How to eat locally in NYC

Posted on April 24th, 2008 by Nina

It’s one thing to eat badly when its just you but as soon as you are charged with feeding a little, one the stakes are risen. However, buying all organic food isn’t always possible or even the best choice, and in this day and age where we sometimes have too many choices the whole […]

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Linkin’ B’logs: TV Junkies, Candy Junkies, Toxic Bottles

Posted on April 20th, 2008 by Nina

Just cause the last time you sat down to read a newspaper was when “pooped out” still meant tired to you doesn’t mean you can’t stay up to date with what’s going on. We’ve rounded up the top stories you don’t want to miss from the NYC media this week.
Another story in a growing trend […]

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99 Sensory Activities For Any Child

Posted on April 14th, 2008 by mommy

Casey Halper, an Occupational Therapist who works at our school, recently gave a seminar to parents to teach us about sensory balance and activities for a sensory savvy schedule throughout the day. Many kids are now diagnosed with sensory integration issues, but the more I learn about this, the more I find that sensory issues […]

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Young Child Expo and Conference: Parenting Expert Hog Heaven

Posted on April 8th, 2008 by mommy

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In New York we are truly spoiled with access to the best of everything, and when it comes to parenting resources it’s no different. As New Yorkers, when we have parenting issues or want information, we have access to the top experts in the field, and I’m not talking about on our bookshelf—I’m talking about […]

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Linkin’ B’logs: how not to F-up your kids, riding the subway alone, more

Posted on April 6th, 2008 by Nina

Just cause the last time you sat down to read a newspaper was when “pooped out” still meant tired to you doesn’t mean you can’t stay up to date with what’s going on. We’ve rounded up the top stories you don’t want to miss from the NYC media this week.
Your parents f-ed you up and […]

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Why hot tap water is dangerous for kids

Posted on February 3rd, 2008 by Nina

Ever try to save a little time heating water by starting with hot tap water? Apparently, you should never drink or cook with hot water from the tap. According to an article in The New York Times, “hot water dissolves contaminants more quickly than cold water, and many pipes in homes contain lead that can […]

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