Traveling With Kids: 5 Tips for Survival

We recently traveled across the Atlantic with our five kids. Pre-flight, I had some anxiety, but as there was no other expeditious way to visit Italy, we had only one option — 8 hours of flight time with 3 year old active boys (the three older girls pretty much fend for themselves at this point.) […]

Create a Thanksgiving Tradition

It’s that time of year. If the idea of participating in another family discussion on who is hosting and who is bringing what leaves you less than enthused, maybe it’s time to develop some new Thanksgiving traditions. Here are some thanksgiving travel ideas that may have you reinventing how you spend your holiday season. Make Your Thanksgiving Magical in NYC […]

How Bad is Candy Corn?

And ... why do I have it on my counter?

We Found a Fast-Food, Healthy, Preservative-Free Kids’ Meal!

Tired of unhealthy fast food options for the kids filled with sugar and preservatives? Panera has a new take on the average kids’ meal. While kids’ meals at most fast food chains are limited to 3 or 4 options–usually one that chicken nuggets–Panera is offering kids’ portions (and pricing) on 40 of their adult entrees. You […]

Hayrides For A Cause!

Spend some time with family, enjoy a hayride, and help support the people of Puerto Rico. This Saturday October 28th William’s Nursery on Springfield Avenue will be donating all of their hayride proceeds to Puerto Rico to the organization, PRxPR.org Hayrides are $5 per person, and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to PRxPR. […]

10+ Spooky, Fun (& Healthy) Halloween Treats

Treats don’t have to be all sugar. Here are 10 of our favorite Healthy Halloween Treats for class parties or a fun snack at home. Trust us Teachers and other parents will thank you.   1. Mini Caramel Apples This is the best caramel apple because it is bite sized and fun to make. It is so easy, […]

Kids Aren’t a Buffet

And, you shouldn't want them to be.

8 Great Halloween Events with Kids

There’s no shortage of family fun for the kids during the Halloween season. Why wear those cute costumes only once when there are 8 great places to show them off! Coventry Trick-or-Treat  •   Friday, October 27th  •  5:30 – 7:30 PM  Join us for candy, treats, and Halloween crafts from your favorite Coventry Village shops & […]