Brooklyn’s Own Mom in Balance
Let’s face it, some sort of a fitness routine should be a necessary part of life as a (happy and functional) mom. It can be hard to go to a gym though, where one may… Read More »Brooklyn’s Own Mom in Balance
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5 Ways Yoga Can Develop Your Child’s Speech and Language Skills
What on earth children’s yoga and speech/language therapy have to do with one another? Well, our contributor Jocelyn M. Wood (bilingual speech language pathologist) tells us about the incredible mental and physical connections. She is… Read More »5 Ways Yoga Can Develop Your Child’s Speech and Language Skills
A Dangerous Summer Stroller Mistake Many Moms Make
We all know about the horror of the hot car mistakes that sweep over so many unfortunate parents’ lives. But did you ever think that putting a thin blanket over the stroller to block shade… Read More »A Dangerous Summer Stroller Mistake Many Moms Make
Breast Pumps to be Pumped About
Let’s not beat around the bush, a breast pump isn’t something you want to think much about, or remember once you’re through with its much-needed help. Many of you reading this will be second or… Read More »Breast Pumps to be Pumped About
Cultivate Summer Brain Gain (Not Drain)
Although we love a break from the grind of the school year, wasting time and/or letting our kids’ brains become soft aren’t really good ideas either. While students are already enjoying their summer break, it… Read More »Cultivate Summer Brain Gain (Not Drain)
Newborns: Reading Their Cues, and Following Their Lead
We’ve all been there- and some of you are there right now. In the thick of trying to decode a newborn (and yourself with the new bundle of joy). Until you’ve been faced with these… Read More »Newborns: Reading Their Cues, and Following Their Lead
Dr. Priya Deshpande – Kidney issues, Hypertension, and Secondary Hypertension
We were lucky enough to catch an interview with the wonderful Dr. Priya Deshpande, MD, at Mount Sinai Doctors Brooklyn Heights. She has been kind enough to answer some really important questions that parents have… Read More »Dr. Priya Deshpande – Kidney issues, Hypertension, and Secondary Hypertension
Perception, Positivity, and a Five Year Old
Do you ever feel like you’re slogging through your days, unsure of whether you’re enjoying your life or just getting through? Contributor, holistic health coach and author April Reigart shares her thoughts on perception, positivity, and… Read More »Perception, Positivity, and a Five Year Old
5 Natural Tummy Ache Remedies
Our Philly editor is spending a few weeks in Central America this summer, and with family travel to other parts of the world, she’s thinking a lot about being careful with her family’s eating and drinking… Read More »5 Natural Tummy Ache Remedies
Nail Salons and Your Health
What says “summer in the city” for so many of us, more than a great pedicure? Now that you are a parent, I’m sure you’ve wondered about the safety and toxicity of your nail polish… Read More »Nail Salons and Your Health