Whether it is walking to school or play dates or just walking to the car, it is so important to dress properly in the cold weather. This winter time of year, children can get quite cranky from being stuck indoors all day long, and it is fun to play outside when it snows; however, you […]
Tag: Activities
There are so many activities associated with motherhood – both for mom and baby. Being a mom is wonderful and complex, miraculous at difficult, frustrating and fun – sometimes all at the same time. Our articles discuss not only activities associated with your role as a parent – and tips on rockin them – but also provide plenty of things for you and your littles to do. If you’re looking for events in NY for kids, check out our events page.
Ask Dr. Gramma Karen: Grandchildren Teaching Grandparents
This is an unabridged version of a column I wrote for GRAND Magazine. I hope you enjoy it! After watching her eight-year-old grandson, Mickey, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), Grandma Lee commented that it sure looked like a fun thing to do. Mickey said, “Grandma Lee, I can teach you how to SUP.” And he did. […]
Kicking Endless Gadget Time with Fun Time
Childhood looks so much different now than it did some thirty years ago. Gone are the days when parents have to beg their kids to come back inside for dinner or leave the playground – with the promise that “we will come back tomorrow.” Today, modern parents have to practically shove their children out of […]
Winter Family Fun
Snow days tend to be relaxing, and they can also be fun! You don’t have to stay inside all day because it is snowing and cold outside. It can be especially fun to take your kids out and play in the snow. On snowy days, there are several activities that you can try. However, before […]
Keeping Your Kids’ New Year Resolutions
I am a big breaker of new year resolutions. However, this year’s involved my son, so I am trying my hardest not to break it. He announced on January 1st that his resolution was to “do more cooking with mommy.” Totally adorable and melted my heart. The fact that he used the word “more” was […]
Wheat Germ Waffles with Cinnamon Chips
Are you looking for a healthy way to start the morning? Check out these easy wheat germ waffles with cinnamon chips! Don’t have cinnamon chips? Make the waffles without them or add your own topping such as white chocolate chips or raisins. These waffles are healthy, high in fiber and full of flavor. They are […]
Surviving Car Travel with Squabbling Siblings
Under normal circumstances, normal parents might not consider forcing squabble-prone siblings into a confined area together. Still, we (normal parents) do this over and over, every time we have to get somewhere in the car. Sometimes, that somewhere is an unavoidably very, very long drive away. I’ll first gloss quickly over the options I have […]
Rustic Blueberry Muffins with Avocado Oil
Are you looking for healthy muffin recipe? These muffins are perfect for a cold fall or winter morning or as an afternoon snack! The muffins are low fat and are full of nutritious ingredients. They are delicious by themselves or toasted with some butter or jam. They are also ideal for your child’s lunchbox. I […]