Is Face Painting Dangerous?
It seems like every children’s event these days has an arts and crafts table with a face painter. But, is that face paint safe? Two years ago, I did a post on face paint and… Read More »Is Face Painting Dangerous?
Parenting
Mouth Breathing, Runny Nose, Sinus Issues? Could it Be….?
My dear friend, L., was kind enough to agree to post about her family’s long journey with her son’s language delays and how it related to enlarged adenoids. What a lovely, giving gesture she has… Read More »Mouth Breathing, Runny Nose, Sinus Issues? Could it Be….?
Favorite Places for Families in Greenpoint & Williamsburg
Williamsburg and Greenpoint are fast becoming THE place to raise a family in Brooklyn; between the pool finally opening and a sleuth of amazing places to shop, eat, play and ways to give back- it’s… Read More »Favorite Places for Families in Greenpoint & Williamsburg
Childproofing Heating Pipes: How To and With What?
Whether you live in Brooklyn or Portland, exposed heating pipes in older homes can give kids some nasty burns. The question is: how to do this effectively and also have it look nice? We opted… Read More »Childproofing Heating Pipes: How To and With What?
What Does Your Family Stand For?
We made one small change in our family routine this summer- but it has made a big difference in our family dynamic. It has truly altered our attitudes as we start our day. It all… Read More »What Does Your Family Stand For?
Paid Sick Times Act: Does it Make Sense?
A flu or child’s cold cost one million people in NYC a day’s pay…and for some it can cost them their job. Parents shouldn’t have to choose between their health and their job. If the… Read More »Paid Sick Times Act: Does it Make Sense?
No Shushing at This Movie Series
As convenient as Netflix is, nothing beats seeing a movie in the theater…..but with your baby? Thanks to a new group of movie-loving parents, you can forget having to hire a babysitter in order to… Read More »No Shushing at This Movie Series
Thinking of Homeschooling? You Aren’t Alone- So Are A Lot of Parents
Finding the right school in Brooklyn is stressful: whether you are shocked by the high cost of private school or frustrated by double booked seats at the best public schools or just the lack of… Read More »Thinking of Homeschooling? You Aren’t Alone- So Are A Lot of Parents
Dropping Naps: When, Why and What Next?!
All parents love nap time. It is essential for kids and for us. So, what do you do when your toddler decides to drop her one and only nap? It can happen for kids aged… Read More »Dropping Naps: When, Why and What Next?!
How Much Milk Does a Baby Need?
Is there some magic way to determine how much milk your baby needs when it’s nursing? Is it the same for a baby who is drinking formula? It’s a question that many new parents ask… Read More »How Much Milk Does a Baby Need?