Perspectives

Mistake Ritual
2.03.2012
I was just listening to a panel discussion about effective behaviors of people who coach sports. The panelists said a... »
Thank Yous
2.02.2012
I recently heard a man interviewed about writing Thank You cards. The idea made me smile from ear to ear. His idea had... »
Be Porous, not Teflon
2.01.2012
If you go through life with a Teflon coating, you miss out. So often it’s a matter of incorrectly thinking we have too... »
Be the Adjectives You Admire! A TO DO list worth doing!
1.31.2012
Can you think of 6 words to describe yourself? Probably not too hard to do, so take a minute. I hope you come up with... »
The How Much Mud Can You Carry in Your Underwear Challenge, be quick to smile and slow to scold.
1.30.2012
One gorgeous spring day, my three kids were in the backyard making mud with the hose, lots and lots of mud. They’d come... »
Make and Serve Local, Organic, and Tasty Side Dishes
11.02.2011
For me, the best thing about Thanksgiving is usually the side dishes. Ever since I was a little girl I have loved... »
Are Your Baby’s Products Free From the Bad Stuff?
10.31.2011
The recent news may cause you to have questions about the products you are using to care for your baby’s skin and hair... »
Baby and Toddler Finger Food Ideas Galore: Seeds and Dips
1.27.2012
If variety is the “spice of life,” why not introduce variety into your baby and toddler’s diet? Seeds »
Baby and Toddler Finger Food Ideas Galore: Proteins, Dairy, Omega-3 Healthy Fats
1.26.2012
The possibilities for finger foods for babies and toddlers are endless. Here are more nutritious, organic and... »
Finger Food Ideas: Vegetables, Fruits, and Whole Grains
1.25.2012
Think of finger foods as small bits of normal-sized foods. Finger foods should be well-cooked so they will be soft on... »
Getting Started with Finger Foods
1.24.2012
Just as he has to learn any motor skills, your baby has to learn to use his hands and fingers to manipulate food into... »
Finger Foods: What They Are and Why They Are Important for Your Baby’s Diet
1.23.2012
Finger foods are food pieces that your baby can pick up and eat by himself. At first, finger foods are mostly tools... »
Playing with your food: How to make mealtime fun!
1.20.2012
Like 99% of parents, I struggled to get my kids to eat their veggies. When my daughter was two, she ate everything. By... »
Biking with kids : Terror and Triumph
1.19.2012
Every Thursday, it’s bike-to-school day. Every Thursday, I’m terrified of what might happen. Every Thursday, we triumph... »
Healthy Eating on a Budget
1.18.2012
Healthy eating doesn't have to be expensive, the truth is it can actually save you money! There are lots of ways to... »
Kids in the Kitchen!
1.17.2012
We all have busy lives these days and sometimes cooking is just one more thing to get through in the day so the thought... »