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Why Kids Love The Columbus Pre-School And Gym

By Angela Bunt

Two generations of a local family have created a beloved oasis for children’s activities and education.

Kids have active fun at Columbus Gym. (Photo by Karen Haberberg) On the Upper West Side not too far from the Central Park Reservoir sits another kind of urban oasis, one that’s been nurturing the neighborhood’s children for 25 years. Aptly named Columbus Pre-School and Gym (for its Columbus Avenue location), it’s the kind of local institution that is at [more]

Brave NYC Winter With These Cozy Children’s Gloves And Mittens

By Angela Bunt

Keep your kiddies warm during the season with this selection of gloves and mittens.

polarn-gloves New York City is often referred to as a concrete jungle, the Big Apple, and during the months of November through March: a wintery wind tunnel. Bundling up in winter gear is essential for city survival. As we head into the throes of the season, make sure your kids are properly equipped by checking our list of top children's gloves [more]

Our Favorite Parenting Stories Of The Week

By Angela Bunt

Baby naming predictions for 2013. Self-parenting 101. Two cups of milk is enough!

1309072_glass_of_milk Have you made any parenting resolutions for 2013? Read this article to avoid setting unrealistic expectations and the consequential guilt, and learn how to plan for better parenting one step at a time. (Huffington Post) Some predictions in baby naming for the year ahead: naming baby after a grandparent and using last names for first name inspiration. (NPR) When it comes raising [more]

Gift Idea Of The Day: Angel Dear Knit Hats

By Angela Bunt

Get Creative With These Customizable Knit Hats From Mak-A-Boo Personalized Gifts.

Makaboo-Hats Ah, the holidays! A time to relax with friends and family—and also shop frantically for the perfect presents. But, relax. There’s no need to stress this holiday season because we’ve dug through every store and site to find the best gifts for everyone on your list. Our top gift pick for the day will be posted on our Treats blog each [more]

Our Favorite Parenting Stories Of The Week

By Angela Bunt

Don’t sweat baby’s first Christmas. NY state schools still behind. Parents live longer than non-parents.

1111395_christmas_child From the Mommy Mitten to your little girl’s very first heels, here are some of the most wacky and unnecessary products on the market. (Parenting) Common herbal remedies used during pregnancy like cranberry, raspberry leaf, or garlic are actually ineffective. In fact, researchers conclude that ginger is the only useful herbal remedy to ease morning sickness (New York Times) Hoping to continue [more]

Gift Idea Of The Day: Mackage Mini Haven-T

By Angela Bunt

Mackage takes its outerwear to the next level by launching a children’s line.

haven t mackage Ah, the holidays! A time to relax with friends and family—and also shop frantically for the perfect presents. But, relax. There’s no need to stress this holiday season because we’ve dug through every store and site to find the best gifts for everyone on your list. Our top gift pick for the day will be posted on our Treats blog each [more]