Charlene Prince Birkeland, Shine staff’s Blog
By Charlene Prince Birkeland, Shine staff Last updated: Thu Jul 3, 2008 2:04pm PDT-
Summer Survival Tip O' the Day: July 4th crafty art
If you're tired of your little ones touching all your Fourth of July decorations, get them in on the action by creating their own art. Scrumdilly-do! has another super easy, simple and crafty way to get little kids in on the July 4th fun. Grab some paper, red white and blue paint (maybe some... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (0) | Blog
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What kid's clothes do you spend the most cash on?
There's a good discussion going on at this post about practical, unsexy clothes for toddler girls had some fantastic comments. Along with great suggestions for where to shop, several comments also brought up the cost of kid clothes. Why spend twelve bucks on a shirt if a toddler will outgrow it... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (11) | Blog
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A Fourth of July drink that's kid stuff
Shirley Temples are so passé. If you're looking to extend your Fourth of July festivities to the kiddie table, let the little ones drink up their red, white and blue. The bloggy proprietor of Chocolate on My Cranium posted the recipe for this cute, sugary drink, which was inspired by bomb... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (1) | Blog
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Keepin' the kids safe on July 4th
My kids are psyched for our town's Fourth of July festivities. While be watching fireworks from afar but I know many families will be creating their own mini-pyrotechnic displays in front of their homes with legal fireworks. So I'm going to be the helicopter parent for parents in this post,... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (10) | Blog
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Bank sends tweens debit cards without parental permission
Some tweens in London got a little suprise in the mail when a bank sent them their very own debit cards...without mom and dad's permission. Acccording to this story, Lloyds TSB mailed Visa debit cards to kids as young as 11 years old and didn't receive individual parental permission to issue... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (4) | Blog
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Wear it proud: "I am enough" bracelets
When I saw these bracelets over at Cool Mom Picks, my first thought was, "I want one." I normally don't dig any type of jewelry or clothes with affirmations but these baubles stuck with me. I was getting ready to go on a road trip with my older sister, who just graduated from my alma... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (8) | Blog
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Poll: Do you return products that have been recalled?
The past year has been littered with safety recalls for children's toys and products. Between lead in paint covering Thomas the Tank Engine pieces and many other toys, faulty accessories on children's clothes, and cribs, parents are paying close attention to product safety. Especially with... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (1) | Blog
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For moms who like big voices: the Mommy Megaphone
There's help for moms who've lost their mean voice. Or for moms who really like to yell. Loud. All the time. Plunk down $US39 and get yourself a Mommy Megaphone. It can project your voice about 500 feet and you don't have to adjust the volume without have to raise YOUR volume. And just... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (4) | Blog
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Neatnik Saucer: How to dine out with a toddler and not freak out about table germs
Forget table manners. When your baby is of the age to sit in a booster seat or high chair, the biggest thing your worried about is your kid eating off of a gross table. It's all about the germs. Sure, you can put a kid-friendly plate down for them to nibble their soft eats. But despite your... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (3) | Blog
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Jamie Lynn Spears gets online support from teen moms
Teen pregnancy is certainly a hot topic with the recent drama of the 17 expectant moms from Gloucester High School in Massachusetts. This particular situation elicited comments ranging from pure anger to sadness about these girls, all 16 years old and under, having babies. But teen actress and new... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (49) | Blog
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