Melanie Amorim aka Mommy Doodles
When I was a child I used to play with my friends outside. I did not have a trendy computer or any other device to keep me at home. Things have changed and modern parents no longer allow their children to be outside unsupervised. Parents worry for their children’s safety. At the same time, kids [...]
My little portal master is going bonkers!! A Skylanders giveaway on moms’ blog?!? He has been talking non-stop about Skylanders since before Santa brought us the game. As your kids are getting ready for Summer it’s now time to put the parents to the test! (i should know it all but i don’t test well, [...]
When you buy a plaything for your child, you likely have several goals in mind. The first one is to keep your child entertained. Yet, young children have an amazing capacity to learn while they play. You can make the most out of this fact by encouraging them to learn while they play. With these [...]
http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/Children_g112-Asian_Girls_Reading_Book_p57976.html When it comes to reading lots of children see reading as a chore and a bore. However there are many things that parents can do to make reading fun and enjoyable for their children. Here are five ways to get your child interested in reading: Read to them – The first thing you should [...]
Two Zoo Hero Youth Awards, made possible by Blue Hills Bank, will be presented at Zootopia Boston, Mass.; March 13, 2013 – Do you know an outstanding youth who is an advocate for wildlife and conservation? Nominate him or her for a Zoo Hero Youth Award. As part of the celebration of Zootopia, Zoo New England’s [...]
Children are generally ready to start shaving when they enter puberty. Girls will likely need frequent shaving more often than boys will. Some boys are ready to start shaving at age 12, while others may be 16 or 17 before they need daily shaves. If you help your child learn how to shave properly, he [...]
It’s hard to not love the festive feel of a home decorated for the winter holidays, with all of the brilliant colors and sparkling lights that you associate with happy memories. Putting away the decorations in January can be a bit of a shock, not to mention the fact that now you have boxes of [...]
So your child is finally getting to the age where she wants to start dressing herself. Your initial response is probably to jump for joy at the thought of not having to wake up early to help your little girl find and put on the perfect outfit, but wait: There are a few important parenting decisions [...]
Left to their own devices, kids will often be drawn to the most attention-grabbing activities, which often include TV, video games, and other electronics. Although having a small amount of these in their life is acceptable, your kids will also benefit from going outside to get some fresh air and engage in active play. Plus, [...]
You need a playroom in your home. It gives your kids a safe space where they can play, and it keeps their toys and other activities from overtaking your home. You don’t have a huge budget, though, so here are tips that help you build an amazing playroom without breaking the bank. Plan the Playroom [...]
