You can still relinquish trying to control things in your marriage without dropping the balls. You’re carrying so much.The kids, appointments, supper, Shabbos, homework, registering for school, playgroup and camp, calling the plumber, paying the dentist bill, dealing with the car inspection… And he… just lives his life. Maybe he’s not a bad guy. He’s…
Family Life
Watercolor Painting Without the Mess
Do you know that cup of colored water that inevitably gets knocked over whenever your kids are painting? This hack solves that. You can handle a little paint. Especially watercolor paints, which can’t spill, as they’re not liquid until your child dips their brush into a cup of water. And especially washable watercolor paints! The…
Crafts That Save the Day
The kids need an activity. It’s time to bring out the crafts! Here are some of our favorite crafts for kids! All of these projects are self-contained–there’s no other supplies needed. One kit and your activity for the afternoon is set! We continually update this post to include the tried-and-true crafts that our own children…
How to Make a Pom Pom Bookmark
All you need is some yarn and scissors to make this fun, cozy bookmark craft. As moms, we love this project. There’s not a lot to buy. It’s creative and fun. The results are really cute. And it encourages good reading habits at the same time. Super bonus: This project doesn’t take up space once…
Shana Rishona: The Three Essentials
You’re building a foundation over the next few years–these three areas are the core of it. Dearest Newlywed, Shana rishona isn’t a year. It’s a foundation. I heard from Rabbi Tatz that shana rishona is the first ten years — and honestly, that framing changes everything. There’s no rush to “get it right,” but there…
What to BeDazzle Now
Bring out the rhinestones for a fun, glittery afternoon. Here are some great ideas of items that your girls will enjoy adding a glimmery touch. While we might not understand what makes certain trends come and go, what moms do like are new ideas for projects and activities that keep kids entertained and busy. There’s…
Turning Shabbos Tension into Connection
You work so hard to make Shabbos, but no one feels calm. Rather, you go into Shabbos with a tense feeling. How do you turn things around? You picture a warm Shabbos table – candles glowing, zemiros and divrei Torah filling the room, everyone laughing and talking together. Instead, it sometimes feels more like a…
Going Skiing? Here’s the Complete What-to-Wear Checklist
If you don’t have the right clothing, your day on the slopes will be a bust. Stay warm and safe with this complete skiing list. Updated for 2026 When it comes to other cold-weather sports, there’s tons and tons of special clothing and gear that’s needed just to get going. Hockey gear practically needs its…
THE Power of Panic
As a parent, you can be much more effective when you don’t panic. The kids were playing quietly – 10 yr old Meira and her new friend Rachel – so Naomi wasn’t sure whether she should interrupt them to offer snacks. “Oh, why not?” she wondered to herself, “they’re probably hungry by now.” And with…
Our Ultimate Chanukah Game Roundup
Here it is – the complete list of all our favorite, festive games for Chanukah party fun. Is your Chanukah party coming up? No party is complete without a game or two – and not necessarily a rocking game of dreidel. We’ve been sharing some great options over the years and now we have them…
