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Yummy Tummy: Homemade Fish SticksMy family does not eat enough fish. I get lots of complaints when I do make it resulting in picked at plates and a frustrated mommy who has wasted very valuable time and money on a dinner that ended up …
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Easter Egg Hunts in Newport, RIWhen I was little, my siblings and I would scour our backyard for the prized “Golden Egg”, on Easter Sunday, an old L’eggs pantyhose egg that my mother had painted gold and filled with five, one dollar bills. The lucky …
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Grilled Blackened Key West ChickenAlthough most of the year you will see me, in the kitchen, preparing and cooking most of our family meals, there is a welcomed shift in routine during the warmer months. My job has always landed me home a couple of …
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Spring Classes: Creative StagesIt’s time to think outside the box for all those wiggles and giggles. We know you’ve got the sports set, so let’s focus on spring’s baby, toddler, and kid creative classes. I am big believer in the arts, creative expression, …
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Parties: A Little Artist’s BirthdayI love a good party, and when children and art are involved, I love it even more. Leslie Cathers, of Groovy Gator, threw one colorful birthday party for her little, aspiring artist pre-k peanut. This party was primed with creativity …
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FITness: Meditation for MomsWhy Meditation? A day in the life of a mom: Your contact list is deleted from your cell phone, all 3 kids with the stomach flu at the same time (you know it’s coming your way), you get to the …
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Family Fun: 2012 Newport Winter FestivalIt’s here, school’s winter vacation and our local Newport Winter Festival. For all of us on “staycations”, don’t you fret, while our pals are off skiing or sunning (a tiny whimper just popped up from my throat) Newport is jam-packed with …
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DIY: Couture Parties’ Valentine’s OreosDouble stuffed Oreo-pops…yes, please! Thank goodness for our 401 party voice, Stephanie Frazier Grimm of Couture Parties, recently she launched the most stylish party ideas blog called Creating Couture Parties. I’m hooked. I nabbed this scrumptious idea for my son’s …
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Seasonal Activities: Winter Family FunIt’s here…winter and snow, it took awhile this year, but we’re in full swing of our coastal winter. The upside is that undeniable feeling of delight you get as you watch the kiddos run outside into their first annual snowfall, …
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Winter Picks: Toddler ActivitiesWintertime with toddlers can be tough. When we’re banished from the beaches and the playgrounds because of the weather, it can leave us moms at a bit of a loss for how to fill those days with the kids. Thankfully, …
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Tallulah’s Pea Green Pesto PizzaKelly Ann and Jake Rojas, owners of Tallulah on Thames, passed along a lip-smacking good (and mighty healthy) recipe perfect for this month’s healthy Chef’s Choice. This little restaurant packs one mighty big punch, full of savory tastes in a …
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D.I.Y: Crafty Pine Cone TurkeysGetting the children involved in the holidays is always special. These easy and oh-so sweet Giving Thanks Turkeys are a perfect addition to any Thanksgiving Day place setting. (A craft all kids will just gobble up!). Half the fun is …
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Seasonal Activities: Kids’ Winter RecreationSign’Em Up! The Winter 2012 (can you believe it?) sports/dance/afternoon fun registration is here. As our afternoons get darker, it’s a smart time to keep the kiddos energy up with a range of fun activities from art to swim…as dinner …
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Yummy Tummy: Homemade ApplesauceWho can resist the smell of freshly picked apples simmering on the stove? A freshly made, warm bowl of applesauce is a tasty and satisfying snack for the little ones. It is not only delicious, but also a good source …
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Healthy Habits: Yoga Tips for NaptimeIn my children’s yoga class, I focus on the child’s ability to relax, as well as move and stretch their little muscles. So, here are my tips on helping our little 3-5 year-olds soothe themselves when they stomp their feet and …
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Weekend’s 401: Halloween Fun In NewportWE TOTALLY DIG HALLOWEEN! Bought your candy and glow sticks yet? Its a jam-packed weekend for the kiddos full of giggles and treats. Savor this stage of childhood when they proudly wear their costumes daily (sometimes also to bed), and …
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Yummy Tummy: Halloween School SnackI have some time management issues...if it takes too much time then it’s an issue (impatience of a multi-tasker with a long task list). So when the holidays roll around, and it’s time to bring in a Halloween snack for …
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Seasonal Activities: Halloween Kid Fun In Newport, RIIt’s that time of year again …when all the little ghosts, witches, and superheroes come out to play! Here is our list, your go-to guide, of all the happy Halloween happenings for kids on Aquidneck Island. Mark down the dates …
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Expert Advice: Great Place To Learn’s- K-6 Reading ListI feel one of the greatest gifts you can give to your child is the passion for reading. I encourage reading to your child, reading with your child, and reading silently in front of your child (parents forget to model …
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Quick Cooks: Apple Cinnamon Pork ChopsAutumn pork chops is the perfect recipe for any fall weeknight! I have to warn you that the smells from the kitchen around dinnertime will be slightly deceiving. Your children will think you are baking up a big fat apple …
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Create: Cute & Inspiring Pumpkins Ideas1.) BHG 2.) BHG 3.) BHG 4.)Country Living 5.) Newport Connext 6.) Martha Stewart 7.) Parents 8.) Country Living Get inspired to try something new this season! Above are my top quick & easy (but adorable) picks for moms to do …
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Out&About: 09/23-09/25-This Weekend’s Family 401Let the festivities begin! This weekend is jam-packed with festivals all geared for the kids! …And all only within a 10-mile radius (god bless saving on gas). Here’s the 401: St. Elizabeth’s, in Bristol, is hosting their annual town fair …
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Fall Local Picks: Toddler & Baby EditionMom’s Picks! Abby Rowe, founder of Stroller Strides of Newport, and mom of two, is first up to bat with our new monthly post on local mom’s “play” list. We love this! Many thanks for the great post Abby…Read Abby’s post below. …
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Out&About: 09.16-09.18 This Weekend’s Family 401I am so excited (delighted even) to be writing a weekly Family 401 post over at our city’s new blog From Stem to Stern. I have to admit, it gave me a new boost of momentum that we all need …
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Go Play!: September Family FunWell, the fall is here-in terms of school, schedules, and new routines; but not in temperature. Nope, Mother Nature leaves us with the remembrance of summer with our September climate, and a breeze that beckons all families to get outside …
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Yummy Tummy: French Toast CasseroleDon’t Sweat Breakfast…. Let’s face it; the craziness that coincides with back-to-school mornings can be stressful for everyone. Despite my attempts to organize outfits, make lunches and pack backpacks ahead of time, our household has no shortage of morning drama. …
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Classes: Baby and Toddler Fall ClassesOh, those little munchkins… Their chubby cheeks, contagious giggles, and loads of new found energy! Time to sign mommy & baby up for some great fall activities that keep everyone social, and well rested for nap time. Here are our …
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Kid School: Aquidneck Island Bus InfoIn our household, school was supposed to start today (Tuesday)…but Hurricane Irene had different plans. Power is back on (thank goodness), and school now starts for some of our kiddos on Wednesday & Thursday…and the rest of the kiddos start …
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Seasonal Activities: List of Fall Sports For Kids On Aquidneck IslandWelcome back to the crazy beginning of the school year. Some kiddos begin next week! Others, begin the following (we’ll post on bus numbers next Monday). But right now, most of you are beginning to register your kiddos for sports. …
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Yummy Tummy: Granola Snack For Kids!Packable Homemade Granola Bars…your body will thank you… It’s easy to load the cooler with those highly processed, prepackaged sugary snacks you find in the junk food aisle at the grocery store. Why not pack some healthy alternatives to keep …
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Expert Advice: Savvy Tips On Photographing KidsEveryone loves a photo now and then! But how about being photographed night and day, as in beyond paparazzi style? Our children are photographed 24/7 (at breakfast, in the bubble bath, at the park, cozy in their p.j’s …and even …
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Style Board: Beach + CampWEDNESDAY’S Style Board: Bring On The Big Kids Camp Days! Sticking with this morning’s camp posting, we decided to show of the big kids-5-10yr old-style. 1. Looking mighty chic from Crewcuts. 2. Macaroni never looked so cute Crewcuts. 3. A …
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