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For new parents, picky eating is especially frustrating and confusing and, at times, heart breaking. It’s tough. But, and as a mom with a toddler who’s been there (and is still “there” from time to time), I’m hear to tell you that while tough, it’s (or, picky eating) not impossible. Based upon my experiences, here …

Sometimes we just want to pass on spending money on a costume that will get worn once, maybe twice. There are creative ways to dress up your child for Halloween, plays, events or even just as a fun activity on a rainy day. Here are some we have made or seen that are worth passing …

Ever since reading the blog: Play At Home Mom I have been obsessed with obtaining a light table.  I also decided I wanted to go big since the table could become a multifunctional craft/train table for us.  Unfortunately going big meant forking out over $500 for this table at constructiveplaythings.com.  Even if I somehow rationalized …

Baby Proofing is one of the most important things you can do for your child. Here are some Baby Proofing tips to get you started and to keep you staying current with some of the baby proofing essentials. Getting started: Floor/lower areas: Houseplants: Furniture: Fireplaces: Appliances: Kitchen/Bathroom: Windows: Baby gates: Other Ideas and Daily Reminders:

The pull-ups are packed, the extra clothes are labeled, the extra security blanket is ready, and your emotions have been rocked… It’s preschool time! Your baby is not a baby anymore. That hits hard, huh? It did for me. Twice now. With all the new preschoolers headed to the first day of school- literally- here …

I’m totally ready to ditch my diaper bag. It’s an idea I’ve been toying with for a couple of months. My oldest is nearly 4 years old, and the baby is 16 months, and I don’t really need to lug around a diaper bag full of supplies anymore. All I really need is a spare …

Do you have a hard time going to museums because your kids want to touch everything or worse climb it?  Then I have the perfect place for you.  Two weekends ago we travelled to St Louis for the day.  Had a nice picnic beneath the Arch and instead of waiting in line to go to …

What are your favorite outdoor games to play with your kids? Here are my favorites! Street Soccer Street soccer is an informal version of soccer with goal posts made of two trees, chalk lines or even trashcans. Chalk Games Create a game of tic-tac-toe, hopscotch, or sidewalk darts (draw a large dart board and toss …

Playtex Baby has teamed up with Celebrity Nursery Designer Mary Bauer. You may have heard of her before, or maybe you’ve heard of her (awesome) business Bratt Décor. I most certainly have but then again I’m a design-crazed mama (and I kind of want to have a few more kids just so I can design …

With technology booming, reading is even more important than ever. As a parent of an 8-year-old, I’m constantly faced with questions like “can I play Wii?” instead of “can I sit down with a book?” Here are some ways I try to stay on top of the importance of reading with my kids. 1. Consistency …

I’m only speaking out of experience here, I’m not an expert but I’ve been through this enough times that I’d like to think I have some things figured out. We all know that every baby is different; they each have their own likes and dislikes and have no problem letting you know how they feel …

  Dear Claw Machine, I just want to let you know that we are NOT friends.  We have never been friends.  We will never be friends.  I would like you to leave me and my family alone.  Stop using your magical powers to draw in my kids to play you.  Sure they like you.  They …