The kids are in school, and we can finally clear our heads a bit to prepare for Yom Tov. First on the list? The best challah of the year. Even if you’re not the type to prep ahead, Rosh Hashanah isn’t so far away. If we can get that challah and a couple of desserts…
Could You Use Some Extra Teaspoons and Tablespoons?
Save those baby formula scoops for a handy tablespoon. We know that you wouldn’t mind having extra teaspoons or tablespoons around. For those of you who go through lots of baby formula, it might be helpful to know that the formula scoops of the popular Similac brand formulas contain just over 1 tablespoon…about 3 ½…
How to Shorten Those Long Backpack Straps
Your child chose the perfect backpack for back to school, but the straps are hanging down to her knees! There’s no excitement like a new backpack for a brand new school year. Choosing just the right one is a thrill when you’re in elementary school. Load up all those school supplies, put it on the…
An Amazing Shabbos Dip Without Mayo! Try This Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
Want a new super quick, no mayo dip to add to your rotation? This sun-dried tomato dip uses freezer and pantry staples so you can make it any time. Sun-dried tomatoes pack a lot of flavor into a small bite, so this dip (or spread) goes a long way. Don’t just serve it with challah…
Moving? Packing Bulky Things Like Linens? These Are the Bags You Need.
Suitcases and moving boxes are really not practical for bulky, soft things that are lightweight, yet take up tons of space. Moving totes are the answer. So how do you pack all those bed linens, pillows, blankets, comforters, and towels when moving? These totes are even good for your folded clothing too! And, yes, they’ll…
The Hook: Our Favorite Way to Never Forget The Baby in the Car
If you don’t want to drive with one shoe in the back seat, this might be the solution for you. After we published this post about forgetting a baby in the car, we received lots of feedback and tips from readers. But one reader recommended a really simple solution that we thought we’d share with…
Two To-Go Breakfasts We Love
We’re finally going places again! If you or anyone in your household leaves the house really early, it can be hard to send them off with a wholesome meal or snack. These ideas make it easy. There’s no need to turn to junk! These healthy and filling breakfasts are easy to prep and can be…
The 6 Products Only a Big Sister Will Tell You About
These tried and true feminine products might be everyone else’s secret. But we’re sharing them with you. There have been many times that BCP has been lovingly referred to as “the big sister in your pocket.” Well, if that’s the case, we have some more big sisterly advice. The kinda stuff only a big sister…
Company’s Coming! We Have Some Summer Garden Party Inspo.
When you go for a rustic look for an outdoor party, the props are inexpensive and the final look is so perfect and natural. Here’s how this recent summer garden party breakfast, held outdoors, was pulled together. For the florals, I just picked up five bundles of different types of inexpensive flowers from a local…
3 Ways to Diffuse (or Avoid) an Argument
Some people love an argument. They find joy in having those debates and “discussions.” Others have a short fuse or just end up arguing with you when you really never intended. Do you find yourself in these situations occasionally? Don’t like how you get pulled into these kinds of argument? Here are three quick tips…
