My toddler loves to pretend that our living room is a beach and we are having a picnic when it is time for dinner. It gets her to eat, and encourages her imagination, so we all play along. A few weeks ago I purchased a large picnic mat because I am planning many trips to Central Park for picnics this summer. Our first picnic is scheduled for the first week in July, and I am already wondering what types of foods I would bring along with us on a ...
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Indoor plans with Movies OnDemand (#Giveaway!)
Our summer schedule is jam packed with fun and exciting events, from swimming lessons, zoo/aquarium trips, and even a special family getaway at the end of the summer. With so much going on, I'm sure downtime will be necessary, especially on rainy days when we just want to lounge around the house. There have been plenty of playdates that took place indoors with a movie instead of being cancelled due to rain. On those days, I'm thankful for Movies ...
Hot Summer Toys! Plasma Car Review & Giveaway!
Summer days are here and you know what that means? Time to go outside and PLAY!! I remember when I was a kid my favorite toys were ride on toys- from the ones you use your feet to get you moving to the ride ons with pedals. Anything that got me moving was fun! Despite technology and video games more prominent now than during my childhood days, children still love to get out and play, explore, and of course, race each other on ride on ...
Why is Vitamin C Important?
We've all heard that Vitamin C is good for us but do you know why? Many people take Vitamin C when they are battling a cold. Others take it to prevent a cold. When it comes to children, Vitamin C is very important in their development. Vitamin C is necessary for healthy skin, red blood cells, collagen, muscles, bones, and tissues. It is also necessary to aid the body in healing and preventing infection. While a baby is being breast fed or formula ...
6/11 Winners!
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Bringing Home Baby Event: Bright Starts Sunnyside Safari Chair Top High Chair
I have learned the hard way that when you have children, their gear and toys really pile up. We were spoiled at first with my oldest baby- we had ONLY the basics and nothing more. She didn't even have any toys besides a few infant rattles and a play mat. Once she turned 1, this all changed. She received a ton of toys for her 1st birthday, and then even more that Christmas (which was only 3 months later.) We soon became inundated with toys and had ...
Organize Your Home With ClosetMaid
It's a no-brainer- when you have children, your household "needs" change and organization is essential. My hubby and I had very simple and modern taste with a minimalist attitude. We liked our home to feel open and clutter free. Once my daughter turned 1 and her toys started to gather in just about every room in the house, we knew we needed to get better organized. We started off small by purchasing a toy bin. By the time the holidays came, she ...
Got a Picky Eater? Hide Fruits and Veggies in Toddler’s Meals!
I've been fortunate to have a semi-picky eater. While my toddler is picky about the way foods look and doesn't eat a wide variety of foods, she DOES choose healthy items. Just the other morning I asked her what she wanted for breakfast. Her response: broccoli. I can't complain when it comes to her choice of veggies over sugary cereals! When I was a teacher, I had A LOT of picky eaters. Since I taught cooking classes, I felt it was my job to ...