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5 Ways to Get Kids to Read More
We’re sharing exclusive tips from some of the top young adult authors – Dav Pilkey of Dog Man and Captain Underpants; Jeff Kinney of Diary of Wimpy Kid; and Michael Northrop, author of 16 books including the NYTimes DC bestseller Dear Justice League!
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Halloween Movies to Watch
Halloween is almost here, and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites for little ones, big kids & adults.
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Meet María Felicia Kelley, Author & Mom Behind The North County Moms!
This #boymom of three shares her experience parenting a child with Down syndrome, launching a book series and more!
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Banana Bread Slow Cooker Oatmeal!
Meals like this hearty Banana Bread Oatmeal will get your family fed and out the door, quickly!
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Apple Cider Margarita!
If you’re mourning the end of summer marg season, you’ll love this tasty transitional cocktail!
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Meet Mom and Bōn Broth Bar owner- Ali Hanson
When did you start Ali Made Food and what made you decide to launch that business? AliMadeFood began as an Instagram account in 2017 sharing recipes and tips I learned from healing myself with food. Healing my gut with bone broth, fermented foods, and nutrient-dense...
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Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from The BakerMama!
We love a good mom hack, and these Halloween Cinnamon Rolls from The BakerMama definitely will be our go-to this spooky season.
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2022 Pumpkin Patch Guide
Check out local Pumpkin Patches in our 2022 Tulsa Pumpkin Patch Guide.
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How to Help Kids from Toddler to Teens Get Over Back to School Blues
Make the start of this school year smoother, with these tips!
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Meet a Mom: Lynn Margherio, founder of Cradles to Crayons!
This Mom is helping kids get the essentials they need to thrive.
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Sourdough Pumpkin bread Recipe!
This sourdough pumpkin bread is full of delicious fall flavors! Pumpkin spice lovers get ready, you don’t want to miss out on this easy recipe!
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Top 5 Lunchbox Tips from Weelicious!
Make school lunches that are guaranteed to be eaten!
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2022 Water Bottle Roundup
With fall routines – and lunchbox packing – around the corner, we rounded up eight great reusable water bottle companies you have to check out.
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Green Coconut Collagen Smoothie Recipe!
Make back-to-school mornings smoother with this smoothie recipe
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Sooner Slush-tea Recipe!
You are going to want to drink this Sooner Slush-tea all summer long!
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Strawberry Ripple Ice Cream Recipe!
If you have making ice cream on your summer bucket list, you’ll want to check this recipe out!
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Mommy and Me Swimsuit Roundup!
Match your littles in these stylish ‘fits!
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4 Reasons to Head to the Farmers Market!
Supporting local Farmers is only one great reason!
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Best Outdoor Toys for Summer!
If you’re looking to upgrade your backyard fun, we have you covered, in our roundup of Best Outdoor Toys of Summer.
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Beach Reads: 10 Titles to Make Your Summer Sizzle!
These fun reads will help you get into summer mode.