A little fresh air and exercise goes a long way during a Wisconsin winter. These hikes are easy enough to bring the kids along, and beautiful enough to impress the whole family. They are great with or without snow, but if there is some fresh powder on the ground, you might try snowshoeing. Some of […]
Assigning household chores helps kids learn responsibility and respect for their space, but keeping track can be challenging. With multiple kids, a family chore chart is essential. These printable chore charts for kids are a great solution. We found 5 free printable chore charts for multiple kids. Print in landscape view or customize them further using the […]
Last updated: August 23, 2025 It’s the season of ghost, ghouls, costumes and candy! Make the most of this Halloween season with spooky movies that the whole family will love. A family movie night is a great way to bond and get into the Halloween spirit. To save you time, we put together this giant […]
Looking for toddler Halloween costume ideas that are comfortable, easy to wear, and fun for little ones? This updated guide highlights simple, parent-approved options that work well for trick-or-treating, school parties, and fall festivities. Toddler costumes can be hit or miss — sometimes the perfect outfit arrives and it’s scratchy, uncomfortable, or nothing like the […]
Step back in time and experience life as it was for Wisconsin’s early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin, the state’s largest living history museum. Located just 45-50 minutes from Milwaukee in Eagle, WI, this 600-acre open-air museum brings history to life with original 19th-century structures, costumed interpreters, hands-on experiences, and plenty of wide-open space for […]
One of the best parts about living in Milwaukee is enjoying the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River. And when the weather gets warm, what better way is there to enjoy them than on a boat? If you don’t own a boat yourself, there are still ample options to get out on […]
This is the third installment in a series of articles that explore one mother’s journey through the grief of loving a child who has died. It is our hope that by sharing these reflections, we can help grieving parents feel less alone, and help the people who love them better understand what they’re going through. […]
This is the second installment in a series of articles that explore one mother’s journey through the grief of loving a child who has died. It is our hope that by sharing these reflections, we can help grieving parents feel less alone, and help the people who love them better understand what they’re going through. […]
One in four women will experience a miscarriage. In the United States, one in 160 babies will be stillborn—delivered without a heartbeat. But despite these numbers, the realities of life after pregnancy and infant loss are still mostly undiscussed in our culture. We love to share pictures of baby bumps and cake smashes; no one […]
Hank Aaron’s impact on Milwaukee baseball is impossible to overstate — and families can still visit one of the most meaningful landmarks connected to his historic career: the exact spot where his 755th career home run landed. This unassuming plaque outside American Family Field is a powerful piece of baseball history, and it makes a quick, […]