Carpooling just got way easier, thanks to the Figure8 carpooling app
Managing my kids activities — and the time it takes me to get them there — is one of the more complicated parts of parenting for me. Carpooling is the solution that not only saves my sanity, but also helps out the environment. We have been impressed by...
BEAM Authentic lets you broadcast your cause, right on your jacket.
Now more than ever, making our voices heard has become a priority for many of us. So when we saw this new, tiny piece of tech called BEAM Authentic, we were immediately intrigued. BEAM is a wearable screen, slightly larger than a poker chip, that displays any message...
Is MoviePass good for families? We tried it! | Damn you, Facebook Ads series
Editor’s note: Please scroll to the very bottom for some important updates on our Movie Pass experience. When I first heard about MoviePass on Facebook, I thought it sounded a little too good to be true. All the movies you could possibly see, for just $9 each...
4 must-download medical apps for families during cold and flu season
Cold and flu season is on us, and wow, this is a bear. We’ve seen you stressing out on Facebook and Instagram, and we’re right there with you. To help, we’ve found some medical apps for families that might bring a little peace of mind. These apps can...
4 helpful meal planning apps for families that really work.
One of my biggest new year’s resolutions is to stay organized, and getting my meals planned is key. Because the hardest part of cooking for me — other than the kids pulling on my shirt or asking me to help them put together their 1,487-piece LEGO set right...
Recharge with these 5 fantastic self-care apps in 2018
It’s not always easy for us parents to find time to focus on our mental and spiritual health, but it’s critical to being good parents for our kids. So, set aside the guilt about “me time” and download these free self-care apps now....
15 ways Alexa can make your life easier and cooler this holiday season
At my house, we use our Amazon Echo every single day. I ask Alexa to place orders, find the proper cooking temperature of pork, or play my favorite playlist, just to name a few. So with the holidays here, I thought it would be fun to share 15 ways Alexa can make your...
Hot coffee? Yes please! The Ember smart coffee mug is every parent’s dream.
This year, I’ve become a full-on coffee addict. Welcome to life with four kids. Or, any kids…right? But between cooking breakfasts and getting lunch boxes into backpacks and driving the kids to school (no bus for us, bummer), it’s rare to actually...
Portable North Pole app is back with new, better-than-ever features. It’s magical.
The Portable North Pole app and website is hands-down our favorite way for kids to get a chance to talk with Santa. And this year, it’s back with new features that make it better than ever. For kids who are clever, curious (and maybe a little doubtful) the...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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