Ashley Haugen, Author for Moms Who Think

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Ashley Haugen is a mom of four kids who are the center of her universe. She is also a writer and editor of more than 20 years, 10 of which have been in the parenting space. She enjoys hiking, photography, and gardening, and she's excited to embark on the journey of raising chickens this spring.

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21 New Trader Joe’s Locations Coming Soon

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Anyone who has ever stepped foot inside a Trader Joe's and felt the buzz in the air with ever ring […]

The 600,000-Square-Foot Playground Every Family Should Visit at Least Once

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For adventurous families – or frankly, families with kids – City Museum in St. Louis is a must-visit at least […]

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5 Super-Engaging STEAM Toys That Keep Young and Curious Minds Inspired

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Parents, if you have a naturally curious kid, you just know. You know by all of the endless questions about […]

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Buy a Home in This Fishing Town for Less Than the Cost of a New Car

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Fishing is a favorite pastime for many American families. Casting a line and awaiting the perfect moment to reel in […]

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Get the Easiest-Peeling Hard-Boiled Eggs Ever

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If your family enjoys hard-boiled eggs, then you've likely encountered some frustration when trying to peel them. Whether the shells […]

Sweet Potatoes and Apples

5 Easy Ways to Make Perfect Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet potatoes are often relegated to being a Thanksgiving side dish, but they're so much more. In fact, in addition […]

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Where You Will Find the Best Lobster Roll in All of Florida

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When you think about lobster rolls, your mind likely heads north to New England. After all, anecdotally, the lobster roll […]

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You Can Buy a Home in This Vacation Community for $53,600

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Everyone has their favorite type of vacation destination — the beach, the mountains, a lake. But imagine if instead of […]

Delicious dish of Brazilian cuisine called Caldo de Feijão. Made with black beans, bacon and sausage. Bean broth.

A Week’s Worth of Soup Recipes

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It's finally fall. That means time to put away the swimsuits and break out the throw blankets. Perhaps nothing is […]

Delicious dish of Brazilian cuisine called Caldo de Feijão. Made with black beans, bacon and sausage. Bean broth.

Black Bean Soup

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For a delicious, protein-packed meal, this black bean soup recipe is ideal. Hearty and flavor-packed, this recipe is one your […]

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Zucchini Soup Recipe

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Late summer and early fall always yield a bounty of zucchini. Put that fresh produce to good use with this […]

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Infant Swing Recall: Make Sure It’s Not Yours

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If you have a newborn, odds are quite high that you also probably have an infant swing. After all, there […]

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Baby Names That Mean Beautiful

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Choosing a baby name is one of the most exciting parts of being pregnant. When it's time to make the […]

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14 Toys Boomers Loved That Would Confuse Today’s Kids

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Before there were video games and iPads and touchscreens and VR headsets, there was a simpler time that was wildly […]

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You Can Buy a Home in This Mountain Town for Less Than $50,000

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Do you dream of living off-grid or simply away from the hustle and bustle of the city or even suburbia? […]

I Tried 8 Different Store-Bought Jarred Salsa Brands, and This One is the Best

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It's a crowd-pleaser. It's a game-day favorite. It's both a dip and a condiment. Perhaps the most universally loved food, […]

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The Average American Can’t Answer These Basic U.S. Geography Questions

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It's basic U.S. Geography. There are 50 states — 48 of which are contiguous, plus Alaska and Hawaii — and […]

The Deadliest K-12 U.S. School Shootings, Ranked

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It's no secret that gun violence is rampant in the United States, and according to World Population Review, the U.S. […]

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I Tried 8 Different Frozen Pizzas and This One is the Best

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Whether you're stumped about what to eat for dinner or you are working with a minimal budget, you know what's […]

Aldi is Selling an Incredibly Soft and Cozy Blanket, and It’s Flying Off the Shelves

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As temps begin to drop with the arrival of fall, the thought of cozying up on the couch with a […]

Baby Names That Mean Joy

Baby Names That Mean Joy

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Lay the foundation for a life filled with happiness by selecting a name from this list of baby names that […]

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10 Amazing Recipes You’ll Have on Repeat

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If you're tired of the same-old, same-old and you're looking for some delicious new recipes to whip up, we have […]

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Downtown Living on the Cheap: 50 Affordable Cities to Buy a Home

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If the appeal of city living piques your attention and the idea of living among the bustling streets and skyscrapers […]

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Sounds Kids Today Have Probably Never Heard

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Depending on your age, you or your kids or grandkids may have heard these sounds. But children born after a […]

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