From busy moms to doting uncles, all those with a child in their life need to be armed with the right tools to combat the inevitable "I'm bored" that rings out on a rainy day. Rob visits Jennifer Farrington of the Chicago Children's Museum to uncover some creative, inexpensive art and science projects to keep kids entertained and teach them something new.

You want to make a five-minute stop at the supermarket to buy milk, yet you walk out an hour later with bags full of items you never knew you needed. In this time-saving segment, learn how smart shopping begins with smart planning.

Rob and Real Simple managing editor Kristin van Ogtrop have a heart-to-heart about the ABCs of saving money for a child's college education.

"You don't have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces - just good food from fresh ingredients," Julia Child once said. Cydnee welcomes cookbook author Sally Schneider, who demonstrates how high-quality basics serve as the building blocks of the most flavorful meals.