Do we need to be more mindful when hosting other children, or sending our children to a friend to play? Our readers respond. I had this great idea for a post: let’s give parents and their children the tools to be the best hosts and guests on play dates. But then I realized I might…
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Pristine Kosher Is Back with to Help You with Sukkos Prep
Making Yom Tov has never been easier! Read how Pristine Kosher is going to make your Yom Tov so much smoother. When we told you all about Pristine Kosher and their amazing Pesach kashering service, many of you were so happy to have the help. This Sukkos season, Pristine Kosher is back again, with an…
Nut-Free Granola aka The Best Kids Back-to-School Granola
It takes only minutes to prepare, but will come to the rescue for so many healthy (yet fun) snacks or meals. When I was a teenager, the only thing teens baked were cakes and cookies. Today’s teens seem to be getting comfortable in the kitchen by preparing trendier foods. Think: Açaí bowls, energy balls, salads,…
Are You Overwhelmed? 3 Myths Busted
Here’s how to get those overwhelmed feelings out of your head—or keep them there, if you like. Ever feel like you can’t accomplish anything because you have way too much to do? I’m here to bust some myths about overwhelm, so you can learn what it really is and how to combat it. Overwhelm is…
Set Your Child Up For Success in the New School Year
Do you have a child who gets apprehensive about new starts and new teachers? These pointers will make the transition so much easier. You are taking in the last few weeks of summer, watching your children enjoy its freedom— freedom to wake when they please, to play for endless hours— and you can’t help but…
Top School Shoes for Every Budget
Looking for school shoes that are on budget? There’s lots to choose from! Some like to spend on a quality shoe that will last for the whole season. Some prefer to spend less…especially when a child is growing and they’ll need to be replaced mid-year anyway! (If you do want the shoe to last…just make…
9×13 Life: Kid’s Favorite Chicken, Rice, and Potatoes
Shiffy said, “It’s nothing, it’s not a recipe,” and we said, “That’s exactly what we want!” Note from BCP: You are already familiar with Shiffy’s recipes here on BCP, including some epic ones, like The Most Delicious Cauliflower Soup, Dairy Apple Caramel Galette, and more gourmet items like this Eggplant and Pistachio Appetizer. If you…
First Look: Our H&M Fall Picks for Kids
Yes, you can get gorgeous European-looking clothing for kids while spending less at H&M. There are good things out there, they just need to be found! Each season, we look and look and pull out the best items to help save you time and money. For AW23, there’s especially beautiful picks that you’ll love to…
Oh No, I’m Not Ready to Send My ADHD Kid Back to School!
You can do this! Opening my inbox this morning made my heart sink. The first two emails were the school supply list for this year and the cheerful “welcome to – grade” letter from the new teacher. Ugh! There I was blissfully enjoying lazy summer days, later wake-up, no homework, kids coming home from camp…
It’s Here! The Evergreen Yom Tov Planner Featuring Between Carpools. Free Download!
Preview new recipes and download the planner now! Or, pick up your copy at Evergreen Stores in Monsey or Lakewood If you don’t want to hear all about this planner and you just want to get right to seeing it for yourself, then download here now (note: this downloads won’t work when using our app…