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Nov 3, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd |Jana Beauchamp
The Best Toys for 4-8 Years-Olds: Holiday Gift GuideTo play with toys or not to play with toys? This is the question for kids in the 4 to 6 age group. This is why, with kids this age, you have to mix it up. They may still love playing with toys but are also into plushy things, games, and outdoor fun; basically, they are kids.
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Oct 9, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
“OK to Ask” Opens Up the Conversation on Tough Topics Between ParentsAs a parent, you may know that handling delicate situations is not always easy. For example, you may have to tell a good friend that their child may be bullying your child. Or you have to ask if the birthday party is nut-free as your child has a severe nut allergy and trust that your child will be ok by eating the food. According to the CDC, in the US, unintentional firearms deaths among children are up.
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Aug 23, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
Posted on The 11 Best Backpacks for NYC Kids- for Back to School 2024-2025It is that time again. Back to School shopping. Yes, we are still enjoying these last few weeks of summer but by now you are starting to get the supplies, lunch ideas and #BTS clothing and accessories together and searching for a backpack that meets all your kids’ needs for the school year is always on the top of parents’ shopping lists.
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Aug 5, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
Photo: Ana Gambuto, anagambuto.comBrianne Manz Stroller in the City: A Journey to Long Island BlissSome of my dearest mom friends live on Long Island, and I have to admit that I vicariously live through them, especially when I see their Instagram posts sharing their day-to-day lives. While many who don’t live in New York might only have references to Long Island via franchise shows, it is more than a reality show or two. It is a gorgeous place to raise a family.
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s Reaches New Heights with its Accessibility InnovationsNew Yorkers and visitors love their heights, and our skyscrapers are some of the most iconic in the world. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt, a three-level multi-sensory art immersion many of us have already visited, is one of those visual experiences. Yet, did you know they are super accessible forward?
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Jul 25, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd |Shara Levine
Posted on 5 Baby Gear Pieces For Your Registry Recommended by New York MomsWhen expecting a baby, the entailments of parenting start to hit you, and one of those things is that there is a lot of stuff that people will tell you what you will need. Of course, you need essentials, and some cool products are out there. One of the most practical things you may want first, either to have before the baby arrives or to add to your registry, is gear.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
The Best Spots for Family Summer TravelIt is officially Summer! And what better way to enjoy summer than to travel? Before you say, well, it may be too late to plan something. Let’s remember that we live in New York! We have gorgeous towns that scream Family Road Trip, hotels in our city that are a vacation in themselves, amusement parks, water parks, and world-famous museums in the city and nearby.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
Summer Safety Hacks this Your Autistic Child: Products a Mom UsesThe Summer is a time when we take breaks, let the sun seep in, and recharge ourselves. It can also be a hectic time for parents, especially when out in busy places. While parents always have their child’s well-being and safety in mind, for caregivers with a child with disability challenges, this typically ‘joyful’ season can be stressful.
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Jun 19, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Donna Duarte-Ladd
Posted on Summer Break in NYC with Kids (The What to Do Now that School is Out Guide 2024)As school lets out for the summer, kids and families across New York are ready to recharge. Whether heading to summer camp, planning to spend the summer days exploring the city, swatting off flying spiders, or picking up a pizza for a summer picnic, the good news is that there is a lot to do here.
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May 30, 2024 | 
newyorkfamily.com | Kaitlyn Riggio |Donna Duarte-Ladd
Google Announces First Kids Smart Watch: Fitbit Ace LTEAs parents, we are careful about what gadgets we introduce into our children’s world. But Google’s newest product with Fitbit is something parents, especially those who are not ready or determined to get their child a phone, will appreciate – as it inspires even the most video game-obsessed kids to get up and move. The Fitbit Ace LTE is the first smartwatch designed specifically for kids and to move a generation of gamers.
