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I love fall – sweater weather, fires, chili, the leaves changing, what’s not to love? What a beautiful time to improve your children’s language skills while enjoying fall activities and creating memories.

There is nothing like going apple picking on a fall day with your family, but what to do with all those apples? Try this recipe for Simple Chunky Applesauce.

My favorite fall activity is our visit to The Little Farmer in Malone, WI. I went on a date to The Little Farmer in college 16 years ago, and I have visited every year since.

My go-to fall recipe is the famous “Dump Dessert” — this little concoction never disappoints me, seriously. If desserts could be a reliable item of clothing (unlike non-stretch jeans), “Dump Dessert” would be your favorite stretchy pajama pants, you know the ones– you have had them since your early 20s and they still fit–thoooose pants.

Back to school means back to routine, including actually eating healthy lunches and dinners, which means meal planning for the win.

There's a funny saying that goes around each year. June is like Friday, July is our Saturday and August is a long Sunday night! This is definitely true.

Many drownings happen during non-swim or unexpected times; that’s why proper fencing or pool covers, and very close supervision are needed any time children are near water.

Parenting is basically one long exercise in multitasking, and being good at it (or at least faking it till you make it 😉). One thing about me: I love keeping track of places that make life easier for parents with young kids. Over time, I’ve built a running list in my “Kid Inclusive” notes app of spots that truly cater to families. So what do I mean by kid‑inclusive? I have two boys under five, and they are busy bodies in every sense of the word. I get uncomfortable taking th