Like all parents I'm intent on providing my children with every possible recreational opportunity; I've done the kiddie gym, music and movement classes and even splurged on high-tech gadgets and games. And more than ever I am ready to institute these Tips for Unplugged Play: The Ultimate in Quality Family Time. I have had occasional lingering thoughts about instituting more old-fashioned … [Read more...]
This Zucchini Spaghetti Recipe is one of Four things parents can do to kick start the best year of their children’s lives!
As a new month unfolds there's a mantra we all repeat: I can't believe January 2019 is already underway-wasn't it just the beginning of summer vacation?! This year feels so monumental as it has already held a few life-altering milestones. (Hence this post; This Zucchini Spaghetti Recipe is one of Four things parents can do to kick start the best year of their children's lives! but I digress … [Read more...]
No one tells you that the hardest part of motherhood is when your kids grow up
I really believed when I was smack in the trenches of arguing with my husband about not wanting him to buy the no-frills diapers- since my kids ALWAYS leaked through them- that once the stage of them being completely dependent on me for their basic needs was done- I'd be in the homestretch. But No one tells you that the hardest part of motherhood is when your kids grow up. I … [Read more...]
Parents Need to Be a United Front When it Comes to Raising Kids
It took me 17 years but the longer I parent the more I have come to the conclusion that Parents Need to Be a United Front When it Comes to Raising Kids. I'll admit it- I want to be the fun one. I want to be that parent I think my kids crave. Unfortunately when it comes to raising and disciplining my kids I am hungry for their approval, as my husband who could not be more my polar opposite, … [Read more...]
15 Recession Friendly Birthday Party Ideas with an Eco-Friendly Message
I know it's been written about to death at this point- the cost of living is rising, especially in NYC, and our kids are becoming obsessed with all things CONSUMERISM and all I can think is this; are there any silver linings left?! And the answer is Yes... you can check out my post 15 Recession Friendly Birthday Party Ideas with an Eco-Friendly Message and use this opportunity to teach your kids … [Read more...]
