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Valentine’s Day Recipe: Conversation He...
Published on Friday, February 1, 2013 by Caryn Bailey In just a few short weeks, we'll be celebrating those we love, so last week I started thinking about ways to make the day special for my kids. I've always associated Valentine's Day with small character cards and Brach's Conversation Hearts, so when I saw that Brach's just introduced their new Create Your Own Conversation Hearts, I had to try them out. While I'm... Read More » -
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Holiday Gift Guide: Kids’ Craft Kits
Published on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 by Caryn Bailey I was never particularly crafty before I had kids. I tend to be more analytical and constantly work to tap into my creative side, where for many people, little effort is required. This year, I started making purported efforts to work on crafts regularly with my children. Since this isn't my strength, I've tapped into a variety of resources for inspiration including ... Read More » -
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3 Reasons To Love Road Trips!
Published on Monday, November 19, 2012 by Caryn Bailey As a child, my parents and I took many road trips, particularly during summer and winter breaks and over the holidays. While our family is spread out all over the country, I only remember the occasional plane trip. It is the memories we made playing games in the car or camping in a rented motor home on the beach that I cherish and want to replicate with my own fam... Read More » -
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Winter Warm-Up With Cookie’s Kids
Published on Sunday, November 18, 2012 by Caryn Bailey We've just had another rainy few days here in Southern California, and while our winters are never unbearably cold, there were several days last week I would have been content to simply snuggle under a warm blanket and drink hot tea with my kids. We're about a month away from the start of winter, and to prepare, I went into my kids' closets and dressers to evaluate th... Read More » -
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Can Rough and Tumble Play Be Good For Boys?
Published on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Play is the highest expression of human development in childhood, for it alone is the free expression of what is in a child's soul -Friedrich Froebel My son erupts in giggles as he's tossed into the air, my heart skipping a beat as I catch my breath, my daughter laughing until she is red in the face. "I think I just aged 5 years" I tell my husband as I force myself... Read More » -
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Organize Your Child’s Toys With Step2&#...
Published on Thursday, November 1, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Toys toys toys! My greatest housecleaning challenge involves the constant picking up and organizing of my children's toys. They're in the living room and our bedrooms...on the floor and in the car. We have a small toy box that we purchased a few years ago when my son was a baby, but since my daughter was born, we've struggled to find an organizational solution t... Read More » -
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Scarium of the Pacific…Plus a Discount!
Published on Saturday, October 20, 2012 by Caryn Bailey With Halloween less than 2 weeks away, I've got the 411 on the spookiest happenings in LA and Orange County. This weekend I'll feature a ton of family friendly events so stay tuned! Now that my son is in school, we don't have as much freedom to jet off to our local zoo, museum, or aquarium. My children love to visit these types of places because they provide a uniq... Read More » -
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Playful, Barbie-Inspired Fashions Now Availab...
Published on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 by Caryn Bailey When I was a little girl, I had a pair of pretend, Barbie-themed high heels that I wore all around the house. It was part of my dress-up outfit and I was very proud of those shoes. Of all the toys and games I played with as a child, it's my Barbie dolls that I still have carefully stored in a box at my parents house. I hope that one day in the not so distant fut... Read More » -
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On Trend With Lands’ End!
Published on Monday, August 20, 2012 by Caryn Bailey As I was going through my son's clothing in preparation for the coming school year, I realized that a shift has taken place. When he was younger, I found that he'd grow out of his clothes too quickly, leaving me with items that were worn less than a handful of times. As a vibrant, active, soon-to-be kindergartener, I'm finding that he's wearing his clothes out before ... Read More » -
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Free Shipping, Levi’s Kids, and Back-To...
Published on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Earlier this week, Totsy launched a special Levi's Kids sale featuring a ton of signature staple items from the iconic brand with a rich American history. More than just a company selling blue jeans, Levi's offers a ton of fashionable wardrobe items to keep your babies and tots stylish and comfortable. Some of the items you'll find include tees, collared shirts, k... Read More » -
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Summer Fashion With Cookie’s Kids
Published on Sunday, July 29, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Summer is all about color...vibrance...fun! Summer is also a time to be carefree...to get dirty...to live! We've been making a ton of memories this summer at the park, the beach, our pool, our local museums, and other play spaces around the area. Inevitably that means both of my kids' clothing have gotten wet, dirty, and in some instances, torn. Between the rate a... Read More » -
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Crayola’s “Wild” New Produc...
Published on Saturday, July 28, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Earlier this week, my son and I went out for our very first Back-To-School shopping venture. His excitement is contagious and there are moments when I am actually looking forward to starting this new chapter. I know that this coming year is going to involve a significant amount of change for him, so I'm easing him into it by talking with him about what to expect, ... Read More » -
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Hanna Andersson Opens at The Shops at Mission...
Published on Sunday, July 22, 2012 by Caryn Bailey In the midst of lazy days at the pool and our SoCal summer adventures, I can't help but think about the coming school year. It's hard to believe my son will start school this year, and inevitably, we will be doing some major back to school shopping to prepare. I remember the excitement I felt as a child, before the new school year was to begin. My mother and I would... Read More » -
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Ice Age: Continental Drift *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, July 12, 2012 by Caryn Bailey This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Sylvia W. Congrats! This Friday, Manny, Sid, Diego, and Scrat will delight and entertain in the fourth Ice Age film to be released by Fox! My kids saw the preview last week so I know what we will be doing this weekend. : ) Ice Age: Continental Drift features an incredible cast and includes the vo... Read More » -
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Crafting With Kids: Stick Art
Published on Monday, June 25, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Now that summer is in full swing, I'm racking my brain to find ways to keep my kids active and engaged. We try to spend as much time exploring and doing, but on days like today, when temperatures were well over 90 degrees, all I really want to do is stay cool inside the comfort of our home. Over the past few months I've been delving into crafting with the kids, an... Read More » -
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Learn to Ride a Bike With Joovy’s Bicyc...
Published on Friday, June 22, 2012 by Caryn Bailey My father and I had a special relationship, not only because I am the sole child, but because he was the one that did what a mother typically does. My mother had to get up and leave early for work and was never home before school let out, so my father did everything from making meals and packing lunches to taking me to school, extracurricular activities, and appoint... Read More » -
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Crafting With Kids: Monogram Art
Published on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Because my kids share a room at present, it's difficult to choose a theme that works well for both a preschool boy and a toddler girl. My son won't have pink or princesses in his room, and my daughter won't have anything to do with cars or items that aren't pretty and feminine. My challenge is to help inspire a room that's fun and creative for both of them. Since... Read More » -
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Design Expert Kelly Edwards Shares Her Top Ti...
Published on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 by Caryn Bailey It's all fun and games until somebody trips on a LEGO. Children love to play, and toys and games serve a valuable purpose...they help teach children everything from fine motor skills to cooperation. But at the end of the day, the floor of our children's room is sprinkled with toys...toys I have to clean up. Design and organization expert Kelly Edwards, featured... Read More » -
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Memorial Weekend Sales On Totsy
Published on Friday, May 25, 2012 by Caryn Bailey Like most holiday weekends, we're sticking close to home to spend some quality family time together. I love long weekends, particularly when a holiday is involved because I know that shops, restaurants and entertainment venues will often run special sales and deals. With summer just around the corner, I'm aspiring to update both of my kids' wardrobes, so a good a... Read More » -
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Paul Frank Teams Up With Babies R Us to Offer...
Published on Friday, May 18, 2012 by Caryn Bailey If you are a parent who is a fan of the adorable and infamous Julius, the monkey that defines Paul Frank, you'll be happy to know that a brand new baby and kid-targeted line will debut at Babies R Us next week! Small Paul will feature apparel and accessories for children in sizes 0-5 T and includes everything from onesies and tees to backpacks, footwear, and plush.... Read More »
