Saving on Summer Camps

Summer camp season is on its way! Every kid in this region looks forward to these summer days of fun in the warm sun! Summer camps are an excellent way for kids to experience many exciting outdoor activities that they might not otherwise have the opportunity to do. Read More »

Learning to Swim - 4 Gifts in 1

Water quenches our thirst; grows our food and cleans our world. It can also nourish our soul as source of relaxation and joy many times over the course of a lifetime. Whether dip in the pool with friends, a trip to the lake or ocean with family, or a going on a cruise, the difference between joy and fear around water is often just one thing - learning to swim. Read More »

Washington Pavilion: March Feature

The Washington Pavilion offers something for everyone. Take a look at all they have to offer! Read More »

How to Talk to Teens about their Future

With the New Year well underway, it’s a great time to reassess how those goals are progressing and maybe make a few adjustments. If one of your resolutions was to talk to your teen about their future, now is a great time to do so. Read More »

Traveling with Toddlers

Summer vacations are on the horizon! In many ways, I think the same selective memory many mothers experience with child birth applies to vacations. We have fond memories of swimming at the lake, sitting by a fire and watching fireworks. What we fortunately block out are the long car rides with fussy children relentlessly asking if we are there yet. Read More »

Nurture Your baby Through Baby Wearing

Baby carriers are an important tool in any parent's toolbox. Today, there are a variety of baby carriers available that can meet every caregiver's style. Read More »

Easy Beef Recipes

Are you tired of the same old recipes? If you’re looking to change things up and want to keep your family happy too, check out these simple recipes! Read More »

DIY Felt Notebooks

Whether it is at summer camp, on a trip with grandparents or just on a special adventure they have created themselves, kids LOVE to hang on to their treasures and mementos. My kids bring home endless amounts of notes, papers, pictures and trinkets that remind them of the fun times they have had. But usually they come home shoved in pockets or at the bottom of their backpacks. Read More »

Autism and ADHD: When to Test

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and non-verbal communication. Autism affects an estimated 1 in 59 children. Many people with Autism also have sensory issues, such as aversion to certain sights, sounds and other sensations. Signs of autism usually appear by age 2 to 3 but can start as early as 6 months of age. Read More »

Childbirth Class: Necessary or Skip It?

When you find out you’re pregnant, the to-do list seems to grow every day. Between researching car seats, creating a registry and pouring over the baby name list, it may be tempting to just skip the childbirth classes. But that may not be the best idea as you approach one of the most important days in your and your baby’s life. Read More »