Reposting this old post as I found it hilarious. I’m not sure who the original author was. _______________ I know that you love both your kids equally. I know that your heart has an… Read More »Top 10 Reasons You Secretly Like the Second Kid Better
Talking to people sucks. The fact that you and some other person both have children does not automatically mean you will connect on any level. But because your kids are friends, or because you… Read More »The Introverted Parent’s Guide to Play Dates
A lot of poison ivy actually. I have noticed it a lot more this year and tried to warn others, but today I decided I should really put something on this site about it. That… Read More »Poison Ivy Spotted in Prospect Park
Shahar Lion is a social worker and yoga teacher specializing in counseling new and expecting moms. She reminds us of the importance of finding support when establishing your new identity as a mother. Often, pregnant… Read More »Finding the Mother Within: Adjusting to Motherhood
Lou Lou and Pea are the two creative yet different friends at the heart of Jill Diamond’s debut hit Lou Lou and Pea and the Mural Mystery and now the sequel, Lou Lou and Pea… Read More »Interview with Lou Lou and Pea Creator Jill Diamond
What is the Summer Slide, and How Can It Be Prevented? Bianca Corozzo, Founder of H&B Learning, explains the summer slide, and how to keep our vacationing childrens’ minds nimble, lively and engaged while school’s… Read More »What is the Summer Slide, and How Can It Be Prevented?
As a mom and former preschool teacher I have always loved watching children create art using recycled or natural materials. After finding out that One World Project, founded by Joanne Derwin, hosts an annual… Read More »The Not a Box Festival: Imagination with Upcycling
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I find fun, indoor activities are sometimes difficult for me to come up with, especially at a moment’s notice. When we are stuck inside, because of bad weather, a flight delay, nap time schedules or… Read More »Make a Sculpture – A Dramatic Imagination Game
All sunscreens are not created equal. There are many out there that contain ingredients that are toxic and dangerous to our kids. But, never fear, we’ve done the research for you. First—and this may seem obvious—you… Read More »Our Picks for Safest Summer Sunscreens!