With a recession in full swing, and the possibility of more to come, new dads have to figure out how to cut costs even with a baby on the way. Here are a few frugal living tips: Don't fall for the temptation to buy every electronic gizmo that might help you take care of your baby. Human beings for millions of years have done without the latest gadgets and done just fine. … [Read more...] about Frugal Living Tips for New Dads
Archives for March 2009
Movie Review: The Velveteen Rabbit
Rating: GGenre: DramaRelease Date: February 27, 2009Running Time: 88 minutesChild friendly?: This is a G-rated movie in the truest sense, with no sex, violence or swearing to speak of. Small children may be frightened by a scene involving a fire. The main character's mother has also died before the film begins, which may bother some particularly sensitive young kids.The … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Velveteen Rabbit
Pinocchio 2-Disc Blu-Ray Giveaway
Burbank, California, October 17, 2008—The film that taught the world to “Wish Upon a Star” shines brighter than ever when Walt Disney’s original classic, Pinocchio: 70th Anniversary Platinum Edition is released from the Disney vault on March 10, 2009. Available for the first time in high-definition and 2-Disc DVD, Pinocchio is brilliantly restored with enhanced … [Read more...] about Pinocchio 2-Disc Blu-Ray Giveaway
Throw Out Those Baby Bottles
Plastic is scary stuff. It’s around us everywhere, taking the place of natural substances like glass and wood. It’s even hidden in things we cant’ see, like the insides of metal cans. And it’s been around for so long, we no longer even think of it as an unnatural substance. Yet it is unnatural and more and more likely not suited to be used near food. Based on what I always … [Read more...] about Throw Out Those Baby Bottles
Life with Kids – Creating a Different Kind of Life Balance
Life with kids demands putting a lot of things in a new perspective and people often use the metaphor of “balance” to describe how to keep it all together. Keeping real, physical balance is important though too, especially as you find less time to hit the gym. Here’s a simple test to see if you still have the stuff to take your balancing act on the road. Don’t be surprised if … [Read more...] about Life with Kids – Creating a Different Kind of Life Balance