Stress. We all have it. Some of us are able to handle it better than others. As for me, I struggle. When things start to stack up, I get overwhelmed and I turn into this crazy lunatic running around barking orders. That, or I just decide I'm not going to deal and I sit on the couch, put in my headphones, and do my best to ignore all my responsibilities. Which me all know is impossible when you're Keep Reading >>
KoalaSafe-Internet Parental Controls
As a Mom with kids that are growing up a world where technology is ever present it is hard to feel in control. I grew up in the 80's and 90's and life was so much simpler then or at least thats how I remember it. Our form of entertainment involved playing outside, battling on friend's Nintendo consoles and going to the latest kid's film at the movie theater. The internet was brand new when I Keep Reading >>
Kidloland App & Giveaway!
My kids are in love with technology. All Kinds. The iPad, the television, and my phone... always my phone. I don't like to always give in to their need for the screen, but I definitely don't always say no. I actually think it's important for them to become familiar with technology because it is so much a part of our world now. Practitcally everything we do these days is through some type of Keep Reading >>
Color on the Go with Coco Color Stylus
My family and I have a few upcoming trips and I am already stressing out. Whether its driving to NJ or heading clear across the United States, I always make sure to pack lots and lots of things to keep my kids entertained. The iPad plus coloring books, notebooks and what feels like a hundred markers and crayons must be packed. I for one am sick of lugging the notebooks, coloring books, crayons Keep Reading >>
Amazon Underground: Top 10 Apps
During the summer I make it a point to install both educational apps and entertainment apps for my children to enjoy while we are traveling or at home (for rainy days). I am so happy I learned about the Amazon Underground app that is available for Andropid smartphones. It includes access to content that isn't available on the Amazon Shopping app found on Google Play. These extra features Keep Reading >>
Povi
Products designed to help parents raise happier, caring and confident children are products that I can personally get behind and Povi is one of those products. Povi is a connected toy with a mission, for children ages 3-8 that helps parent and child establish a daily habit of thoughtful conversation. Of course in turn this conversation helps children develop crucial social-emotional Keep Reading >>
Camp Homer
According to the National Summer Learning Association, students may lose up to three months of learning during the summer. Keep your kids' brains busy with Camp Homer! My five year old son is finishing up preschool this month and will be off to Kindergarten in the fall. Since we have a few months off from school I decided that we will be using Camp Homer to keep those wheels in his brain Keep Reading >>
Review & Giveaway: Homer Learn to Read
My son who just turned five started preschool this year and absolutely loves it. He loves learning new things, playing with his friends and making crafts. If you were to ask him about his favorite activity in school, he would reply, "story-time!" My son thinks his older sister is super cool because she can read books all by herself. Often when I check on my kids before bed, they are cuddling Keep Reading >>
Review: Captain McFinn’s Swim & Play App
We all know that kids love playing with electronics. My littles are always stealing my phone to play games and watch Netflix. I find my phone in the most random places; the toy box in the playroom, underneath their beds, in the bathroom cupboard, it's been a little ridiculous. I thought about just deleting the kids apps from my phone, but I want to be able to use the apps while we are out and Keep Reading >>
Kids Academy Apps Updated | Free Educational Apps + Printable Worksheets!
This blog has partnered with Mom Buzz Media to announce this exciting information! Kids Academy Releases Preschool Education Center for iOS and Android! I am always looking for apps that will entertain my kiddos and also, teach them something! I love when I find an app that achieves both. Kids Academy has apps that keep their little brains turning with concepts that challenge them. Kids Keep Reading >>