Solutions For Parenting In Staten Island
When I’m not busy contributing to all great stuff you find here at Staten Island Parent, I blog about my adventures in parenting. After perusing my website recently, a very sweet reader left a comment stating she only has one kid but still really enjoys all the stuff I write about. “ONLY” one kid, she said. My […]
New York Sports Connection Presents the 2016 Essay Contest on Sportsmanship “What Role Does Sportsmanship Play in Youth Sports?” Open to NYC Kids Ages 12 – 18! CASH and/or PRIZES of up to $500!! Mickey Mantle, a true sportsman, once said, “After I hit a home run I had a habit of running the bases […]
Pregnancy is a pivotal time in a couple’s life. The birth of a child brings a whole new set of demands on time and energy that can create stress in the marriage relationship. Along with traditional childbirth preparations, some parents-to-be plan one last getaway to rest, rejuvenate and reconnect before their baby is born. “I […]
We all know the signs and repercussions of our own exhaustion – careless mistakes, not being able to express your thoughts clearly, crankiness. You may very well like biting someone’s head off if asked to do something, anything. If you’re a parent, do you know when your child is exhausted? And I’m not talking about […]
This Mother’s Day, don’t just buy your mom the same old boring bouquet of flowers. This woman gave you life! Show a little effort! You’ll be surprised how little effort it takes to make these beautiful rose-shaped apple pastries. Have your camera ready—you’re going to want to impress your Instagram friends. And mom too, of […]
Dear Younger Me: I know you weren’t really sure you wanted to have kids, but once you became a mom you wanted to do it right. Trouble is, you were always second-guessing whether you were doing it right as you went along. And there were plenty of people along the way who sowed doubt in […]
Who doesn’t love a good ole’ fashioned handmade card and an armful of roses? I sure do. Think about it. Mother’s Day is the one day out of the entire year where moms actually get their own holiday. It’s a day that represents love, thankfulness and an overall appreciation for every time we have gone […]
Why are my kids only happy with chicken nuggets & mac n’ cheese, while my neighbors children eat sushi & kale chips?! “Many parents with picky eaters at home eventually give up on stocking the fridge with fresh fruits and veggies because their kids just won’t eat them,” explains Gigi Schweikert, author of I’m a Good […]
Spring is the perfect time to teach kids about how plants grow. Even if the ground outside is still frozen, there are fun things you can grow inside. Try one or more of these fun gardening experiments for fun and learning! Beans in CD cases: Recycle a clear CD jewel case to grow beans and […]
Winter weeknights call for dishes that are quick and easy, but also comforting and delicious. That’s why we love the slow-cooker. Just toss in your ingredients and let the magic happen. Four to eight hours later your family will enjoy a meal that tastes like you spent the whole day in the kitchen. We won’t […]
