‘Gear’ Archive

Nintendo DS – Everyone Has One April 15, 2009 1 Comment

According to my 8-year-old’s estimates, he’s the only one he knows who doesn’t have a Nintendo DS. Truth be told, I didn’t really know what Nintendo DS was until yesterday, when a mom at a birthday party clued me in. I guess that’s why he doesn’t have one. That, and the fact that I’m not [...]

Green – Wear It, Eat It, Play In It March 17, 2009 No Comments

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Are you and your kids wearing green today? Good. Now see if you can infuse the color into your every move, every day. We think you’ll be a whole lot healthier if you do. Our planet will be happier too. Here, some suggestions for living in the green. Eat your greens. [...]

Potty Training – When Should You Start? 1 Comment

There’s no magical potty-training age, say the experts at Parents.com. Determining whether or not your toddler is ready to tackle the toilet is more about development than birthday. If your cutie-pie has the following skills, then it might be time to think about ditching the diapers. Can stay dry for two hours or through a [...]