Solutions For Parenting In Staten Island
8 Parenting Tips for Ages 6 to 10 At every stage of development, parents face new challenges, and the elementary school years are no different. During this exciting period of growing independence, added responsibilities and increased social interaction will bring new issues parents must contend with. Here are some tips to help you through […]
These days, eyeglasses can look pretty cool. Still, the day may come when your son or daughter asks you for contact lenses. Kids and contact lenses, however, are not always the best fit. Contact lenses can have benefits, says Bernard P. Lepri, O.D., M.S., M.Ed., an FDA optometrist in the agency’s Contact Lens and Retinal […]
The store kits are great for beginners, but maybe it’s time to up your Easter Egg game. Your kids will hop with excitement making these awesome DIY eggs. Minecraft Easter Eggs Perfect for a video-game themed basket. See the tutorial at STL Motherhood Emoji Eggs They’re not just for your text messages. See the Tutorial at […]
I have a confession to make. I kinda hate going to the park with my kids. Other parents seem to genuinely enjoy their trips to the park. The minute the weather warms up, I see “off to the park with the kids on this gorgeous day!” all over my Facebook and Instagram feeds. Friends tell […]
Mornings can be a tough time to maintain your supermom status when it comes to providing healthy meals. Rushing out the door when NO ONE, including the dog, is cooperating, is enough to make you want to hit the drive-thru. But with a little planning ahead, you can make breakfast easy-peasy lemon-squeezy in less time […]
Did you know Staten Island has a DOE Cooperative Technical Education program for high school seniors and post graduates up to age 21? I recently had the opportunity to visit to learn more about the District 79 program, which is located in the New York State Institute for Basic Research (IBR) building at 1050 Forest […]
There are tens of millions of Alexa devices out there today, and every day people are amazed at how Alexa is becoming a part of their lives, but did you ever think she would even help make parenting just a little bit easier. For instance, did you know Alexa can play “judge” and settle a […]
Sure, you could just toss all your leftovers in the microwave and call it a day. But where’s the fun in that?? These recipes will make Thanksgiving even better the second time around. Mashed Potato & Stuffing Patties Ingredients 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon pepper 2 cups leftover mashed […]
Does reading a bedtime story to our kids really help them go to sleep? Or is it just an out-of-date, pre-electronics tradition? You probably won’t be surprised to learn that the ritual isn’t as common these days as it was a generation ago. A recent survey found that only 64% of respondents read bedtime stories […]
While the main course is in the oven and guests mingle in anticipation this holiday season, tide them over with easy, cheesy appetizers that will please any crowd. Antipasti Holiday Skewers 1 package (9 ounces) cheese-filled tortellini, cooked al dente and cooled 1/2 cup fat-free Italian dressing 1 block (8 ounces) reduced-fat Swiss cheese, cubed […]
