My boys are at the perfect age for pretend play with toy sets of their favorite cartoon shows. We recently received Octonauts toys for review which resulted in a tug-of-war in the bathtub the other night since both wanted to play with the same thing at the same time, of course. The GUP-B Vehicle swam […]
Archives for April 2013
Why I’m Going Silent on April 19
Bullying is far from a new phenomenon but it seems to be more severe and more prevalent in today’s society, especially with the explosion of social media. When I was a student, I was teased and picked on (especially for my glasses) but at the very least I only had to deal with it at […]
Mamanista’s Totsy Picks!
There are some fabulous finds on Totsy right now! You would not believe the deals… Its a perfect time to stock up on birthday party gifts, teacher gifts and more! Heading to Disney soon? Surprise your kids with Minnie & Mickey gear – for up to 78% off! There is a HUGE Curious George sale […]
Tips from a Child Psychologist: How to Talk to Your Children About The Boston Marathon
Like most five year olds, my son is just full of questions. But questions about violence are the hardest to answer. I’m rarely at a loss for words, but like most parents, I have struggled to find a way to discuss the Aurora movie theater shootings, the Sandy Hook school shootings and the Boston Marathon […]
Support the Shore #JerseyLove
Will you help me share #JerseyLove? Tourism is big business for New Jersey. Without a strong summer season, many businesses won’t make it through the year. Everyone remembers seeing the destruction Hurricane Sandy caused to so many shore towns in NJ and NY, but there is not as much media coverage of the recover. This has residents […]
Decorating Playrooms with RoomMates Peel and Stick Wall Decor
WRITE ON THE WALLS?!! What?! My mom taught me to NEVER write on the walls but now I can (within limits, specifically circular limits) — How cool is that?! ROOMMATES PEEL AND STICK WALL DECOR I recently received a package of wipeable wall decals from RoomMates Peel and Stick Wall Decor in the shape of circles that […]
Healthing with LYSOL
Those who have not been hit with some kind of sickness, bug or flu this Winter are most likely few and far between. The flu epidemic hit record levels this year. And those of us with kids have been first hand witness how difficult it has been to keep ourselves healthy this season. Illnesses seem […]