Mama can never go wrong with pancakes! Kids love them, and they're quick and easy to make — so why not prepare a very special pancake breakfast for Christmas morning? From Santa, snowmen, and reindeer to peppermint-flavored pancakes, we've rounded up nine festive Christmas pancakes kids will love. They're all so fun and creative, Mama might love them even more than the kiddos — if that's Read more

Ah, the fine art of gift-card giving! When Mama simply doesn't have the time or a clue as to what to get a special someone on her list, gift cards are our go-to gift of choice. Everyone could use one! Sure, lots of people frown upon the idea of gift-card giving, but we think it's totally acceptable — if presented in a fun and festive holder! Click through for five creative gift-card holders Read more

Still looking for an elegant dinner to ring in this Dec. 25? Look no further; we've put together a Christmas party plan that's stunningly simple — yet its festive flavors will leave everyone incredibly impressed. Our favorite item? The chocolate beet cake at the end of the meal. It's a delicious surprise that'll create a wonderful talking point around the dinner menu. For more Christmas fodder, Read more

Don't miss the Christmas morning magic! San Francisco shutterbug Lauri Levenfeld teaches moms how to capture interesting images of their tots and holidays are the perfect time to put her tips to use. "The images you capture are bound to create lasting and special memories, even if you have to find a little humor in some of the recordings," she said. "The best way to capture all the wonderful Read more

Gathering the kids around the table for a holiday meal should be a easy, not a chore. Adding fun, kid-friendly dishes to the meal is a surefire way to ensure that they'll be running for their seats come dinnertime. This Christmas, why not shake up the menu a bit to include some festive side dishes — they're sure to bring out the kid in everyone at the table! Read more

Need a few more treats up your sleeve to make this Christmas memorable? No need to start from scratch. From last-minute decor ideas and party goodies to gift tags and wrapping paper, we've rounded up 10 free Christmas printables mama's sure to love! Get your printer fired up for these festive freebies. Read more

Baby, it's cold outside! During these chilly Winter months, 'tis the season to snuggle up with the kiddos and watch a movie. From timeless classic to new animated features, check out this selection of 10 Christmas movies the entire family is sure to enjoy! Read more

If you're looking for a last minute gift to give to a loved one, why not go for something homemade and delicious? Many of these are quick and easy recipes that will impress all of your friends and family. We've got 48 tasty ideas from our 12 Days of Edible Gifts series. Check out our gifts from years past and get excited for what's to come next year. Read more

It's December 19, and there's officially less than a week until Christmas — so if you aren't on top of your yuletide merrymaking, it's high time you got into the spirit! As much as we love from-scratch baking and candy-making, we can't help but look forward to some of the season's best food and drink offerings, too. Here are 10 treats that make us want to kick off the holiday caroling. Read more

Let's get this party started! The holidays are always fun, but don't you think they're more fun now that you have kids? Shinning lights look a little brighter through the eyes of a child, and mama's gonna do everything she can to make her tot's eyes sparkle just a little bit brighter this season. Dessert tables are all the rage for parties these days, so why not set up one in your home for your Read more