Such a simple hairstyle…and our tips will make it even simpler. A couple of years ago, Victoria shared her trick for making a ponytail that stays neat all day long. Lots of you loved that one and reported back that you’ve been using that technique all the time. So now we’re back with a few…
Children & Teens
Our Toddler Bibs Are Available in Two New Colors!
Our first delivery of toddler bibs sold out before Yom Tov – now you can get them in two brand new colors! Our salmon and sage BCPxLL Toddler bibs sold out fast (there might be just a few salmon left, you can get them here). Now, just arrived, we have two new colors that you…
This Homeschooling Stuff is Tough. Are You Struggling to Teach Your Children Reading Skills?
It’s too overwhelming and you didn’t think you could do it. But you can! You can teach your child reading, and it’s easy with the ReadBright program of workbooks and readers. Use code HOMESCHOOL15 for 15% off all products! I admit, I don’t think I would make a very good teacher. I was much happier…
These Can Help You Prepare Your Son for His First Haircut
There are always those boys that yell and scream the day that it’s time for their first haircut. You can make sure they’re brave and ready. You know the moment. Just when you want to capture that milestone, they toss their yarmulke and cry and cry while you keep trying to take that photo. One way…
Make the Most of Staying Home By Learning a Musical Instrument
Wouldn’t it be great to come out of this extended stay at home with a lifetime skill? Introduce a new musical instrument to your child and watch them develop talents they can use forever. Right now, we’re all looking to keep our kids – or ourselves – busy and entertained. By now, most of them…
How to Childproof a Tablet
It’s a Catch-22. Our children need a tablet for their classes. But we don’t want them exposed to the internet or wasting time playing games. What should we do? A few weeks ago, we posted about this inexpensive tablet which has proven to be a great affordable solution for so many households where there are…
The Best Outdoor Toys for Summer
There are some toys that just go hand in hand with outdoor fun. Here are some of our favorite outdoor toys that will entertain your kids and will last for years to come. (Originally posted in 2018 and updated in April 2020.) I love anything and everything made by Step2. The designs are intuitive, the…
Your Child Needs These 4 Things Before They Can Go To Sleep
Do you struggle at bedtime? Find it hard to get young children to sleep? Gain clarity by getting to know your child’s pre-bedtime needs. Children need four conditions to be met in order to sleep: 1. They Need to Be Tired. I know this sounds straightforward but it’s not so simple. The body produces melatonin…
Bedwetting Child? These Solutions Make Cleanup Way Easier
Changing linens every time a child wets the bed is a huge hassle. These tips make it much easier for mom to handle a bedwetting child. Your pediatrician may have assured you that your child will eventually outgrow their bedwetting issue, but how do you manage until that happens? Once your child outgrows pull-ups, or…
Fun Ways to Enhance Your Child’s Reading and Math Skills
The school year is underway and your child will be learning and growing a lot…but how do you reinforce those new skills? Or give your child extra help in an area they might need? Kids don’t just learn in school. Every experience is an opportunity to learn or practice skills. Here are some ideas for…