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Hacks for Surviving the Holidays with Kids

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Listen, I LOVE the holidays. LOVE them. It’s my job to make everything merry and bright around here, but can I be honest—it’s not always so holly jolly around these parts. So to make the most of the holiday season without losing your sanity,  the kids and I are sharing some of our favorite holiday hacks over on TLC.

We started with making a holiday countdown calendar to spread out the holiday cheer throughout the month. Each day, the kids open a new surprise activity, like making memory ornaments or having an indoor campout around the Christmas tree.

This was a really fun video to make–so come check it out!

Thanksgiving Kids Table Hacks

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This Thanksgiving, the kids table is the place to be! With games, surprises, and a Thanksgiving tree, you’ll want to move your chair over to join in on the fun. Check out my latest video for TLCme. The kids and I had a blast shooting this video with our crew at our home and we hope you love it as much as we do!

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The One Hack You’ll Need to Keep Your Kids Artwork Organized

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It happens every year. Your little artist comes home with tons of papers and drawing and your house is quickly taken over with artwork from your kiddos. But this year is different because you have my favorite back to school hack, and believe me, you are going to LOVE this one. It’s so simple and easy to use all school year. Check out my latest from TLC

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The Best Tailgate Hacks!

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It’s football season!  Starting off the night early with a tailgate add even more fun to the night. Before heading down to the game, here are some tailgate hacks to make the most of your night out.

  • If you don’t have a cooler, don’t fret. You can turn a case of beer into an instant cooler with this hack. Start by emptying out the case of beer and line it with two large shopping bags or kitchen sized garbage bags. Then put the drinks back in and top off with lots of ice.
  • If you are packing a cooler full of drinks, label the top so that everyone can easily find their drinks without having to fish through ice. So put beer on one side and soda on the other and put a label on the lid of the cooler.
  • You’ll never have to worry about losing your car with this hack. Tie a large helium balloon on an extra-long string to your car. So even if you feel like your car is lost in the crowd, you and your friends will easily be able to spot your vehicle.

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Podcasts Perfect for Your Road Trip

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If you’ve got a road trip planned, then you need to download a few podcasts that will make your time on the road fly by. From true crime, interviews with celebrities, and fascinating stories, here are podcasts you’ll want to listen to on your next road trip.

The Dropout – The story of Elizabeth Holmes and her company Theranos is an unbelievable but real-life tale of greed, lies, and ambition that went very, very wrong. You may have heard about Holmes or Theranos in the news, but this in-depth podcast gives you all the details on Holmes’ life before and after the fall of Theranos. This podcast is one you won’t be able to stop listening to during your vacation.

Over My Dead Body – From the people who brought you Dirty John and Doctor Death, it’s no surprise their newest podcast is a must listen. This true crime thriller tells the story of a couple whose marriage falls apart and one of them winds up dead. The story has so many twists and turns you won’t see coming.

How I Built This – Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite companies got their start? Are you fascinated by tales of people who have an idea and find a way to turn it into a reality? Then this is the podcast for you. Guy Raz, of NPR, interviews the creators of companies like Panera, Spanx, and Away Luggage for an honest look into the up and downs they have faced in their lives and careers. From very personal stories and a look at what is next for these entrepreneurs, How I Built This is perfect for binging.

My Favorite Murder – The perfect mixture of true crime and humor-yes that’s actually a thing– My Favorite Murder has quickly become one off the most popular podcasts in the world. Hosts Georgia and Karen talk about all things true crime and their own lives in a way that fans love and keep them listening every week. Get ready to laugh, get ready for lots of sarcasm and snark, and of course, be shocked the way only true crime stories can shock.

 

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Tips to Get Your Car More Organized

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If you are looking around at your car and thinking “I have got to get organized,” well, we’ve got some tips for you. From managing your kids’ stuff to tackling you console and even your trunk space, here are simple organization ideas to get your car organized and to keep it organized.

  • Keep your trunk space organized but not cluttered but purchasing a few collapsible bins in different sizes. This way you can load up everything from groceries, supplies for a quick trip, or things you keep in the car all the time, and they won’t roll around in your trunk. When you’re not using them, just fold them and stack them in your car. Velcro is also a great way to get the bins to stay put.
  • Keep trash from piling up in your car by purchasing a plastic cereal dispenser from the dollar store and turn it into a trash can. Fill the container with a few plastic bags and store it in the car-the car door is a great place.
  • If your console is getting out of control, grab a few zippered pencil pouches. You can organize everything that needs to stay in the car, change, and all of your other essentials, then just zip the bags and place them back into the console.
  • For your kids, fill up a shower caddy with their books, games, papers, crayons pencils, and snacks. Before they leave the car, remind them to put everything bag into the shower caddy to keep everything neat and tidy.

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The Best Gear for Traveling with Toddlers

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Traveling with toddlers means you will need to pack more than a few outfit changes. So before you plan your next road trip with your toddler in tow, here are a few items you’ll want to have on hand. From their luggage to their stroller and even items to help them sleep better, check out gear that are a must-have if you have toddlers.

  • Make long walks through the airport easy and fun with this luggage seat. Give your toddler a ride with the Think King SitAlong Toddler Luggage Seat by pushing them on your carry-on luggage. The seat attaches to your rolling suitcase and folds up to fit in the overhead bin on the plane. Airports with young kids can be stressful, but this seat makes life a little easier for everyone.
  • Stay hands-free at the beach or pool with this creative cover-up. Sholdit Convertible Sarong multitasks, just like you. Not only is it the perfect cover-up, but it also has a pocket to hold all the essentials- phone, room key, and cash. Bonus– it can also transform in a beach bag. Now you can keep up with your toddler, snap a few pictures on your phone, and tote everything you’ll need for some fun in the sun.
  • Forget big and bulky strollers when you travel and get this awesome travel stroller. The Pockit Plus is the world’s most compact stroller, measuring just 12 x 7 x 14 inches when folded flat. It’s small but strong and is perfect for vacay with your babe. We love that the Pockit Plus reclines, so even if your little one needs a nap, you can keep moving.

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Here’s How to Pack Your Car for a Drive-In Movie

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There really is nothing like sitting under the stars, enjoying lots of yummy treats, and watching a great movie with your family.  If you have a local drive-in movie theater, it is a perfect weekend activity. So if you are a drive in novice or an expert, here are a few tips to make your drive in move night a success.

  • Here are things you’ll need to consider:
  • Be sure to pack comfy chairs that you can easily fold at the end of the night.
  • Don’t forget blankets, it can get chilly at night.
  • You can also pile up blankets and pillows in the back of your van or SUV to make a perfect viewing bed for your family.
  • Don’t forget the bug spray! It can get buggy at night

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