Archive for May, 2010

Call for Ban of Drop Side Cribs

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

If your child is using a crib or you are in the market for a crib the numerous recalls this past year can leave you feeling concerned.  Just last week Senator Gillibrand of New York called for the ban of drop side cribs because of the number of recalls associated with this type of crib [...]

Creating Memories

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Do you ever look at your children with amazement over how fast they are growing? Over how fast the time is passing?  In the moment the things our kids are doing and saying are foremost on our minds.  We aren’t always mindful that if we flash forward two years many of the details may escape [...]

Are You Raising Kids Who Can’t Play?

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

Studies are confirming that good old-fashioned play is becoming an endangered pastime for today’s kids.  Just look at these statistics from the article by Michele Borba, Ed.D:

Since the late 1970s there’s been a 25 percent drop in free play

In the same time there has been a 50 percent drop in unstructured outdoor activities while at [...]

May is Get Caught Reading Month

Monday, May 17th, 2010

Get Caught Reading your favorite book this month, and help remind kids and adults alike how much fun it is to read!  If you are having a hard time getting your kids interested in reading, click here to read 10 easy tips you can do today that will help encourage a love of reading from [...]

Love Yourself First and Everything Will Fall Into Place

Monday, May 10th, 2010

Mom’s, now is the time to put ourselves first.  I know it is hard, with everything we have to do everyday, squeezing any time for ourselves is a challenge.  But, it is so important.  When we put ourselves first and love ourselves, we are able love our families and come much closer to leading more [...]

Ode to Mom

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

Soon after the birth of my first child, I came across this story in BrainChild Magazine that gave me more smiles than anything else and continues to make me laugh on the inside every time I think of it or read it.  So for my mother’s day gift to you, here is If You Give [...]

Great Hotels-Spring/Summer Blog Series

Friday, May 7th, 2010

Traveling is one of my favorite things to do, besides going to the spa.  So, over the next few weeks, as summer approaches, I am going to be giving you my two cents on great places to stay around the globe.  Whether you are planning a family vacation or a romantic getaway for two with [...]

May Is National Bike Month

Friday, May 7th, 2010

I just love National Bike Month!  With the sun shining more, the temperature getting warmer and the birds chirping away, bike riding is a great way to enjoy nature while getting some exercise for yourself and the whole family!
To celebrate National Bike Month, here are 10 things you can do:

Buy a bike and helmet for [...]

Cinco de Mayo Party!

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

If you are like me, then you love to party, listen to great music and eat!  Well today is a great day to do all three since it is Cinco de Mayo.  Here are a few fun tips to have a festive day with your family!
For dinner and cocktails, you can’t go wrong with any [...]

Super Cute Mother’s Day Locket-DIY

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010

What a great idea!  I found these adorable make your own matchbox lockets at Lilly Cakes and what a wonderful gift giving treasure!  Everyone will love these as a gift for Mother’s Day (or any day.)  And  I was even thinking of using the idea as a family craft project where one is made of [...]