For the Love of a Button Book
We read lots of books for review at A Child Grows. I try to put round-ups together to include the review books with others that I buy or read from the library. I often include… Read More »For the Love of a Button Book
Interview with One of Brooklyn’s Most Unique Camps: Camp Maritime (Sponsored)
This is no other camp like Camp Maritime. Even though we are on the coast, Brooklynites don’t usually think of ourselves as being so close to beaches or as having easy access to water sports.… Read More »Interview with One of Brooklyn’s Most Unique Camps: Camp Maritime (Sponsored)
What to Eat When Trying to Get Pregnant, According to a Dietitian
by Jill Hickey, RDN Diet culture is alive and well in 2023. From keto to cleanses, we’re still being fed a steady stream of advice on how to eat and when to eat. When you’re… Read More »What to Eat When Trying to Get Pregnant, According to a Dietitian
How Do Brooklyn Camps Choose Counselors?
I’ve always wondered how our favorite Brooklyn camps find and choose such great counselors every year. So we asked the camps represented in our sponsored camp expo. Here are their answers. How do you find/choose… Read More »How Do Brooklyn Camps Choose Counselors?
The 3 Gifts To Give YOURSELF This Mothers Day!
Mothers Day. A time for flowers, brunch, hopefully a day relatively off where you can do what you enjoy. This Mother’s Day give yourself a REAL gift. One that will last! Do a few things… Read More »The 3 Gifts To Give YOURSELF This Mothers Day!
Our Interview with Curious Jane
You know we love our local camps and Curious Jane Camp is one of the most original. Yes, this interview is sponsored, but that doesn’t mean we don’t want to learn all about their awesome… Read More »Our Interview with Curious Jane
The Best 2023 Easter Egg Hunts In and Near Brooklyn
Some great 2023 April Easter Egg Hunts are starting April 1st! Trinity Grace Church Egg Hunt at Prospect Park. An annual outdoor scavenger hunt looking for a unique set of colorful Easter egg posters —… Read More »The Best 2023 Easter Egg Hunts In and Near Brooklyn
2023 Spring Break Camps
Hi, I’m over here checking every day for crocus in my garden….no crocus yet, but it is already time to plan for Spring Break. Hopefully by the time it gets here we will have daffodils.… Read More »2023 Spring Break Camps
Camps and COVID Precautions: Where Do We Stand Now?
Many of us are tired of worrying about COVID and just want our kids to get out there and learn and have fun. Others of us have a vulnerable family member or family member suffering… Read More »Camps and COVID Precautions: Where Do We Stand Now?
Chelsea Piers to Offer New Summer Camp Experiences in Brooklyn (Sponsored)
In June 2023, Chelsea Piers Brooklyn will open with premier gymnastics, soccer and swimming facilities in a 60,000 square foot location at 595 Dean Street. The Olympic-level gymnastics training center will include all equipment for… Read More »Chelsea Piers to Offer New Summer Camp Experiences in Brooklyn (Sponsored)