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1 month ago | 
joythebaker.com | Toby Rose
The scene is all set for your Oscars party: You’ve sent out the invites, printed ballots, and watched at least a few of the films. But you still need some ideas for dishes to serve alongside all the glitz and glamor. Don’t worry, we have you covered. Below are a few of our favorites to accompany this year’s Best Picture Nominees. We included a cocktail, a few apps, some mains and, because this is Joy the Baker, plenty of desserts.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
parents.com | Toby Rose
While elementary-aged kids may be relatively easy to shop for, tweens and teens are a different story. Their interests have shifted: from toys to clothes, skincare, and tech. They are either extremely picky or want a laundry list of things, and many of the items they are asking for are influenced by social media trends and their peers. But tweens and teens still enjoy playing, both with toys and games.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
parents.com | Toby Rose
Elementary-aged kids are incredibly easy to shop for because, well, almost everything delights them. They are sponges of creativity, factoids, and pretend play. But that doesn't mean that, as a parent, you want to buy them any ol' thing. Most caregivers are looking for toys that foster creative thinking, independent play, and sibling cooperation. Toys that keep them busy for extended periods of time are also a plus.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
nashvillescene.com | Toby Rose
When you turn off of bustling 21st Avenue South into Hillsboro Pediatric Dentistry, you find an enchanted cottage painted sunflower-yellow with cheerful blue shutters and decorative teeth etched into the front. Instead of stacks of old Highlights magazines in the waiting room, there’s an array of tooth-related toys to pique kids’ curiosity.
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Oct 8, 2024 | 
parents.com | Toby Rose
If your child is a fan of the wildly popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, get ready! Jeff Kinney is releasing the 19th book in the series called Hot Mess on October 22. We are thrilled to share an exclusive first look at it with Parents readers. When I told my kids over breakfast that we would interview Jeff Kinney together, they were so excited they almost spit out their Cheerios.
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Sep 16, 2024 | 
cupofjo.com | Toby Rose
Last spring, on a whim, I applied to be a substitute teacher. I thought it would be a good way to get involved at my kids’ elementary school beyond the occasional class party signup. And, despite having no background in education, I wanted to help out with the teacher shortage. So, I turned in the paperwork — which moves like molasses, fyi — then took a one-day training session. As soon as I jumped in, I loved it.
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Jul 13, 2024 | 
joythebaker.com | Toby Rose
Hello, friends!How’s your summer going? I had a bit of a detour last month when I was laid up in bed recovering from Gum Surgery. Yup, that’s right. Other women my age are getting Botox and (.)(.) jobs, but I had to get a gum lift to treat my recessed gums. And, let me tell you: It was awful. I could only eat smoothies and soup for two weeks.
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May 30, 2024 | 
parents.com | Toby Rose
Whether you are chestfeeding, breastfeeding, or feeding your baby via a bottle, the time you spend feeding your baby can provide you with innumerable memories. It is a chance to snuggle. A chance to talk to your baby, and a chance to bond. And once you add solids to the mix, the fun only increases. Have you ever seen anything cuter than a baby trying to eat mashed bananas or pureed peas? Of course, all babies are different, and there’s a plethora of products to address every specific need.
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May 30, 2024 | 
parents.com | Toby Rose
When you’re out with your baby, you want to focus on experiencing the sights and sounds with your loved ones. That, or you want to focus on the task at hand. But even a quick run to the grocery store can be an adventure. You need to be prepared for everything that can possibly come your way, and the only way to do so is by having—well—everything on hand. But how do you carry everything, from baby to gear? With the right gear of course.
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May 18, 2024 | 
joythebaker.com | Toby Rose
Hello, friends!How are you holding up … in nature? The cicadas have arrived in Nashville to make everything weird. After hibernating for the past 13 years—plotting—they’re now darting around looking for mates. Their screaming is constant and there are Biblical swarms of them to duck from as you go about your daily tasks, like taking a walk or opening your car door. Some neighborhood kids paint the shells with nail polish so every once in a while I’ll swat away a cicada donning a lavender shell.
