Kids and Parenting

DealDash Easy End-of-School Year “Let’s Celebrate!” Ideas

It’s almost the end of May, school will be getting out soon! Are you ready to celebrate? Me too!

Can you believe another school year is almost behind us? It feels like just yesterday we were labeling folders and picking out first-day outfits. Now, the backpacks are fraying, lunchboxes are mysteriously sticky, and the countdown to summer is officially on! Whether your kids are finishing second grade or wrapping up middle school, it’s the perfect time to pause and celebrate their hard work—with fun, stress-free activities the whole family can enjoy. — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash’s Last-Minute Teacher Gift Ideas

Did your child really love his or her teacher this year? Be sure to recognize them with something special at the end of the school year.

The countdown to summer is on! If you’re anything like me, it just hit you that the last day of school is creeping up fast. You want to show your appreciation to those amazing teachers who’ve poured so much into your child all year, but between end-of-year concerts, sports award ceremonies, and trying to remember if you signed the field trip form, there’s barely time to think. These last-minute teacher gift ideas from  — Read full post

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DealDash’s Weeknight Dinners for Busy May Nights

As we come to the end of May, it’s time to simplify dinners. Never fear, DealDash has ideas for some quick, easy, and delicious dinners.

Between all of the end of school year last minute tasks and planning for summer, weeknights get busy. And while I love a cozy home-cooked meal, some nights we’re just lucky to get everyone to the table before 8 p.m. That’s why I keep a little stash of simple, no-fuss dinner ideas that come together fast and keep the whole family happy. Here are a few of our weeknight winners that are perfect for  — Read full post

Kids and Parenting

DealDash Tips for Balancing End-of-Year Kids’ School Activities

There are only a couple months of school left. My calendar is full of school activities, let’s get organized!

If May had a theme, it would be: chaos with a side of carpool. Between end-of-year concerts, soccer tournaments, science fairs, and dance recitals, this month can leave even the most organized parents wondering if they’ve accidentally taken on a part-time job as a chauffeur. (Spoiler: you have.) But don’t worry, you’re not alone, and there are ways to keep the calendar from taking over your life. Here are some practical, sanity-saving tips from DealDash that help our family juggle it  — Read full post

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DealDash Farmer’s Market Weeknight Dinners

The farmer’s market has just started up again in my town, and I am super excited! Who doesn’t love fresh fruits and veggies, straight from the source?

There’s something magical about strolling through the farmer’s market in May. There are bright berries, crisp greens, fresh herbs, and just-picked veggies all calling your name. It’s the perfect time to turn these seasonal goodies into fast, family-friendly dinners. If your weekdays are anything like ours (a little hectic), these ideas will help you get dinner on the table in a snap without sacrificing freshness or flavor. Read on for some yummy suggestions  — Read full post