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The weather is getting cooler here in the NorthEast and though we’ve been blessed to have a few really warm days these past weeks, we’ve also had one of the craziest snow storms in my lifetime just a few weeks ago. Now that the holidays are coming, make sure to not only think about the [...]
Even before Gavin was born, I knew I wanted him to have a pacifier, despite many people’s contradictory opinions. Working with children who have self-regulation difficulties, or kids for some reason or another who haven’t learned to soothe themselves when they are upset, I was determined to find something for him that would help him [...]
Food and nutrition for kids is a hot topic, that is crucial for our kids to learn about, so they can develop good, life-long, eating habits. I don’t think I’m speaking out of turn when I say that most parents want their children to eat a variety of food that includes fruits, vegetables and [...]
Our pufferfish, squishable stuffed animal, has a permanent home on our couch. Pufferfish doesn’t match any of the decor in the living room, but this 15 inch, plush stuffed animal, is a people magnet. Honestly, anyone, including both kids and full fledged grown adults who have entered our living room over the last few weeks [...]
Working in the healthcare industry, I’ve noticed many changes over the past few years, especially with regard to the quality of patient care. With the rising costs of health insurance every year, and what seems like a frequent reduction in actual benefits, it can be very frustrating. Couple that with a downturn in the economy, [...]
Knock Your Blocks Off is one of the latest game releases from one of my favorite companies, Gamewright, which is a great family game to add to your game night! I have used this educational game over the last few weeks with several different boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 13 as part [...]
When at BlogHer in San Diego, Proctor & Gamble set up their Future Friendly House. Yes a mock floorplan of a house complete with deck, laundry room, bathroom, patio and smelly teenage bedroom was constructed onsite in the expo hall so we could all learn about some of their great brands that include Downy, Puffs, [...]
2 1/2 years ago I was “that girl” doing the pregnant waddle up and down the aisles of Babies “R” Us creating my baby registry. I remember being completely overwhelmed by all of the choices available, but there were was one main reason why I liked being able to walk right into the big box [...]
Though many children often go through a fear of monsters, it seems that very quickly, at least little boys, all of a sudden get really giddy about blood, yuck, slime and silliness that monsters bring to their pretend play fantasies. The Create a Monster HD iPad app geared for children ages 4 and up, encourages kids to [...]
You might be thinking what exactly is a fidget toy? If you are like me and you have a very dynamic job where you don’t sit on one spot for very long, then a few times per year you are required to attend lectures and conferences where you need to sit still, it can certainly [...]
So here’s my BlogHer 2011 “Run Down” (yes there is a pun intended, reading this may just exhaust you!) One of the most exciting parts about BlogHer 2011 in San Diego, was for me, how much anticipatory excitement there was. There haven’t been any other professional conferences I can say I’ve been to that gave [...]
It didn’t take long from some great toy companies like Hasbro to get involved in the iPad app market. With the addition of online worlds, there is a big push these days to bring multi-user experiences for kids. The same car you push across your living room floor, might make an appearance with his friends [...]
Many parents are often on the lookout for games for their kids that can be fun and include educational concepts. Crocodile Hop from Learning Resources, is one of those games that will teach kids about colors, shapes, numbers and taking turns. The game includes a very large, plastic game mat (30″ wide x 100″ long), [...]
So since my son was born, I will admit, I have always used disposable diapers. Though I have some very dear friends who are great at cloth diapering and being earth conscious, as a full time working parent, I’ve tried to pick my battles. So adding another 50 diapers a week to the landfill, just [...]
Dear BlogHer, We have not even met yet and you gave me sweaty palms of excitement from the moment I clicked the submit button on my non-refundable hotel stay in San Diego, because non-refundable = definite. I have been researching the conference topics, RSVP’d to some really cool parties, and talked with a [...]
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