I love going to the movies. Before I had kids, I’d to go to the movies a lot (even by myself sometimes). But after having kids,I started going less and less. The movies started late, so I chose sleep over going. Not to mention, my husband and I have very different tastes: he likes romantic […]
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.
Think Yourself Healthy in 2013
It’s not too late for a healthy 2013! New Year’s has come and gone and unfortunately, so have many of our resolutions. Statistics show that by now, most have either ditched their vows to eat healthy and lose weight altogether or have fallen a bit too far off course. So perhaps we’ve been approaching this all […]
Wheat Germ Pancakes
I made wheat germ pancakes on a whim one morning when on a quest for something healthy, hearty and sweet for breakfast. These pancakes are super healthy and taste sweet and slightly crunchy. The key to a slight crunch is placing the already cooked pancakes in the oven on a very low temperature while you […]
Readers Respond to My Holiday Columns
Dear Readers, The Mommybites staff informs me that my 11/27/12 column, “Grandparents Grapple with Question: Is Santa Claus Real?” generated a lot of interest. Several readers said that it doesn’t really matter what the grandparents think, should their grandson raise the Santa Claus question because, as expressed by one reader: “The question poses a bigger problem […]
What to Do with Old Plastic Toys?
Ah, the holidays. It’s a time of family, food, vacations and gift giving. As we come off a week or so break from school and are trying to get our lives back into some sort of order, we often take stock of the kids’ loot they received over the holidays. Many times there is tons […]
Teaching Leadership and Solidarity through Soccer
By Carlos Moreira “Coach, what do I do?” an eight-year-old asks me as his team loses the soccer ball to the opposing team. “Figure it out,” they hear me say. Without missing a beat, he turns back to his team and says, “Okay, we’re changing our game plan. We have to make the defense […]
Wood-Burning Fireplaces and Their Pollution
We undoubtedly have all languished in front of a fireplace during the cold winter months and enjoyed the experience immensely. A fireplace burning bright during the holidays is also an age-old tradition that has us making s’mores, warming our hands after playing in the snow and reading while enjoying a favorite beverage. Not once did […]
Healthfully Making it Through the Holidays
As the holiday season is upon us, there’s a buzz in the air. Whether you celebrate one holiday or another – or don’t celebrate at all – the energy in the air this time of year still has its affect on all of us. From extra sweets lying around the office, to the kids pleading […]