How many times a week do you look at your Little One and think, “I was just pregnant with you…”? As I stare at my calendar entry that reads “Jaxon’s Graduation,” I find myself inadvertently touching my belly and repeating, “Wasn’t I just pregnant with you?” But the truth is, no, I wasn’t. In fact […]
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The Benefits of BoSoul for the Body and the Mind
*This is sponsored product review Review by Jessica Murphy There seems to be a gym, Pilates/yoga studio, spin class or specialty fitness center on every block in New York City, but that doesn’t mean it is easy to find the perfect class for you or your child. I know scheduling issues, motivation, prices and confidence […]
Getting Your Child to Drink More Water
Parents are inundated with information and promotional information about what to feed their kids. Similarly, kids are dazzled with imagery of high sugar drinks and products that can been damaging to their health in large quantities. Coca-cola, for example, is only just removing brominated vegetable oil from their products – an additive that is also […]
Uber Love
Dear Uber, I love you. The end. What else can I say? I mean, what’s not to love? When my friends in Chicago first told me about you a year ago, I honestly thought you sounded too good to be true. I was wrong. You’re a taxi, car service personal driver all in one. Let’s […]
Travel Safety & Tips for Babies and Toddlers: Teleclass Re-Cap
It’s almost summer – and that means many families are getting ready to hit the road or skies for family trips! Incorrectly installed car seats are the leading cause of death in children under 12. Parents often wonder how to better install car seats in their own cars as well as when traveling in rentals […]
No Bake Energy Treats
Are you looking for a quick and healthy treat in the afternoon? These no bake energy treats take less than ten minutes to prepare and there is no baking necessary! Just prepare and stick them in the fridge. These energy treats are packed with nutrients and healthy ingredients including homemade almond butter, old fashioned oats, […]
Summertime and the Livin’ May Not Be So Easy
In divorced families where there are smoothly-operating custody arrangements and an absence of major conflict between the parents, summertime plans can proceed with few snags. At the other extreme, when there is high conflict between parents, or when one parent lives far away, is not involved with the children on a regular basis, or is […]
After Mother’s Day: Time for A New You?
I hope you were spoiled deliciously on Mother’s Day. I hope your partner kicked off your day with breakfast in bed and showered you with appreciative hugs. I hope your kids presented you with a hand-picked posy and a great card they drew especially for you. And most of all, I hope you took some […]