All moms and soon-to-be moms know how important nutrition is when we’re carrying a precious little life inside us. But, for some of us, preparing for motherhood is just another of your responsibilities. And with all the things we have to do, it’s no wonder we sometimes fail to be …
So, the time has arrived. My daughter is starting school. As a teacher and mom I hoped I would be ok with it but I am just as nervous and worried as everyone else. I thought I would be calm and not worry at all but that is not the …
With Peanut and Pofaroo attending an Eco-School, I’m always looking for easy to use, reusable containers for snacks and lunch. Typically I stick with 2 piece containers (container + lid) but sometimes these can be difficult for Pofaroo to open. Not to mention the search for the lid in the …
I received the book Griffin the Dragon and How to Tame a Bully for review. As a teacher and parent I have read many books on the topic of bullying. Dr. Ken Masks illustrated childrens book, has a positive message for kids about how to deal with and understand bullies. Griffin …
Since becoming a mom, the time I have to myself is limited and opportunities few and far between. From taking Peanut & Pofaroo to school, daycare, camp and activities, adding in work, cooking dinner, grocery shopping, cleaning & laundry and there isn’t much time left for me to relax and …
Being a mother of two, I struggle daily with the challenge of getting my daughter to read on her own while juggling my other duties. However, sometimes I will be lucky enough to find the rare treasure that is both entertaining and exciting, which makes reading not just a fun family …
It’s time to get ready for back to school! With that time of year comes excitement, worry and shopping trips. As school comes so does the worry of what our children really need and what they don’t so that we do not end up buying things that are not necessary. …
It’s but natural for kids to love yummy but not-so-healthy treats. So I thought, instead of buying commercially available kid magnets (aka sweets) from supermarkets, why don’t I make my own healthy version of them instead? Yes, parents can definitely be in control with their kids’ health, not just with …
In this very forward age, I’ve realized that even today’s high chairs should no longer just serve as an aid in feeding babies. Likewise, I should no longer settle for a high chair that is obviously just an elevated form of an adult dining chair, which says little about …