Five Chanukah gifts that offer fun for the whole family…without breaking the bank Not all Chanukah gifts need to be expensive. Some of the best ones don’t even have to cost a dime! Give Time The gift of time can sometimes be more valuable than a physical gift. A promise to babysit for a…
Oh Greek Yogurt: How Do I Love Thee? Let me count the ways.
My formula for a perfect Greek yogurt-based meal Pile on the fruit, a drizzle of sweetener, and add a handful of crunch (choose one of each!), and you’ve got yourself a perfect breakfast. Packed with protein, vitamins, and flavor, greek yogurt is the perfect start to any day. Here are some of my favorite combos:…
What to Wear for Your Fall (& Winter!) Runs
Don’t know how to suit up for running as the weather gets colder? Here’s your guide to running gear. This is the best time of year to be a runner. It’s not too hot, not too cold—it’s Goldilocks perfect. And there are no seasonal allergies like the ones that keep me indoors in the spring….
Stuck Indoors? The Best Boys’ Activity for a Rainy Day
Today may be the day you’re finally spared from “Mom, I’m Bored!”. This is the best boys’ activity. Blue tape + your matchbox car collection + a child engineer = a whole city of fun! If you loved this… you will love our Shrinky Dinks post? Remember those?
Traveling with Young Children? 14 Secrets for A Blissful Flight
It’s not easy to entertain children on a long flight. Here’s how to make it work without the angst. Because my husband’s whole family lives in Israel, we’ve amassed quite a few frequent flier miles with our children in tow. We’ve flown with just one baby, then one toddler, then a toddler and a baby…
FREE DOWNLOAD: The No-Fuss Real-Life Guide to Yom Tov: What to Cook if You Don’t Like to Cook!
Esti shares her personal real-life Yom Tov menu + 6 essential prep tips! So I downloaded Renee’s yom tov menu and drooled. And then I sighed and turned to my computer to make my menu. Because mine is more of the last-minute, nobody-will-go-hungry, basic-but-satisfying type of menu. I don’t enjoy cooking. I’d much prefer to…
How to Finally Organize All Those Books
The system that worked for my family’s ever-growing collection. We own a lot of books. A LOT of books. And the collection just keeps growing. Every member of this family spends hours per week lost in the written word. We started a little tradition of taking the kids to the local Judaica store on every…
6 Secrets of a Coffee Snob
Love coffee? Now love it even more. I’m not a coffee addict. I don’t need coffee. I don’t drink it at the same time every day. I don’t even have one every day. But when I do have coffee, I can only have good coffee. And by good coffee, I mean Nespresso. I’m a coffee…
Family Photos: What to Wear + 6 Style Tips to Make it Great
How to choose your family’s outfits and what to wear for the photos you’ll cherish forever. You’ve scheduled an appointment with your favorite photographer to finally get that family portrait you’ve been seeing in your mind’s eye every time you walk past your couch. Now comes the big question—what will everyone wear for the best…
Your ‘Must-Have’ Pool Bag Essentials Checklist
Make sure these pool essentials to keep you and the kids comfortable and hydrated are in that bag! What’s better than having a pool in your backyard? Having a pool in your sister’s backyard! But that requires packing up for every pool trip (about 4 times a week for us). So what’s on my bring…
