Travel Tidbits: Visiting “Sox” and a Hotel That’ll Knock Your Socks Off

VISTING “SOX” If you‘ve never been to Boston you don’t know what you’re missing. From the world-class shopping to the numerous kid friendly attractions, the historic city is a favorite vacation destination for millions. But, never one to rest on its laurels, Beantown is giving visitors one more reason to travel to Massachusetts. She is a tribute to the Boston Red Sox and a nod to the team’s four-game World Series sweep of the Colorado Rockies. No clue? Okay, she stands 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs a gaunt 154 pounds. She also has long, lanky legs that she … Continue reading

Celebrity Tidbits—Tyra’s Bad Rap, Tom “Dungeon Master” Cruise, and More

TYRA’S BAD RAP It’s nice to know that stars are not infallible. Model-turned-talk-show-host Tyra Banks always looks flawless on television, but now the world knows that even a Victoria Secret cover girl can make mistakes. Banks appeared on ABC’s chatfest “The View” a couple of days ago to clear up a nasty rumor that she was “cheap.” Turns out, a New York newspaper recently reported that Banks and music mogul Russell Simmons had “dined and dashed” after chowing down on breakfast at a Big Apple restaurant. The truth of the matter (according to Banks) is that the two stars mistakenly … Continue reading

Christmas Shopping with Baby

Are you heading out this weekend or next to get some Christmas shopping done? Most of us have gone shopping with the baby in toe and we know it comes with its own special set of needs and responsibilities. So let us dive in on the discussion to make Christmas shopping with your baby successful for both of you and to reduce the amount of stress either one of you might undergo. When it comes to Christmas shopping here are some tips to making it go easier on both of you: Choose your own time Take your own pen Don’t … Continue reading

Baby Bits & Facts

Baby Boom October is going to be an interesting milestone in the U.S. history. This is the month that population experts state the U.S. will achieve 300 million people and counting. According to Parents Magazine, a leading demographic expert believes October 27th is the mile marker day. In honor of this event, Johnson’s Baby is going to send a basket of infant-care essentials to the parents whose babies arrive on that day. You can also enter for a chance to win a prize. You can check out more about all of this at baby.com/300million Toddler Trick or Treat Want to … Continue reading

Christmas Shopping for the 1 Year Old

Shopping for a baby is a lot harder than it looks. I spent the last three weeks looking for something for my soon to be 16 month old nephew and it was definitely a struggle. Despite all the toys that are out there and trust me – there are a lot – it’s hard to pick out a gift that will not only entertain the baby, but also provide for their learning curve. There’s nothing wrong with something for them to play with, but what do you get them that not only can they play with and grow with, but … Continue reading

How to Make a Holiday To Do List

I know I’ve mentioned this numerous times, but I like to do lists and for Moms, to do lists are a must. But there is a way to make a to do list that is both practical and efficient. For new moms, this can be pretty hard and for moms with new babies, this can be even harder. So here’s a few tips on how to make a to do list that works for you and your family. Obligations versus Optional When you get sick or exhausted, you can actually look at your to do list with a more discerning … Continue reading

What is Age Appropriate Sexual Development in Early Childhood? The Three to Five-Year-Olds.

The introduction to Age Appropriate Sexual Development can be viewed here. The pre-school child now has increased vocabulary and contact with a larger number of people. The children remain curious about their own bodies and the bodies of others. They are becoming acutely aware, and interested, of the difference between a boy body and a girl body and will typically start asking questions like, “Why does Daddy have a penis?” Their increased social contacts may bring them into contact with other Moms who are pregnant, or indeed, there may even be pregnancy in their own home. The questions continue: “Where … Continue reading

What is Age Appropriate Sexual Development in Early Childhood? Introduction.

A child of four inserts a pair of scissors into her bottom. A child of eight attempts to put his penis into his little sister’s vagina. Is this acceptable behavior? No. Is it developmentally normal? No. These are indicators of something being wrong and worthy of concern. What is developmentally normal though? It can be so confusing and scary when a parent catches their children engaged in sex play. Usually the parents first reaction is shock, followed quickly by anger, and then concern, both for their own perception of perhaps being a bad parent and then for their child: “Am … Continue reading