Preparing for Thanksgiving, top holiday gifts for everyone on your list

Plus: everything your kids should know about cyberbullying, holiday giveaways, where are the germs lurking in your home, holiday gift guides

Thanksgiving is just a few days away. This can be a wonderful time a year, a time spent with the ones we love the most. It can also be an overwhelming time for parents. It is also a time of year that can be filled with "I want this!" and "I need that".  It is natural for kids to get wrapped up in the hustle and the bustle.   As parents it is our job not to get frustrated with our children when they express excitement over the material experiences of the holidays but instead to use this as an opportunity to teach them gratitude. It is a great time to remind and discuss with them of all they have to be thankful for all throughout the year.   It is the perfect time to get your children involved in performing random acts of kindness. This can be as simple as baking a batch of cookies for your local police station or getting involved with local agencies that help collect toys and goods for local families in need. We hope you have a wonderful Holiday with your families!  -JESSI 10 UNIQUE THANKSGIVING SIDE DISH RECIPES "Half the fun of Thanksgiving dinner is enjoying all of the side dishes that accompany the turkey. Thanksgiving is the one time of year when 6 side dishes or more are completely appropriate for a family meal.  We've selected a few of spins on classic favorites that you might want to try out on your crowd this year. Let's get out those Thanksgiving Day pants because we are off to the races with a table full of delicious food." 5 REASONS MOMS SHOULD MAKE TIME TO READ Making time for yourself as a busy mom is a tough but necessary task. Though it may seem impossible, setting aside time to read can be a great way to get in a little YOU time. (READ MORE) 7 CYBERBULLYING TIPS EVERY CHILD SHOULD KNOW Children are no stranger to cyberbullying  with 15% of students admitting to having experienced it.  The best thing you can do is educate yourself so that you can help arm your children with what they need to know.    (READ MORE) TOP HOUSEHOLD ITEMS TO CLEAN TO AVOID SPREADING GERMS While you are cleaning and preparing your house for the holidays be sure know where the germs are lurking.  (READ MORE) 12 TOOLS FOR THE PERFECT PIE The perfect pie is a neccesity during these upcoming holiday celebrations.  Before you tackle the task, make sure your kitchen is properly equipped.   (READ MORE) CHRISTMAS OUTFITS FOR KIDS We have gathered up an amazing selection of Holiday clothes for the little ones on your shopping list.  Ensure that they are clothed for every event, holiday photo and even cozying up the night before Christmas. (READ MORE) WINTER FASHION GIFTS FOR THE YOUNG AND STYLISH Looking to give the gift of style to any of the kids on you shopping list?  Look no further!  We've compiled some of the best and most stylish gifts of the season.  (READ MORE) TOP 10 GIFTING IDEAS FOR WOMEN This year, take the guesswork out of gifting the amazing women on your shopping lists   (READ MORE) 8 HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR NEW MOMS New Moms deserve a little extra special care especially during the hectic holiday season. (READ MORE) GIVEAWAY: BEE INTERNATIONAL GINGERBREAD HOUSES If you are looking for a fun activity to do this Holiday season, you can never go wrong with a gingerbread house. Make sure you enter to win! GIVEAWAY: SAKCLOTH AND ASHES Warm up with this gorgeous blanket from Sakcloth and Ashes this holiday season.  For every blanketsold they donate one to your local homeless shelter with their "Blanket the Homeless" campaign. What did you miss this week on Social Media? Oh, just some more gorgeous photos and hilarious memes....   Following us on Instagram? If not, what are you waiting for? Daily Mom LOVES to TRAVEL!  We love solo travel, family travel, beaches, mountains, exotic destinations... Keep up with us on Instagram.  Looking to get published or looking for more information on what it means to be part of the Daily Mom Tribe? Send us a message!  submissions@dailymom.com Copyright © 2018 Blue Ocean Media, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at one of our websites. Our mailing address is: Blue Ocean Media 13260 Immokallee Rd Suite 65 Naples, FL 34120 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.