Jo's Editorial
Jo's Editorial

 

The first step to have parents start healthy eating habits is by doing it themselves It all start with you and how you approach food and cooking. We equate anything healthy with being good for you. So what we’re really talking about is developing good eating habits for kids.

Here are some tips I’ve used with families who are trying to get their families on the right track with eating...... Read Full Article

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On The Aisle
Rango (Rated PG)

 

Rango (Rated PG)

The story follows the comical, transformative journey of Rango (Johnny Depp), a sheltered chameleon living as an ordinary family pet, while facing a major identity crisis. After all, how high can you aim when your whole purpose in life is to blend in? ...... Read Full Article

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The Reading Room
Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan (ages 9-12)

 

Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan (ages 9-12)

An exchange student who's really an alien, a secret room that becomes the perfect place for a quick escape, a typical tale of grandfatherly exaggeration that is actually even more bizarre than he says... These are the odd details of everyday life that grow and take on an incredible life of their own in tales and illustrations that Shaun Tan's many fans will love.

 

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The Chin-Wag
Reading, Writing, Tweeting, Blogging

 

We’ve noticed many of our parents and caretakers on the forums are very active on Twitter and with their blogs. It’s amazing to see how many parents are using the virtual world (from the forums and beyond) to connect with others from around the world on everything from diaper brands to post-partum depression and even just to keep up with the latest world news in 140 bite-sized characters. For everyone who is new to social media and blogging and are wondering how to get started (and what to write about), we thought we’d ask two of our favorite tweeting, blogging friends, Jennifer Mendelsohn and Lisa Bonchek Adams how they got started, gained a following, and always leave us wanting more...... Read Full Article

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Little Nippers
Meet the New Little Nippers Family!
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Ten Questions With...
Ten Questions With ... Chandra Greer

 

Chandra Greer owns one of our favorite stationery stores in the land, GREER Chicago. Chandra’s belief, “Civility is not a sign of weakness,” is a mission statement that extends well beyond the paper in her store and permeates everything she does in her life: from businesswoman, to wife, and mother to her two young daughters, Maya (age 8) and Eva (11).  She answered our ten questions thoughtfully, and with grace, humor, and, of course, civility. You can follow her on Twitter: @GreerChicago ...... Read Full Article

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Quick Tips
I Spy: Out of the Class Room Into The World

 

I Spy is a great game to play with little ones to keep them distracted during everything from long car trips to when they might be on the verge of a meltdown. But take it a step further and incorporate a theme to the game depending on what they are working on in school: numbers, letters, shapes, colors. It will allow them the opportunity to connect what they’re learning in the classroom with what they see out in the world...... Read Full Article

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Monthly Giveaway
March Giveaway: THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED

 

Chandra Greer, owner of the stationery store, GREER (see more about her in “Ten Questions With …”), is giving one lucky winner up to $150 worth of stationery from her website, Greerchicago.com!

PLUS, three winners will be chosen to receive a set of four packs of Civilettes

Click through to enter for a chance to win!... Read Full Article

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Nanny Time
Nanny Time

 

Since getting back into physical activity after her knee surgery last year, Jo has really gotten into Pilates. “I love it,” says Jo. “It reminds you of muscles you forgot you had – or never realized existed – and really builds up the strength of your core. Plus, I feel amazing afterwards. A bit like a rubber band.” Jo also wanted to remind parents and caretakers to remember to look out for themselves. “It’s important to get in whatever physical activity you can for yourself. Even if it’s just a couple of laps around the block or a long walk while pushing a stroller.” It will get your pulse going and help clear your mind – good health all around.

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