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By Lynn Fosbender of Rooted, by Pollen - Chicago   Including Houseplants in a Nursery When a new little one is joining the family, creating a cozy nursery is one of the exciting tasks to welcome the new arrival. The crib, the changing table, the rocking chair...and the plants! Houseplants enhance emotional wellbeing (not only the kiddo’s, but let’s remember…

The months are getting longer and colder, meaning the outdoors becomes a bit of a bother. Keep reading for a list of festive activities you and your kids can do together. Spend some quality time and celebrate the magic of the holidays, from educational to entertainment, there is so much to do! photos from Good Housekeeping Needle and a Thread!…

The holiday season is right around the corner, and it’s time to splurge on your mom! Here are some gift ideas that every mother deserves! Whether it’s giving her some self-care and spending quality time together, each gift is something special to celebrate the one you love! Support Black Owned Businesses by giving her some self-care!  Etsy is the place…

All Things Halloween!     Halloween Activities to do with the Family   Go to the pumpkin patch!   This is such a must during Halloween season. Give the kids a chance to pick out their very own pumpkins! Whether this be a small one for themselves or a big one to carve, pumpkin picking is such an enjoyable activity…

Activities to keep kids busy inside during quarantine   While quarantine has been difficult and uneventful for most, it has been especially difficult for parents and their young children. As the weeks have passed and we continue to practice social distancing, I guarantee you aren’t the only one running out of ideas to keep your kids occupied. Here are some…

This Mother's Day, as many continue to stay at home, celebrating might be a little different, and a little harder for some. Here are 30 of our top ideas for the best Mother’s Day gift to still show your love and appreciation for your momma whether you’re staying at home together, or miles apart. In these troubling times, hopping on…

Valentine's day is an amazing opportunity to instill fun family traditions with your kids, and make sure they know how special they are to you! It's also a great way to teach your kids how to treat others for the future, and how to love themselves as well! Here are some creative ways we've thought of, that can always be…

Parenthood is one of the most life-changing experiences a person can endure.  Indeed, reproduction is deeply woven into our basic human DNA, as it ensures our species survives and thrives. However, there are many important factors to consider before becoming a parent. Deciding to be a parent is a huge decision; hence, you must take several things into account to…

You’ve read all the pregnancy books, packed your hospital bags, invested in postpartum shapewear that makes you feel like a more confident mom, painted the nursery, and even kitted it out with all the essentials. From oversize toys to rocking chairs and bassinets, your baby nursery seemingly has it all. But unless it has a humidifier, the nursery isn’t fully…

Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Down Syndrome Awareness Month is a chance to spread awareness, advocacy and promote inclusion throughout your community. In honor of DSAM, we honor Wynter Kaori Fong and her mother Elena Fong! Elena Fong is a Bay Area based Down syndrome advocate and mother to two beautiful children—Wynter and Nova. In the following interview, Elena gives…