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A cheerful family of three sits inside an SUV during a road trip, holding thermoses and laughing together. The young daughter excitedly points outside, while the fall scenery is visible through the car windows.

Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

How to Budget for a Family Road Trip

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The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Helpful Info | Lifestyle | Travel

Visiting California With The Kids? Keep Your Trip Child Friendly With These Tips

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Home Décor | All Things Home | Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

Eco-Friendly Child-Proofing Tips for the Modern Home

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Parenting | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

Tips for Making Math Learning Fun During School Breaks

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The Homemaker’s Journal | Entertaining | Family | Helpful Info | Lifestyle

How to Score Wedding Invitations Under $1 and Find the Perfect Guest Book for Weddings

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Helpful Info | Parenting | The Homemaker’s Journal

Best desk lamps for college dorms

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Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

Selecting the Ideal Car for Women and Families

Overhead view of warm pancakes topped with fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, surrounded by more fruit and syrup—an inviting setup for a family pancake morning.

Recipes | Breakfast | Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

Family Breakfast Fun: Make Pancakes and Toppings Together

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Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

The Top 5 Safest Small Towns in the United States

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Helpful Info | Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

Planning a Family Trip For The Upcoming Holidays? 10 Safety Tips

5 Habits To Help Avoid Cold and Flu

Healthy Living | Family

5 Habits To Help Avoid Cold and Flu

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All Things Home | Family | Pet-Friendly Living | The Homemaker’s Journal

How To Train Your New Puppy – Top Tips & Socialization

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Christmas | Entertaining | Family | Holidays | Party Ideas | The Homemaker’s Journal

Saran Wrap Ball Game Gift Ideas and Rules

A joyful dog with eyes closed, tongue out, and a wide smile as a human hand pets its head—illustrating the happiness that a tasty, nutritious treat can bring to pets.

Healthy Living | Family | Pet-Friendly Living | The Homemaker’s Journal

Built Bars For Humans & Pets

Two friends sitting in a festive room with holiday lights and balloons in the background, smiling at a laptop. Gift-wrapping materials and a ribboned present are visible, creating a cozy and celebratory atmosphere.

Christmas | Family | Holidays | Party Ideas | The Homemaker’s Journal

How to Organize the Perfect Virtual Holiday Gathering

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Kids Crafts | crafts | Family | Homeschool | Kids | The Homemaker’s Journal

How to Help Your Kids Explore Their Creativity

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The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Helpful Info | Tech | Teen Boys

Exploring Alternative Online Investments

#FordDriveSafe

Family | Kids

Safe Driving Skills for Teens and a Free Downloadable Guide

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Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

5 Must-Have Printables for an Organized Family Vacation

Two young men are posing together in front of a colorful balloon backdrop with metallic streamers. The man on the left is wearing a blue jacket, a white t-shirt, and ripped jeans, while the man on the right is dressed in a dark t-shirt, sunglasses, and dark jeans. They are both making a gesture with their hands, looking confidently at the camera. The background includes a mix of balloons in various colors, creating a lively, festive atmosphere.

Family | Parenting | Tech | The Homemaker’s Journal

How Homemade Videos Benefit Family Interaction and Learning

Preparing kids for the future and teaching them to be financially responsible is so important and the Greenlight App is the perfect tool for doing this.

The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Instagram | Kids | Lifestyle | Parenting | Sons | Teen Boys

More Responsibility and Freedom - It's All Part of Growing Up

Three generations of women – a grandmother, mother, and young girl – share a joyful moment together. The young girl holds a bouquet of yellow flowers, and all three women are smiling warmly, conveying a sense of family and togetherness.

Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

Why It’s Important to Visit Your Elderly Relatives Frequently

A little girl in a pink dress jumping on a trampoline filled with colorful balls, enjoying outdoor playtime.

Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

Best Backyard Trampolines to Keep the Kids Entertained All Summer Long

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The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Parenting

Things to Consider Before Buying a Bouncer for Your Baby

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The Homemaker’s Journal | Christmas | Christmas Crafts and Decor | Christmas Printables | crafts | Family | Holidays | Printables

Magic Reindeer Food - Poem with Free Printables

A young girl with pigtails and yellow headphones sits on a couch, smiling as she looks at a tablet. The image includes digital graphics overlaying the scene, featuring a shield with a keyhole symbol, indicating security, and various data charts and graphs, representing technology and information security. The background shows a cozy, well-lit living room, adding to the comfortable and modern ambiance.

Parenting | Family | Lifestyle | Technology | The Homemaker’s Journal

Creating Strong and Secure Passwords: A Guide for Kids

Why You Need to Talk to Your Kids and How to Talk to them About Underage Drinking and the risks and consequences. Things they need to know and when to start talking to them about this very serious topic.

The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Parenting | Sons | Teen Boys

How To Talk to Your Kids About Underage Drinking and Why You Need To

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Helpful Info | Family | Lifestyle | Technology | The Homemaker’s Journal

Easy Way to Share Big Files for Free

10 Easy Ways to Start Your Path to Financial Independence

Helpful Info | Family | Investing | The Homemaker’s Journal

10 Easy Ways to Start Your Path to Financial Independence

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Holidays | Encouragement | Family | Gift Guides | The Homemaker’s Journal

Send Special Messages with Custom Design Greeting Cards

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Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

Curating Bespoke Holiday Experiences For Family And Friends

Young woman teaching a neurodivergent child with the aid of a laptop and headphones

Parenting | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

What Makes a Successful Life Skills Program for Neurodivergent Students

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Homeschool | Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

Cooking Up Fun: Learning English with Your Kids Through Holiday Recipes

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Helpful Info | Family | The Homemaker’s Journal

12 Essential Safety Tips for an Unforgettable Solar Eclipse Experience

Holiday Gift Guide for Family Game Night. A list of favorite family games for the holidays and everyday. Get the detailed recommendations at www.cupcakesandcrinoline.com

Family | Entertaining | Gift Guides | Holidays | The Homemaker’s Journal

Family Game Night Gift Guide

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Printables | Christmas | Christmas Printables | crafts | Faith | Family | Holidays | The Homemaker’s Journal

Free Printable Advent Calendar with Bible Verses

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Christmas Printables | Christmas | Family | Holidays | The Homemaker’s Journal

Christmas Movie List Printable (2023)

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Reviews | Family | Helpful Info | The Homemaker’s Journal

Best Personal Safety Alarm for Women

How to Clean Cloth Face Masks and Coverings

Cleaning | Family | Homemaking | The Homemaker’s Journal

How to Clean Cloth Face Masks and Coverings

Shower Dorm Caddy for Men, Guys, Boys

Parenting | Beauty | Family | Kids | Sons | The Homemaker’s Journal

Guys Shower Dorm Caddy

College Care Package Ideas for Guys from cupcakesandcrinoline.com

The Homemaker’s Journal | Family | Gift Guides

College Care Package Ideas for Guys

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Helpful Info | Parenting | The Homemaker’s Journal

What App Helps You With Essay Writing?