As I sat in the audience of my friend’s dance recital, I stared at a word beautifully projected on the backdrop. At that moment, I realized the profound importance and meaning of this word. We have all seen it. We have all used it. After today, however, this small word will forever have a new … [Read more…]
While we get to enjoy all the seasons in New Jersey (sometimes even in the same month), there is a transformation that takes place with Memorial Day weekend. The simple little pleasures are celebrated as we welcome summer! As we shed our coats and protective layers, we need to remember that there is so much … [Read more…]
I have always loved finding the important life lessons in Disney movies. Whether it’s to “just keep swimming,” “hakuna matata” or seeing the importance of “Ohana,” Disney knows how to promote life lessons by using humor and pulling at your heart-strings. For those that are young or just young at heart, Disney movies invoke feelings … [Read more…]
We are incredibly excited to partner with Little Bites to bring you a review and giveaway for their new Snackin’ Bites! My kids LOVE Entenmann’s Little Bites muffins. In fact, we go through at least 3 boxes a week. We have them for breakfast and snack, at home and on the road. We even bring … [Read more…]
My son and I are both allergic to mosquitoes. Just one bite can turn a fun night or day trip into an itchy, painful nightmare. I have tried a variety of mosquito repellents, but none seem to do the job effectively. That is why I was so excited to learn about a new wearable mosquito … [Read more…]
From crib to the toddler room, Mommy University discusses suggestions on how to select a good daycare. For some families enrolling children in a daycare may be a choice they embrace or one they reluctantly accept. Trusting a non-family member to look over the care, nurturing and educational environment for our child is stressful, and … [Read more…]
Since my first son was around 18 months old, we have been taking family vacations at Hersheypark. We have stayed at all 3 Hershey resorts as well as several other very nice hotels in the area. We have also experienced Hershey during 3 out of 4 seasons (we still need to check out springtime in … [Read more…]
When my daughter was diagnosed with autism I always wondered how I would tell her big brother. As my son grew older, he heard words such as “autism” and “special needs” and began to ask questions. I always tried to simplify everything by saying, “Your sister has special needs.” I did not really focus on … [Read more…]
Giving back to the community is how a friend and colleague described the first smile a baby provides their parent. After all the tireless nights, tears, and adjustment to a newborn, a smile has a deeper meaning for first time parents. The smile expresses connection and a milestone. In the modern child’s life, milestones are … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! Spring brings rain, but it also brings a sense of renewal. Many rites of spring celebrate traditions created hundreds of years ago. Whether you visit with the Easter Bunny on a train ride, slide down the bunny hole or check out some very cool egg hunts, Easter offers wonderful opportunities to continue … [Read more…]