toy guides to find the best gifts for every kid on your list. Learn creative new ways to make Valentine's Day crafts or decorate eggs for Easter. Browse our collection of homemade Halloween costumes. Get mom-tested and kid-approved recipes for Thanksgiving. You can also learn the history and traditions of the holidays you celebrate, including rituals from all around the world. So save your sanity and read our suggestions for avoiding holiday chaos, (Yes, it can be done!) and don't forget to check out our community posts for friendly advice from fellow moms.

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15 Ideas for Celebrating Christmas in 2020 That Are as Safe as They Are Special

15 Ideas for Celebrating Christmas in 2020 That Are as Safe as They Are Special

The logistics of celebrating Christmas as a family during a pandemic put some extra restrictions on activities, but these new twists on classic holiday traditions will help everyone keep the cheer.
All Pandemic-Fatigued Parents Really Want for Christmas 2020 Is a Break

All Pandemic-Fatigued Parents Really Want for Christmas 2020 Is a Break

Parents on Reddit shared the many ways their holiday season could get better with the creative "gift" of a break from chores, distance learning, and caretaking.
The Rockefeller Christmas Tree Arrived in NYC and It's Not What We Expected

The Rockefeller Christmas Tree Arrived in NYC and It's Not What We Expected

Social media users are saying it's the perfect metaphor for 2020.
The Most Popular Time to Put Up Holiday Decorations, According to a Recent Survey

The Most Popular Time to Put Up Holiday Decorations, According to a Recent Survey

When do you set out decor?
Pro Tip: Have Your Kid's Elf on the Shelf Report Good Behavior Instead of Bad

Pro Tip: Have Your Kid's Elf on the Shelf Report Good Behavior Instead of Bad

This is the parenting holiday hack you didn't even know you needed.
6 Virtual Thanksgiving Ideas for a Fun, Worry-Free Holiday

6 Virtual Thanksgiving Ideas for a Fun, Worry-Free Holiday

Looking to make Thanksgiving 2020 with the family safe, socially distant, and enjoyable during COVID-19? We got you.

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Yes, It’s Fine to Ask Your Family Members to Quarantine Before Thanksgiving

Yes, It’s Fine to Ask Your Family Members to Quarantine Before Thanksgiving

A family therapist offers tips on how to have the conversation with those who might not agree.
The Best Advent Calendars for Kids and Adults to Make the Countdown to Christmas Even More Exciting

The Best Advent Calendars for Kids and Adults to Make the Countdown to Christmas Even More Exciting

Toys, candy, and a bit of wine are just some of the novelties included in the beloved holiday tradition this year.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Is Virtual This Year, But Will Still Include Broadway Performances

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Is Virtual This Year, But Will Still Include Broadway Performances

How Safe Is Meeting Santa This Year?

How Safe Is Meeting Santa This Year?

25+ Little Ways to Make Your Season More Merry

25+ Little Ways to Make Your Season More Merry

Oprah Just Shared Her 'Favorite Things' List for 2020, So My Holiday Shopping Is Basically Done

Oprah Just Shared Her 'Favorite Things' List for 2020, So My Holiday Shopping Is Basically Done

Virtual Santa Visits Are 2020's Answer to Safe Holiday Cheer

Santa Claus is going virtual this year due to COVID-19—he won't even be at Macy's for the first time in almost 160 years. Here's what your family can expect this holiday season.

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What Is Day of the Dead? How to Explain the History of Día de los Muertos to Kids

What Is Day of the Dead? How to Explain the History of Día de los Muertos to Kids

7 Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Services Great for Families

7 Thanksgiving Meal Delivery Services Great for Families

PSA: Staking Candy Into the Ground is Not the Answer to Socially Distant Trick-or-Treating

PSA: Staking Candy Into the Ground is Not the Answer to Socially Distant Trick-or-Treating

7 Christmas Tree Coloring Pages to Get Kids in the Holiday Spirit

7 Christmas Tree Coloring Pages to Get Kids in the Holiday Spirit

These Are the Most Popular Halloween Candies in Every State

These Are the Most Popular Halloween Candies in Every State

4 Super Savvy Holiday Money Tips

4 Super Savvy Holiday Money Tips

Here Are All the Halloween Costumes Trending on Google Right Now (Start Practicing Your Karate Chops!)

Here Are All the Halloween Costumes Trending on Google Right Now (Start Practicing Your Karate Chops!)

I'm Going All Out This Halloween—and I'm Doing it Safely

I'm Going All Out This Halloween—and I'm Doing it Safely

8 Virtual Halloween Activities and Games for Kids to Play While Social Distancing

8 Virtual Halloween Activities and Games for Kids to Play While Social Distancing

7 Elf on the Shelf Inspired Coloring Pages

7 Elf on the Shelf Inspired Coloring Pages to Get Kids Excited for Christmas

This 12-Year-Old Made Adorable Halloween-Themed Stickers to Remind Kids to Wear Masks While Celebrating the Holiday

This 12-Year-Old Made Adorable Halloween-Themed Stickers to Remind Kids to Wear Masks While Celebrating the Holiday

Dolly Parton Launches New Holiday Collection at Williams Sonoma Inspired by Her Christmas Traditions

Dolly Parton Launches New Holiday Collection at Williams Sonoma Inspired by Her Christmas Traditions

7 Santa Claus Coloring Pages for the Holiday Season

7 Santa Coloring Pages to Print at Home This Holiday Season

Mom of 3 Shares Adorable Photo of Kids' DIY Schitt's Creek Costumes

Mom of 3 Shares Adorable Photo of Kids' DIY Schitt's Creek Costumes

Should You Travel for Thanksgiving in 2020? Here’s What the CDC Says

Should You Travel for Thanksgiving in 2020? Here’s What the CDC Says

21 Funniest Christmas Jokes, According to Kids

21 Funniest Christmas Jokes, According to Kids

11 Teacher Christmas Gift Ideas for 2020 They'll Appreciate Most

11 Teacher Christmas Gift Ideas for 2020 They'll Appreciate Most

These Succulent Christmas Trees Are Our New Holiday Obsession

These Succulent Christmas Trees Are Our New Holiday Obsession

9 Halloween Activities Still Happening Near You in 2020

9 Halloween Activities Still Happening Near You in 2020

Hershey's New Trick-or-Treating Safety Site Is Here to Help Families Understand the COVID-19 Risk in Their Area

Hershey's New Trick-or-Treating Safety Site Is Here to Help Families Understand the COVID-19 Risk in Their Area

Funko Pop Just Released Its 2020 Harry Potter Advent Calendar, and It’s on Sale

Funko Pop Just Released Its 2020 Harry Potter Advent Calendar, and It’s on Sale

How to DIY a Halloween Candy Slider for Trick-or-Treating 2020

How to DIY a Halloween Candy Slider for Trick-or-Treating 2020

How to Explain the Story of Thanksgiving to Kids

How to Explain the Story of Thanksgiving to Kids

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to Go Virtual Due to Ongoing Pandemic

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to Go Virtual Due to Ongoing Pandemic

21 Thanksgiving Jokes to Tell at the Kids' Table This Year

21 Thanksgiving Jokes to Tell at the Kids' Table This Year

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