Please Keep Hands, Feet and All Objects In the Car This mom lost her beautiful daughter this July to a horrible swimming accident. Her writing moves me because she makes such an effort to appreciate “the sparkles” in life. This post touched me in particular because of the “fancy Hannah” shoes. The little things really […]
Friday Playgroup: August 17, 2007
The Great Toy Recalls of ’07: The Parentosphere is abuzz about the lead paint recalls. We recommend some stores for lead-free toys and a test kit, AmyGeekGrl has some more options and good news from Melissa & Doug (Crunchy Domestic Goddess), Stephanie is turning to homemade playthings (Adventures in Babywearing), cardboard boxes are looking better […]
Friday Playgroup: August 10, 2007
Natural Mommy is resolving to avoid using television as part of her parenting toolbox after reading that Educational DVDs Slow Infant Learning (New Scientist) and Kim is, let’s face it, gloating (heart shaped hedges): Is it the lack of interaction, or the videos themselves? So what do you think… Useful supplement to interactive play? Essential […]
Friday Playgroup: August 3, 2007
I’ve been reading some of the stories in the news lately about infant deaths with tears streaming down my face. Coincidentally, I visited Thingamababy today to find he’s been on a safety-kick: after taking A Look at Three Child Car Heat Death Safety Devices Thingamababy updates us about tragic Baby-in-Car Heat Death News. He also […]
Friday Playgroup: July 27, 2007
You don’t have to have a lump to have breast cancer: If you are a woman or love a woman, please go read this right now! And help WhyMommy spread the word. (Toddler Planet) We can’t all be the American Idol, and few of us have a fairy godmother I’ve often wondered the same thing. […]
Friday Playgroup: July 20, 2007
More Working Moms Dream Of Going Part-Time 60% of mothers say part-time work is their ideal, but many agree we need more opportunities to work part-time. (CNN.com) Backlash? I, too, am torn between feeling empathy for parents who want a more child-friendly world and utter exasperation over the self-absorption shown by the “my kid can […]
Friday Playgroup: July 13, 2007
Do You Hide the Guns for Play Dates? Thought-provoking post on toy guns. (Absolutely Bananas) On Marriage This romantic anniversary post is a must-read. MetroDad writes, “Marriage is the single greatest institution in the history of civilization—if you meet the right person.” I agree! (MetroDad) What Would You Do If You Got This Email? This […]
Friday Playgroup: July 6, 2007
The Secret Lives of Toddlers I did this to my mother too. (Of the Princess and the Pea) Sesame Street Is My Snooze Button Now I finally understand why Sesame Street starts at 7am. (Girl’s Gone Child) People in Need Campaign A reminder that I should think twice about saying I “need” something. (StyleDash) Quiz: […]
Friday Playgroup: June 29, 2007
In the summertime, a Parent Blogger’s mind turns to… When babies spread their wings and take Flight. Sigh. (Her Bad Mother) Did I REALLY Just Say That? Personally I prefer the UPS guy. Something about those shorts. (IzzyMom) BusyMom answers your questions about Single Sex Education. Her “ass is hungry“. Did I just type that? […]
Friday Playgroup: June 22, 2007
Castle Cake: Embarrassing but true. I want one of these for my next birthday! (Scribbit) Cooking with Hyacinth: Amazing cooking blog with detailed step-by-step photos and original recipes. In one of the photos, she sports a really cute apron that you can find at TheKitchenMadonna. (The Pioneer Woman Cooks) What? Huh? You Must Be Kidding? […]
