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Ultimately, the foundation for a loving home IS a husband and wife. If we are happy, united as a team, and communicate with each other, our children will only benefit from that.

So, I racked my brain for some out-of-the-box Valentine’s Day date night ideas that don’t require a babysitter and some budget-friendly ideas if you do have a babysitter!

Practical. That would be a word to describe my husband and me and our gift-giving to each other. Neither one of us splurges or goes all out for a Christmas, birthday, or Valentine’s gift. We get what we need all year, so we sometimes don’t exchange more than a card! If you are like me, or even if you aren’t, and go big, here is a practical gift that gives all year long!

My husband and I recently enjoyed a three-day getaway to an all-inclusive resort in Jamaica, alone. Since neither of us had traveled to an all-inclusive resort, we decided to take a trip in February and enjoy a few days of sun, alone time, and tasty food.

During the Christmas season, I decided to shower my husband with “25 Days of I Love You” to make him feel extra special.

Green Bay Area Mom wants to send a shout-out to all the Green Bay Area dads (and like dads) that support us.

So what do you do with grandparents, friends, or other family members who mean well but might step on your tender, new parent toes? Here are some tips for setting boundaries with family members after having a new baby.

National Stepfamily Day is celebrated each year on September 16. If you are in a blended family, Happy National Stepfamily Day to you and yours!

I am an imperfect stepmom! I think all stepmoms are imperfect, just as are parents, but there seems to be more of an eye on stepparents because someone else’s children are our responsibility at times.