There aren’t many things that I hate more than telling my kids to “hurry up.” Or even to slow down (not that that happens often.) It just sounds so rude, and complainy. Yuck. I surely wouldn’t want my kids to sound like that. However, there are times when they really need to move faster. Being… read on >
It is that magical time of year; when you gather your family and trot them off to the mall, or if you can swing it, a boutique photographer. It’s time for your once-a-year-holiday-portraits. You’ve got the kids dressed in their holiday best, their hair is perfection. You aren’t looking so bad yourself. You have planned… read on >
Our favorite Preschool teacher, Miss Brittany has done it again folks. Yes that’s right, she has just introduced a brand new item to her site for the kiddos, and it’s just in time for the holidays. Imported from New Zealand, the Design Your Own Superhero Cape kit is gonna make your little one ignite those… read on >
Now that its officially winter, and we have had our first real snow of the season (at least here in our chunk of the world). I am faced with ways to keep the kids busy, engaged, and warm. I’m not one to do much traveling when it’s cold, I hate to drive with a coat… read on >
During the holidays and after, children ask for toys as gifs. As parents, it is our responsibility to make sure that our children are safe and what they are playing with are as well. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled 44 toys in fiscal year 2010, ended Sept. 30, and several more in October… read on >
As a parent one of the most important things you can do for your child is take them regularly to a pediatrician. Doctors can monitor your child’s growth and development in ways that you may not have noticed. As a first time parent, or perhaps someone moving to a new town, how do you choose… read on >
Every now and again I have a bad day. I’m not exactly sure what causes them, but they happen. Sometimes it’s just a challenge to make it through the day. If you have never felt like this I commend you! You are clearly a saint and are much better than I am. I love my… read on >
Kids love to color and make a mess as we can all attest, so leave it to a NYC preschool teacher to make the best out of the situation! Miss Brittany- AKA Brittany Shapiro a preschool teacher on New York’s Upper West Side, has come up with a line of non-toxic and recycled crayons for… read on >
Ever wonder where the ideas went when it’s crunch time before Halloween and your children are still costume-less? Here are a few ideas for those that are pressed for time and ideas. Crayons: Dress your child in either long johns or a matching t-shirt and pants, then create a party hat to match. Write CRAYON… read on >
As tired as you are from watching and playing with my child all day, you find it hard to believe that nap time is still a struggle. Why is my kid waking up before I want him to, you might ask yourself? What does your toddler like? He used to take hour-long naps in the… read on >
