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...
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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...
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...
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...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring Near NYC: Southeast NY and Connecticut
UPDATED Feb. 4, 2014: Maple sugaring is a favorite family activity during February and March in Sout...
How to Find Childcare in NYC
Securing safe and loving childcare is one of the most complex jobs a parent can face. The choice of ...
Nick Jonas' Battle with Diabetes
Most parents (and virtually all pre-teens and teens) know Nick Jonas as the curly-haired, youngest m...
Butternut Squash Bread Pudding
Check out this scrumptious side dish for the family meal!...
Veggie Side Dish
Children (and adults) might actually enjoy brussel sprouts with this inventive side dish!...
Roast Tomatoes
Try this delicious addition the the family dinner!...
Say Cheese!
There are great family photographs to be captured in holiday celebrations, pictures you’ll look back...
Alternatives to Overindulging Your Child
With all the economic turmoil, your family and other families may be forced to cut your holiday spen...
Hosting the Holidays? Don’t Drive Yourself Crazy
If you decide to host a big family gathering during the holidays, you can make it into fun activity...
Moments of Meaning During the Holiday Rush
I admit it. I love the holiday season, which seems to be getting longer each year. I love it all! B...
Holiday Concerns for Special Needs
For most families, the holidays represent a time to be with relatives, children, parents and family ...
Surviving Heart Attack Season: Learn How to Keep Your Heart Healthy During the Winter Months
While we may be accustomed to battling frigid temperatures and the inevitable snow storms that arriv...
Breathe Easier! Preparing Your Family for Winter Allergies
Spring and summer are not the only seasons that bring misery to those with allergies. ...
The Swine Flu and You: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know
Over 90% of flu cases this year will be caused by the H1N1 strain of virus....
Dating with Children
Internet dating, hookups, blind dates, and the odd booty call -- how does this cornucopia of dating ...
What to Look for in a Family Vehicle
Every parent makes tough decisions that affect the entire family, and choosing the right car is no e...
What to Do When Your Child Gets Sick
Arm yourself with knowledge this cold and flu season. Read on for symptoms of the most common illnes...
How to Keep Your Family Healthy When One Child Gets Sick
Read these tips from Philip Tierno, Ph.D., author of "The Secret Life of Germs: What They Are, Why W...
DVD Review: Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure
Released October 27, the second film in the Tinker Bell series welcomes viewers back to Pixie Hollow...
Tips from SuperNanny Jo Frost on Battling Childhood Asthma
Parenting expert Jo Frost, host of "SuperNanny," weighs in on childhood asthma and offers tips on ho...
Where to: Hot Chocolate and Teas for Holiday Cheer - 2009 Guide
Take a break from holiday shopping to find a warm mug of cocoa or tea to wrap your hands around and ...
Marissa Jaret Winokur: Broadway Star, First-Time Mom
Read about celebrity parent Marissa Jaret Winokur - Broadway actress, singer, dancer, and first-time...
“Love”-ly Crafts and Recipes
Love is in the air, and there’s no better way to show it than by making a homemade card or a yummy t...
Beyonce Joins the Wubb Girlz - New on DVD for Kids
Read about Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!'s newest full-length DVD adventure, featuring the voice of Beyonce Know...
Kids Party Recipe: Sweet Whoopie Pies
Learn how to make these fun and sweet treats!...
Bye Bye Birdie on Broadway: John Stamos and Company Rock the House
Birdie's back on Broadway, starring John Stamos and a talented cast of all ages....
How to Identify an Early Learning Disability in Your Child, with Tips for How You Can Help at Home
While children and teens with learning disabilities are often “diagnosed” in middle school or high s...
Kids' Slumber Parties - Ideas, Tips, and Guidelines to Make Them Great
Check out these tips from Penny Warner, author of "Slumber Parties: 25 Fun-Filled Party Themes," on ...
Fresh Direct Partners With Robin Hood Foundation To Help Fight Poverty
For the 2009 holiday season, Robin Hood, the non-profit organization committed to fighting poverty i...
Five Ways to Raise a 'Good Enough' Child
As a parent, you may subtly be giving your child the message that he or she is not good enough. Read...
Not Just Obama's Breed: Ted Kennedy's Dog Splash on Life in Washington
Long before the popularity of First Dog Bo Obama, the senator, a proclaimed aficionado of Portuguese...
What to Do When Your Kids Say: 'Can We Get a Dog...Please??'
October is Adopt-A-Dog month! Is your family ready for all the responsibilities of a new pet? These ...
Delish Snacks at Duane Reade
Duane Reade's new line of Delish snacks have hit the shelves....
New and Noteworthy Products for Kids and Parents - October 2009
Check out these innovative products for kids and parents that have just emerged on the scene....
The New State of Math: The Influence of Technology on Children's Education
It was New Math in the 1960s, and New New Math in 1989. Rote math is no longer being taught and fund...
A Safety Slip: Don’t Hold a Child in Your Lap on Playground Slides
Parents are unknowingly putting their young children at risk for leg fractures, says new study. ...
How to Throw a Great Party for Any Age
Read these tips we've compiled from the party planning experts on how to throw the perfect party for...
How to Be a Good Party Guest
Attending a birthday party is a wonderful way for your child to learn valuable social skills — how t...
How to Tackle Your Child's Football Fears
Watching your kids run out onto the playing field for the first time can be a nerve-wracking experie...
Holiday Cocktail Recipes, for Kids and Adults
As the temperature drops, spice up your next dinner party with a festive beverage or cozy in with a ...
How to Find the Right Bra
A staggering 85 percent of women are wearing and buying the wrong bra size, and you're probably one ...
How to Raise a Drug-Free Child: Tips from Author Joseph Califano
Check out these tips from author and former U.S. Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare Joseph C...
How to Not Raise Material Girls (and Boys)
Sometimes these are other people’s children; sometimes, God forbid, they are our own....
MomBiz: Manhattan's Lynn Jawitz, Owner of Florisan LLC
Read about how Manhattan's Lynn Jawitz, mother of two, started Florisan, a full service wedding and ...
Celebrity Parents Jorge & Laura Posada
Read about this inspirational couple with a new book on family fitness....
New Places, New Programs in Westchester: October 2009
What's new in Westchester County this fall....
Meet the Doctors in Rockland County - October 2009
Meet some of the health care professionals in the Rockland County area....
How to Encourage Good Writing Skills in Your Child
Teaching writing can be intimidating, especially if you don’t feel like you are a good writer yourse...
Vegan Lunch Box Treats
Who says a vegan diet can’t be delicious and fun? Try these suggestions for your child’s lunch box —...
Angelina Steps Ahead
This fall, the popular PBS Kids show, Angelina Ballerina, will be translated into CGI animation, giv...
Middlebury, Vermont: Fun in the Quaint State
The town of Middlebury is the quintessential adorable Vermont town, filled with buildings from the 1...
Toronto: The City of Big Things
Read about the fun family activities available in Toronto!...
Pinkalicious, The Musical
The show about a little girl with a colorful obsession!...
New and Nifty Technology - September 2009
Check out some new and nifty technologies available this fall!...
The Lure of Soccer
Mike Kirwan outlines some reasons for the American shift towards the world's favorite sport....
How to Spot an Overuse Injury
We’ve all heard the old “no pain, no gain” mantra about sports and exercise. But what about when it ...
The Truth About Dyslexia
There are many misunderstandings about dyslexia. Here, Wendy Burt-Thomas separates fact from myth ab...
MomBiz: Manhattan's Kara Goldin Took the HINT
Read about mom and entrepreneur Kara Goldin and her healthy, flavored-water drinks....
New Places, New Programs: Nutrition for Life
With more than 30 years experience in clinical nutrition and product development, Carl Germano, RD, ...
How to Pack a Healthy and Yummy School Lunch
Dr. Susan Bartell, author of the new book "Dr. Susan's Fit and Fun Family Action Plan," gives tips f...
New and Noteworthy Products for Back to School
Read up on a few fresh and exciting products for back to school in September 2009....
Children and Migraines
One of every four children will complain of headache pain by the age of 15. What parents might not k...
Kids Create Their Own Comic Strips Online
Bill Zimmerman's MakeBeliefsComix.com allows users to channel their feelings and forget about everyd...
Just for Moms: Managing Morning Sickness
An excerpt from the book "Super Fit Mama" by Tracey Mallett with advice on how to manage morning sic...
What School Eye Exams Don't Pick Up
Michal Luchins, O.D., explains why school-issued standard vision screenings are not enough when it c...
Working Moms: Make it a Smooth Morning
This excerpt from "Happy at Work, Happy at Home: The Girl's Guide to Being a Working Mom" offers tip...
10 Ways to Help Your Child Get Structured
Having good organizational skills is very important for your child’s success in school and in life. ...
The PPORA Method for Academic Success
The PPORA Method is a tool devised to improve reading comprehension and study skills. The acronym st...
There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch, But…
New York-area parents give advice on how to cut down on school lunch expenses - without sacrificing ...
Help Your Child Gain Better Studying Skills
Your child is struggling in school, and you want to help her in every way you can. Read on for tips ...
Back-to-School Fashion Tips from the Experts
We’ve asked those in the biz to fill us in on what’s hot this season, from head to toe. Check out th...
Cure the Back-to-School Blues
New clothes: Check. Hannah Montana backpack: Check. Transformers lunch box: Check. No. 2 pencils, co...
New and Noteworthy; Getting Ready for School
Check out these new products that make back to school easier for kids and parents....
Back To School: Online Learning in the Classroom
With new software, better technology, and more prevalent wireless options in schools around the regi...
Brenda Blackmon: My9 WWOR-TV's Anchorwoman, Mom With a Mission
Broadcast Journalist Brenda Blackmon has had her share of accolades and honors, from Emmys, to Assoc...
Less Stress for Back-to-School Success
Whether we like it or not, the lazy days of summer eventually give way to back-to-school frenzy. Thi...
Beth Israel Medical Center Bans Baby Formula in New Mom Gift Bags
New York City Hospital Joins National Campaign to Stop the Marketing of Baby Formula to New Moms...
The Truth About Acne...For You and Your Teen
Breaking down the myths of acne will best prepare you to help your teenage combat breakouts. And if ...
Kids' Physicals For School Sports!
Most sports injuries are preventable through proper instruction, supervision, and equipment. The pla...
Hometown Hero with a Heart: Brooklyn’s Louie Miranda
There’s an oddly memorable feeling most folks have who were born and bred in Brooklyn; it’s an ingra...
Healthy Afterschool Snacks for Kids
The most important thing to do at snack time is to rethink the words “snack food.”...
How to Stay Organized with School & Afterschool Clutter & Confusion!
Back to school means back to textbooks, homework, and backpacks, and for many kids, back to aftersch...
River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor in Westchester
This summer, explore local history and the landscape on the fifth annual River Day at Van Cortlandt ...
The Latest Word on Immunizations for Kids
Your child is due to be vaccinated, but you’ve heard that talk about potential dangers and you’re no...
Back to School Shopping on a Budget
How about turning back-to-school shopping into a teachable moment — a real-life exercise for your ki...
A Family Vacation to Orlando, FL
Orlando adds new stuff — amazing stuff — stuff that begs repeat familt visits to indulge in the late...
Summer Learning
The opportunities for fun summer learning are endless, from day camps that offer specific programs t...
Ricki Lake Actress, Filmmaker, Author… Mom!
Ricki Lake’s proactive stance on natural childbirth is balanced lovingly by her views on family and ...
Afterschool Classes & Programs: What Kids and Parents Want Now
With the afterschool landscape ever changing, we’ve identified the newest trends and the hottest pro...
Where to: Pick-Your-Own Berries in the New York Area
It's berry-picking season! See where you & your kids can pick-your-own in & around Rockland County,...
How To Inspire the Non-Academic Child
It’s natural to have trouble with some subjects, to have strengths and weaknesses, including at scho...
A Family Vacation to Bermuda
Now celebrating its 400th anniversary, Bermuda — just a short flight from the east coast — makes for...
Swine Flu: Vaccine Update
Federal health officials are attempting to speed up availability of the swine flu vaccine for this f...
Just For Moms: Get Beautiful Summer Hair in Your Kitchen!
While a good shampoo and conditioner are must-haves, you can cut down your exposure to chemicals by ...
