A Review of the Children’s Museum of Manhattan New York evokes thoughts of museums, stunning architecture and cultural institutions. As much as I love bringing young children to these locations, spaces that are designed for them are still needed and beneficial. Children still need to run, move and play. Children’s museums place emphasis on hands-on … [Read more…]
My family and I recently returned from our first family vacation at Universal Orlando Resort. We had visited once before 4 years ago but only spent the day at Islands of Adventure, and the boys were too young to remember much. Due to our very limited experience with Universal parks, I felt we were true … [Read more…]
My family absolutely loves visiting aquariums. We love learning about new sea creatures, enjoying hands-on activities like petting stingrays and making family memories. That is why when we decided to take a short trip to Myrtle Beach we knew we had to visit Ripley’s Aquarium. Located right on Broadway at the Beach, Ripley’s Aquarium offers … [Read more…]
I am sure you have heard the buzz by now that a Solar Eclipse will be taking place on Monday, August 21, 2017, but did you know that there are several places to observe this phenomenon right here in New Jersey? For those that don’t know, a solar eclipse is when the moon passes between … [Read more…]
“I feel like spinning When I see balloons,” Laurie Berkner When music intersects with culture, unique moments occur. On July 28th, Laurie Berkner opened the Quick Chek NJ Festival of Ballooning taking the stage for what is the first musical headliner for young children. The Queen of Children’s Music has been creating songs that has had … [Read more…]
My kids absolutely LOVE Diggerland USA. Well what little boy wouldn’t love riding in and driving real construction vehicles? I have to admit, I really enjoy driving the trucks too! We have been visiting Diggerland USA for the past few summers, and it never disappoints. We have so much fun riding the classics, but really … [Read more…]
Encouraging my children to develop an appreciation of the outdoors has just been made easier with a visit to the Arboretum at Penn State. Located walking distance from the roaring sounds of the crowd at the Beaver Stadium and the divine ice cream of Berkey Creamery, this secluded space has a tranquility that is surprising … [Read more…]
This school year, we are very excited to partner with amazing companies such as Crayola, Bixbee, Nalgene, Creativity for Kids, Faber Castell and BUILT New York. to bring you amazing back to school products that will get your kids excited about going back to school! I can’t believe it but it is already that time … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to be sponsored by Genius of Play to bring you this post. All opinions expressed are completely my own. The Genius of Play, an organization that encourages families to make play an important part of a child’s life, recently asked some compelling questions to parents. One that particularly struck me … [Read more…]
Let’s Go Fishing! Recently, we held our first casual and outdoor birthday party. Unlike previous celebrations, I wanted the focus to remain on friends playing and hanging out together. With a fishing theme, the kids were pretty much focused on swimming in the lake; however, I still wanted one craft. In my mind, I designed … [Read more…]