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Cubby Archive: Mar 2025

12 Birthday Party Ideas for 13-Year-Olds
A few ideas to get the conversation started.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 31, 2025
The $120 IKEA Kids Bed That Looks Way More Expensive Than It Is
You've probably seen it pop up in all sorts of cute, stylish kids' rooms around the internet!
Amanda Etty
Mar 30, 2025
This Simple Step Makes Chicken Dinner a Winner Every Time (And It Only Takes Minutes)
How to make chicken breast better than ever.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 29, 2025
12 Birthday Party Food Ideas Kids Will Actually Eat
All the birthday party food ideas you could want, exclusive of sweets (that’s cake’s job!).
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 29, 2025
The $12 Home Project Staple I Buy Once a Year and Use Every Single Day
I use them for everything from paint cleaning to deep-cleaning our bathrooms.
Timothy Dahl
Mar 29, 2025
We Asked 1,000 Parents To Tell Us What Baby Bathtub to Buy, and 3 Tubs Came Highly Recommended
One is great for infants, one is great for tiny bathrooms, and the other is an all-in-one that’ll grow with your kid.
Cambria Bold
Mar 29, 2025
Our Kids Love This Magnetic Wall Decal — and We Love that It Doesn’t Take up Floor Space
A pop of color and fun, all without opening a paint can!
Tyler Moore
Mar 28, 2025
I Tried the IKEA ANTILOP High Chair Hack, and Now It’s So Much More Stylish and Functional
A few Etsy accessories made all the difference.
Zoe Pickburn
Mar 28, 2025
How to Host a Kid’s Birthday Party on a Budget
After hosting nearly 20 kids’ birthday parties and attending countless more, I’ve learned a thing or two.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 27, 2025
The Expensive Kitchen Remodel Detail I Wish I Could Take Back (Learn from My Mistake!)
I’d never do it again, and you should think twice about it, too.
Stephanie Montes
Mar 26, 2025
The $17 Costco Staple I Buy Once a Year and Use Every Single Day
Every kitchen can use it.
Patty Catalano
Mar 25, 2025
I Tried Whole Foods’ Prepared Family Meals, and Did Not Expect the Result
With five kids and multiple sports activities, sometime you need the dinner help.
Alexandra Frost
Mar 25, 2025
I Just Discovered a Brilliant Technique For Packing Kid Snacks, and It’s Been a Game-Changer
Full onboard with this method.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 24, 2025
The 21 Must-Have Trader Joe’s Grocery Items That Longtime Shoppers Swear By
Take this list with you the next time you go.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 24, 2025
I Finally Found a Jarred Pasta Sauce That Rivals the Fresh Stuff in Italy (Now I Buy It Every Week)
Trust me, I’ve tried more than a few jars.
Rebecca Strong
Mar 24, 2025
The “Perfect” Parmesan Chicken Meatballs I Make for Dinner Every Single Week
It’s all about the creamy spinach sauce.
Jan Valdez
Mar 24, 2025
I Tried Dozens of Cleaners for My Greasy Cabinets, but the “Magical” Solution Was Something I Already Had
You probably already have everything you need!
Alice Knisley Matthias
Mar 24, 2025
20 Great Educational Toys for 3-Year-Olds
Interactive learning toys for reading, math, motor skills, and more.
Jessica Hartshorn
Mar 24, 2025
The Easiest Way to Remove Crayon From the Wall
Little artist, go do your art elsewhere, please!
Meleyna Nomura
Mar 20, 2025
13 Healthy Snack Ideas for Toddlers
They'll love 'em.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 20, 2025
20 Family Dinners Under $20
My family’s most well-loved, whole-table-pleasing dinners — and all under $20 a meal.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 20, 2025
Your Toddler Is Probably Ready for a Pillow — Here Are the Ones We’d Buy
When to buy a toddler pillow and a few we recommend.
Cara Strickland
Mar 19, 2025
It Turns Out You Don’t Need a Quarter for Aldi’s Shopping Carts — Not If You Have This on Hand!
The thing that finally put an end to my “Aldi quarter” stress.
Kristina Vänni
Mar 19, 2025
How to Wash Your Kid’s Backpack (Because, Seriously, It’s Gross)
The bottoms of backpacks are basically like the bottoms of shoes. In other words, gross!
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 19, 2025
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen French Fries — Here’s What They Said
*Add to cart.*
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 19, 2025
15 Family Dinner Ideas Under $15
Meals your kids will (hopefully, probably!) eat.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 19, 2025
I Ditched My Stroller for the Veer Wagon and It Changed My Life
As with most great finds, I only wish I had gotten it sooner.
Jenny Davis
Mar 18, 2025
How to Remove Permanent Marker
Thankfully, permanent marker isn’t as permanent as its name implies.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 17, 2025
The Toy-Safety Tips for Preschoolers Every Parent Should Know
Smart toy-safety tips to keep your child safe — and ease your mind.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 17, 2025
How to Wash Stuffed Animals
The stakes are high, we know. But it is possible.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 17, 2025
How to Get Rid of Those Stains in Your Bath Tub
Whether they’re caused by soap scum or hard water, we’ve got a cleaning solution for you.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 17, 2025
When to Transition to a Toddler Bed
A few factors to consider.
Alicia Betz
Mar 17, 2025
The $8 Laundry Hack That Ensures I’ll Never Lose Another Baby Sock Again
Seriously, where do they go?!
De Elizabeth
Mar 14, 2025
I Never Use Heavy Cream for Pasta Sauce — I Always Swap in This Cheap Ingredient Instead (It’s Probably in Your Pantry!)
You'll never look at canned soup the same way again.
Ria Elciario-McKeown
Mar 14, 2025
9 Stylish Kids’ Bookshelves to Encourage Your Little One’s Love of Reading
Each pick is both functional and cute!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 14, 2025
10 Fun Kids’ Loft Beds for Toddlers, Tweens, and Teens
We don’t know who’s going to love them more, you or your little one!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 14, 2025
8 Kids Loft Beds with Desks for a Functional Sleep Space
Because who doesn't love a good 3-in-1?
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 14, 2025
9 Low Bunk Beds Perfect for Toddlers Making the Transition to Big Kid Beds
These picks all have a bottom bunk low to the ground, for easy climbing in and out of bed.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 14, 2025
I Bought a Ruggable Rug After Seeing Ads All Over Social - Here's My Review
A kid-friendly, washable rug? After six months, I have thoughts.
Alicia Betz
Mar 13, 2025
I Tried Chrissy Teigen’s Famous Banana Bread Recipe, and I’ll Never Make It Another Way
It's the new GOAT.
Alexandra Frost
Mar 13, 2025
Is It Still Safe to Feed My Kids Eggs? We Asked 5 Experts
The latest bird flu news is concerning. Here’s what the experts told us about feeding eggs to our kids.
Alicia Betz
Mar 13, 2025
The 2-Ingredient “Special Treat” I Make For My Kids Every Friday
It’s simple to make but it feels a little decadent.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 13, 2025
9 Stylish Kids’ Trundle Beds for Double the Fun
For extra sleep space or extra storage!
Sarah M. Vazquez
Mar 13, 2025
The $5 Brownie Mix That’s Even Better than Homemade (No, It’s Not Ghirardelli)
Everything I knew about boxed brownies changed overnight.
Lavanya Narayanan
Mar 12, 2025
The Beloved $4 Aldi Grocery I Wish I’d Tried Way Sooner (Now I Eat It Every Single Morning)
It’s always on my list.
Patty Catalano
Mar 12, 2025
My Mom’s 1-Ingredient Upgrade for Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Makes Them “Wowsers!” Delicious
Anybody you serve it to who’s never had it like this is sure to become an instant convert.
Shifrah Combiths
Mar 12, 2025
The 3-Ingredient Instant Pot Chicken Recipe That’s So Easy, My Kid Can Make It
Inspired by Chipotle's honey chicken (my son's favorite).
Meleyna Nomura
Mar 12, 2025
Jennifer Garner’s Favorite Quick Egg Muffin Recipe Is So Great I’m Making It Every Week
I make extra and stick them in the freezer.
Alexandra Frost
Mar 12, 2025