Lifestyle & Trends - Family Living

Minimize your morning stress and get your kids to school on time

You know the feeling - waking up with far too little sleep, quickly preparing to go to work and coaxing your kids to get them to school on time. Mornings can be tough for families that are on the go.

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Is my car insured if someone not on my policy is driving?

Here's a question that comes up often when discussing auto insurance. Is my car insured if someone not on my policy, such as a relative or close family friend, is driving and gets into an accident?

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Plan smart for your family's financial future

Few things in life trigger a sense of personal responsibility like having children. Part of that responsibility is ensuring both your own and your children's financial futures. However, a recent survey released by TD Ameritrade shows that many parents cite the expense of raising children as one of the top reasons why they have fallen behind in retirement planning. A good first step in getting back on track for retirement is determining what you need to do to secure your future, as well as your children's.

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Bring back the summer memories and share them with your kids

Remember the summer days when you held a camping adventure under the stars in your own backyard, played board games with your parents or enjoyed an ice cream bar on a hot night? Do you remember learning to ride a bike through the neighborhood, waving to everyone sitting out on the front porch or working on their landscaping? Now that you have children of your own, summer is a great opportunity to repeat those memories and share them with your kids.

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Flu season is here: What you need to know

The flu season is here and many consumers have questions about who should be vaccinated and when, especially given the H1N1 flu outbreak last year. <br/>

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How to host a family reunion potluck

A family reunion can be one of your extended family's most memorable shared experiences, providing new family stories and deepening bonds for years to come. If you are in the coordinator's seat, it can also be a daunting amount of work. With a bit of advice from the experts on planning, delegation and, the centerpiece of any family gathering, food and drink, it can be a bit easier.

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Family fun at your fingertips

With summer around the corner, you might be thinking about a vacation or what to do to keep the kids busy. Luckily, you've come a long way from the days of guidebooks and day planners. Today, you have smartphones to help plan summer vacation activities with ease.

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New moms working to save the environment and some money

Diapers. They are a way of life for new parents. But how many parents really think about their diapering decision? In these tough economic times, more budget-strapped parents are considering making the switch to cloth diapers to save money.

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Back-to-school safety: Follow these tips to keep your child safe and healthy

The back-to-school season can be both an exciting and anxious time. As a parent, you can teach your child a few lessons, and take a few precautions yourself, to put your mind at ease when children leave home to go back to the classroom.

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Family budgets stay on track with new and convenient coupon sources

Collecting coupons remains to be one of the best ways for families to save on everyday expenses - from cleaning supplies and health and beauty items to food and paper products.

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