Bright lights, loud music, big crowds! These are all things we have become accustom to when attending an event, concert or even a museum. For many, this is just par for the course, but for families with children that have special needs, this can be a nightmare. Kids (and adults) with sensory issues often miss … [Read more…]
We are so excited to continue our partnership with WP Presents so we can bring you information about all their family friendly events! A little over 5 years ago, for my son’s 2nd birthday, we took him to his first concert, Imagination Movers. After watching the show every day on Disney Junior, his favorite characters … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! One of my favorite holiday activities is making crafts. In addition to the many we make at home, I love taking my boys to events that offer fun and unique holiday crafting experiences. Each year we make colorful holiday creations that are perfect for decorating and giving to family members as gifts. … [Read more…]
Mommy University is excited to partner with Hayneedle.com to help families get organized! As a mom of 2 boys, I find that I am always stepping on something, picking something up or trying to find a good spot to store new and old toys. I have been looking for quite some time for a way … [Read more…]
I absolutely LOVE seeing the leaves change colors in the fall. My boys and I often go for nature walks to point out all the colors we see while collecting leaves of all shapes and sizes. For the past several years, we have turned these leaves into fun learning activities and crafts. I love how … [Read more…]
There are so many food allergies and aversions these days that Halloween has become difficult for kids and parents. As the little ghosts and goblins make their way around the neighborhood, they happily fill their buckets with yummy treats; however, the sad reality is that many kids can’t eat half of what they collect. This … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to be chosen to help spread the word about Crayola Color Wonder. The Crayola product, information and contest rules have been provided by Crayola; however, all opinions expressed are my own. Remember that time when your son colored all over the walls in your living room? Or how about that time … [Read more…]
Updated for 2019! One of the reasons we joined was for the fun events the Cub Scouts partake in. My son came home from school one day and said, “Mom, I have to join the Cub Scouts. They get to sleep on a battleship!” He was sold, and so was I. Who wouldn’t love to … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to partner again this season with The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey. They offer a family-friendly environment perfect for a child’s first theatre experience as well as for children with some sensory needs. In exchange for tickets to each performance, we are so happy to be able … [Read more…]
We are so excited to partner with Field Station: Dinosaurs to bring you information on their brain boosting events and experiences. The fall weekends are not just for ghosts and goblins in NJ! This October, families can enjoy a spooktacular evening with their favorite dinosaurs at Field Station: Dinosaurs. At Dinosaurs After Dark, which takes … [Read more…]