Safe Bug Sprays For Children

Warm weather has arrived, and so have pesky mosquitoes, gnats and other insects. This season, reach for kid-friendly bug sprays that smell good and prevent bites naturally. These gentle, non-toxic formulas rely on fragrant essential oils to gently repel bugs–without the use of harmful DEET.

It may have a silly name, but Shoo Fly by BabyGanics provides kiddos with serious protection against bugs and bites. The formula combines citronella and soybean oil with peppermint and geranium to deter bugs and is safe for babies age six months and up.
$11.99, babyganics.com

Bug Bandit by Fairy Tales Hair Care blends organic lemon eucalyptus and soybean oil to keep bugs far from skin. Soothing rosemary oil, lemongrass and peppermint help keep skin soft and moisturized too. Perfect for children 3 years and up.
$13.95, fairytaleshaircare.com

Natural Bug Blend Bug Repellent by California Baby is a stroller bag staple. The formula contains organic, sustainably grown essential oils that sooth existing bites and repel fleas, mosquitoes, ticks and biting flies. Safe for babies age 6 months and up.
$13.50, californiababy.com

The hard working Organic Xtreme Insect Spray by BiteBlocker is waterproof and sweat-proof and provides protection against mosquito and fly bites for up to 8 hours. The organic, botanical-based formula is safe for the entire family.
$8.95, homs.com

Herbal Insect Repellent by Burt’s Bees contains rosemary, citronella and other essential oils to keep away buzzing pests and mosquitoes. The 100% natural spray is safe for kids and adults.
$8.00, burtsbees.com

All formulas are scent-based and contain the essential oils proven to repel bugs. For best results, reapply these sprays every 2-4 hours to exposed skin. Always avoid the eye and mouth area and keep products off the hands and fingers of babies and children.

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Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green&rsquo;s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level. As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green&rsquo;s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.

Adventuring Portal

<a name="m_-1473885667065203258__Hlk72147528"></a>Adventuring Portal runs Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D) games for kids.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We have created a safe online space for tweens and teens to learn and play D&amp;D. Our D&amp;D Summer Camp session are a one-week experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;Monday &ndash; Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each day will be 3 hours of gaming (with 2 breaks build in).&nbsp;&nbsp;15 total gaming hours for $180.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have played with us before, you are entitled to 10% off.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Need your kids, nieces or nephews, grand kids or neighbor&rsquo;s kids to be occupied for a bit so you can get work done &amp; take care of your to-do list? Maybe your tween or teen is still a bit isolated and craves connection with their peers? Whether your teen/tween has played D&amp;D before or is brand-new to the experience, this safe space brings players together to have fun and solve problems as a team in ways few other online opportunities do. All our games focus on experiential learning.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our players leave knowing all the basic game play as well as experiencing: teamwork, bravery, compassion, generosity, negotiation, improvisation, gamer etiquette, strategy, critical thinking, problem solving, cartography and probability - all through online D&amp;D adventuring! We are an inclusive organization and welcome gamers who are LGBTQIA+ and those on any spectrum.&nbsp; All girls&rsquo; groups available.&nbsp; I am a parent, a certified elementary school and middle school math teacher and last summer in the midst of the mess started&nbsp;Adventuring Portal, an&nbsp;online Dungeons &amp; Dragons&nbsp;business&nbsp;for kids. There are so many benefits to playing D&amp;D and I hope you will consider us as a great way for your child to safely socialize, grow as people and have a great time.

The Tutorverse

Join The Tutorverse for the highest quality in academic enrichment and test preparation! Whether your student is gearing up for the&nbsp;state exams, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, or SAT/ACT, our team of&nbsp;experienced and local professional educators&nbsp;can help. Have your student join a&nbsp;small-group class&nbsp;at our downtown or Upper East Side locations. Or, they can meet with a&nbsp;private tutor when and where it&rsquo;s most convenient for your family. Does your student need help building study skills or improving grades? Whether your middle or high schooler needs help with&nbsp;STEM or humanities, our patient and affirming tutors will teach them how to build&nbsp;confidence and content mastery.&nbsp;<a style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;" href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Send us an email</a> or give us a call&mdash;we'd love to hear more about how we can help!