I hate math. I always have. I feel like I missed some key component in elementary school. Maybe I was sick the day they explained how everything worked. I spent way too long adding and subtracting on my fingers. I remember my mom trying to help me with my homework, but I was so frustrated and insecure … [Read more...]
Maternity Halloween Costume Ideas
October 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Hey expecting moms--don't feel left out this Halloween! You might have to get a little creative to come up with a costume this year. Whether you chose to buy a costume or make one yourself, there are lots of funny ideas out there. Last year, a friend of mine got her inspiration from Juno and she … [Read more...]
Encouraging Creativity in Children
October 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I consider myself to be a very creative person. I strive to allow as much freedom and creativity for my 2 year old daughter. This doesn't always come easy to everybody. If you find that messes bother you and you prefer an orderly environment, you might shy away from encouraging creativity without even … [Read more...]
Sienna’s Stroller for Less!
October 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Check out this cool stroller featured on the Celebrity Baby Blog: "After Miss Julie costars Sienna Miller and Jonny Lee Miller — no relation! — were spotted out for a walk with Sienna’s pup, Bess, and Jonny’s 10-month-old son Buster Timothy on Monday in the West Village. The two actors … [Read more...]
Get Kids Reading!
October 7, 2009 By 7 Comments
Having three young children, I am all too aware of how toys can clutter up a house and take over all the rooms you once thought of as your own. I made a decision a few years ago to buy only (or at least mostly) books as gifts for children. I knew I might not endear myself to the recipients of these gifts … [Read more...]
Halloween Costume Deals
October 6, 2009 By 1 Comment
Looking for a deal on a Halloween costume? You still have time to order and get it in time for the big night. Buycostumes.com has tons of cute costumes for kids, and since they only wear it once or twice you want the best deal you can get! Use coupon code FABU4U during checkout to get 10% off of $50. Here … [Read more...]
Babies Born Today May Live to 100!
October 5, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Here is some encouraging and exciting news! Babies born today will quite possibly live to be 100 on average. Today, more and more people are celebrating their 100th birthdays, but it's still fairly uncommon. "Most babies born in the United States and Western Europe today are expected to live to 100 … [Read more...]
Cute Halloween Costumes for Babies
October 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Now that we're all getting into the fall spirit, it's time to get your Halloween costumes ready! Baby's first Halloween is really more for mom and dad to show off their pride and joy. Luckily there are plenty of really cute Halloween costumes for the tiniest of babies. If you decide to order online, … [Read more...]
Happy October: How to Trick-or-Treat Safely
October 1, 2009 By 1 Comment
October already?! It's hard to believe it. Here in my part of the midwest we had a record breaking summer with the coolest temperatures we've had in years. My daughter is still asking to go to the pool! Instead of mourning our summer, I've decided to throw all of my enthusiasm into fall and Halloween. … [Read more...]
