First-time mothers often have a lot of planning and decision-making to do before the arrival of the newborn baby. One of those plans must include packing the maternity hospital bag to take to the delivery room. Here is a checklist of labor bag necessities and items that will be needed either during labor or immediately […]
Review of the Ouch Pouch
I received the Ouch Pouch in the mail at the perfect time. The Ouch Pouch is a clever pouch designed to hold your first aid items when you are away from home. It comes in cute, trendy fabrics and is available to order from the Ouch Pouch site. My house is in chaos, due to […]
Easy and Natural Sore Throat Home Remedies
A sore throat can be caused by a viral infection, by bacteria or by allergies and irritation. Whatever the cause, these natural remedies can help to relieve symptoms even if you have to take medication. Some bacterial infections must be treated with antibiotics, but you can still use these simple natural sore throat remedies to […]
Go Green with Bumboosa ™ Bamboo Baby Products – A Review
Bamboo is increasingly becoming the fiber of choice for eco-friendly textiles and clothing. Bamboo fibers are 100% biodegradable and since bamboo doesn’t need any replanting, it is a natural winner for green living enthusiasts. The benefits of bamboo are many and have been incorporated successfully by the Bumboosa ™ range of baby care products. As […]
Helping Moms to Lose Weight and Stay Healthy – A Review of Stroller Strides and an Interview with Lisa Druxman
Moms need to stay healthy and fit, not only for themselves but also to set the right example for their kids. Stroller Strides is a fun, stroller-based exercise program that helps mothers to shed weight, get fit and bond with their babies as well. Designed by Lisa Druxman, a mom and a fitness professional, the […]
Develop Healthy Eating Habits in Kids with the Super Healthy Kids’ Plate – A Review
Eating healthy and balanced meals can be taught to kids right from the start. Healthy habits are learnt and if parents have the right tools, then this learning can be easy and fun. The Healthy Habits sectioned plate designed by Amy Roskelley from Super Healthy Kids is one such child-friendly tool that will make eating […]
Nerf Weather Blitz Flag Football Set
We all remember the days of playing flag football with strips of a torn t-shirt stuck in our pants dangling like a tattered kite tail. The thrill of the tackle, but in a safe manner via the flags that dangled like tails. Now flag football has gone upscale thanks to the pros at Nerf! About […]
Make Feeding Baby Easy and Encourage Self-Feeding in Toddlers with Baby Dipper® – A Review
Moms of babies and toddlers know how tough it is to feed a baby with one hand while holding another or to teach a toddler to eat independently using regular cutlery or feeding bowls. The Baby Dipper® will change all of that. Really. When I got the opportunity to review this unique baby and toddler […]
Book Review-Outdoor Parents, Outdoor Kids, A Guide to Getting Your Kids Active in the Great Outdoors
Overview of Outdoor Parents, Outdoor Kids Mr. Buchanan surprised me in the beginning by using humor to get the point across that when you have children, you are not handicapped, but just put into a slower gear. Your activities change a bit for a season, but there are many ways to involve your children as […]
Encouraging Children to Stay Healthy – A Review of The Activators and an Interview with Eric Grindler aka The Activator
Keeping kids healthy and fit is no easy task. With the Internet being a part of homes across the globe, kids are spending more time looking at the screen rather than being outside playing and having fun. However, if you can find websites that encourage children to actually go outside and play, you may have […]
Delicious Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars
Looking for a new recipe for your rhubarb? These delicious rhubarb oatmeal bars have the perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors. With a reduced amount of sugar from the original recipe and whole wheat flour, they’re a healthier choice for dessert. Recipe Ingredients for the Crust 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned or quick oats ½ […]
Breast Milk is Better Than Formula
Parents always want what is best for their children. In some cases, this involves breast feeding versus formula. Some say it doesn’t matter which is used while several experts, such as Marilyn Poston, a lactation consultant and registered nurse, informs her patients that breast milk is much healthier than formula. But outside of expert advice, […]
