A Few of Our Favorite Toys

Spherovelo Ride-On by Early Rider Check out this unique, award-winning, ride-on toy for children ages 12-24 month olds. Winner of the Red Dot Product Design Award 2013, Junior Design Award for Best Toy 2013. Seat height: 7″, Handle bar height: 11″. Made in UK. $120. Available at Fat Brain Toys. Magna-Tiles We bought our set 10 years ago when […]

Is Your Elf on the Shelf Stressing You Out?!

My kids have pretty high expectations this year for our Elf on the Shelf. They’re expecting a pretty high level of creativity from him. A few years ago, they were delighted when he just showed up on a shelf in their room. Now, well, they want mischief and daring. Unlike many of my more creative and […]

Skin Care For Your Preteen

Some days, it is all I can do to not chase them around the house with an anti-acne cleanser, an exfoliator and some Clearasil.

What’s the deal with the teal pumpkins?

One of my friends has 3 children with celiac. Several friends of children with severe allergies. For them, Halloween stinks. For children with allergies or food restrictions, this time of year is especially tough. The Teal Pumpkin Porject offers an alternative for kids with food allergies, as well as other children for whom candy is not […]

How Vocab gets in the Way of Common Sense

Is it really bullying? Is it truly hazing? Does it matter?

Tip: On October 17th, Choose Happiness

A lesson I learned from my mother.

Have Yourself a Harried-Free Halloween

Finding that balance between too much of a good thing and becoming the wicked witch of the house during Halloween takes practice and prep work but it can be done with these tips.

Today I’m Thinking About: Hunger

Abolish the fear of hunger and ensure a healthier future for you and for your kids.