Wendy Helfenbaum
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10 Best Waterproof Winter Boots for Kids
Having fun while stomping through the snow is a terrific way for children to stay active in the fresh cold air. But dressing properly is…
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10 Best Winter Mittens for Toddlers (That Will Actually Stay On)
Tiny mittens are adorable, aren’t they? But finding ones that fit properly and actually stay on can be a frustrating task. Isn’t it funny how…
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8 Best Beach Wagons and Carts for 2023
What’s more relaxing than a day of sand and surf? The sea breeze, the warm sun, and best of all… the unimaginable amount of family…
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10 Best Ski and Snowsuits for Kids 2021
Baby, it’s cold outside! If you’re planning a family ski vacation or just want to get out in the snow and do some sledding during…
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Tilt-A-Hurl: 7 Surprising Ways to Combat Motion Sickness on Rides
Want to enjoy the day rather than heave over a trash bin? Yeah, us too. Check out these surprising tactics for handling motion sickness on…
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9 Best Maternity Swim Cover Ups for 2021
Whether you’re on a babymoon for one last kid-free jaunt before you become a mom, or you’re waddling after little ones at an all-inclusive resort,…
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9 Best Multi-Pocket Travel Jackets
No matter what kind of family vacation you’re heading out on, you’ll need a multi-pocket travel jacket to corral the long list of must-have essentials…
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10 Best Books for Expecting and New Parents 2021
If you’re anticipating the arrival of your first baby, or your newborn is already here and you’re starting to dream about that first family vacation…
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Beyond the Diaper Bag: 9 Best Daypacks for Traveling Families
Chances are, your family vacation will include at least one day of adventure—think hiking, cycling, kayaking, or horseback riding. That means your carry-on just won’t…
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10 Best Travel Jeans for Women
Quick—name the most versatile piece of clothing in your wardrobe. For many moms, jeans are a must-pack item since they can be dressed down with…
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Blisters, Be Gone: 11 Best Hiking Shoes for Kids
Nothing beats a heart-pumping hike through a gorgeous national park, alongside a busy boardwalk or around a lake. If you want to prevent hours of…
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Splish Splash! 10 Best Rain Boots for Kids
Wet feet are the quickest path to a mid-day meltdown. That’s why it’s important to find the best rain boots for kids—ones that keep tiny…
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10 Momcations We're Dreaming About Right Now
Self-isolation. What we’re all living through right now is about as far from self-preservation as you can get. When you’re a busy mom working from…
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10 Cruise Excursions You Didn’t Know You Can Take
One of the best reasons to take a cruise vacation with the family is the chance to explore multiple destinations during your trip. Every island…
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What to Pack for a Winter Vacation in Europe: 6 Essentials for Families
Taking the family on a bucket-list trip to Europe this winter? If you want to be sure you save your energy for sightseeing, sampling delicious…
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7 Best Walkie Talkies for Cruises 2020
Traveling on a cruise with your extended family or a group of friends is a fantastic way to make new memories and explore exciting destinations…
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10 Best Haunted History Tours for Families
Looking for a great way to weave in some history lessons while also giving your kids some frightful fun? Take your brood on an…
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10 Best Lightweight Jackets for Women
From dashing between airport gates to hustling the family on a cruise ship excursion or hiking in the mountains, moms need lightweight, packable jackets that…
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The Best Staycation Idea Ever
While you’re stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, why not create the ultimate vacation experience right in your own backyard?! We’ve compiled the…
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9 Best All Inclusive Resorts With Waterslides
Staying at an all-inclusive resort offers many advantages, and when a property also features an onsite water park with waterslides, it’s time to book a…
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10 Best Travel-Inspired Books For Young Kids
The best screen-free activity of all time, books–especially ones about travel–offer a great way to teach kids about a new destination or culture, either before,…
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Ride the Waves: 10 Best Places for Kids to Learn How to Surf
Want to bring your active, water-loving family to the next level? Take surfing lessons together! Group classes and surf camps are a great way to…
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10 Beach-Themed Books to Pack for Your Summer Vacation
Sun, sand and surf—the three must-have ingredients for an awesome vacation. Whether you’re ready to download or pack up some books for your next family…
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Flip It and Reverse It: 10 Clothing Items That Do Double-Duty on Vacation
Want to save big bucks on baggage fees? Make everything you jam into your suitcase work twice as hard! Clothing and gear that does double-duty…
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11 Hacks for Hiding Your Valuables on Vacation
When planning family vacations, we spend so much time booking airline tickets, making hotel reservations, researching fun excursions, and corralling our kids’ stuff. Yet we…
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