For many kids, summer fun just wouldn’t be fun without a big outdoor bubble party! But before you go out and buy a pricey bubble-blowing machine, why not give making your own bubble formula a try? It’s cheap, easy and may even make bigger bubbles than the storebought kind. You…
Whether you react with joy or dread when the holidays and all of its hosting rigors roll around depends on how well you prepare and plan for them. Unexpected guests may show up at any given time, whether they’re brought along by other family members or friends, or they simply…
If you have daughters, then you might be tired of all things Disney princess, pink, girly and so on. But have you ever stopped to think about the impact the girly-girl culture might have later on in life? Peggy Orenstein has, and she’s written the new book, Cinderella Ate My…
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the cost of raising a child can be an estimated $200,000… not including the price of college. With those kinds of expenses, it behooves you to cut your costs wherever you can. Most people don’t realize how very simple saving a buck can…
Hanukkah is here, and that means sinking your teeth into those traditional Hanukkah foods. While favorites such as potato latkes, donuts, cheese blintzes and other foods fried in oil are delicious on the lips, they’re also heavy on the hips and the heart. So why not lighten up this Hanukkah?…
As much as we want to teach kids to be colorblind and oblivious to other people’s differences, kids are wired to notice when people don’t look, act or live the same way they do. Even babies can recognize physical differences in people when they’re shown pictures. But what they’re not…
Looking for an inexpensive fun way to get your family into the holiday spirit? Read between the lines. In addition to creating a family tradition that will provide your children with a lifetime of memories, you’ll also be benefitting your child. Experts say that reading to your children aloud is…
Do you earn an ‘F’ when it comes to shopping for school supplies? This year, get more for your money and send them to school with everything they need. First, take an inventory of the items that you have lying around in playrooms, bedrooms or offices. You may have enough…
Protein is an important part of every child’s diet; however, some parents believe that their children may not be receiving enough of it. Surprisingly, your child is probably getting more than enough. Why Is Protein Important for the Body? You may be wondering why protein is important. Protein does several…
Fiber is an important nutrient that keeps your child’s intestines working comfortably. Foods that are good sources of fiber are beneficial because they are filling and therefore discourage overeating. High fiber foods stay in the stomach longer and require more chewing; prolonged chewing will help satisfy your child’s appetite. Research…