The Top 11 Water Parks for Families in the New York Area
These are the best indoor and outdoor water parks in NY, NJ, CT, and PA—all within a short drive fro...
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22 Charity Walks in the NYC Area That Raise Money for Good Causes
Teach your kids compassion and the value of volunteerism. There are many annual fundraising walks in...
The Top 10 Spots to Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon...
How to Spend the Day at New York Botanical Garden with Your Kids
The New York Botanical Garden is a fun destination for families, with a children's adventure garden ...
The Best Train Museums in NY and the Surrounding Area
Take a trip with your family to a train museum in NY (or railroad exhibit), where young and old trai...
Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area
Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially distant! Always ca...
Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area
Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...
Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York
Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places to visit in New Yo...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area
These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Best Hot Chocolate and Teas in the New York Metro Area
We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor...
Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast
The best ski mountains with kids ski lessons in New York and the slopes of Connecticut, New Jersey, ...
10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families
Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...
Where to Volunteer with Kids in the New York Area
Give back to your community with your entire family in the New York area by volunteering with your k...
How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy
Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer....
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area
These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...
Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York
Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...
Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area
A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br...
Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York
Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
How to Easily Plan for Your Child's Summer Camp
It can be overwhelming to decide how to pick a summer camp for your child, and it often seems like t...
Zoos, Nature Centers, and Botanical Gardens in the NYC Area
Explore zoos, nature centers, and botanical gardens in New York City, Long Island, Westchester Count...
Pumpkin Picking in the New York Metro Area
October is the perfect month to take an adventure to the farms and fields for a little pick-your-own...
Free Entrance to all National Parks on Jan. 20 to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr.
All 401 national parks across the country will have free entrance on Monday, Jan. 20 in commemoratio...
Holiday Markets in NYC
A favorite tradition among many New York City-area families is strolling the city's pop-up holiday s...
Car Seat Inspection Sites in Rockland
Looking for a place in Rockland County that will safely install your child's car seat? These spots i...
Support Groups for Parents of Children with Special Needs in Rockland and New Jersey Counties
UPDATED APRIL 2019: aising a child with a unique set of special needs can have you feeling isolated ...
Tutoring, Homework Help, and Language Classes for Kids in the New York Metro Area
Get extra homework help for your kids outside of school with after-school tutoring or homework help ...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Prevent My Child From Growing Up Too Fast During a Divorce?
After a divorce, children may worry about their parents and feel the need to take on adult responsib...
3 Weeknight Dinner Recipes from Kelsey Nixon
Kelsey Nixon, Brooklyn mom and Emmy-nominated host of "Kelsey's Essentials" on the Cooking Channel, ...
Weeknight Recipe: Lemon-Scented Crispy Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Baby Carrots
For this dish, the chicken, vegetables, and potatoes all go in the same pot, making it an easy weekn...
Weeknight Recipe: Pomegranate-Glazed Skirt Steak Fajitas with Roasted Peanut Slaw
This easy recipe by celebrity chef Kelsey Nixon features skirt steak, a great weeknight protein that...
Weeknight Recipe: Turkey Roast Dip with Haricot Verts and Peach Salad
With this recipe by celebrity chef Kelsey Nixon, you can pop the turkey breast into the slow cooker ...
Teen Athletes Need Balanced Diets to Perform Their Best
To perform well in sporting events and support healthy development, teen athletes need to eat balanc...
What Active Teens Should Be Eating
Teens, especially teen athletes, have special nutrition needs. Here's a guide to feeding your teen a...
New York State Receives Leadership Award from March of Dimes
New York is among the states that will receive the Virginia Apgar Prematurity Campaign Leadership Aw...
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Things I Googled this Week, Squeezable Fruit, and Family History
From the NYMetroParents August issue, a selection of thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, and just pla...
'Monkey: Journey to the West' Is an Eye-Popping, On-Stage Road Trip for Families
Our theater editor reviews "Monkey: Journey to the West," playing at Lincoln Center in Manhattan, an...
How to Hire a Nanny During Back-To-School Season
SurePayroll offer tips and advice for hiring and paying a nanny for your child during the busy back-...
Is It the Summer Flu or Lyme Disease?
Lyme disease—although traditionally marked by the bull's-eye rash—can cause flu-like symptoms, accor...
Customize Your Dessert at iSwirl Frozen Yogurt in West Nyack
iSwirl, the only frozen yogurt lounge in the Palisades Center Mall in West Nyack, offers customized ...
BeeAlive Bee Spa Now Offers Spa and Tea Party for Girls
BeeAlive Bee Spa and Retail Store, located in Nyack, now offers its Queen Bee Tea and Spa parties fo...
Quebec's Maritime Region: A Bit of France, and a Lot of Whales
Quebec's Maritime Region is one of the best in the world for whale-watching, as it's home to 13 spec...
Choosing the Right Kennel for Your Pet
As families gear up for their summer vacation, Better Business Bureau has advice for pet owners look...
'Be Safer, Drive Smarter' Campaign Promotes Safe Teen Driving
A new study reveals that July is the most dangerous month for teens to drive. Drivint-Tests.org rece...
Family Day-Trip Package to Luna Park at Coney Island
Spend a day with the family at the new Luna Park at Coney Island with a day-trip package that saves ...
Protect Newborns from Whooping Cough: Know Your Vaccine Status
Pertussis, or whooping cough, can be fatal for newborn infants who have not yet received the whoopin...
What Working Moms Should Do to Help Keep an Eye on Her Kids
Parenting columnist Laurie Puhn, who is also a couples mediator, shares why sending a particular ema...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Make Sure My Child is Safe When Riding Their Bike?
President of Bike and Roll NYC Chris Wogas shares tips for staying safe on a bicycle, including the ...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Stay Safe While Riding My Bike in Traffic?
Chris Wogas, the president of Bike and Roll NYC, shares tips for riding bikes with traffic and in la...
Five Tips for Hosting a Spa Birthday Party
Cheryl Najafi, author of "You’re So Invited: Panic Less, Play More, and Get Your Party On!," shares ...
Three Swashbuckling Inspired Recipes for Pirate Party Grub
Cheryl Najafi, author of "You’re So Invited: Panic Less, Play More, and Get Your Party On!," shares ...
Tips for Hosting Swashbuckling Soiree for Your Pirate
Does your birthday boy or girl want a pirate party this year? Cheryl Najafi, author of "You’re So In...
July 2013 Table of Contents
The NYMetroParents July 2013 Source Book features a guide to the best beaches in the NYC area, how t...
The ABC's of Advocacy
A is for advocate, B is for b*&#!, C is for communication, concern, and compromise. One mother of a ...
Ask the Expert: How Should I Handle It When My Child Doesn't Meet Milestones on Schedule?
When a child with special needs doesn't meet milestones "on schedule," it may affect his confidence....
Ask the Expert: What Is Martial Arts Therapy and How Can it Help My Child?
Dr. Alisha Griffith-Berkeley, co-founder of a specialized martial arts program in Brooklyn, explains...
The Best of the Rest of the Web: Tantrums, Helicopter Parents, SAHM, and Myth of Work-Life Balance
From the NYMetroParents July Source Book issue, a selection of thought-provoking, laugh-inducing, an...
2010 Nassau Coliseum Fair in Uniondale, NY
The 2010 Nassau Coliseum Fair, the largest event of its kind in the New York metro area, will take p...
Free Outdoor Summer Concerts for the Whole Family in Rockland County
UPDATED JUNE 2019: We've put together a list of free concert series happening this summer in parks t...
Ask the Expert: How Can I Prevent and Treat Sunburns?
We spoke to dermatologist Elizabeth C. Smith, M.D., about preventing and treating sunburns, includin...
Q&A with Lidia Bastianich: New York's Nonna
Lidia Bastianich, the NYC chef, television host, and author, discusses the inspiration behind her ne...
Ask the Expert: Should I Persuade My Kid to Stop Playing Sports if His Team Keeps Losing?
Though your child's sports team may require long hours and commitment, is persuading him or her to q...
Camp Countdown: S'mores For Grown-Ups
While the kids are at camp having their summer fun, why don’t you indulge in your own nostalgic trea...
The Importance of Letting Your Kids Indulge in a Sweet Treat
A child psychologist explains why letting your children indulge in a sweet snack is better than depr...
Ask the Expert: What Should I Look for in a School for My Child with Learning Disabilities?
We asked Kevin Pendergast, Head of School at The Kildonan School, what a parent should look for when...
First Aid Kit Celebrates 125 Years
The First Aid Kit was invented more than a century ago and to celebrate its 125th anniversary, Band-...
Fit4Mom Adds Outdoor Fitness Classes to Its Schedule
Fit4Mom Rockland, a fitness program for moms, has added outdoor classes to its schedule. The program...
Sesame Street Fans Meet at Beaches Ocho Rios in Jamaica
Planning a family trip to Jamaica? The Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Golf Club is an all-inclusive vaca...
Monster-Themed Indoor Mini Golf Course Opens in Nanuet
Monster Mini Golf will open an indoor glow-in-the-dark course in Nanuet in late June. Monster Mini G...
Researchers Discover How Brain Circuits Can Become Miswired During Development, What That Might Mean
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College have uncovered a mechanism that guides the exquisite wi...
Ask the Expert: Why Is My Son Less Focused in School Than at Home?
If a young child who is focused at home becomes distracted and unable to answer questions in school,...
Live Music Is Good for Child Development
Is it really worth the time, energy, and money to take your children to a live concert? A music ther...
How to Make the Most of Your Child's Live Music Experience
A music therapist and award-winning children's musician offers tips on bringing your child to a conc...
Study Reveals 8 Precautionary Steps to Prevent Peanut Allergic Reaction while Flying
A University of Michigan study reveals eight precautionary steps people with peanut or tree nut alle...
Four Summer Safety Tips to Beat the Heat
With the heat and humidity of the summer, it is important for young summer athletes to pace themselv...
Ask the Expert: Can Music Improve My Child's Reading Skills?
A music therapist and award-winning children's musician explains how dancing to music and playing mu...
Children's Miracle Network Hospitals' Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries in Kids
The Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, of which Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York in Ne...
Second Annual New York State Museum Week Begins in June
On May 31, assemblywoman Margaret M. Markey and the Queens Tourism Council at the New York Hall of S...
Cardiologist Explains Five Heart Healthy Diets
Michael J. Muschel, M.D., F.A.C.C., a cardiologist at ColumbiaDoctors of the Hudson Valley, explains...
Five Sleep Myths Busted: Tips to Sleep Better
Patty Tucker, PA-C, sleep coach and consultant at the Family Sleep Institute, shares the truths behi...
Ask the Expert: How Do I Set Limits on My Child?
Setting limits on your child's behavior can be difficult. Here, a behavioral specialist explains why...
Ask the Expert: What Should I Do When My Child Gets a Bug Bite or Sting?
The warmer months bring more outdoor activities, and your family may often end up with bug bites and...
Sahara Sam's Oasis Unveils $6.5 Million Outdoor Expansion
Sahara Sam's Oasis, a water park in West Berlin, NJ, debuted a $6.5 million outdoor expansion called...
Ask the Expert: Potty Training 101 with The Potty Whisperer
The Potty Whisperer, Adriana Vermillion gives parents advice, tips, and information on potty trainin...
June 2013 Table of Contents
The NYMetroParents June 2013 Summer Activities issue features tips on how make healthy choices at su...
Party Central Pick of the Month: Pajama Party
Is your Sleeping Beauty requesting a slumber party for her birthday party? We've got some sleepover ...
Advice for Parents Considering Opening a 529 College Savings Plan
In honor of May 29 being National 529 College Savings Day, the College Savings Plan Network shares f...
Historical Places to Visit in the NY Metro Area
UPDATED JULY 2016: Looking for fun day trips that will keep you and your kids entertained while lear...
The American Camp Association and the National Wildlife Federation Join Forces
The American Camp Association® has partnered with the National Wildlife Federation in an educational...
5 Tips to Make Sure Your Child Is Getting Enough Sleep
Most parents wonder, "Is my child getting enough sleep?" A certified sleep consultant and mom of two...
Long Island Dad on Mission to Make Swim Time Safer for Kids
One Long Island dad is making it his mission to teach children about pool and swimming safety throug...
Shop Destination Maternity and Support March of Dimes
Destination Maternity stores nationwide, including Destination Maternity, Motherhood Maternity, and ...
How to Help Aid Oklahoma Tornado Victims and Make It Count
Donate your time or money to these Better Business Bureau Accredited Charities to help the victims o...
Tips for Child-Proofing Your Home
Whether moving into a new home or simply re-organizing furniture in various rooms of your house, tak...
Catch Disney's Dusty of 'Planes' at NYC's Air Show at Jones Beach
Kids will delight when they see the surprise guest -- Dusty, the star of Disney's new movie "Planes"...
Academic Support Center Uses 3-Step Approach to Teach Reading and Writing
A new academic center in Rockland County, Hudson Valley Academic Support Services uses a three-step ...
Grammy Nominated Matisyahu Helps Spread Anti-Bullying Messages on YouTube
Grammy Award-nominated Matisyahu invites artists to spread messages of anti-bullying and self-empowe...
Ask the Expert: Should I Enroll My Shy Child in Musical Theater Classes?
The education director of TADA! Youth Theater in Manhattan answers why it might be a good idea for p...
