Nowadays, sustainability does not only pertain to the environment. It can also be seen in our green playgrounds. Kids get a good time playing while making sure that the environment still stays safe. In 2013, New York City had its first green school playground at the Boerum Hill neighborhood using “green infrastructure”, and the play […]
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Halloween Costumes
I had to laugh when I read my friend Verta’s latest article in NY Family Magazine because it so mirrored my own experience with Halloween. I, too, have one son who hates dressing up in Halloween costumes. Come to think of it, he’s never even wanted his face painted (the closest he got was getting […]
Understanding the Model of Care: Doctor and the Midwife
For many women, there seems to be some confusion over the difference between the practice and role of a midwife versus that of a doctor. While there are some overlapping areas for OBs and midwives – such as they both perform yearly well exams, normal obstetric care, and risk assessment for low risk women, a […]
Breastfeeding Basics – Everything Moms Need to Know: Teleclass Re-cap
This week, we held an important teleclass, generously sponsored by Lansinoh and expertly facilitated by Gina Ciagne, Certified Lactation Counselor and Lansinoh’s Vice President of Healthcare. Participants ended this informative teleclass with practical tips that moms could implement immediately in order to make their breastfeeding experience a positive one for both mom and baby! In case […]
What Should My Baby Be Doing? Part 2
I read all the websites about how a baby is supposed to develop during the first year, but it leaves me more confused than anything. How do I know what my baby should be doing physically – and when I should worry? I hear this question a lot, and with good reason. Not everyone comes […]
Going Green 101 for Families: Teleclass Re-Cap
There is a lot of talk lately about families “going green,” buying organic and living more eco-friendly lives. But what exactly does this mean and how can parents incorporate green living into their day-to-day routines? This week, Mommybites held a very timely and informative teleclass, generously sponsored by Weleda and presented by Green expert and […]
Mommybites Job Connections
Let me start by saying that Mommybites moms rock! We rock as moms, as friends, as wives and as sisters. We rock when we work inside the home and we rock when we work outside the home. And it is because of our moms’ rock star status that many large and small companies email us […]
Adjusting to Play Groups at a New School
My child is starting at a new school. She has gone to play groups, but just with me – never dropped off. What can I expect and how can I make it easier for her (and me)? What an exciting time. Stay calm and positive about the school experience. If you are anxious, she will […]