The Holidays

Self-care during the holidays: 5 tips to keep your health on track, mama

"Festive stress" is a real thing—but it doesn't have to take a toll on your health.

The holiday tradition we look forward to every year

My 3-year-old had the best idea, and we just ran with it.

We celebrate Hanukkah *and* Christmas—in our own way

As a new blended family, I realize we make our own traditions up as we go along.

How to turn the Santa ‘lie’ into something good

I gave her magic until she was eight, and I gave her the spirit of giving for the rest of her life.

I am Santa Claus, the elves and Christmas magic

And now I'm tired.

How to find the best sales on Black Friday + Cyber Monday

Motherly's making a list.

Holiday prep: 50 items to sell, donate or toss now

That puzzle with all the missing pieces? Toss.

16 great holiday gifts that will earn you brownie points with new dads

From gear he can enjoy with baby to stuff he'll want to keep just for himself, see our picks.

Amazon now delivers *real* Christmas trees straight to your door 🎄

Plus, wreaths and a Charlie Brown Christmas Tree.

How to make sure your kids get enough sleep during the busy holiday season

1. Put sleep first.

What to wear in holiday photos: 4 coordinating looks for the entire family

If you're not a fan of matching outfits, having coordinated looks can help you achieve the perfect picture.

Why we’re asking for experiences, not toys

We're choosing love and memories over toys. Discover why experiences matter more for families today.

Chip and Jo’s toy kitchen is coming to Target for Christmas! 🎄

It's part of the Hearth & Hand holiday collection.

Target is hiring 120,000 seasonal employees for the holidays 🎄

More than any other retailer.

20 best holiday gifts for kids–under $20

Sometimes the smallest items are the most memorable.

13 last-minute holiday gifts you can buy right now and have by Christmas

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Find grace in the chaos of Christmas, mama

The one thing that’s up to you is to find the grace hiding in the corners of the day.

Last-minute shoppers: Amazon’s offering free same-day shipping for the holidays

Amazon to the rescue... again.

I want to raise my kids to love giving as much as receiving

I feel it is my duty as a mother to raise grateful, compassionate and generous kids.

We took Christmas morning and reserved it just for us

Road trips and plane rides around the holidays were all our kids knew.