Pets are a great way to keep kids busy during the summer. And there are few that are as cute as chicks! So…you want to get chickens. Maybe you keep seeing people with cute little backyard laying flocks, taking in their own fresh eggs every morning and wish that were you. Or perhaps, like me,…
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An Electric Air Pump Will Keep Your Inflatables Pumped Up
This is the quickest way to keep all your pool toys and tires (bike, stroller, and even car included!) pumped up. Keep this pump in your car and you’ll be able to get yourself to a repair shop too! When you get to your car and see a flat tire (or if your air pressure…
Use This Hack to Keep a Skirt Down While Bike-Riding
Hey girls–no worries. This is a great trick for keeping your skirt in place while on a bike. In my work training people (ok, mostly children) to ride a two-wheeler bicycle, I get to enjoy the thrill of confidence when a rider picks up speed and independently rides off, wind in face. And then, the…
How to Teach a Child to Ride a Bike
Maybe this post will give away some trade secrets of my bike coaching business, but if it can encourage happy and confident riders, I am ready to share! There are no don’ts when it comes to riding a bike, just do’s: Know that the child wants it. I always try to start my coaching sessions with…
Where to Enjoy Winter Sports This Season (NY/NJ)
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…
This Chol Hamoed: Farms to Enjoy in the Fall
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…
You Will Never Need Another Mat in Your Lifetime
Will you be a guest this Yom Tov? The Samson Door Mat is a perfect hostess gift. Use code BCP10 for 10% off your order. The Samson door mat from U.S. Mat Company has been a favorite of ours for a couple of years now. Yes, we know it’s expensive. But hear us out. Sometimes,…
Move Over Avocado Toast. Tomato and Ricotta Cheese Toast Is Perfect for Your Picnic
It’s super simple to prepare, tastes gourmet, and unlike avocado, you can take it along and it won’t go brown. The base of your toasts should be some good quality fresh bread (the parbaked French baguettes from the freezer section are also good). View the full summer worthy picnic in this post. Since the ingredients…
Join Between Carpools On This Summer Worthy Picnic
We’re packing some games, some refreshing food, and of course, our Luxe dishes. Use code BCP15 off your order at LuxeParty.com! It’s about the midpoint of summer (depending on how you’re counting) and we’re reminding you to create some memories and change things up sometimes. And the simplest way to do that? The picnic. Whether…
There’s So Much To Do in Pennsylvania this Summer (Philly/Poconos Area)
Want to plan a summer trip? You don’t have to go far from home. There is so much to do in the Pocono Mountains area, also known as the Poconos, spread over a few towns and the surrounding areas. It’s a great family friendly destination with activities for all ages. Best of all, it is…