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  1. Ease your mind with a little preparation. Studio MPM/Getty Images

    'Survival Mom' offers ways to face disaster

    After you become a mom, your head often swims with 'what-ifs.' But you can ease your mind with a little preparation, says Lisa Bedford, blogger and author of Survival Mom: How to Prepare Your Family for Everyday Disasters and Worst-Case Scenarios.

    • May. 24, 2012
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    Road trip survival guide

    Your GPS is programmed for the family's summer vacation. But detours and distractions abound. Can everyone arrive at the destination with a smile? These tips lead to a great getaway. Don't forget to share photos of your beautiful vacation spots.

    • May. 18, 2012
  3. Group similar items together for easy labeling. Fuse / Getty Images

    How to (finally) straighten up your garage

    Organizing the garage doesn't have to be daunting, says Donna Smallin, author of How to Declutter and Make Money Now! and an organizing expert. Use these tips for a no-fear garage cleaning spree.

    • May. 17, 2012
  4. Advice from our Twitter chat with Gretchen Rubin

    Our Mother's Day cover story featured six pieces of wisdom to help moms find happiness from Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project.. She joined us Wednesday to dish with readers.

    • May. 17, 2012
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    How to be a happy mom

    Our Mother’s Day gift: 6 fast, fun tips for everyday transformations from Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project.

    • May. 10, 2012
  6. 33% of U.S. homes have at least one kitty. Bartek Nowak/Getty Images

    Pets Q&A: 2 cats and 1 soggy pillow

    My roommate’s cat uses my bed for something other than a catnap. She is peeing on my bed instead of the litter box. C’mon! Lilly’s been a good cat, until now. She gets along with my cat Precious just fine. Before you smartly suggest “close your darn door,” somehow she manages to open it. So there! Can you help?

    • May. 10, 2012
  7. These tips from Judy Blume will help get your child reading. Jacqueline Veissid/Getty Images

    How to raise a bookworm

    In 2011, only one in three fourth-graders could read at grade level, The Nation's Report Card for Reading shows.

    • May. 10, 2012
  8. Try this: Let kids help set the rules. George Doyle/Getty Images

    Be a most patient parent

    Some days, no matter how hard you try, your kids drain every last drop of zen you've ever om'd in.

    • May. 3, 2012
  9. Spiff it up in a jiff! Gary John Norman/Getty Images

    Spruce up your home for spring

    Seasonal cleaning doesn't have to be an expensive ordeal with these tips from Matthew Robbins, creative director of Matthew Robbins Design and blogger for Stylelist.com.

    • May. 3, 2012
  10. Experts reveal the keys to a long, happy, healthy marriage. Bipolar/Getty Images

    The 7 Secrets of Lasting Love

    Experts reveal the keys to a long, happy marriage. Plus, check out our photo gallery of famous, long-lasting couples. And, add your photo to our reader gallery dedicated to long marriages. Or, if you're still looking for love, check out these dating sites.

    • Apr. 26, 2012
  11. Exercise while you spend time with your pet. Stockbyte/Getty Images

    Walk-the-dog workouts

    How's this for multitasking: Get fit while spending time with your canine.

    • Apr. 19, 2012
  12. There has to be a reason for your teen to get with it. Jamie Grill/Getty Images

    4 tips to get your teen organized

    Despite whatever state her room is in right now, your teen boasts some innate organization skills, and by helping her tap into them, you can ease her into a more organized life — no battle required.

    • Apr. 19, 2012
  13. A little planning can maximize fun. Digital Vision / Getty Images

    Avoid long lines: Get to the fun part faster!

    Amusement parks are an easy way to spend the day outdoors, have fun with the family and even get a pop of adrenaline.

    • Apr. 19, 2012
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    A picture worth a thousand memories: Show us the 'love that lasts'

    All weddings are beautiful. The sparkling bride and shiny groom, aglow with newness and promise, fill the pages of countless albums.

    • Apr. 19, 2012
  15. Get ready to sit back and relax. Marc Leon/Getty Images

    4 tips to find the perfect couch

    Not only does your couch anchor the look of your room, but it also fulfills a number of practical demands. Given all you need this piece of furniture to do, it can be an intimidating purchase — but it doesn't have to be.

    • Apr. 12, 2012
  16. Spring Garden Trends

    Every spring is a new chance to grow. We’ve raked in a crop of expert ideas for a 2012 garden to live in, not just look at, including how-to videos. So show us your garden! Plus, you can post to our Great Gardens board on Pinterest.

    • Apr. 5, 2012
  17. Don’t wait for weekends: Make a weeknight the family video game night. KidStock/Getty Images

    Share some midweek fun with your family

    Between work, school, after-school activities, laundry, dinner and the rest of the weekday have-tos, it's easy to see why so many moms and dads put family fun on hold till the weekend. "But you shouldn't," declares Ann Hallock, editorial director of Disney's FamilyFun magazine.

    • Mar. 28, 2012
  18. Boil a few extra eggs to make these Easter treats. Ed Judice

    Make yourself some hard-boiled bunnies

    It's springtime, and the April issue of FamilyFun magazine has some clever ways to diversify your Easter eggs. While you're hard-boiling eggs for dyeing and decorating, add a few extras to create these sweet-faced critters.

    • Mar. 28, 2012
  19. Spring Pet Report

    • Mar. 23, 2012
  20. Our spring pet report covers preparing your pet for the change of seasons to preparing yourself for the loss of a pet, here’s what you need to know. Nick Ridley/Getty Images

    Prepare your pet for spring

    Spring is in the air, and you can bet your pets can smell it. Here are some tips to prepare them for the change of seasons.

    • Mar. 22, 2012
  21. Show us your pets on the go!

    You’ll be in the running for one of five $100 gift certificates to PetCo when you share a photo of your pet. Plus, don't miss our Spring Pet Report!

    • Mar. 22, 2012
  22. Millions of animals fly safely every year, but there are a lot of regulations to follow. Carolyn A McKeone/Getty Images

    Here's how to jet with your pet

    Planning to fly with your pet? Millions of pets fly safely in the United States every year, but it's important to contact your airline as soon as you're ready to make your travel plans.

    • Mar. 22, 2012
  23. In the end, we do whatever will haunt us the least. David Baratz/USA WEEKEND

    Preparing for goodbye

    Over the 11 years I owned him, my dog Solomon was described by friends as "a rampaging firelog," "half fox, half potato" and "a tube with legs." The unfortunate result of his goofy shape was increasingly painful: stressed joints.

    • Mar. 22, 2012
  24. The thundershirt helps put pets at ease. Handout

    Pet fancies: Products to keep pets happy and healthy

    Keep your furry friends healthy, happy and entertained with these fun products.

    • Mar. 22, 2012
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    Improve your job chances with these studies

    Graduate from college, then get a job. These days, that's not quite the seamless transition it once was. But there are several areas of study that better your employment chances. Watch for classes that include: Information systems.

    • Mar. 15, 2012
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    Do it yourself for $50 or less. Jose Luis Pelaez, Inc./CORBIS

    How to give an old chair new life

    Redoing a cushioned wooden chair can be easy with these steps, says Sherry Petersik, co-founder of the home improvement blog younghouselove.com. Gather your supplies. You'll need one-half to a full yard of upholstery-grade fabric.

    • Mar. 15, 2012
  26. Fern, a Labrador retriever, and Pip the papillon help the Rittinger siblings deal with autism and diabetes. David Yellen/USA WEEKEND

    Good dog!

    The Rittinger family of Savage, Minn., is less frantic these days. The blood sugar spikes and dives of Megan, 9, who has diabetes, are monitored minute by minute, so problems are instantly detected and addressed.

    • Mar. 8, 2012
  27. Just remember: It’s annoying because you care. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images

    Don't let your partner drive you bonkers

    It's a universal truth: The people you love the most can drive you absolutely crazy. Your partner — that roommate, best friend and family member all rolled into one — is certainly no exception.

    • Mar. 7, 2012
  28. Prepare for your hospital stay in advance. Fuse/Getty Images

    Prepare for your hospital stay

    Whether you're headed to the emergency room or the operating room, it can be confusing dealing with hospitals, doctors, insurance companies and procedures.

    • Mar. 7, 2012
  29. For a cozy atmosphere, pull some furniture away from the wall. SelectStock/Getty Images

    5 face lifts for your family room

    Chances are, your family room has a packed schedule. Between book clubs, game nights and kid sleepovers, not to mention being the comfiest spot for vegging out, this high-traffic room could use some TLC.

    • Mar. 2, 2012
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