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5 Easy, Delicious Dinners That Won’t Break the Bank

Ask any parent for a list of what’s currently stressing them out the most, and we’re betting the answers will include “cost of living” or “my groceries nearly bankrupt me every week.” It seems everyone is feeling the pinch. Well, we certainly can’t fix inflation (imagine?!) but we can help you to stretch your grocery budget. Read on for five delicious recipes featuring less expensive ingredients, from lentils and beans to ground meat and chicken thighs.

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Chickpea, Mushroom and Chicken Thigh Curry
If mushrooms and chickpeas are a hard sell, frame it as saucy chicken with fluffy rice and naan for dipping.
Turkey Burgers with Cranberry Aioli
Turkey and cranberries are a match made in heaven, so of course they’re perfect in burger form, too.
Sticky Korean Beef
All the textures and flavours are here—crispy, crunchy, sweet, savoury…it’s a can’t-miss.
Garlicky Beans with Broccoli Rabe
Creamy white beans are the perfect base for this vegetarian main.
Tuna Cakes and Potato Wedges
Canned tuna gets a makeover as crispy, flavour-packed fish cakes.

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Egg-in-the-Hole Grilled Cheese

Level up your grilled cheese game by cooking an egg right in the hole of a bagel—giving this classic sandwich a tasty protein boost. Is it breakfast? Lunch? A snack? How about all of the above?

Would You Ever Consider Joining a Social Parenting Pod?

We’ve all heard the phrase, “It takes a village.” It refers to the fact that children aren’t raised by their parents alone—they’re impacted by everyone around them, from family and friends to teachers and coaches. But what if that village was more involved than just being on the periphery? “Social parenting” is a buzzword we expect you’ll hear more of in 2025—it describes families who join forces to share the mental, emotional, physical and even financial work of raising kids. These “pods” share things like childcare, meal planning, extracurricular logistics…you name it. (Click here to learn more.) The idea is that this community approach lightens the load for everyone.

Sounds pretty dreamy, right? Or does it? We want to know what you think:

The results of last week’s poll:
Do your kids ditch their hats, coats and mitts as soon as possible?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Yes! Why do they do that?! (51.6%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Sometimes, if it's only mildly freezing. (12.9%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Nope. At least not yet! (35.5%)

We’re Having Trouble Choosing a Baby Name—Help!

There are some decisions in life where the stakes just feel higher. For many people, naming a baby falls under this category. You’re choosing what another human being will be called forever (well, in theory). No pressure, right?

Okay, deep breath. It’s going to be okay. First things first: Make a list of all the names in the running. Then, use these tips as a litmus test to help you decide.

• If you have a long surname, a short first name may sound best. The opposite can be said for single-syllable last names.

• Beware of first names that end in the same “sound” as the beginning of your last name (ie, Anita Adams). They can be difficult to say.

• Do a Google search of any names you’re seriously considering to make sure there are no negative associations.

• When you get close to finalizing a first and middle name, make sure the initials don’t spell anything unfortunate.

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