Whether you’re a newlywed or have been lighting candles for decades, you’ll find something inspiring and enlightening in this Shabbos Candlelighting guide. Adapted from the Eishes Chayil candlelighting Treasury, Artscroll Mesorah Publications The bracha, impact, and merits of lighting the Shabbos candles Why we light Preparing the candles When to light? Number of Candles What…
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Are You Responsible for Your Husband’s Ruchnius?
The answer? Absolutely not. But then what are we supposed to do if he’s not fulfilling his part? There are 2 voices in a frum woman’s brain. One says, “you’re not his mashgiach.” And then there’s the shriller, louder, more authoritative one. The one that says, “He is not fulfilling his tafkid! This is not…
Should You Use a Deep Fryer? (And Which Type?)
Well, it all depends on how often and what quantity you want to fry. You can’t go wrong with these top two picks. Sure, we might not fry often. We pull it out when we want to make our favorite Mike’s Chicken (it’s just not the same in a pot. You can, though, bake them…
Make a Prize Ball Using Saran Wrap
This ball is great fun for parties! Plus, you can prep ahead and it’s ready to toss around once Chanukah arrives. Your kids and guests will love! This one is a no brainer. It’ll keep the kids delighted and busy. While this might seem similar to the “pass the present” concept, we like it even…
Boxed, Beautiful, and Ready to Gift. Find the Perfect Thing at Aura Home.
There’s so much exciting things to share from Aura Home! From beautifully curated gift boxes to the ONCE annually bedding sale (Motzei Shabbos and Sunday only!), and fresh new faux florals. Let’s hear all about it! First, we’re admiring these beauties. These gift boxes have been so carefully thought out. Did you ever go to…
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Mousse Cups
It’s decadent, rich, and delicious. These Peanut Butter Mousse Cups are a special occasion dessert that you can prepare in advance and simply pull out of the freezer when it’s time to indulge. This is the type of dessert that my whole family looks forward to. It is also the type of patchka that I…
Three Tips to Tame Your Toddler’s Tantrums
In the moment, you’re not quite sure what to do when deal with a child’s tantrum. Remember these three steps. You’ve spent the last three hours wrangling your kids into bed, and just as you’re nearing the finish line, your toddler throws himself onto the floor, wailing because he wanted to take his socks off….
Chanukah Gift Guide 2024: Home, Him, Her
From gifts for the whole family, to great items for the home, special items for her, and nice picks for him. Head over here for our gift picks for Kids, Teens, and Tweens. See past gift guides for more ideas:2023 Chanukah Gift Guide2022 Chanukah Gift GuidePersonalized Gifts to Order Now Chanukah Entertaining & Food Gifts…
Chanukah Gift Guide 2024 – Kids, Teens, and Tweens
From toddlers to teens, there’s so much fun they’ll have with these gift picks! For more ideas, see our past Gift Guides:2023 Chanukah Gift Guide for Kids & Teens2022 Chanukah Gift Guide for Kids & Teens KIDS Lil Teddy$98Enter a world of imagination, whimsy, and plush, velvety warmth! Each Lil Teddy blanket is enchanting and…
3 Ways to Connect to Your Teen
There’s so much potential in developing the relationship between you and your almost-adults. These are three easy ways that work wonders. Teens and preteens have always gotten a bad rap. Everybody knows that teenagers are their own separate creation. These days, however, many parents are finding it harder to relate to their teenagers than ever…
