Is there a day care stigma?

September 13, 2012 By 2 Comments
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Many new parents on Long Island face the tough task of selecting childcare for their children. For most of us, our choices consist of three options: hire a nanny, enroll at a daycare center, or have a family member provide the care. All have their own benefits and drawbacks, and sometimes the decision simply comes down to what we can afford and what’s available. I went back to work as a teacher when my son was nine months old. My husband and I decided that with our schedules (and my … [Read more...]

Live Clean Baby: Organic Baby Care Products At Affordable Prices

April 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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As more and more parents seek out healthier options in household products, they are faced with a new problem: price. Organic food is often more expensive and leaving chemicals out seems to boost prices up. There are, of course, exceptions to this rule and now that natural and eco-friendly is more in-demand, more options are becoming affordable. Live Clean Baby is a Canadian company that recently launched an eco-friendly baby care products line in the U.S. and they sent me a few items to try … [Read more...]

Gluten Free Equals Gross? Not With Udi’s!

April 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Whenever I hear of someone having an allergy or sensitivity to gluten, my heart breaks a little and I clutch my bagels and brownies a bit closer. I am a self-diagnosed wheat addict. That being said, when I received a box of Udi's Gluten Free foods to sample, I thought the UPS man had the wrong house. Having now tried a few of Udi's products, I am comforted to know that my gluten-free friends are not relegated to a joyless life without wheat. The Snickerdoodle cookies? Ridiculous. Delicious, … [Read more...]

Mommy’s Going Back to Work

March 23, 2012 By 1 Comment

Before I gave birth to our son Nolan last April, my husband Matt and I planned and saved and determined that I could take maternity leave for nine months. At the start of my leave, nine months sounded like forever. I had the summer to look forward to, the back-to-school whirlwind I wouldn’t be a part of, the holidays – it seemed like so much time. And in many ways, it was so much time -  I’m well aware that some women return to work after a few short weeks! That being said, even after … [Read more...]

Get The Perfect Baby Shower Gift – Citrus Lane

March 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Shopping for a baby shower gift usually leaves you with two options: buy something off the mom-to-be’s registry and surrender all chance of surprise, or go rogue and make your own choice but risk it being returned or re-gifted. Recently, I came across a third option and I am thrilled to have found it! Citrus Lane is a new subscription service that sends a box out each month with goodies suited to your baby’s age. Boxes range from newborn to 18 months and you can opt in at any age. If … [Read more...]

Healthy, Delicious Granola (and it’s local!)

February 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Granola can be a tasty, good-for-you snack if you choose wisely. Unfortunately, what you sometimes find in the supermarket has so much added sugar, that all the health benefits seem lost in a sea of calories. A better option is to make your own, or select varieties packed with healthy ingredients. I recently had the chance to try some of Pure Bliss Eats' granola and I was happily impressed! Pure Bliss Eats is a Long Island-based bakery. From their website: Pure Bliss Eats has a mission to be … [Read more...]

Best Beauty and Body Products for New Moms

January 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
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Ask a new mom how she is feeling in the days and weeks after delivery and you might hear answers like, "overjoyed, exhausted, overwhelmed, exhilarated, and in love," but you probably won't hear, "I'm feeling beautiful and refreshed-looking!" The hard work of labor and delivery coupled with sleepless nights can leave you looking a little haggard. I've put together some of my favorite products to help you look and feel better. Best Beauty Products for New Moms Tinted moisturizer evens out … [Read more...]

Ideas For A No Stress Holiday Party

December 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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If you are planning to have a holiday gathering this month and haven't started planning, don't worry! My idol Ina Garten (The Barefoot Contessa) often recommends combining homemade hor d’oeuvres with assemble-at-home and store bought snacks. This advice is especially helpful this time of year when we’re all running in a bazillion different directions. After attending Fresh Direct’s Nassau County launch party and tasting some of their treats, I went through the website and picked out a few … [Read more...]

Staying Positive in a Sea of Friendly Cynicism

November 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
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Those who know me best know I can be a bit of a worrier. Becoming pregnant last year was thrilling, and although it gave me a boatload of new things to worry about, I truly made a conscious effort to try to relax and not project anxiety or negativity on my little one. I quickly realized that being around negative and cynical people had a tremendous impact on my mood and nerves. Most of the time, that negative energy was unintentional, people didn’t mean to be condescending or insulting, but it … [Read more...]

Introducing Jenny Post – Parent Panel Member

November 14, 2011 By 1 Comment

Hi, everyone! I’m very excited for the opportunity to be a part of the LIParentSource.com Parent Panel and share some of my thoughts, experiences and ideas with you. A little about me - I was born and raised on Long Island and I attended college upstate at Binghamton University. My husband and I met at Binghamton and have been married for four years. We have a six-month old son and a four-year old Shih-tzu. It’s just me and the boys! Thankfully, with the exception of the dog, they’re … [Read more...]