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Father’s Day Gift Ideas for 2014

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Gifts for Dad

My husband survived his first year as a new Dad, so I want this Father’s Day to be an extra special celebration . Here is a list of 10 Father’s Day gift ideas I have in mind.

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Historic Chester, New Jersey

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Visit Chester NJ

Chester, New Jersey is a small, historic town with a small, but bustling Main Street filled with specialty shops, antique stores, and restaurants. We recently visited the Spring Chester Craft Show and enjoyed some homemade ice cream while strolling through town and window shopping.

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Period of PURPLE Crying: Understanding Infant Crying

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Infant Crying

When my infant daughter would cry for hours each night, I felt myself unraveling and had no answers. Now I know it was a Period of PURPLE Crying, a perfectly normal part of development.

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Presby Memorial Iris Gardens in Montclair, NJ

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Iris Gardens Montclair

We recently enjoyed a lovely spring day among the beautiful, blooming irises at the Presby Memorial Iris Gardens.

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The Mama Bear Instinct

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Protecting your child

My Mama Bear Instinct is a protective instinct that kicked in the moment I became a mom. Sometimes I forget it’s there, but when it comes to a time when my daughter needs protecting don’t mess with this Mama Bear.

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Gift Ideas for a New Mom

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In addition to the love and support given to me as a new mom, I also received some incredible gifts! Here are a few of my favorite Gifts for a New Mom.

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Forest Road Park in Fanwood, NJ

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Things to do in Fanwood NJ

This year my newly walking toddler really enjoyed the Annual Fanwood Easter Egg Hunt!

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Toddler Schedule at 12 Months

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12 Month Old Toddler Schedule

Life is unpredictable, but my Toddler’s Schedule at 12 Months is not. In our house, a consistent routine is key to keeping things running smoothly.

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Surviving the First Year as Parents

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Parenting Tips

Surviving the First Year of Parenthood is no easy feat. Here are 5 reasons why I think my hubby and I made it to year number two.

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