Parenting

I know that many mothers who breast feed are adamant about the health benefits that they believe come with this choice. I can't say that I exactly agree with the concept of extended feeding and choosing to wean a child later though. The…

Beer and hot wings are a football game staple for adults, but what do you serve for the younger football fans at the party?  For this Sunday’s Super Bowl skip the pizza delivery and get creative and get the kids involved with these…

When you discover you’re pregnant the big question on many people’s mind is “are you going to breast feed?” I know for myself the natural answer was “of course”. People talk that breast is best and all the benefits of having your child be…

Daycare centers & schools are the #1 way to spread germs and during the cold and flu season that is the last thing any parent wants. It’s hard to be 100% sure that your kiddos won’t get sick but there are some steps you can take to…

As the weather around here gets ickier the urge to prepare the care for emergency situations nags at my mind. You never know what can happen on icy roads and with kids often in the car I won’t chance it. Check your car seats: Double and…

As parents it’s hard to go out on new years. Often times you’ll need an over night babysitter or a sitter that can stay with your children well into the wee hours. So let’s say you’re not planning on paying an arm and a leg for such a…

Now that the holidays have come and gone my house looks like Fisher Price threw up in it. We are up to our eyeballs in new (and old) toys. During this time of year, with my son’s birthday being in October, I do my best to purge our toys…

Recently an expectant mom friend of mine posted on her facebook: “Mom friends, I need stroller help!”. Her dilemma was that she was unsure of what sort of stroller to purchase for her arriving bundle of joy. Which got me thinking, what if…

‘Tis the season for those lovely pictures with Santa! Unless you’ve got a Santa costume stashed in your closet, it’s going to cost you for those priceless photos so here are some suggestions to get the most out of your pictures. There…

This might come as a shock to you, but I challenge you to ‘unplug’. In light of the horrible school shooting in Connecticut this past Friday, I’m calling all parents to re-evaluate the time they spend with their children because…

As the holiday break is approaching moms alike are looking for ways to keep the kiddos entertained…or maybe you are looking for some handmade gifts from your lovely children to give to the grandparents?! Well! Look no farther! Here are…

I love going out to eat. It saves me from making a meal and the food is usually things I wouldn’t think to make on my own accord. On the downside, going out to eat with two toddlers usually doesn’t end well, for anyone. I refused to be…