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Mars Needs Moms
Published on Sunday, March 13, 2011 by caryn Technology bridges magic in Disney's Mars Needs Moms, which opened over the weekend in theaters nationwide. The computer-animated sci-fi film follows the story of nine year old Milo, who goes on a space quest to find his mom who has been abducted by Martians. The film, which is based on a children's picture book by Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist Berkeley "Berk... Read More » -
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Fun and Free Workshops at The Home Depot
Published on Thursday, March 10, 2011 by caryn I get excited about finding new things to do with my children. Last week, I told you about Lowe's free Build and Grow Clinics, the latest which is planned for this Saturday, March 12th. The Home Depot also offers workshops, the theme of which is Build. Learn. Create. Once a month, children and parents can visit their local store to create projects including tool... Read More » -
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Get Local: Lazy Dog Cafe Opens In Cerritos, C...
Published on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 by caryn Finding that balance between kid-friendly and gourmet is challenging. Because my husband and I tend to be foodies, we would opt to eat at home before sacrificing the taste and diversity we've come to expect at a nice restaurant. Most restaurants that offer the type of food my husband and I enjoy, are not the least bit kid-friendly. That's not to say that we have... Read More » -
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Get Local: Milk, Cookies, and Some Very Cool ...
Published on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 by caryn One of the things I love about living in Southern California is the abundance of unique, local-centric activities. This weekend, SoCal based retailer Active Ride Shop has partnered with TOMS Shoes to showcase the creativity of several local child artists, including pieces from students at Anneliese Schools in Orange County. The show will also feature collaboratio... Read More » -
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The Disney Vault Release Bambi
Published on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 by caryn Disney has a way of taking it's animated films, which target younger audiences, and broadening their reach to appeal to adults and children of all ages, across time. Such is the case with Bambi, a film I've been watching since I was a child but is still very relevant today. [caption id="attachment_22689" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption="Photo Credit: D... Read More » -
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Fruit-Flavored Raisins
Published on Thursday, March 3, 2011 by caryn If I allowed it, my son would snack all day long. I wouldn't necessarily consider that harmful, except that his snack choices are often fruit snacks as opposed to fruit or baked potato chips instead of fresh cut veggies. I'm not opposed to snacking, as long as those snacks are not foods filled with empty calories and processed ingredients. [caption id="attach... Read More » -
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The Power of Probiotics
Published on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 by caryn Of late, I've written a lot about how we stay healthy during cold and flu season. Many of the moms in my social network agree that illness has hit hard this winter and ironically, this week we're all sick! Probiotics are a staple in our household, and everyone except my husband gets a daily dose of the immune supporting substance. Probiotic means "for life" and t... Read More » -
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Get Local: Endless Food and Fun
Published on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 by caryn During the winter, I find it particularly challenging to find creative, interesting things to do with my children. My son, in particular, won't be cooped up inside for long, so an activity that involves getting the wiggles out is always a plus. There are an abundance of indoor play spaces in Southern California. What makes Endless Food and Fun unique is that it... Read More » -
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Baby-Proof In Style! *Giveaway*
Published on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Victoria L. Congrats! A few weeks ago, my daughter finally started walking. I know many of you think I'm bursting with excitement at the achievement of said milestone. Wrong! This is probably one of the most difficult stages in a baby's development. If you have children, than you know that "sh... Read More » -
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Lowe’s *Free* Build and Grow Clinics
Published on Monday, February 28, 2011 by caryn Over the weekend, my son attended a Seussian storytime in celebration of the late author's birthday. It was unseasonably cold in LA and an indoor activity was just what he needed. As he sat amongst all of the boys and girls eager to hear Dr. Seuss' rhyming stories, we noticed several children with race cars. They had just come from one of Lowe's Build and Grow C... Read More » -
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Create Your Own Collection By Ralph Lauren *G...
Published on Monday, February 28, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Christine. Congrats! Gone are the days of writing your child's name with a sharpie on the label of his/her shirt so it makes it's way back home. Ralph Lauren offers a stylishly affordable way to personalize your child's shirt with their new Create Your Own Collection. I adore Ralph Lauren's classic ... Read More » -
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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
Published on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 by caryn Theodor Seuss Geisel, aka as Dr. Seuss, has been iconic in transforming children's literature. The fact that only 50 words exist in Green Eggs and Ham demonstrates his brilliance. We introduced my three year old son to the books last year and he finds them silly and enjoyable. I know that beyond the fact that they're entertaining, his books are helping my son lear... Read More » -
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Gleaning Culinary Inspiration For Family Meal...
Published on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 by caryn It's almost March and our resolve to cook *most* of our meals (as opposed to going out) has been mostly successful. However, I am personally beginning to lose motivation, since I'm rotating through the same meals each week. My husband has always been the more creative cook, conjuring up everything from Thai Chicken and Rice to a three course French Fondue meal. ... Read More » -
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A Healthy Smile Starts Early
Published on Monday, February 21, 2011 by caryn Did you know that a child should see a dentist for the first time at age 3? Or that how a toothpaste tastes can make or break the brushing experience for children? February is National Children's Dental Health Month and if you're like me, and have yet to take your child to the dentist, now is the time to do so. To get children excited about a caring for their tee... Read More » -
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Minnie’s Masquerade
Published on Friday, February 18, 2011 by caryn Earlier this week, I offered to serve as a panelist for a discussion about kids and technology. We talked a lot about screen time...how much time is spent in front of the computer, television, smart phone, or other hand-held gaming/learning device. I came away from the discussion with a renewed commitment to use screen time for my son's benefit. I'm very carefu... Read More » -
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Sesame Street Presents: The Body at Discovery...
Published on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 by caryn It's going to be a wet week here in Southern California, but the good news is, there are plenty of indoor activities to keep the kids active and entertained. Children, particularly preschoolers, are very curious little people. Why is a particularly common word in our household and I find myself fascinated that my son is so in touch with the world around him. One o... Read More » -
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Z’Tejas Serves Up Southwestern Culinary...
Published on Monday, February 14, 2011 by caryn My foodie husband and I love to eat out. Unfortunately, our gourmet preferences and small children limit how often we can dine out. When we do have the opportunity to visit a restaurant, I strive to be adventurous. [caption id="attachment_22171" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Marcie Taylor"][/caption] Last week we were treated to dinn... Read More » -
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Disney Junior Launches With Captain Hook, Poe...
Published on Monday, February 14, 2011 by caryn Two weeks ago, we were invited to the Walt Disney Studios Lot for a sneak peek of the brand new animated series, Jake and the Never Land Pirates, which debuts today on Disney Junior. My son, who is an avid Playhouse Disney fan, has been talking about the new "pirate show" for weeks! Disney Junior, formerly Playhouse Disney, is a learning-focused channel specifi... Read More » -
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Sweet Talking Ken *Giveaway*
Published on Sunday, February 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is JudyZ. Congrats! I still remember those childhood days of pretend play with Barbie, Ken, and friends. In fact, my mother still keeps a small collection of my dolls that we will both give my daughter when she's old enough to play with them. While much has changed with Barbie and the gang, she still... Read More » -
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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Printables
Published on Sunday, February 13, 2011 by caryn Yesterday, I had a bit of a "stress out" moment because when I went to a few of the stores in our area, they were almost completely sold out of Valentine's Day cards! I told my son he would have Toy Story cards to give out to his friends tomorrow during their Friendship Party and I didn't want him to be disappointed. Who knew that the shelves would be bare on th... Read More »
