May 17, 2010
What parents haven’t found themselves in this situation? It’s 70-plus degrees outside, and your child is either watching TV, playing video games, or on the computer. You tell your child to get up and go play outside, and they look back at you and say: “There’s nothing to do outside that fun”. We’ve been there many times, but in my house, that problem has been alleviated.[…]
October 2, 2009
For your child, the costume her or she chooses is very important. Are you going out to buy a costume, or are you going to create one from home? They might want to wear a costume that's one of their favorite characters, is considered very cool and "in". […]
August 4, 2009
Can we really be talking about Back to School already? Well, depending on where you live, this is coming as no news to you. For those living in states such as Florida or South Carolina, school starts in early August, while for most of the country, kids go back around the first of September.[…]
June 18, 2009
Chris visited ABC in San Francisco to preview the summers hottest toys.[…]
June 9, 2009
You wouldn't think that there was much difference between bubble solutions, would you? It's just soap and water. So you think. Gazillion Bubbles actually is a better solution. We don't know how they do it, but the bubbles last longer, float higher, and, here's the most important part, are easier for even little kids to get great results with. Plus, it's non-staining. Yes, the solution is a little pricier, but it's worth it. That said, unless you're blowing a pretty bubble or two, these are outdoor[…]
May 15, 2009
Family vacations are what I believe is another cog in the wheel of bringing a family closer through shared experiences. From the time my oldest was 2, we took family vacations every year. When you're traveling with kids, you probably know all too well how imperative it is that you keep your kids entertained, or else there's the possibility of them driving you bananas.[…]
April 21, 2009
What child doesn't love the warm weather? Although most kids love to play and run around outdoors, most parents have found themselves in this situation: Your child is sitting in front of the TV on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, you shut the TV off, and tell your kid it's time to play outside. You child looks at you and says, "There's nothing to do outside." Been there, done that.[…]
March 4, 2009
Here comes Peter Cottontail Hoppin' down the bunny trail. Easter is right around the corner. Easter Bread! Making colored Easter eggs! Easter Egg Hunt! And the Easter Bunny![…]
January 23, 2009
February 14th isn't too far away, and Valentines Day is a special day for the kids. From sending cards to special treats, it's a highlight in the mid-Winter calendar. It's also a time when many parents are looking for alternatives to candy for their kids. Here are some sweet ideas for inexpensive, but fun-filled Valentine's Day toys for your kids.[…]
