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Disney’s Special Fourth of July

The Fourth of July is a special holiday here in the United States. It’s a day of patriotism, history, fireworks, beaches, picnics and camaraderie. It’s a day when all Americans enjoy America in all her forms – from her capitalistic ventures to her militaristic achievements and so much more. Disney, in many ways, represents a large slice of Americana and so it’s appropriate that their Fourth of July celebrations seem pretty exciting. This year, the Mouse will be doing something a bit different. The forecourt of Cinderella’s Castle in the Magic Kingdom, Disney World Orlando will be the scene for … Continue reading →

4th of July Celebrations – Baby Safeguards

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Wow, is it July already? It seems like just last week I packed up the Christmas presents and yesterday that we were going Easter Egg hunting – so it feels startling to say that least that we are celebrating the fourth of July this weekend in many areas from local community parties to city wide fireworks displays. It can be a great deal of fun to get together with friends and family and watch a parade, fireworks, concerts and more. The following little tips are a reference to help enhance you and your baby’s fun: Pay Attention to the Temperature … Continue reading →

The Dangerous Shopping Cart

When you go shopping do you put your baby in a shopping cart? Now the AAP along with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is saying that if you have a reasonable alternative–use it. Some 24,000 children are rushed to the emergency room each year as a result of shopping cart injuries. Children stand or are strapped in improperly and fall onto the hard grocery store floor resulting in head and neck injuries, fractures, and even concussions. The AAP also points out that most shopping carts are designed with a high center of gravity which makes them prone to tipping … Continue reading →

Celebrate Your Fitness

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Woot! Yesterday, I told you to make Monday – My Day and I did just that – after getting my morning work done and taking in a couple of meetings – I retreated from a day at the computer to spending the day with my daughter. We played – both inside and out – we also took a long nap in the late afternoon while watching a Tom and Jerry movie. It was both relaxing and completely rejuvenating. Happy Fourth of July A Tuesday holiday is always a bit weird because it breaks the week up and we go from … Continue reading →