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Facts About Mother's Day

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:35:40 +0000

Mother’s Day is Sunday. Here are a few facts about the day celebrating the special lady in your life. Mother’s Day actually started in a very sad way. It was created by Anna Jarvis, whose mother, Ann Jarvis passed away on May 9, 1907. There was a small service held on May 12, 1907 at [...]

How to Help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota [AUDIO]

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:40:41 +0000

St. Cloud Police Chief Blair Anderson and Officer Tad Hoeschen spoke with us today about helping kids in our community. Do you know a child who’s in need of some guidance? Do you have a few hours a month to help a child? It’s so easy to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of [...]

Here's Why You Don't Leave Dad Alone With the Baby

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:03:47 +0000

This dad needs a job…badly. But until he gets one, we’ll settle for his creative YouTube videos. In this video — which shows a father Tom Cruising his child a la ‘Mission Impossible’ over a bowl of candy — we learn that mom should never leave children alone with dad. The only thing that can [...]

12 Parents Embarrassing Their Kids on Facebook

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:50:24 +0000

There’s a funny thing about parents and technology. That being a majority of moms and dads are pretty techÂ unsavvy without the help of us internet-obsessed younger folk. And while parental struggles can be frustrating at times, their attempts to get in the techy loop are mostly just hilarious. This is particularly true with Facebook. Many [...]

Jessica Alba Wishes Moms Would Stop Judging Other Moms

Jade — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:18 +0000

Even though I am not a mom, it's safe to say parenting is not an easy task! Jessica Alba, who has two kids herself (4-year-old Honor Marie and 19-month-old Haven Garner), is asking moms to stop judgeing each other.

iPotty Lets Pottytraining Toddlers Use the Bathroom Like Grownups

Stephanie McMaster — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:05:24 +0000

Pottytraining can be frustrating, not to mention time consuming, cutting into precious minutes a toddler could be spending watching Dora the Explorer, but not anymore! Meet the iPotty, a training toilet with a built-in holder for an iPad so your toddler can use the restroom just like a grownup -- while playing Angry Birds and watching Netflix.

Adele Discusses Motherhood Backstage at 2013 Golden Globes

Jessica Sager — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:04:21 +0000

Adele isn't just the proud new owner of a statuette to add to her hefty mantle, but she's also a proud mama. The 'Skyfall' songstress chatted with Us Weekly about her bundle of joy backstage at the 2013 Golden Globes ceremony, and it's pretty clear she couldn't be more thrilled with motherhood. As if you needed another reason to love her!

10 Parents Playing Epic Pranks on Their Kids

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 18:31:09 +0000

2012 was a fantastic year for pranks. Remember that awesomely sassy 'Psh' joke or the adorable Mistletoe setup? We'll say it til we're blue in the face-- we love pranks! They just make life a tad bit more interesting. Now that 2013 has rolled around, we think there's no better way to welcome the year than by bringing you a whole new set of hilarious shenanigans.

How to Help Your Kids Deal With Tragedy

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:37:40 +0000

Parent or not, it's impossible to not be saddened by what happened in Connecticut on Friday. As your children go to school today, they may have questions or fears about returning to school. If you aren't sure what to say, here are what some parenting experts and child psychologists are suggesting to help your kids through this.

How to Decorate With Food

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:29:39 +0000

Food isn’t just for eating. It’s for decorating, too. Here are a few fun ways to incorporate food into your holiday decorations. Did you know that cranberries don’t come in a gooey canned substance? It’s true! The bright little berries make a cool eye catching centerpiece that’s festive and seasonal. Take a candle (the LED [...]

Best Engagement EVER [VIDEO]

Chad Taylor — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:04:47 +0000

This by far is the BEST engaement video I've ever seen. This guy put in so much work to make this unique, special, and something she will NEVER forget. He makes us all want to step UP our game when it comes to the WOMEN in our life.

Is Technology Killing Relationships?

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:29:38 +0000

Technology can be great and really come in handy in emergencies, but is technology killing relationships? I am throwing a party and mailed out old fashioned invitations. I invited 30 people and nine are coming. I included my phone number so guests could pick up the phone and call to RSVP but apparently if we [...]

The Worst Halloween Candy

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 13:43:38 +0000

Remember when you were a kid and you'd get home from trick or treating and dump out all of your candy on the floor so your parents could "check" it and then you'd immediately go for your favorites and leave all the 'yucky' candy alone, however this is not about the least popular candy. This is about the least healthy, most dentally dangerous sweets for Halloween.

How to Detect a Liar

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:25:45 +0000

Getty Images If there’s one thing I don’t like, it’s being lied to and I know I’m not alone. Sometimes it’s difficult to tell when you’re being lied to, but here are some key words and phrases that will give them away. “I left at 6!” That’s nice. Where did you go afterward? If they [...]

Babysitting Goes Horribly Wrong in Hilarious Prank

Donald Deane — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 19:39:21 +0000

Although raising children is a full-time job, parents still need to blow off a little steam every now and then. But what happens when a parent indulges in several questionable adult activities while a baby is strapped to his chest? Hilarity, that’s what. Prankster Tom Mabe rides a motorcycle, drinks beer in a bar, plays [...]

Kids Eat Free in the St. Cloud Area – Best Restaurant Deals

Tim Lyon — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:56:55 +0000

Taking the family out for dinner can be expensive. But several area restaurants are making things a little easier on your wallet by offering free or greatly reduced-priced meals for the kids on selected nights. Here’s a list of the deals we found at area restaurants as of September 15th, 2012. Don’t see your favorite [...]

Volleyball Star Kerri Walsh Jennings Was Pregnant at the Olympics

Jade — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:47 +0000

They say things come in threes. That hold true for Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings!

How to Help Your Kids Make Friends at School

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:26:17 +0000

The school year is still pretty new, but some kids have a tough time making friends. Here are a few ways you can help them out. My mother always told me that the only way to have friends is to be one. That means don’t whine, don’t hit and share your toys. If they’re young, [...]

School Bus Safety Tips [VIDEO]

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:08:23 +0000

The kids are back in school today and that means you’re going to be encountering the big yellow bus on your drive in or your drive home. Here are some tips to keep you and your kids safe this school year. For more than 23 million kids across the country their school day begins and [...]

Things the Principal May Not Tell You

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:34:55 +0000

As we gear up for a new school year, here are a few things that the principal likely won’t tell you. Reader’s Digest asked both current and former principals in six states common questions they get from parents, so here’s what they said about what they wish parents knew. When you say, “My kid would [...]