November Giveaway: “Welcome to the World” Pink or Blue Baby Wagon
CornerStorkBabyGifts.com is giving away a "Welcome to the World" Pink or Blue (you choose!) Baby Wagon Ten-Piece Gift Set.
"I’m sure you’ll agree that two things in life are precious—a new baby and your time. Instead of spending hours surfing the Internet for the perfect baby gift or baby shower favors, just start at www.cornerstorkbabygifts.com and [...]
Mom in the City’s Holiday Toy Guide 2007: Infants
1. Hasbro Tonka Wheel Drivers Scoot ‘n Scoop 3-in-1 Ride-On: Recommended for children 9 months to 3 years old, this is a great 3-in-1 dump truck. Both of my little boys love it! They enjoy playing with the shape-blocks and playing with the steering wheel which makes noises, has lights, and vibrates. APPROX. RETAIL: $ 39.99
2. LeapFrog Fridge Farm Magnetic [...]
Mom in the City’s Holiday Toy Guide 2007: Toddlers
October 30, 2007 by Kimberly · 2 Comments
To my surprise, this was the hardest section for which to choose items. I wonder why…
1. International Playthings Lift-Off Rocket: Recommended for ages 18 months+, this rocket, with a lift off sequence, rocket sounds and light up boosters, has been receiving raves from across the board. It comes with 2 astronauts, a space dog, alien, dune [...]
Mom in the City’s Holiday Toy Guide 2007: Pre-Schoolers
October 30, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
1. Fisher-Price Smart Cycle Physical Learning Arcade System: Recommended for ages 3 to 6 years, this is one of the TOP pre-school holiday toys of the year (so shop early!). Once the stationary bike is connected to your tv, your child must pedal and steer to keep playing the arcade games that they will be [...]
Mom in the City’s Holiday Toy Guide 2007
October 30, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
I’m so excited to share our first Holiday Toy Guide. I compiled it based on the following: things that my kids like; things that I see other kids like (at playdates, group events, etc.); new toys that I’ve had sent to me from a variety of toy companies (it’s been like Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa around my house…it [...]
Holiday Preparation Gift Tips
October 30, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
I am determined to not get caught up in the mad holiday frenzy. I’ve already started putting together my shopping lists and making plans regarding what we’ll do for the various holidays. I’m determined to enjoy this season and not stress myself out. To help, I received several great tips from Consider it Done (www.consideritdone.com) [...]
The Preschool Game
I was at a birthday party recently where I met a woman with a child a little younger than my 3 year old son. As is normally the case, the topic turned to preschool. I was impressed by her candor. She said, "My husband and I went back and forth regarding whether or not we [...]
Recommended Events (November)
October 22, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
-Laurie Berkner at Carnegie Hall: Kid favorite Laurie Berkner (a NOGGIN staple) will be making her Carnegie Hall debut with this concert along with Susie Lampert (vocals and keyboard) and Adam Bernstein (vocals and bass). My son Michael loves Laurie Berkner and is so excited that we’re going to this concert (which, of course, makes me [...]
October Giveaway: Big Apple Circus Tickets
October 19, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
Big Apple Circus is giving away a family four pack of tickets to their new show “Celebrate!” .
“Your Circus is Back!
It’s 30 years since we set out to rescue the circus from the jaws of the sports arena. In the process we created one of the most eagerly anticipated holiday treats in New York: The [...]
LITTLEST PET SHOP VIPs Boutique in Manhattan
October 19, 2007 by Kimberly · Leave a Comment
Yesterday, I attended the opening of Hasbro’s LITTLEST PET SHOP VIPs Boutique in Manhattan. The store is primarily geared towards girls (even though my son loved his pet dog and panda). I was surprised to learn that this pop-up store will only be around for eight days. Basically, it allows the kids to experience in [...]
