Happy Holidays: 2010 R’igloo
In what has become an annual tradition, I am posting 2010's R'igloo (the igloo my oldest son, Reeve, and I build every year over the holidays). Hope everyone had a happy holiday and a great start to...
View ArticleTrying to create a healthier, greener home? Behold the green shopping guides.
I’m always looking (and so many people ask us) for quick answers on how to create a greener, healthier nursery. Lots of environmental nonprofits have added “green shopping” guides to their sites....
View ArticleTiger Moms and the Parenting Debate
The debate on parenting and educational best practices has been brought to a fevered pitch with Amy Chua’s views in Tiger Mother and documentary film hits Race to Nowhere and Waiting for Superman...
View Articlehelpful thoughts from Dr. Alan Greene
My wife and I refound a very helpful resource this past weekend. Our 8 month old son had a high temperature. We were thinking through places to look online that would have quick & trusted...
View ArticleMuji to Go
How to Muji-Lego Here's something I found among the many wonders of the JetBlue terminal at JFK. The design store Muji has a crafts set combining Legos and paper cutouts which you and your child can...
View Articletoo much of a good thing?
Perhaps you heard the recent news that the EPA has decided to lower the recommended levels of fluoride added to tap water. What does it mean to you and your family? The quick takeaway is that...
View ArticleThe Strength of Group Play
Last week we discussed the “tiger mom” parenting debate and my mantra was: ...
View ArticleVote for the top eco-friendly moms…
In the lead up to Earth Day (April 22nd), the website Circle of Moms is holding a vote for the top eco-friendly moms. It is an interesting list of bloggers, many of whom you may not know. Our good...
View ArticleDiscovering & Engaging Strengths
All children are born wired to learn about and master their world. However, anyone with two or more children knows that every child is different and engages with their world in unique ways. Some babies...
View ArticleWater Play and Exploration
With summer in full swing, we will all be doing lots of water play over the next few months. Water play and exploration is one of the classic open-ended play experiences that can provide hours and...
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