We all know and accept that babies cry. In fact, it’s something parents often come to love as it symbolizes that beautiful bond between parent and child when an infant’s needs are being expressed and …

It’s that time of year again when summer’s fun draws to a close and it’s time for families to transition from bathing suits to book bags. At Citibabes, we especially know how tough those first …

The saying is so true: Kids do say the darndest things. With all those new stories and characters… it’s tough to keep up!
Luckily, our friends at Scribble Press are here to help capture all those …

These lazy summer days are made for picnics, but when planning a picnic for children you need more than just the perfect cheese and wine. I know how much Natasha and Chloe love the combination …

Hello and welcome to the new and improved CitiScoop, Citibabes’ interactive and cutting-edge blog. Our first article is something that is very near to my heart: traveling with children.
As an Australian living in New …

One of the most enriching – and easiest – activities we do in the classrooms at Citibabes is “messy play.”
Scared? Take a deep breath. “Messy” doesn’t have to mean mud pies and …

As a mother of a daughter who loves music, I’ve witnessed firsthand how incredible the Suzuki Method is. My oldest daughter Natasha participates in the Suzuki program at Citibabes and it has been amazing not …

Historically, baby food lives somewhere along the culinary spectrum between mush and gruel. Bland, boring and tasteless varieties of porridge, fortified cereal, and rice goo are generally what’s pushed on young mothers as the quick …

As a native Australian living in New York for the past 10 years, I’ve never dedicated the time that perhaps I should have to exploring the city’s …

As a very early supporter of the green movement, I have made it a priority to teach my children the importance of being “green.” While it is not always easy, I have always done my …

Watching Natasha and Chloe play, I realize it’s those self-directed moments when my girls learn best; when I’m more like a fly-on-the-wall and they’re the captains of their own (princess) ship. That’s why I was blown-away when …

Childhood memories are born out of birthdays. Family, friends, balloons, and cake; those truly are the only necessary ingredients to a  fabulous party.
 Sometimes, though, we want tradition with a twist – fun ideas for activities or …

If you’ve ever watched a child play on the grass – from handstands to lying peacefully under a tree – you’ve probably noticed their carefree movements look a lot like a really fun yoga class.
I …

Getting your little ones to sleep on their own can be a daunting task – albeit an important one. “But Mommy, I NEED a drink of water!” became the recurring excuse  when my eldest daughter, …

Feeling thirsty? Our favorite reusable bottles from Sigg just got a whole lot cooler! Upload a favorite photo and message on Cafe Press to keep you green, organized – and quenched. $24 – $28. Available …

My eldest daughter Natasha is beginning kindergarten in a few weeks. As the big day draws near, I notice how excited and eager she is to embark on this new venture. To prepare for her …

The back-to-school season strikes fear into the hearts of preschooler parents: it’s time for applications.
At its best, this phase of your child’s education can feel as daunting as an adult job search: a never …

The facts on childhood obesity are chilling:

            Nearly one in three children are considered obese. 1
            Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the last 30 years. 2
            Obese children are more than …

 
Summer just isn’t complete without water balloons! Gift Hero’s ”Pumponator” will pump either water or air into balloons so you’re ready at a moment’s notice in case you find yourself in the middle of a water balloon …