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How to Talk with Your Child About Emergency Response Drills in School
Immediately after the last presidential election, and for four days after, I received telephone calls, had in-office sessions and was asked to speak at forums regarding concerns about our political state. Often, I was asked, “How am I going to explain this...
Fun Halloween Party Food Ideas!
October is always a fun month for families. It's time for little ones to enjoy spook-free Halloween parades and costumed play dates. Older kids get into the ghoul, gore and zombie side of the holiday while parents try to make the entire special...
New Car Seat Guidelines Based On Height & Weight
The American Academy of Pediatrics is changing its guidelines for how long a child should remain in a rear-facing car seat. The organization now says children should ride rear-facing in a car seat until they reach the height or weight limit for...
12 great new books to curl up with this fall, according to best-selling authors
There’s nothing cozier on a cold day than a good book!
The Annual Halloween Window Painting
CANCELLED DUE TO IMPENDING WEATHER
Ted E. Bear Hospital
A fun, educational event for the whole family!
Kidbox!!
KIDBOX is the first kids’ personalized style box that provides parents with a convenient way to dress their kids in cool brands at significant savings – all while bonding over the joys of getting and giving new clothes.
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret By Judy Blume Will Be Made Into a Movie
Our childhood dreams are coming true. By Eileen Reslen Good Housekeeping Oct 18, 2018 GETTY IMAGESAARON DAVIDSON Judy Blume published Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret in 1970. For generations, the book has remained popular amongst young women. This is the first...
How to Travel with Kids: A Guide
Traveling with kids is just that—relocating with your children. In other words, it’s a trip, not a vacation. Once you realize that and accept that your time away will look a little different than it did pre-kids, what are some ways to ensure more fun and less...
Why does YOUR house need Gutter Cleaning?
Gutters tend to be out of sight and out of mind – until they stop working how they’re supposed to.
Dine Out for Blythedale Children's Hospital
Participating Restaurants Thank you for your interest in Dine Out! Below is a list of restaurants that will be participating in our Blythedale Dine Out Event. Make sure you stop by and let them know you’re there for us! Interested in participating in our...
Mark Your Calendars! It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Will Air on October 18
Because it’s not fall without the great pumpkin.
Where to Get Pampered All Week Long for Spa Week
Spa week is (finally) here.
The New Birds and Bees: Teaching Kids About Boundaries and Consent
What we can learn from the Dutch: Talking openly about bodies helps keep shame at bay, and may help a child speak up if there is a problem.
The Confidence Gap for Girls: 5 Tips for Parents of Tween and Teen Girls
The early weeks of a school year can rattle even the most self-assured kid — the swirl of new classes, teachers and tribes, and the pressure to try out new extracurriculars, sports and even personalities.
To Raise Resilient Kids, Be a Resilient Parent
As parents, we want our children to be emotionally resilient — able to handle life’s ups and downs. But parents’ ability to foster resilience in our children hinges a great deal on our own emotional resilience.
Deadline Approaching For Voter Registration In NY
There are also deadlines for applying for an absentee ballot by mail or in person.
Let Teenagers Sleep In
Starting schools before 8:30 a.m. shows a tragic disregard for both the mental health of children and for science.
7 Fall Recipes for People Who Hate Pumpkin Spice
There’s more to autumn than a daily coffee run (especially if you’re not a fan of the P-spice).
How to Discourage Deer from Eating Your Plants
Over the last few decades deer populations have ballooned in our area, which means that you probably have firsthand experience with the effects—nibbled leaves, bare branches, and headless flowers. Deer also transport ticks, which have the potential to put your kids...