Updated for 2019! Looking for fun and unique ways for your kids to celebrate the holidays? Do your kids love arts and crafts? Then you have to check out the upcoming events this November and December at your local Michaels craft store. Since my kids have been old enough to hold a crayon, I have … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! Includes virtual Santa experiences! It’s that time of year again! Santa flies, strolls and parades into malls all across New Jersey. We are lucky to be NJ residents as our selection of malls is vast making the holiday season even more exciting and festive. Although it seems that Santa arrives earlier and … [Read more…]
My kids love playing on their iPad and my iPhone. Since I limit their screen time, I am always looking for apps that offer a fun interactive learning experience as to make the most of this time. I love apps that offer hands-on learning that can be used in conjunction with technology. That is why … [Read more…]
As a mom of 2 boys, you would think my life is all about cars, dinosaurs and bodily functions done at the most inappropriate times (you know what I mean). BUT it’s not! Yes, my boys love playing with dinosaurs, monster trucks and trains, and the word “fart” comes up way more times than I … [Read more…]
Updated for 2021! At Mommy University, we love visiting farms especially farms in NJ! A family or school trip to the farm offers so many amazing developmental benefits as well as fun and exciting adventures. Although we love visiting farms year round, the fall has a special touch of magic. As I scroll through Facebook and Instagram, … [Read more…]
This summer my boys and I decided to delve into the world of Harry Potter. We had planned a trip to Universal Orlando Resort so I thought it would be a good idea to start reading the novels in order to better understand The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Together, we read the illustrated version … [Read more…]
There is a tranquility when riding on a train that I believe is especially increased during the fall. Sitting on a padded seat as you pass fields and trees, the colors of red, orange and yellow blend into the colors we cherish at this time of the year. At Mommy University, we have compiled a … [Read more…]
Take photographs and leave your footprints… One of the greatest experiences we can offer our families is the ability to enjoy the outdoors and appreciate nature. There is a tranquility and balance achieved with each step we take into the woods. New Jersey may be known for being the Garden State, however, it is also … [Read more…]
As a child, my family loved going on vacations close to home as we really enjoyed what the East Coast had to offer. I have very fond memories from my childhood when my mom and dad took us to fun and unique places to explore. One place I remember quite well is Williamsburg, Virginia. I … [Read more…]
“It’s about reinforcing a child’s natural instinct to believe!” –Mario the Magician At Mommy University, we have been fascinated by the idea of magic. The very possibility that what our mind tells us is not logical can be achieved with the snap of two fingers. When our children have the opportunity to witness magic at … [Read more…]