Solutions For Parenting In Staten Island
School may be out for the summer, but our kiddos can continue learning important lessons and life skills while they’re enjoying their vacation. With so much free time, parents may notice good manners need a refresher. 1. Keep the Dirt Outdoors: When coming back indoors from sunny adventures in the backyard, wipe shoes on the […]
It’s the most rockin’ activity to share with your kids this summer! Painting rocks is no longer a last-resort craft for bored kids. It’s a full-force kindness movement taking the entire nation by storm. The idea behind it is simple. Participants find rocks and paint them, sometimes leaving an inspirational quote or word on their […]
The 2016/17 school year has come and gone, and with its end begins the 71 days (that’s 2 months and 10 days) of glorious summer vacation! Yes, I did say glorious there, didn’t I? You might have to reevaluate that adjective by the time August rolls around, unless you do a little work now to […]
SPONSORED CONTENT One of the biggest concerns a new mom has is whether or not she is producing enough milk. In fact at some point during their breastfeeding journey, many women will want to know how to increase their milk supply. The very first thing to note is that breastmilk supply responds to demand. The […]
GREAT WHITE SHARK SERIAL KILLER LIVES Sunday, July 23 at 7PM ET/PTEvery two years in October – in 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2014 – a secluded beach on the central California coast has been the scene of great white shark attacks. Is it the same shark returning again and again? And will the attacks continue […]
Although the honeymoon period of elementary school is over and middle school comes with ample trials and tribulations for most kids, try not to expect the worst. Parents who welcome the challenges of middle school as opportunities for growth will be still be smiling by the time they attend the eighth grade promotion ceremony. Expect […]
In today’s more academic environment, much of the creative play and art activity that was once part of the kindergarten curriculum has moved down to pre-school classrooms or daycares, and children are expected to dive into reading and writing in Kindergarten from day one. Parents may feel the pressure of greater responsibility to introduce learning […]
One of the highlights of the summer season is the incredible bounty of fresh produce. Grilling vegetables gives them a smoky, delicious dimension. Here are some expert tips for for flavor perfection: • When preparing vegetables, slice them to expose as much of the vegetable to the grill surface as you can. • Coat vegetables […]
No one makes it through summer in Staten Island without at least a few mosquito bites. Not only can mosquitoes be a biting nuisance, but they can also cause allergic reactions in some people and pets. Certain species can spread dangerous illnesses such as dengue fever, West Nile virus and Zika virus. Minimizing mosquito threats […]
“John just took my train! I had it first.” How many times do our children run up to us to share a grievance toward another child? Generally these complaints involve rules that have been broken. We spend a lot of time teaching our kids “the rules” — use your inside voice, share your toys with […]
