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And For Those Non Nappers, Books For You, Too!

And For Those Non Nappers, Books For You, Too!

Posted on 18. Sep, 2009 by admin.

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Here’s a novel idea – for those nap times that little Johnny just won’t go down for a nap, how about having Winnie the Pooh read him a story? Try the upcoming release called The House at Pooh Corner by AA Milne.
A friend was telling me that her three year old is not napping [...]

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Mo Willems and the Naked Mole Rats

Mo Willems and the Naked Mole Rats

Posted on 15. Sep, 2009 by admin.

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Now this is a book I can really get behind. Mo Willems has such a way with children’s literature and his latest book is no different. Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed is a delight to read for both parents and kids.
Wilbur, a Naked Mole Rat, is unlike the rest of his colony in [...]

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Does This Sound Familiar?

Does This Sound Familiar?

Posted on 03. Sep, 2009 by admin.

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Mommy: “Which one do you want? The pink one or the blue one?”
Baby: “No.”
Mommy: “Look how nice they both are…you can have one – the pink or the blue one”
Baby: “Nooooooooo”
This was the scene behind our front door the other morning as we headed out to the playground. Since it’s cold here most [...]

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Extend the Life of Your Kid's Toys

Extend the Life of Your Kid's Toys

Posted on 01. Sep, 2009 by admin.

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OK, this is simple but incredibly effective. Stash away some of your child’s toys for about a month or two. Then, “re-discover” them, or better yet, systematically place them out for your child to re-discover, and watch their face light up. It’s like finding an old, long lost friend!
I did this for [...]

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Baby Product Recall List

Baby Product Recall List

Posted on 26. Aug, 2009 by admin.

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I was reading the recall notices in this month’s issue of Parents Magazine and thought, “ahh, nothing I have,” but it got me to thinking – do I really know what has been recalled and what hasn’t? Apparently not…I just found out our car seat has been recalled! Yikes.
We have the Maxi [...]

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Pregnant While Chasing a Toddler: Reality Sets In

Pregnant While Chasing a Toddler: Reality Sets In

Posted on 29. Jul, 2009 by admin.

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OMG! When thinking about the whole idea of having a second child, my husband and I forgot a number of crucial data points, which, unfortunately, have now reared their ugly heads. First, exhaustion. I mean, our toddler (20 months, now) is so precocious – she’s in to everything.
It’s fun, at times, to [...]

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Brushing Teeth: Learning to Brush at an Early Age!

Brushing Teeth: Learning to Brush at an Early Age!

Posted on 28. Apr, 2009 by admin.

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At less that two years old, my daughter, who sees me and my husband brushing our teeth each morning (she’s usually asleep by the time we do it at night) has taken a keen interest in the toothbrush.  On a recent playdate, she even convinced her friend to join in on the fun.
Since we’re all [...]

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Cool new designer diaper bag

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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On the quest to find the perfect diaper bag, I found a really cute new style from Oioi.  It’s a little pricey for me but I love the style.   It comes in black, too, which is a great choice if you want a neutral bag, but I really like this canary yellow.  Check it out. [...]

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