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Staycation Ideas 102: Get Moving with LeapTV from LeapFrog

November 14, 2014 By admin

LeapFrog, LeapTV, Review, Video Game, Kids Toys, Holiday Gifts, Learning Toys

Keeping NYC kids entertained outside in the winter can be challenging but can so staying home which typically means a post-playdate messy apartment. When LeapFrog and MomSelect asked if I wanted to try out the new LeapTV and host my very own playdate, I was excited to say the least. My five-year old daughter had never played […]

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2 CommentsFiled Under: Great Gifts, Just for Boys, Just for Dads, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Products I love, Staycation, Toys Tagged With: Dance, exercise, Games, games for kids, holiday gifts, LeapFrog, LeapTV, learning, review, sports, Staycation, technology, toys, video games

Family Fun with Baby Loves Disco Dance Parties

November 12, 2014 By admin

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Can you imagine a family friendly activity where kids can dance and sing under disco lights, moms can catch up with friends and dads can guzzle beer?  It exists and its called Baby Loves Disco! My family and I were invited to check out the Boo Baby Boo Halloween Baby Loves Disco party in NYC last month and […]

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Leave a CommentFiled Under: California, Chicago, Events, Just for Boys, Just for Dads, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Just for Moms, New York, playtime, reviews, Staycation, Where To Go Tagged With: Baby Loves Disco, Chicago, Dance Party, DJ, Face Painting, Halloween, kids, Los Angeles, New York, Pajama Party, San Francisco, Staycation

Somebody Come and Play! Checking out the Sesame Street Exhibit at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in Lincoln Center

November 6, 2014 By admin

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It was a cold and rainy day outside but when my daughter and I stepped into the “Somebody Come and Play” Sesame Street Exhibit at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, things suddenly turned warm and fuzzy. From life size characters like Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch, Elmo and Snuffleupagus to movies and […]

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2 CommentsFiled Under: Day Trip, Events, free, Just for Boys, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Museums, New York, reviews, Staycation, Travel, United States Tagged With: Exhibit, Family Travel, Free, kids, New York Public Library, NYC, NYC with Kids, PBS, Sesame Street

Fun Food Friday: Top 10 Kid Friendly Snacks for Planes, Trains and Automobiles

October 31, 2014 By admin

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Do your kids say “I’m hungry” all the time?  That’s an easy one when you’re home but when you’re on the go, you better be ready with some kid friendly snacks. Here are some of my favorite go-to, mostly healthy snacks for traveling. 1) Food that doesn’t make a mess is a win when you’re on the go. […]

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Leave a CommentFiled Under: Airplane, Food and Drink, Fun Food Friday, Just for Boys, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Products I love, reviews Tagged With: baked snacks, Banana, banana chips, cereal, cheese sticks, granola, Healthy Snacks, kid friendly snacks, kids, Pack'Ems, rice cakes, snack bags, snacks, trail mix

How to host a Caribbean themed party in 10 easy steps

October 29, 2014 By admin

Under the Sea, Mermaid, Caribbean, Party, birthday, decor, balloons, pina colada, fruit kebobs

My daughter recently requested a Caribbean themed party with dolphins for her 5th birthday. This would have been super easy if it was summer and if we had a pool (and a backyard!) but for a New York City party in the fall, it took a little creativity. Read on to see my tips for […]

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3 CommentsFiled Under: baby shower, beach, Caribbean, crafty, Design, DIY, Events, Food and Drink, Holidays and Celebrations, Just for Boys, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, New York, Products I love Tagged With: balloons, birthday party, cake, Candy, Caribbean, cupcakes, diy, Dolphins, Goldfish, Hexbug Aquabot, mac and cheese, mermaid, NYC, Party Decor, party snacks, Pinterest

Top 5 Family Friendly Halloween Activities in NYC

October 24, 2014 By admin

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This is probably going to be one of the last nice weekends before the Polar Vortex strikes again so get your costumes ready and check out these family friendly Halloween activities. 1) Circle Line’s Halloween Ball Kids Costume Cruise Want to combine a Halloween activity with a little sightseeing?  You’ll love Circle Line’s special Halloween Ball – […]

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Leave a CommentFiled Under: Contest, crafty, Cruises, Events, free, Holidays and Celebrations, Just for Boys, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, New York, Staycation, United States, Where To Go, Zoo Tagged With: Baby Loves Disco, Boo at the Zoo, Circle Line, costumes, Cruise, Dance Party, Events, Fall Events, Halloween, Halloween Contests, Halloween Kidz Karnival, Haunted High Line, New York with Kids, NYC, sightseeing, The Bronx Zoo, The High Line

“Frozen” Inspired Disney Cruises to Norway Debut in June

October 17, 2014 By admin

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Do you have a Frozen fan in your family?  I thought so.  If you’re looking for a summer Disney getaway that doesn’t involve scorching temperatures and long lines, check out the new Disney cruises aboard the Disney Magic to the Norwegian Fjords. This scenic region of Norway served as the inspiration and backdrop for Frozen […]

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Fun and Free in Manhattan: Explore the High Line in NYC

October 10, 2014 By admin

Fun and Free in Manhattan: Explore the High Line in NYC, High Line, NYC, Travel, Kids, Family Friendly

New York City can be a super expensive place to visit but there is never a shortage of free family friendly activities and attractions if you’re in the know. Today I’m showcasing the High Line in NYC’s Chelsea neighborhood. One of the best places for kids of all ages to take in New York City, the […]

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Cute and Comfy Pajamas for Little Jetsetters

October 3, 2014 By admin

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I always pack my favorite pajamas when I travel so when I pack my daughter’s suitcase, I always make sure to bring her favorite comfy pajamas along too. While my daughter still has a soft spot for princess nightgowns, she likes her pajamas a little more “grown up looking” now that she’s almost five (going […]

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Adorable Halloween Costumes for Little Globetrotters

September 29, 2014 By admin

Halloween costumes, kids costumes, Halloween, travel, family, DIY costumes

Tis the season for pumpkins and adorable Halloween costumes! I searched Pinterest high and low and here are my top five Halloween costumes for Globetrotting Kids… 1) This Baby Pilot DIY costume is just perfect for the under-one jet set. 2) How cute is this DIY Mini Eiffel Tower? 3) I just love these little DIY Pan Am Stewardess Costumes. 4) […]

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