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3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
It’s inevitable that your kids will be introduced to technology–and in our current media consumption climate, it’s usually sooner rather than later. Parents might have many questions about how to first introduce their kids to technology, and how to keep them safe. Theresa Desuyo, digital family expert at Qustodio, and Dr. Nicole Beurkens, who also works with Qustodio, are here with tips on how to manage your kid’s screen time, how to protect them from all the harmful content they can find online, and how to keep the conversation going with your older kids so they know you have their best interests at heart.
Nov 15, 2019
Where to Meet Santa on Long Island This Year
Between your usual Christmas activities, like cutting your own tree or getting a jump on your holiday shopping, take some time to visit the man in the red suit! Luckily, there are so many places to meet Santa in Long Island, and we've put together a list of the best spots to meet and have photos taken with him in Nassau and Suffolk counties! Plus, check out our guides for Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, and Westchester, Rockland, and Bergen counties!
Nov 15, 2019
The Best Places to Meet Santa in NYC This Year
Between your usual Christmas activities, like cutting your own tree or getting a jump on your holiday shopping, take some time to visit the man in the red suit! Luckily, there are so many places to meet Santa in New York City, and we've put together a list of the best spots to meet and have photos taken with him in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. Plus, check out our guides for Long Island and Westchester, Rockland, and Bergen counties!
Nov 15, 2019
Meet the Long Island Mom Behind Boards and Bay
Meet Nicole Bergman, the stay-at-home mom of two toddlers behind the blog and Instagram Boards and Bay. She's one of the parenting influencers we love in the New York metro area!
Nov 15, 2019
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3 Things a Person With Special Needs Can Do To Find a Job
Here are three things a person with special needs can do to help them land a job.
Where to Volunteer with Your Kids in Manhattan
Lend a little hand in your community, and make it a family affair! We've put together a guide to some places around Manhattan that need your help, including nonprofit organizations, nursing homes, animal shelters, food pantries, and more.
Nov 12, 2019
Do You Need a Special Education Attorney?
You know when your child with special needs isn’t receiving the education that is right for him. Maybe he’s struggling in a class that’s not a good fit. Perhaps he’s not receiving the supports and services he’s entitled to outside of class. He might even be in the wrong school altogether. But going up against a school district and the New York State Department of Education to fight for your child can be a daunting task for any parent. That’s where special education attorneys come in. They can help you understand your child’s rights, fight for his free and appropriate education, reach an agreement with your school, or get him into a new one. In fact, a special education attorney can make all the difference.
Oct 29, 2019
Awesome Family Events Happening This Weekend in Nassau County
Looking to plan an awesome weekend packed with fun for the whole family? Whether you are planning a day trip in close to the New York metro area or are looking for kid-friendly fun that's close to home, we've got you covered! There’s a lot of kid-friendly family fun planned for this weekend right here in Nassau County. From concerts and performances to museum exhibits, shows, crafts activities, seasonal events, and parades, you'll find something to do that keeps the whole family having fun! Plan your weekend on Long Island with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly events happening in and around Nassau County, including family fun in and near Uniondale, Wantagh, East Meadow, Roslyn Harbor, Bellmore, Garden City, Mineola, Rockville Centre, Syosset, Westbury, Farmingdale, Hempstead, Plainview, Woodbury, and Jericho.
Nov 11, 2019
Indoor and Outdoor Ice-Skating Rinks in the New York Area
Find indoor and outdoor ice-skating rinks in the New York area, including New York City, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, Bergen County, NJ, and Fairfield County, CT.
Oct 30, 2019
Fun Things To Do This Weekend with Kids in New York City
There’s a lot to do this weekend with your family, whether you're planning a day trip that's close to New York City or are looking for the best things to do with kids in Manhattan this weekend. After all, weekends are the best because you get to spend time with your kids, so make the most of your time together and check out our picks for the best kid-friendly activities in Manhattan! From concerts and performances to museum exhibits, shows, crafts activities, seasonal events, and parades, you're sure to find something to do that keeps everyone happy and having fun. Look no further for ideas and plan your weekend in New York City with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly events happening in and around your neighborhood, including family fun in Central Park, the Lower East Side, the Upper West Side, Harlem, Midtown, the Upper East Side, Greenwich Village, Battery Park, Bryant Park, Sugar Hill, Tribeca, the Bronx, and Lower Manhattan.
Nov 11, 2019
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Why Social-Emotional Skills are Important for Development
As parents and caregivers, we tirelessly seek ways to ensure that our children are happy, healthy, and successful. Some parents place a strong emphasis on academic achievement, while others focus significantly on extracurricular activities such as sports and music—all with the belief that having strengths in a well-defined area will put their children ahead of the game. When it comes to a well-rounded development however, parents often unwittingly overlook the importance social and emotional functioning, until these areas become an issue of concern. Times are changing, and there has been a paradigm shift in terms of how researchers and educators define wellness and success in our children. Here’s why social-emotional skills are important for children’s development.
Jan 04, 2019
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of kid-friendly Thanksgiving activities in Westchester County and Rockland County that the whole family will enjoy.
Nov 14, 2019
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids on Long Island
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids on Long Island's Nassau and Suffolk counties that the whole family will enjoy.
Nov 14, 2019
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids in New York City
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens that the whole family will enjoy.
Nov 14, 2019
Red Panda Cubs Make Their Debut at the Prospect Park Zoo
Two male red panda cubs are soon to make their public debut at Prospect Park Zoo! They were born over the summer and are now strong enough to venture into their habitat with their mother, Willow, who has been caring for them in an indoor den since birth. Red panda cubs are born with much lighter coats than the rusty red and black of adult animals, and their coats darken as they get older. They reach adulthood at around 18 months old. The two cubs are Styan’s red pandas, a subspecies of panda from the eastern portion of the Himalayan range in China and northern Myanmar.
Nov 14, 2019
The Bloomingdale's Flagship Holiday Exhibit is ‘Out of This World’
This year’s Bloomingdales “Out of This World” holiday campaign is inspired by the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and will feature holiday windows, themed gift shops, in-store experiences, and a performance from John Legend, who will gift shoppers with songs from an expanded version of his first Christmas album, A Legendary Christmas: The Deluxe Edition. “Out of This World” focus on conveying the excitement, romance, and imagination of space travel through iridescent holographic shopping bags, gift boxes, and a special catalog featuring the department store’s favorite items of the season.
Nov 12, 2019
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6 Ways to Give Your Child's Confidence a Boost
As parents, we want our kids to be happy, self-assured, and confident. But building a child's self-confidence is sometimes a little harder than we imagine it will be. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to help your children learn to believe in themselves—and to encourage them to face the future with optimism instead of fear. Here are six of the most effective ways you can help your children increase their self-confidence.
Jan 30, 2018
Ice-Skating Rinks Near You!
Break out the skates and bundle up for a day of family fun on the ice! Click Here
Influencers We Love: Danielle Guenther Photography
Meet Danielle Sapienza, the NYC mom behind Danielle Guenther Photography. Click Here
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