Bust Your Clutter Hotspots Entry Hall Dump It’s clutter ground zero: raincoats, purses, backpacks, and gym bags. What It May Mean: Your family is distracted and eager to move on to the next activity when they get home. So they simply drop things as they walk in the door. Quick Foyer Fixes Think[…]
When’s the last time you changed out your smoke alarms, extension cords, and pillows? See if any of these household items are risking your safety or health. Sponges It doesn’t take long for sponges to become a hotbed of bacteria. They can spread germs to your hands and then to your food. Or if[…]
Psychologists offer three tips for coping with the loss of holiday traditions. When I (Rebecca) was 10 years old, my grandparents visited me at sleepaway camp. They brought a picnic lunch, and as we sat on the grass enjoying the carefully curated selection of my favorite foods, I made a confession. “I[…]
What to Make During COVID-19: Recipes and tips to transform simple foods The COVID-19 outbreak has led many people to stock up on pantry staples, freezer-friendly foods, and shelf-stable vegetables. Plenty of individuals are having to cook for the first time or using new ingredients and are likely feeling overwhelmed, while also searching for[…]
Little ways to spruce up your home, without leaving your house or buying anything. As most of us are spending as much time as possible at home right now, all of the time inside may suddenly be inspiring you to redecorate. There’s nothing like spending 15 straight hours in your living room to make[…]
Consider these the smallest of silver linings. Many Americans have spent almost a month in self-isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic, and while it’s vitally important to keep our distance right now, it’s certainly been challenging for many. For self-isolating families in particular, this has been a loooong few weeks. So we asked[…]
Being stuck at home isn’t ideal, but here are ways to make dealing with self-isolation from COVID-19 just a little bit more fun for the whole family. Family activities to help you avoid coronavirus cabin fever. It’s not fun being cooped up because of self-isolation and social distancing, but with a little bit[…]
We accumulate a lot of things in the course of our lives. Some of it we need, some of it we don’t. Collecting objects and loving things is natural—children do it from an early age. Babies and toddlers use blankets and stuffed animals for security, and as we get older, collecting toys gives way to[…]
Plants that boost your mood, keep dust away, and help you breathe easier? It’s true. See which ones offer the most physical and mental benefits. Allergy Relief Researchers found that rooms with plants have less dust and mold than rooms without any foliage. Leaves and other parts of the plants act as natural filters[…]
Sponges, pillows, toothbrushes: They’re items you touch every day, but how often do you think about replacing them? Find out what you need to toss, now. Sponges It doesn’t take long for sponges to become a hotbed of bacteria. They can spread germs to your hands and then to your food. Or if you[…]