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This Recipe For Cinnamon Raisin French Toast From Children's Singer Joanie Leeds Is A Breakfast Do

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Fabu kids' singer/songwriter Joanie Leeds shared her recipe with Celebrity Parents Magazine for her favorite French toast. Says Joanie: "My favorite food growing up and to this day (for breakfast at least) is French Toast. My mom used to make it for me when I would refuse to eat nothing else. Now, I often make this for special breakfasts when I don't hav[...]

We Want It Now! Our Interview With Julie Dawn Cole of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

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Julie Dawn Cole became a household name when she played Veruca Salt, the bratty rich girl in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory film. In reality, Julie’s life more closely resembled the sweetly humble lead character, Charlie Bucket instead. Celebrity Parents spoke with Julie (mom of India and Barney) about the film, her life now a[...]

Here's How To Use Your Personality Type To Be The Parent You Want To Be

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Every person (and parent) is different. Janet Penley, author of MotherStyles: Using Personality Type To Discover Your Parenting Strengths, shows how you can be a better, more aligned (and even happier) parent just be being exactly who you are. Here's how. Janet, why did you write MotherStyles: Using Personality Type To Discover Your Parenting Strengths? [...]

Nancy Vardalos Ginakes Is Keeping Kids Safe, Thanks To Her Safe2Go Backpack Invention (And Yes, She's Nia Vardalos' Sister, Too)

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Nancy Vardalos Ginakes is truly a mother of invention. After her three kids were born, Nancy came up with a clever (and cute!) backpack to keep her kids safe while walking outside, and her company Safe2Go was born. We spoke to Nancy about her company, respecting your child’s dignity, and of course, her famous sister, actress Nia Vardalos. [...]

Christina Milian Has A Recipe for Winter White Sangria Will Make Your Holidays Merry And Bright

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Make your holidays merry and bright with this delicious drink recipe from Christina Milian! The singer, actress, and creator of Viva Diva Wines shared her Winter White Sangria seasonal recipe with us. Just follow the directions below to turn any day into a winter wonderland! Summer White Sangria 2 parts Viva Diva Peach Mo[...]

Chicken Cutlets With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Capers Is What's For Dinner Tonight

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If you're looking to make a quick yummy dinner, try out Marialisa Costanzo's Chicken Cutlets With Sun Dried Tomatoes and Capers. Says Marialisa, lead singer of Pajama Party: "Everyone in my family loves this dish! Thanks to my parents (who taught me all I know in the kitchen), we were finally able to put it into writing. This dish is usually mad[...]

Just Jennifer: Don’t Worry, Be Happy

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It’s inevitable. When you’re on Facebook, your newsfeed will be flooded with images of two friends and some trite saying about how true friends are there for you when you need them most. I say the opposite is true. Want to know who your real friends are? Be totally, completely happy and see who sticks around. Let’s say, for example, that you’re goi[...]

Just Jennifer: In Your Room

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For most people, the heart of their home is the kitchen. It’s the place that most people gather, eat, share stories, and above all, bond. In my home, it’s my bedroom. Years ago, when we had a small apartment, our bedroom was the only real place to hang out. But now that we have lots o’ square footage, there are many more places for our kids to hang[...]

Children's Musician Amelia Robinson's Red Lentil Soup Recipe Is Lusciously Lemon-Flavored

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Is there a more perfect time to start a pot of soup on the stove than fall? The smell of simmering soup floats through the house, giving it instant warmth and comfort. But if you’re looking to make a soup that everyone will eat, look no further than this red lentil soup from children’s singer Amelia Robinson. It’s full of items that you proba[...]

8 Holiday Party Tips from Cooking Channel’s Alie Ward & Georgia Hardstark

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Holiday parties are supposed to be fun, but soiree planning can get stressful. Cooking Channel stars and mixology duo, Alie Ward & Georgia Hardstark, have easy and fun party planning tips that will make holiday get-togethers more enjoyable events not only for your guests, but you as well. Be Prepared The best way to throw a fabulous party is to be [...]