Father's Day is tomorrow, but you don't have to buy dad a present to celebrate Father's Day! Give him the best present you have and that is the gift of time! Here are my tips from my NBC Connecticut segment with anchor, Kerri-Lee Mayland, for celebrating dad this Father's Day and beyond! Let dad plan a family day. Dad often goes with the flow and let’s Mom and the kids plan family outings. But whether it’s attending a sporting event or spending a day at the arcade, let Dad plan a fun day with the family. Make an … [Read more...]
My Tips For Celebrating Dad This Father’s Day And Beyound On NBC Connecticut!
June 15, 2013 Leave a Comment
“Opting Out Of The Rug Rat Race.” Read My New Column in Manhattan Family Magazine!
June 11, 2013 Leave a Comment
I am pleased to announce that I am now a columnist for Manhattan Family magazine! In my new column, Downtown Mommy, I talk about why our kids need fewer classes and programs this summer and why sometimes doing less is more. Manhattan Family magazine is a free publication that's available everywhere in Manhattan but you can also read the article here: http://www.nyparenting.com/stories/2013/6/mf_downtownmommy_2013_06.html … [Read more...]
My Summer Traveling Tips On “Let’s Talk Live!” Watch The Segment!
June 7, 2013 Leave a Comment
The official start of summer is fast approaching. So check out my tips for saving money and your sanity when traveling with kids this summer on "Let's Talk Live" in Washington, D.C. Click here to watch the segment: http://www.wjla.com/blogs/lets-talk-live/2013/06/parenting-tips-for-traveling-with-kids-this-summer-19012.html … [Read more...]
Traveling With The Kiddies This Summer? My Money Saving Tips Today On “Let’s Talk Live!”
June 6, 2013 Leave a Comment
With summer fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about that family road trip! With the right planning it can be a great time for making memories and family bonding. So that's why I sat down with the good folks at Let's Talk Live to give advice for parents who want to save money and their sanity when they hit the road with the kids! … [Read more...]
Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff. Happy Monday!
June 3, 2013 4 Comments
Yesterday, I had an opportunity to yell at my kids and didn’t. We had just come back from the Hamptons and I was undoubtedly tired. The kids got into the pantry, got to the aluminum foil and made a mess. I thought about yelling at them especially since I was tired and deserved to yell at someone but stopped myself. As parents there will be many opportunities for us to stress out and be mad at our kids (really because we are tired, hungry dehydrated or stressed out about something else), but we need to weigh whether this is a big thing or a little thing. If it’s not a big … [Read more...]
Best Companies For Working Parents 2013!
May 31, 2013 Leave a Comment
According to a recent survey conducted by Working Mother Magazine, below are some of the best companies for working moms and dads. According to the magazine companies were ranked according to flexible work schedule options, leave policies, available child care programs and mentorship programs. So if you’re a parent or thinking of becoming one, consider working for one of these companies: 1. Bank of America - This company offers 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, back up child care, paid adoption leave, flexible work schedules and … [Read more...]
How To Take Photos Of Your Kids Like A Pro!
May 22, 2013 Leave a Comment
When all is said and done, the pictures you’ve taken of your kids over the years will be some of your most prized possessions. That’s why recently I signed up for a photography class to learn how to take better pictures of my kids. Here is some of what I have learned so far! Read The Instructions – I know, who wants to be bothered with reading the fine print on the instruction manual, but it’s truly the first step in taking better pictures. Understanding your camera and knowing what features your camera has to offer will demystify the process and put you … [Read more...]
How To Have “Date Night” When You Can’t Get A Sitter
May 20, 2013 2 Comments
Don’t wait for a sitter to have date night. You can have date night right in your own home. We hear the term “date night” a lot and over time it loses it’s meaning but don’t underestimate the importance of date night to your relationship. It’s one of the few times you can talk to your partner without interruption, re-connect and of course have romance. Here are 5 tips for keeping the romance going in your relationship even if you can’t go out! Order out and spice it up with wine and candles. I know, candles seem really … [Read more...]
Why Your Mother-In-Law Needs To Be Your Best Friend! Read My Article Today On Essence.com!
May 12, 2013 Leave a Comment
Relationships with mother-in-laws can notoriously be difficult, but if you're a parent your mother-in-law needs to be your best friend! Find out why by reading my article today on Essence.com! Click here to read: http://www.essence.com/2013/05/12/yes-your-mother-law-can-be-your-best-friend … [Read more...]
News: Nearly A Quarter Of Moms Receive Nothing For Mother’s Day!
May 9, 2013 Leave a Comment
According to a recent survey of more than 2,000 U.S. moms, nearly a quarter of them said they get nothing for Mother’s Day! Nothing. How is that possible? Mother’s Day is this Sunday, so get the mother in your life a gift if you haven’t already done so. Before becoming a mom, I didn’t understand how hard this job was. It seemed so much more straightforward before actually having to do the job myself. Our mothers have endured many sleepless nights, made sacrifices, and experienced mental and physical exhaustion distinctly unique to moms. So moms … [Read more...]
