Spawned Parenting Podcast: Latest Episodes
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Find out the 5 things women can do to live happier, healthier, and up to 14 years longer. Wow.
Whether you're a woman nearing thirty, forty, fifty, or well beyond -- have I got good news for you. Debra Whitman PhD, expert on aging and longevity, AARP Chief Public Policy Officer, and author of The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and...
Gabrielle Blair on the “long game” of parenting: Creating less stress and more fun
Parenting is messy business, and yet there are some people on the internet who make it look easy -- or at least really fun. Because they actually are having fun. One of those people is arguably Gabrielle Blair, who you may know as Design Mom. If you don't know her...
Personal coaches and career crossroads: Tips for figuring out “what’s next” from award-winning Journalist Katherine Goldstein
A lot of moms in my life are hitting a new chapter right now, asking themselves, "What's next for me? Should I stick with this career? Do I really have entrepreneurship in me? Should I write a book? And who am I after my kids leave the home?" If you're among them,...
More coolness from recent weeks…
22 of the best Taylor Swift gifts for your special Swiftie | Holiday Gift Guide
We couldn't put together a gift guide this year without including the best Taylor Swift gifts for Taylor fans, right? Whether or not you're a Swiftie yourself, you probably know someone who is--like my niece who was at the rainiest rain show that ever rain showed,...
Get cozy and save big with holiday deals at Gap and Gap Factory
The holidays are coming fast, and it’s the perfect time to refresh everyone’s wardrobes with cozy, colorful pieces that bring out seasonal spirit. Gap and Gap Factory have rolled out exciting discounts and deals to help us snag quality staples for the whole...
18 of our favorite hygge gifts for everyone who needs more comfort and coziness right now
Hygge gifts may be a new holiday gift category for a lot of us who don't have families from Denmark, but it's something we could all use more of these days. While we can't shop our way to inner peace right now, we have found a few holiday gifts to help us chill from...
Guitar Center: Holiday deals for the musicians on your list
With the holidays coming up, finding that perfect gift for the music lovers in your life doesn’t have to be a struggle. Guitar Center has an incredible selection of musical instruments, equipment, and accessories—plus holiday deals that make it easy to get something...
How to make Barnes & Noble a fun, affordable day out with the family. Here’s what’s happening there now plus some great deals
We should never forget how magical it feels to step inside a real bookstore. As parents know, Barnes & Noble is more than a bookstore, it really is a family-friendly destination full of cozy spaces, family events and author readings, a lively kids’ section, a...
Target Shopping Hacks: Deals & Tricks Every Mom Needs to Know
For so many of us, Target is more than just a store—it's our go-to for everything from groceries and kids' clothes to home goods and holiday finds. So if Target is your home away from home for life's essentials, why not make the most of every visit? With a bit of...
Find out the 5 things women can do to live happier, healthier, and up to 14 years longer. Wow.
Whether you're a woman nearing thirty, forty, fifty, or well beyond -- have I got good news for you. Debra Whitman PhD, expert on aging and longevity, AARP Chief Public Policy Officer, and author of The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and...
Sports moms: The Mozy is a literal game-changer if you hate being cold.
If you've ever spent a day freezing your butt off on a cold stadium bench while your kid's soccer game goes into OT, or shivering in an ice hockey rink clutching a lukewarm travel mug of coffee, you are going to love our newest partner, Mozy. Mozy is a game-changing...
Gabrielle Blair on the “long game” of parenting: Creating less stress and more fun
Parenting is messy business, and yet there are some people on the internet who make it look easy -- or at least really fun. Because they actually are having fun. One of those people is arguably Gabrielle Blair, who you may know as Design Mom. If you don't know her...
11 cool teen Halloween craft ideas that don’t suck.
Halloween is coming, and while we love sharing Halloween craft ideas for our preschoolers and little ones, our teens and older kids want to get in on the fun too. So with my own Halloween-loving older kids in mind, I searched around for some cool Halloween craft...
Personal coaches and career crossroads: Tips for figuring out “what’s next” from award-winning Journalist Katherine Goldstein
A lot of moms in my life are hitting a new chapter right now, asking themselves, "What's next for me? Should I stick with this career? Do I really have entrepreneurship in me? Should I write a book? And who am I after my kids leave the home?" If you're among them,...
Mindful Meditation for a Busy Lifestyle: Quick Tips for Success from Nebula
This is a sponsored post created by Nebula. Life is moving fast in today's world. It can be difficult to find time for self-care. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to practice mindful meditation. It reduces stress, improves focus, and restores inner...
Affordable Self-Care and Wellness Tips for Busy Moms: Save Big on Health Essentials
Taking care of yourself and your family can sometimes feel like a balancing act. Luckily, there are high-quality, affordable wellness products out there that make it a bit easier. From skincare to wellness essentials, here’s a lineup of great picks that offer value...
Modern luxury gifts for less: Where the insiders shop for stunning home and fashion essentials at great prices. (Plus get an exclusive discount!)
If you're a fan of discovering luxury quality goods without the outrageous prices, there's one destination you must know about: Italic. They're the insider's secret destination for beautiful, high-end home and fashion essentials minus the sticker shock. And we're so...
Everyday Essentials: Find Savings at 8 Stores You Already Love
Prices are up everywhere, and between family, home, and daily expenses, saving on essentials is more important than ever. Here’s the good news: with a little planning, you can find amazing deals at the stores you already love. We’ve gathered some top current deals to...
Find the Best Amazon Prime Day Deals! As in, None of the Crap. (Updating Through Wednesday Oct 8)
For adults, Amazon’s Prime Day Deals are like Black Friday...in October! And without the turkey hangover. But with tens of thousands of deals, we know Prime Day can feel like rummaging through a garage sale. So we’ve done the hard part for you by seeking out the very...
These 6 basic tech tips can keep your family prepared for hurricanes and other emergency situations
With so many people devastated by Hurricane Helene this week, and predictions for an "above average hurricane season" to come, we wanted to share some helpful information from a dear friend and cool mom, Hispana Global founder, Jeanette Kaplun. Her family has been...
Our favorite steals from Anthropologie’s 50% off sale ending today. Including holiday gift ideas under $10!
Today is a fantastic day to score big deals at Anthropologie, thanks to a pop-up 50% off sale that ends tonight. Here, a few terrific 50%-off steals that are worth checking out. Keep in mind these are all sale items reduced by an additional 50%ending tonight, but if...
10 best budgeting apps according to Apple Editors. Here’s how to keep more of your own money
We've been on the lookout for good budgeting apps, since so many of our readers are looking for ways to save money, budget better, or just be more mindful about how we spend and what we spend on. So we reached out to the editors at Apple to see their favorites, and we...
Flash Deal: Badass Mom Spa Kit under $25 — or 43% off today. Stock up for the holidays!
Today our team spotted this huge deal on a great gift for a favorite mom in your life: The popular Badass Mom Spa kit from Wax & Wit is only $24.95 if you grab the offer soon. That's less than it costs to buy just one of these items at department stores, but...
We put together 20 of the best gifts for 4-year-olds this year. Here are some favorites that they’ll LOVE.
If you're looking for the best gifts for 4-year-olds with the holidays coming up, have we got you covered! Look no further than our Ultimate Kids Birthday Gift Guide, offering hundreds of the best birthday and holiday gifts this year all sorted by age -- including 20...