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Best Summer Ever

30 free summer activities that the whole family will enjoy

In need of fun things to do with your kids once school's out? Look no further.
family watching a movie on a projector
family watching a movie on a projector

Things we wish we'd known about being a mom of two boys

Welcome to the boy mom club! It's the most magical, wonder— oh my god. Hold on. No, no, no, never ever ever are you to ride the dog like that!
Chocolate mess
Chocolate mess

Why the fireworks? Fun ways to teach kids the history of July 4

It's not just about barbecues. Here's how to teach kids what Independence Day really means.

A sports dad confesses: Don't make same mistakes I did

He has important advice for every sports parent out there.
Soccer father sports chaperone
Soccer father sports chaperone

7 ways to help kids take the fear out of live fireworks

Because no parent wants a July-Fourth freakout.
Father And Son Enjoying Firework Display
Father And Son Enjoying Firework Display

'It is not loud and noisy': Understanding drowning can prevent tragedies

For children ages 1 to 4, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death.

From August to Sunny: 37 creative names for summer babies

These names are perfect for those born in the season of sun, sand, and surf.
Summer baby names!
Summer baby names!

How to ripen an avocado in just minutes

Want guacamole on demand? Follow the five Bs.

Give chicken fingers and fries a healthier, more flavorful makeover

Satisfy those fried-food cravings without, you know, the fried food.
Joel Gamoran's Herby Parmesan Chicken Tenders + Everything Bagel Sweet Potato Fries
Joel Gamoran's Herby Parmesan Chicken Tenders + Everything Bagel Sweet Potato Fries

Katie Lee uses this easy aluminum foil hack for the most tender ribs

Katie Lee makes incredibly tender baby back ribs and sweet and smoky baked beans for the Fourth of July.
Katie Lee's BBQ Ribs + Peach-Bourbon-Bacon Baked Beans
Katie Lee's BBQ Ribs + Peach-Bourbon-Bacon Baked Beans