Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Downloadable Checklists: Freebies: Big City Moms

I used these checklist with my son. Courtesy of Big City Mom's Gift and Announcement Tracker Feeding, Sleeping, Changing Log Emergency Contact List What to Pack in the Hospital Bag What to Purchase for the Baby ...

Big City Moms Upcoming Events

Big City Moms is one of my favorite mommy groups. I have been a member a couple of years. Here are some of their upcoming events.::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Upcoming Big City Moms Events ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Special EventsThursday, 9/27 - Rockin With AndyTuesday, 10/2 - Public/Private School SeminarThursday, 10/4 - Shop and Bop EventSunday, 10/28 - Halloween PartyNew Mom Lunches...

$5 off @ Target With purchase of 50 4x6" digital prints

Hey there - I just found this on shopkick and thought you might like it. Check it out here: http://app.shopkick.com/offer/10145020007 $5 off @ Target With purchase of 50 4x6" digital prints Offer expires 12 hours after tapping 'Use' Want to find cool stuff too? Download shopkick on iPhone or Android. You'll also get get awesome rewards at stores like Target, Macy's and many more. See you soon! ...

Effective Parenting Begins With Consistency

Effective Parenting Begins With Consistency September 15th, 2012 | Posted by Dana Rosenbloom Effective parenting can be challenging…but it can be done.  One key to success is being consistent in your discipline and limit setting.  Positive discipline and limit setting looks different for each family.  Your child’s needs may not be the same as your friend’s child.  Developmentally, the needs of a two year old will...

How Your Child’s Temperament (And Your Own) Affects Your Parenting Style

How Your Child’s Temperament (And Your Own) Affects Your Parenting Style By:  Dana Rosenbloom Within the first few days of a child’s life, many parents will describe them as calm, easy going, demanding, or high strung.  Each child is born with a temperament that influences the way they react to the world around them.  That being said, it is important for parents to remember that temperament is not static.  Taking the time to understand and accept your child’s temperament will help you be a better parent. When considering...

Seared Scallops with Bacon-Braised Chard

Contributed by Stephanie Izard Seared Scallops with Bacon-Braised Chard Serves: 4 Total Time: 1 Hour INGREDIENTS 2 thick slices of bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips 1 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced 1 3/4 pounds rainbow chard—stems sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick, leaves cut into 1-inch strips 2 teaspoons soy sauce Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 12 large...

Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafer Crumble | Food & Wine

Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafer Crumble Contributed by David Guas Serves: 6; Total Time: 45 Minutes; David Guas, a New Orleans native, remembers this comforting dessert from his childhood. It's a spectacularly creamy banana pudding topped with a crumble made from vanilla wafer cookies.(Recipe adapted from DamGoodSweet.) INGREDIENTS 5 large egg yolks 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar Salt 2 cups whole milk 3...

Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Safety Tips Information provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics ALL DRESSED UP: Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for greater visibility. Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup...

Oktoberfest in New York 2012

Oktoberfest in New York 2012 It doesn't matter whether you are in New York City or call Upstate New York home. You can find a place to celebrate Oktoberfest with the 2.2 million other New Yorkers that share German ancestry. And if you aren't German, who cares? Check out these celebrations of German heritage for good food and good beer. Use code BEAR12F for $10 off ( restrictions apply) Oktoberfest NYCNY, NYSeptember 22 – October 7, 2012 Steuben ParadeNY, NYSeptember 15, 2012 Zum Schneider OktoberfestNY, NYSeptember 29 – October 14, 2012 Bierhaus...