Best Summer Health and Safety Gear for Kids
It’s summer, and we all know what that means: barbecues, camp, parties, beaches—and sunburns, stings and sand in all your cracks. To combat the season's little annoyances (bug bites) and major dangers...
View ArticleEco-Friendly Back to School Supplies
[UPDATED: August 10, 2012] Did you know that the typical American family generates 4,320 pieces of trash annually during lunchtime? Yikes! If we all do our part we can change that number...
View ArticleHow to Make a Free Photo Booth for a Kids' Party
For the past few years, I have dreamed about having a party with a photo booth. Not only does it seem like a fun party activity, but the guests end up with great favors: The funny photos that show...
View ArticleBack to School Apps for Parents
So, you're off and running. Brand new backpacks and bento boxes. Everyone's shoes fit. Jackets are at the ready for those cool mornings at the bus stop. And there you all stand. Waiting. And...
View ArticleBuying a Stroller in NYC: 10 Must-Ask Questions
Buying a stroller just may be the most important baby purchase a New York City parent makes. After all, a stroller in NYC gets a serious daily workout as you take your tot to visit wonderful parks and...
View Article30 School Lunch Ideas for Lunches Kids Will Actually Eat
So we're a few weeks into the school year; how's lunch going? If you're packing a lunch from home, chances are you started off the year full of terrific ideas (perhaps from our Back-to-School Guide?),...
View Article6 NYC Services that Make Parents' Lives Easier: Shopping, Laundry & Odd Jobs...
Ever since welcoming my third child last year, I feel as though I've been treading water. I'm never quite able to get ahead of the mountain of chores at home. So one of my New Year's resolutions is to...
View ArticleBest Name Labels for Camp and School Gear
It's just one of those mundane chores that needs to be done, labeling every article of clothing, towel, backpack and object that will travel with your child to camp or back to school in the hopes that...
View ArticleBaby Safety: Top NYC Babyproofing Companies
Whether you're an expectant mom or veteran parent, nothing can be more overwhelming than the thought of figuring out how to babyproof your New York City apartment. So in recognition of Baby Safety...
View ArticleChuze: A Free Grocery Shopping and Coupon App That Helps Save Time and Money
This post is sponsored by Chuze, but the opinions are those solely of the author.When it comes to running errands and shopping for my family, I’m a master coupon clipper and list maker—but remembering...
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