The no-fail brunch recipes these families make for Mother’s Day every year {issue 83}

Plus, a parent's guide to making tooth fairy magic.

May 5, 2022 No. 83 Mother's Day is on Sunday, and I'm reminded of this super cute cake idea we wrote about last year. Food markers for the win! –Cambria, managing editor of Cubby The Favorite, No-Fail Mother's Day Brunch Recipes These Families Make Every Year Mother's Day is often loaded with expectation, whether it's from the matriarch of honor or just your own self-imposed standards to serve up something spectacular. Restaurant brunch has become a scene, crowded and pricey — not to mention that a restaurant meal with toddlers isn't always what one would call "relaxing." Opting to cook at home for the one you love is an excellent way to skip the chaos (well, outside of the typical family shenanigans) and cozy up around the table with the mom figure in your life. Bonus: everyone can stay in PJs.   But if Mom typically handles the cooking, it can be a little intimidating to step into that domain. I chatted with a half dozen people (including my husband!) to get their tried-and-true Mother's Day recipes. These no-fail favorites will set you up for success to celebrate at home. Just don't forget to do the dishes! read more > cubby follows We want more of Neha Ruch and her wonderful Mother Untitled Instagram account (and site), which aims to empower ambitious women who choose to shift careers or take a pause for the sake of their families.   live The One Simple Tool That Helps My 3-Year-Old Put Away Her Own Laundry She wanted to do it herself, so here's how I helped her. read more > 6 Bunk Bed Shelves That Are a Must-Have for More Space and Storage It's no longer required to climb down from the bunk bed in order to get a glass of water. read more > play Why I Chose to Have an Only Child "I hadn't realized the space that decision was taking up in my mind until it was gone." read more > How to Create a Magical Tooth Fairy Experience for Your Kid Fairy wands, glitter trails, special tooth pouches, and more! read more > eat 10 New Kitchen Products That Promise to Make Family Life a Bit Easier There are some exciting products on the horizon! read more > 5 Snacks That Fit Perfectly in a Stroller Cupholder Grab a mason jar! Your stroller walks are about to get a lot better. read more > cubby finds: cute portable speakers lexon tykho wonderboom tribit stormbox konex vintage ask maxwell I've always loved buying presents for my two kids, but now that my older daughter is 13, it's hard. I've seen some of the things I've given to her end up in the bottom of her closet. What do presents even mean, at this rate? –Emily Dear Emily,   This has been something I've been learning about lately as well with my daughter, particularly during her birthday just a few months ago. I like to buy little and big things for her, and often start well before her birthday, stockpiling them over the months ahead of time. My mother used to do this too, and it has a warm feeling for me. I love all the little surprises that I get to reveal to her on her birthday or at Christmas.   But this year I was so excited for her birthday dinner and as each present was revealed she sort of just scratched her head… read more > Maxwell Ryan is a father and was an elementary school teacher in NYC before founding Apartment Therapy. He'd love to answer your question: askmaxwell@cubbyathome.com ( trust us ) wish I was him     Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences  View this email in your browser  Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. If we've inspired you, we may receive a share of purchases made through this email. Apartment Therapy Media 270 Lafayette Street, Suite 1300 New York, NY 10013 ABOUT | CONTACT US | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE