Amy Wruble
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California, United States
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11 Hilarious Ways to Prank Your Kids on April Fools' Day
They've turned you into a sweatpants-wearing chauffeur, referee, maid, and short order cook. Clearly, your kids have it coming this April Fools' Day! → Read More
5 Pet Beds That Won't Clash With Your Home Decor
Our pets bring us joy, fun, comfort and love, but much like our kids, they're not known for improving our home decor. Our furry friends have been known to shed on the couch (who let the dog on the couch?) and occasionally scratch an armchair or two. Plus, their gear is sometimes an eyesore. Sure, Fluffy needs a cozy → Read More
How We Celebrated My Daughter's 5th Birthday During Quarantine
Evite just contacted everyone in my daughter's preschool class to remind them about her 5th birthday party. Oops. Looks like amid all the homeschooling, → Read More
25 Jokes For Kids That Will Make You LOL, Too
These jokes for kids are easy to remember, bursting with puns, and totally G-rated. → Read More
The Easiest Ways Ever to Brighten a Rainy Day for Kids
I'm about to share a mom-secret so personal that I've never even told my husband or kids: I have secret toys stashed in the garage for rainy days! Though I may not be able to find a flashlight or a first aid kit, I'm always prepared with something fun to play with when the weather's bad. Because there's nothing worse → Read More
How to Inspire Your Daughter With a Super Hero-Themed Room
Nothing against princesses and unicorns, but I was thrilled when my daughters discovered the DC Super Hero Girls. These teen versions of the Super Heroes we all know and love are amazing role models. They fight against injustice, protect their friends and work together to solve any problem. Naturally, I was excited → Read More
11 Best Books for Toddlers (& Tips for Reading To Your Littles)
These 11 best books for toddlers are not only highly engaging and fun to read, but they will also help your toddler better understand himself and his world. → Read More
11 Best Books for Toddlers (& Tips for Reading To Your Littles)
These 11 best books for toddlers are not only highly engaging and fun to read, but they will also help your toddler better understand himself and his world. → Read More
12 All-Time Best Board Games for Kids
Kick boredom to the curb with these ultra-entertaining board games for kids. → Read More
A Guide to Stress-Free Family Vacation Planning
Whether you're headed to the beach, the city or the theme park, there are so many choices for accommodations, all with their own pros and cons. Here's what to look for when family vacation planning. → Read More
TV for Preschoolers: 11 TV Shows I Never Feel Guilty About
It pays to be picky with TV for preschoolers.When it's TV time in my house, I direct my kids towards shows that are educational, good-hearted, positive and, as a bonus, not too painful to have on in the background while I'm making dinner. → Read More
Tips for Taking Kids Skiing for the First Time
I have one real deal skier (older kid) and one snow enthusiast (younger kid) which is a start, right? Here's what I learned about taking kids skiing for the first time → Read More
11 Obnoxious Things Your 1-Year-Old Will Definitely Do While Flying
#9. Scream for no reason, making you wish you were at the DMV, on jury duty, in jail -- anywhere but flying with your 1-year-old. → Read More
Hate Dieting? "Intuitive Eating" is Your New Year's Resolution
I live in Los Angeles where almost every mom I know is on a diet. And not just any diet, either--a trendy diet! Keto, paleo, Whole 30 and especially intermittent fasting (ultra trendy) are the hot topics at every play date and girls' night out. Even when we try to talk about books and politics, we end up making pacts → Read More
The Clutch Marriage Advice I Got From Michelle Obama
I idolize the former First Lady, not only for her many accomplishments and but also for the admirable way she has raised her daughters. Here is Michelle Obama's marriage advice from her Becoming book tour. → Read More
6 Things I Never Would Have Done with My First Baby (But I Do All the Time with Kid #2)
#1. Bed-Sharing: I thought I knew tired. I didn't. Tired is being up all night with a newborn baby and then chasing an energetic preschooler all day. → Read More
Low-Effort Ways to Play With Your Kids When You're Running on Empty
Because Pinterest crafts, scratch baking and science experiments are not happening today. → Read More
Breastfeeding Advice I Wish I'd Gotten Before I Started
Here's the breastfeeding advice I wish I'd been told at the beginning of my journey. If you're pregnant and planning to nurse, these are tried and true tips from one mama to another: → Read More
Halloween Kids' Movies to Stream Right Now
Here are 14 Halloween kids' movies available to stream right now, or whenever you need a break. To help you choose, we've organized them from youngest to oldest viewers. Happy Hallo-screening! → Read More
How To Deal When A Stomach Virus Hits On Vacation
We all got a stomach virus while sharing a hotel room, an experience that made vaginal birth seem like a day at the spa. → Read More