Tag Archives: holidays

Holiday Safety

Posted on December 17, 2011 by L. M. Asta

The link to the annual holiday safety round up from the American Academy of Pediatrics for those making a list and checking it twice is here. This year there’s information about trees, lights, decorations, holiday food and drink safety, and … Continue reading →

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Baby’s First Holiday Season

Posted on December 15, 2011 by L. M. Asta

Here are some toy ideas for the babies on your holiday gift list: 6 months and up: board and cloth books. 7 months and up: cups, balls, empty boxes, stacking toys, busy boxes, toys to push and pull, squeeze toys. … Continue reading →

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Holiday Baking

Posted on December 11, 2011 by L. M. Asta

My mother collected cookie cutters for all the seasons but could never seem find a recipe that was easy to roll out and cut. I finally found one in a parenting magazine and have enjoyed getting out the old cookie … Continue reading →

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Toys: Old School

Posted on November 23, 2011 by L. M. Asta

A child’s work is play, and a few retro thoughts on toy buying. The best toys are the ones that you can child enjoy at different ages and at different stages. Great toys are durable and don’t go out of … Continue reading →

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Halloween

Posted on October 16, 2011 by L. M. Asta

I started taking my informal poll of Halloween costumes back when flu vaccines were shot only. Talking about who’s going to be what is a great topic and a great distraction. The past few years I’ve enjoyed hearing about creative … Continue reading →

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