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How A Flexible Routine Can Cure Spring Fever

by | May 06, 2023 | 2 comment(s)

Your kids have spring fever, but there’s still time left in the school year. Here’s how a flexible routine can help. I’m one of those structured moms. I keep after-school and evening hours pretty organized during the school year. Kids come home, eat snack, homework and play, baths and showers, dinner, then bed. I find…

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Where to Enjoy Winter Sports This Season (NY/NJ)

by | January 17, 2022 | 3 comment(s)

Here are more ideas for some winter fun Two years ago, I shared some ideas for great outdoor winter sports activities on this site. Last winter, I visited additional ski slopes and ice rinks to share with you here. I love trips that are in the spirit of winter, and I always try to find new winter…

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6 Indoor Places to Visit for Family Fun – NJ

by | December 02, 2021 | 4 comment(s)

If you’re looking for a place to have fun with the kids over this Chanukah vacation, here are some ideas. With the cold weather setting in but not cold enough for winter sports, I reached into my repertoire of indoor places to visit.  This time I decided to focus on a blend of 6 indoor…

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We Heard the New Kichels Books Was Out–And We Ran to Grab It! 

by | November 08, 2021 | 4 comment(s)

The Kichel Collection 2 is out! This week only get 20% off your copy at Feldheim.com with code Kichel20.  (Plus, enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of carpool-related comics and more you’ll love!) I got super excited when I heard that there was a new Kichels book coming out. So did Esti Waldman (one of my…

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Child Has Fever? How to Know If You Need a Dr. Visit

by and | October 28, 2021 | 7 comment(s)

Is it something to worry about? Or should I just wait it out? Some guidance on fevers. Fever is one of the most common symptoms a pediatrician sees on a daily basis. It is also a frequent reason for office, emergency room and urgent care visits. Parents spend a lot of time, money, and significant…

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Make This Delicious Beef & Broccoli for Dinner. It’s Healthier Than Takeout & So Easy!

by | October 17, 2021 | 28 comment(s)

It takes minutes to prepare, and they’ll love you for preparing this: Beef and Broccoli. There’s no major story here. One of my kids requested beef and broccoli for dinner. But to make this a useful recipe for all of you, I wanted this beef and broccoli to be one that I could mostly prep…

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The No-Bean Chili All Your Kids Will Love

by | October 04, 2021 | 13 comment(s)

Perhaps your kids won’t eat ground beef? Now they will. This chili is an easy family-favorite dinner. For years, when I would hear of friends making meatballs, sloppy joes, or meatloaf for dinner, I would think to myself, “It’s such a shame no one in my family will eat ground beef.” The fact that no…

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This Chol Hamoed: Farms to Enjoy in the Fall

by | September 23, 2021 | 5 comment(s)

You never imagined how much fun your family can actually have at a farm. It’s worth the trip! This year since Chol Hamoed Sukkos is earlier than most years and is at the beginning of the fall season I thought it would be a great time to enjoy a farm outing. Here are some farms…

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This Fall is the Perfect Time to Get to Know Calmin’ Ground

by | September 22, 2021 | 1 comment(s)

It’s nearby in Jackson, NJ. Leave the hustle of daily life behind and enter a world where serenity reigns.  You don’t need to go far to leave the city, breathe the fresh air, and connect with animals and nature. Whether you visit one time with the whole family, or make Calmin’ Grounds a regular adventure,…

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Don’t You Feel Good When You Put on Your New Clothing?

by | September 13, 2021 | 0 comment(s)

We all know how good our children feel when they get dressed up in their new Yom Tov outfits. We also know how expensive it is to get everyone outfitted. Don’t you sometimes think, “How do people afford it?” Not everyone does. But there’s an answer: Bobbie’s Place. Every child deserves to feel good. And,…

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