Confession: I dislike the evening bath. I know – revoke my #1 Mom badge now (not that I was ever really that close to being #1 Mom…ever). I am a whole ‘nother parent after 5pm. I turn from a nice, entertaining, patient parent into a grumpy, short-tempered, why-don’t-you-just-go-to-sleep troll. I am not proud. And in…
Toys
How to host a playdate
The best way, in my opinion, to host a playdate for babies is to keep it unstructured. Why unstructured? Because the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry (to quote Robert Burns – the writer). What Robert means (and so do I) is that plans never go as planned…especially when children are…
Indoor Boredom Busters for the Cold Winter Months
But baby it’s cold outside! That classic song rings true in these cold winter months…however baby is less than understanding that he can’t go out. How do you bust the winter boredom?! Indoor activities – fun, engaging, activities – whether you need to kill some time between naps or play away the afternoon – I’ve got…
Fisher-Price “Mom’s Helper” App
Fisher-Price has just launched a FREE smart phone application called “Mom’sHelper” that is available on Blackberry®, Android®, and iSO devices. Here are a few things that it can do to make your life easier: · Find the perfect toy based on your child’s specific needs · Keep track of your child’s age,height and weight · …
Babies, Moments and Milestones
I’m already smiling while typing this post. Baby T is doing so much these days that just melt my heart and make me smile. He’s playing (not me playing but HIM actually playing). He’s learning how to watch. Expect. Think. Do. And…wait for it…he’s WALKING! Click on the video link and you’re media player will…
FREE Shipping at MasterMind Toys
Sharing with the club…Free shipping on Mastermind Toys (no minimum) until Wed. Nov. 30th! They include free gift wrapping and tags too. And they are a Canadian company – so shop local and on-line (during nap time if you like)
Finding the perfect gift for baby
Having just “had” a baby (ugh – he will be celebrating his 1st birthday soon so I guess just had is wrong wording at this point) I am often asked for recommendations for baby gifts. My personal opinion, for babes under 1, something fun, durable, musical and action-packed to grow their attention skills. My most…
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn™ Apptivity™ Case Review
Laugh & Learn™ Apptivity™ Case is a toy that gets parents talking! Intended age range is 6-36 months. The premise is that baby/toddler can rattle, shake, touch texture and look in mirror – all developing baby’s senses and encouraging play. What’s there to talk about you ask? Well, the conversation starter is that this toy has…
5 Things to Give New Parents
Food. Fill new parents’ fridge with soups, stews, casseroles, muffins and bars. New parents don’t have the time (nor energy to cook). There is a special place in heaven for people who bring food to tired families. Baby clothes. Babies go through so many outfits! Don’t just think newborn clothes but think down the line…
Mastermind Toys – Be A Star Program
THE WHAT: Mastermind Toys THE PROGRAM: For every new Facebook fan Mastermind acquire, Mastermind will donate $1 to the Make A Wish Foundation Canada. The goal is to donate $10,000 by December 23rd, 2011. THE BONUS: Also running a sweepstakes draw for a $1000 shopping spree at Mastermind to thank our fans for their loyalty and…
Blissdom Canada, Fisher-Price and my nerves
Dear Readers, Let me tell you a little secret. I worry, fret, overthink, muddle, get anxious over the silliest of things. It has been said “if Caroline could worry about shoe laces she would”. Which is not entirely untrue (will they stay tied? will they become untied? there is worrying in that). And being the…
Imagine the Imagination | #playpanel
“Pretend Play” isn’t happening around here. There is free-play. There is a bit of independent play. Side by side play with his sisters. However my little 9 month old just doesn’t do pretend play yet – which made me wonder if I’m somehow missing an important developmental, creative, life-skill growth thing here. Then I realized…ok…