Reinventing PB&J;


Updated 04/02/12 11:40 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 9 comments

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Options For Kids

Happy National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! When it comes to edible classics, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a staple in most children's diets. Though the flavors vary, parents usually lather the nut paste on one slice of bread, spread a sweet fruit jam on another, and then slice the sandwich in half for their kiddo to take to school. We asked chef Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious Read more

Organize Your Life: 10 Tips For Making School Mornings Run Smoothly


Updated 01/26/12 8:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Organizing School Mornings

From the moment the alarm goes off each morning (if you're lucky enough to wake up to an alarm rather than an early riser!), the rush is on! Getting everyone washed, dressed, fed, and packed can seem like a sprint as you race against the clock to make it to school on time. Add to that some school permission forms that must be signed, a note for the teacher, and that sinking suspicion that there's Read more

Decorating With Vintage Globes


Updated 10/11/11 6:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Decorating With Vintage Globes

You may be too cool for school, but that's no excuse for avoiding decorating with great vintage school supplies. You can't go wrong with globes, and there are many ways to add them to your home. Whether in a large grouping or a single accent piece, there are plenty of corners where this cool educational prop would give your home a bit of old-school style. Photo by Martyn Thompson Read more

Vision Quest: The Facts About Kids' Eyes


Updated 09/23/11 5:40 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Facts About Kids Vision

If the eyes are the window to the soul, then it's important to keep those windows in the best possible condition. Kids who aren't seeing clearly often have academic and behavioral issues that can impact their school experience, leaving tots, teachers, and parents frustrated and confused. Luckily, most vision problems are easily rectified with regular vision screenings and eye care. Are you up to Read more

10 Picture-Perfect Potluck Dishes


Updated 09/27/11 11:59 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Fall Potluck Dishes

With book clubs reuniting and back-to-school nights on the way, potluck season is in full bloom. My perfect recipe for a potluck dish? One that's fairly easy to make, simple to transport, packed full of flavor everyone will enjoy, with little to no cleanup necessary! Instead of scrambling to figure out what you should create before the big night, take a tip from these 10 picture-perfect dishes Read more

4 Ways to Make Your Master's Education Worth Its Money


Updated 03/16/12 4:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Job After Graduate School

Going back to school is looking more attractive with a growing number of employers requiring a master's degree. Apparently, an undergraduate degree just isn't enough these days. But it's dangerous to assume that an advanced degree is a guaranteed ticket to cushy jobs. Not so much. The tale of the Starbucks barista with a JD is unfortunately all too common. If you decide to take the plunge and Read more

Stay Safe on Campus With These 5 Things


Updated 04/04/12 8:08 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 1 comment

How College Students Can Stay Safe

Now that you're well into Fall semester, you're also well aware of the lighter and darker components of campus life. There are plenty of strangers you can trust but some folks are unfortunately, unworthy. Going out of your way to protect your valuables and yourself might seem a little paranoid, but can you really afford to expose you and your most prized possessions to potential danger? If Mom is Read more

Fitting It In: Real Life Advice on Finding Time to Exercise at College


Updated 09/19/11 11:33 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Make Time to Exercise While at College

By now, most new college students have had a few weeks to adjust to life on campus, but that doesn't mean they aren't wishing there were more than 24 hours in the day. Between newfound friends, hectic class schedules, and constant studying, it can be hard to remember to make fitness a priority — or just find the time to exercise! To help us all with the logistic of finding time for fitness, Read more

Sweet Dreams Are Made of These: Tips to Avoid Nap Time Meltdowns in the Classroom


Updated 09/12/11 8:42 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Tips For Preschool Nap Time

Snuggle up! Most children require some daytime ZZZs at least through preschool — even if they fight it with all of their lil might. Here are some tips to help lil ones settle down for a snooze — or at least some quiet time — even in the classroom. Maintain a consistent nap time. If your tot's classroom has scheduled nap time for 1 p.m., stick to the same schedule at home — and that Read more

10 Back-to-School Favorites That Make a Happy Kitchen


Updated 09/09/11 9:52 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy Back-to-School Fall Food

I may love Zen-ing out and enjoying my time over the stove, but there's one thing I can't have happen on a weeknight: a messy kitchen full of dishes staring me down at 10 p.m. I've pulled a few of the delicious and comforting recipes I crave during the week. The best part is that there are only one or two pots or pans that get used in the process. As we're getting back into the swing of things Read more