If you are looking for a unique and engaging Santa Claus experience then make the trip to Freehold! As guests of HGTV Santa HQ, we were able to see what this new fully immersive experience offers children! While the HGTV Santa HQ existed in ten locations last year, it has been added to five new … [Read more…]
Updated for 2019! As soon as Thanksgiving ends, there is an absolute magic surrounding us as we approach the holiday season. Whether you celebrate Christmas or Chanukah, there is this warmth in the air despite the cold nights. Families flock to venture outside in search of celebrating, and one of the premiere activities to attend … [Read more…]
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…]
Sometimes traveling with a special needs child, teen or adult family member requires a great deal of advanced planning. Rather than scheduling a weeklong getaway, try a special needs night hosted by SAMBULANCE. Special Evenings at Sam’s (SEAS) are designed to cater to the unique challenges of special needs individuals. Each event provides a comfortable and … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to renew our partnership this season with WP Presents! In exchange for tickets to performances, we are so happy to be able to bring you all the entertainment this season as well as our honest review of the shows. The music of John Williams has transported us to fly on … [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…]