Spawned Parenting Podcast: Latest Episodes
The latest from Spawned, our award-winning parenting podcast
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…
One Cool Thing: An allergy-friendly chocolate bunny
While we were putting together our Guide to Easter Gifts for Teens + Tweens, we came across this awesome Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Bunny from a longtime favorite of ours, No Whey! Foods. It's a long list of gift ideas, so I wanted to be sure it didn't get buried in...
Easter Baskets for Teens and Tweens: Look no further than these 28 amazing ideas!
It can be hard putting together cool Easter baskets for teens and tweens. While our youngest kids may be content with a stuffed rabbit and a basket full of candy-filled plastic eggs, I'm excited to treat my three kids with some cool Easter gifts for teens that they'll...
27 smart, trending finds that make mom life easier
Ever buy something that actually makes your day easier, asking yourself - why didn’t I have this sooner? No gimmicks, no clutter—just smart, useful, and well-loved finds that help with self-care, home life, and everyday routines. Whether you're upgrading your beauty...
21 fabulous, famous women coloring pages celebrating some of our favorite American women
One of the great ways to get our kids excited to learn about anything at all is through crafts and coloring pages. So for National Women's History Month this year, we searched the web to find some of the very best printable coloring pages featuring groundbreaking...
This quick tip can make your donations go further for your favorite causes
Over the past few years, I've committed to my favorite charities and causes by changing my donations from end-of-year or once-in-a-while to an automated recurring monthly contribution. I've learned that it's a really solid, easy way to help organizations and...
10 simple ways to find more time in a busy day. No magic required.
We would probably all love an extra hour in the day. Or two. Or six. Especially with the busy holiday season upon us right now. But since we're not magicians and we don't own a time machine (yet), the only way we'll be able to find extra time is if we take a good look...
Gifts supporting Ukraine: 11 wonderful ideas with 100% of proceeds giving back to Ukrainian causes
With the chaos of the last week's changes in how the United States will (not) support Ukraine, we decided to revise our post from 2022 and remind our readers that they can still help support those in need. As the war intensifies in Ukraine, so does the worldwide...
12 creative ways to display kids’ artwork, from DIYs to clutter-saving services
One parenting conundrum that seems timeless: the search for creative ways to display kids' artwork. From the preschool doodles and finger paint portraits to the kindergarten collages, to the papier maché sculptures that would look just perfect...where, exactly? I get...
5 ways summer camp can help your kids grow emotionally: From a mom who’s seen it first-hand.
I am what you'd call a camp evangelist, especially after seeing all the ways summer camp has helped my kids grow. And I've had a long time to be able to see that growth -- our youngest is about to finish her ninth (!) year at the same camp, while her stepsister is now...
7 cool, reusable snack containers for kids that beat plastic bags
We've got a gaggle of snackers in our homes, so cool snack containers for kids are an absolute must. They're a far more eco-friendly choice over plastic bags, which as we all know by now, not only saves waste but plenty of money over the long run. Plus, we've found...
Bet you didn’t even know you could recycle some of these things you use every day.
If you're looking for a free recycling program for your Febreze cans, your teen's EOS lip balm containers, your kids' drink pouches, or even your teeth aligners, you're in luck. I just found the ultimate list of brands that have recycling programs for hard-to-recycle...
Revamp your spring decor with these 8 shops you may not have considered
Are you excited about updating your home decor for spring? You're in luck because we have a list of 8 shops that you might not have considered for beautiful, affordable, lovely things. Whenever people think about refreshing their furniture, or home decor, or adding...
How to set up the perfect playroom for kids when you don’t have a lot of space: 8 expert tips
We love the idea of setting up a playroom for kids so that our children have their own space. But not all of us have an entire room to spare for play. Still, that doesn't mean you need to sacrifice half your living room or give up your dining room table. There are so...
7 Unexpectedly awesome Valentine’s Day gifts you’ll both love
Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love—whether that means cozy nights in, fun new adventures, or just finding little ways to make each other smile. A great gift doesn’t have to be over-the-top to be meaningful. It just has to be something you’ll actually enjoy...
7 wonderful children’s books about African-American pioneers your children may not know — yet
It's safe to say that during Black History Month in particular, our children are learning all about our nation's great civil rights leaders, like Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks and Frederick Douglass. But, as you may recall from the film Hidden Figures, it...
Unlock the world with a new language: here’s how to start today
Learning a new language might sound like climbing Everest—exciting, but overwhelming. But picture this: ordering a café au lait in Paris like a local, finally chatting with your abuelita in her native Spanish, or casually streaming your favorite K-drama with no...
10 anti-Valentine’s gifts for people who hate Valentine’s Day (you know who you are!)
Each year, we love putting together Valentine's Day gift ideas, but I admittedly have had a love/hate relationship with Valentine's Day throughout my life. Love the opportunity to tell people in my life I love them, hate the pressure. Love helping my kids spread their...
Tons of creative last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts that won’t seem last minute at all
You’re almost out of time, lover. Good news: We’ve rounded up creative last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts that will remind your honey how much you love them every day. Even if you also have to love them enough to pay a ton for quick shipping or to run out and find a...
New year, new opportunities: Self-improvement ideas that feel doable
The start of a new year is a perfect excuse to refresh yourself. Whether you’ve got big goals or are just looking for small ways to improve your daily routine, this guide is filled with realistic, low-pressure ideas for new year self-improvement. From getting...
Behold! The innovative baby monitor that was named a top 2024 invention by Time Magazine
This is a sponsored message on behalf of the Harbor Baby Monitor When Time Magazine names the new Harbor Baby Monitor to their Best Inventions of 2024 list, you know it's something worth checking out. Especially if you're a new parent or grandparent, or looking for a...
Sweet, easy Valentine’s Day crafts young kids can make their BFFs.
This year we're making sure that friend love doesn't get neglected on Valentine's Day, and so I've rounded up 8 awesome crafts that celebrate your kids' BFFs in the most adorable ways. Because while I can barely tell you the names of my middle school boyfriends (and...