I Tried Smitten Kitchen’s Short Rib Onion Soup and It’s the Rich Weekend Meal You Need to Try
"This recipe is a treat to make and to enjoy, and one I'll absolutely be making again when I crave deep, brazen comfort."
Mar 31, 2022
8 Ways You Can Help Overwhelmed New Parents
Toys and pajamas are lovely, but what new parents really need is practical help.
Mar 31, 2022
10 Bunk Beds with Storage To Help Make the Most of Your Kid’s Space
We’ll never say no to extra storage.
Mar 30, 2022
Before & After: This Beige Dining Room Got Completely Transformed with a Painted Ceiling
The designer-homeowner used a pop of color in an unexpected place.
Mar 30, 2022
Before & After: This HGTV Renovation Features a Relocated Kitchen and a Brilliant Use of Shiplap
Be sure to check out the new bathroom, too!
Mar 29, 2022
8 Brands of Pre-Cooked Beans Chefs Love
Plus, several suggestions on how to dress them up!
Mar 29, 2022
10 Wooden Swing Sets That’ll Turn Your Backyard Into The Ultimate Play Zone
Because who doesn’t love a good swing set?
Mar 29, 2022
Before & After: A 1950s Bathroom Becomes a Warm, Modern Oasis for $4,000
The new shower curtain adds the perfect amount of color and whimsy to tie the whole space together.
Mar 28, 2022
What I’ve Learned Trying to Feed My Selective Eater, Including the Pro Tip That Helped So Much
Convincing her to “eat like us” wasn’t working, so I had to try a different approach.
Mar 28, 2022
Here’s One Quick Way to Soften Butter
No more melted mess in the microwave.
Mar 28, 2022
Ask Maxwell: Could You Ask if Other Parents Out There Could Share Some of Their Tips Here Too?
Hey, Maxwell, I’d love to hear from some other parents about small victories they’ve had and helpful tips at home they’ve figured out. Would you ever do that? HannaDear Hanna,I THINK THAT’S A GREAT IDEA, and, as someone who gets to go on and on and on sometimes, I’d love to throw open the door and see what some of you might have to share that could help us all out.
Mar 28, 2022
This Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup Is A Comfort Food Essential
I almost always have some frozen and ready to go when I'm craving a spicy, comforting bowl of soup.
Mar 27, 2022
7 Tangible Ways to Talk to Your Kids About Grief and Loss
How to explain the concepts of death and dying in a way that won’t scare your kids.
Mar 27, 2022
8 Spring Cleaning Tasks Kids Can Actually Help Out With
Spring cleaning is hard enough without also having to scoot kids out of the way! Here, some little chores they can do with you (without creating a bigger mess).
Mar 26, 2022
I Swore I’d Never Get an Instant Pot—Here’s My Honest Opinion, After Using One for 2 Weeks
"This baby is so sleek! It looks like a sexy spaceship."
Mar 26, 2022
I’m a Former Chef and a Mom of 2 — Here’s What I Got from Trader Joe’s to Feed My Family
I spent $160 and made a week’s worth of meals.
Mar 25, 2022
This Chicken Dinner is Impressive and So Simple — You Need It in Your Line-Up
I've been making it for dinner parties for years.
Mar 25, 2022
We Tried 5 Stainless Steel Cleaning Methods and the Winner is Affordable and Ridiculously Effective
Can Bon Ami or dish soap do the trick? Let's find out.
Mar 25, 2022
12 Designers Share Their Best Styling Tips
Styling can feel like a daunting task, especially if you're a beginner. The good news is that if you're feeling stumped by a corner of your home, you're in luck.
Mar 24, 2022
Sweet and Salty Potato Chip Krispy Treats Will Be A Slumber Party Hit for Kids
It's a salty spin on a childhood favorite.
Mar 23, 2022
A Copycat Olive Garden Soup Recipe That Delivers the Same Comforting Flavors
Pass those garlic breadsticks.
Mar 23, 2022
A $15 Fix to My Biggest Organizing Problem
A clever solution for all of that wasted space in your medicine cabinet.
Mar 22, 2022
One Great Decluttering Tip I Learned From My Friend Who’s Always Moving
She said something so simple yet so wise that it will always stick with me.
Mar 22, 2022
21 Little Tricks for Keeping Your Kitchen Clean
It's not all that hard. Promise.
Mar 21, 2022
Ask Maxwell: What About Old Fashioned Board Games with Kids?
I know you’ve suggested things for kids to do indoors, but what about board games? Is that too old fashioned?IsabelDear Isabel,I love your question and it brought up something I hadn’t thought about in years, which is that I remember my brother and I getting so excited when our dad played chess and Othello with us – so much so, in fact – that I did the same with my daughter on many week nights before bed and it was a lovely moment of the day.
Mar 21, 2022
These 5 IKEA Organizers Made Me Love My Kitchen Renovation Even More
We did an IKEA kitchen renovation, and these 5 pieces made all the difference.
Mar 21, 2022
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Is there anything an air fryer can't do?
Mar 21, 2022
The 9 Best Playgrounds in the Midwest
From accessible sensory gardens to actual dragon-and-castle themed spots, these are the most fun picks for littles to play.
Mar 21, 2022
The Nutritious Trader Joe’s-Inspired Treat I Make My Kids Every Week
If I hadn’t known that I was eating beans, I’d have thought that it was chocolate pudding.
Mar 21, 2022
Before & After: A Rental Bathroom Goes from Bland to Brilliant with a Huge Cost-Saving Hack
Let’s talk about the power of liquid starch.
Mar 20, 2022
Homemade Pad Thai That’s Better Than Takeout
An easy, authentic, adaptable recipe the whole family will love.
Mar 20, 2022
Feeling Under the Weather While Traveling? Pack These 9 Items.
All the stuff you never want to be without when you're away from home and feeling ill.
Mar 19, 2022
I Tried the “Crispiest Potatoes on Instagram” Recipe and I Was Not Disappointed
"The recipe adds a few more steps than I’m used to when making roasted potatoes, but it’s straightforward, and the results are worth it."
Mar 18, 2022
12 Movies and Shows Featuring Strong Women and Girls of Color
These stars lead with empathy, boldness, and a whole lot of fun for littles.
Mar 18, 2022
We Tried 4 Famous Pound Cake Recipes and the Winner is Rich, Moist Perfection
I honestly can't think of a single way to improve this recipe.
Mar 18, 2022
Before & After: A Smart $152 Refresh Turns This Wardrobe into a Custom-Looking Piece
The secret to this DIY project was just a little bit of raffia cloth.
Mar 17, 2022
The Very Important Reason Why You Should Leave Your Washing Machine Door Open — Even if You’re Not Using It
Appliances like washing machines are particularly sensitive to mold growth.
Mar 16, 2022
Before and After: An IKEA Home Office Transformation That Saved the Homeowner $10,000
Thanks to an IKEA hack that saved a handy homeowner up to $10,000 on construction costs!
Mar 16, 2022
These Quick Sheet Pan Pancakes Will Save Your Mornings
A big batch of pancakes in half the time — what else could you want?
Mar 15, 2022
13 Things You Should Never Do with Your Dishwasher
Don't be so fast to automatically run the drying cycle!
Mar 15, 2022
Ask Maxwell: How Do I Set Boundaries around My Child’s iPhone?
My daughter is twelve and just got her first smartphone, which is causing havoc. She’s got tons of apps going, doing weird things with her friends, and it feels like too much for her age. How can I easily, kindly, and firmly control this? MichelleDear Michelle,This is a huge question and has many different answers, depending on what sorts of behaviors you are seeing and which ones you want to curtail, but I GET IT.
Mar 14, 2022
How This South Asian Mother, Picture Book Author, and Activist Incorporates Her Culture in Her Home
From the importance to cultural legacies to the celebrations that make life so vibrant, Raakhee Mirchandani shares her experience as a mother.
Mar 14, 2022
I Tried This Restaurant-Style Caesar Salad — Here’s My Honest Review.
It's packed with interesting twists.
Mar 14, 2022
Maw Maw’s Reddit-Approved Biscuit Recipe
There's no flour measurement!
Mar 14, 2022
The Unexpected Freezer Find I Always Keep on Hand for My Family
Mini burgers, makeshift pie topping, and more versatile uses for this grocery item!
Mar 14, 2022
6 Amazing DIYers Share Their Favorite Home Projects
These clever projects were the best of the year for these talented DIYers.
Mar 13, 2022