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Table of Contents

p Summer Cam 18 Guide page mom 2 mom 6 Making Winter Wonderland Memories 8 Fight The Winter Blues

moms R women 2 10 Holiday Spending RX 12 Go For New Year’s Goals

features 13 25 New Year’s Resolutions 18 Summer Camp Guide

know 2 grow 14 Preschool Pressure: Find the Perfect Fit 16 Mommy I’m Coming Home! 20 Newborn Must-Haves

Dear Readers,

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elcome to 2013!

A whole new year with no mistakes in it. Forget about the times you lost your patience with your kids or the guilt over not packing in fun activities or important events on the calendar. Make it your official Do Over month! Erase the slate, enter the year with a positive outlook and seek out opportunities to enjoy and improve your life.

Speaking of the New Year…have you made any resolutions? If you need ideas, check out our “25 New Year’s Resolutions.” Become our Facebook fan, and you can read what some of the Real South Jersey MOMS Readers’ Panel came up with.

If you want sensible, no-stress goals for the New Year without the pressure of committing to resolutions made while ringing in the New Year, champagne glass in hand, read “Go for New Year’s Goals”

by Dr. Trina L. Gipson-Jones. In the article, Dr. Gipson-Jones states that “to accomplish great things in 2013, your goals should be simple.” Amen to that! How many years have you promised the same resolution with no results beyond guilt or apathy? This year, make it real and not just a dare.

New Year, new baby…I miss the fresh surprises of the infant stage where getting acquainted with your new baby and their unique personalities; and snuggling with a swaddled, sweet-scented little one, were your only concerns. Friends (and especially my husband), however, remind me of sleepless nights and dirty diapers which I admit I do NOT miss. For the New Year, we’ve devoted space to our

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newborns. Read baby expert Blythe Lipman’s “Mommy, I’m Coming Home! 20 Newborn Must-Haves” which tells you exactly what you need for your new family member.

One resolution you may wish to make is introducing your children to philanthropy.

The act of giving back to your community and to those in need can begin simply by encouraging kids to exhibit charity in small ways like helping you set the table and bring in groceries. Our article on the children’s book, website and app, Global Game Changers, by Jan Helson and Rachel Annette Helson, shows kids how to become superheroes in their homes and communities using real-life kids as examples. See how their program can get your kids motivated to Ignite Good! and how it helps other charities in the process.

So don’t let those post-holiday weather blues get you down (if they do, we’ve got an article especially for you – flip the pages for Carolyn Leigh Kellerman’s article). Fighting the winter blues is as easy as joining us for our annual Summer Camp Expo at the Moorestown Mall on Sunday, January 20. Visit our website www.southjersey.com or Facebook page for more details. Remember that the New Year is another chance for exciting possibilities and new opportunities heading your way. Watch out, 2013, here we come!✲ Your friend and fellow MOM, M.B.

also in this issue 9 making a difference 20 recipe corner 21 things to do 22 resource guide

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reasure hunts are fun ... for everyone! Looking for hidden objects has so many variations when playing treasure hunt games, and it’s a great way for kids to have fun while learning about letters.You can use those bright colorful magnetic letters and hide them in a room or outdoors in a backyard. Hide them for each other in all sorts of ways.

You can do it by color. How many yellow “A’s” can you find?

You can do it by connecting letters to objects … Can you find an M under the Mat? …You can do it with directions.

Can you take four steps straight ahead and find an R? Create all kinds of ways for having each other search around for letters, and the kids will have no idea they were just engaged in a language arts activity.

Not only a South Jersey Mom, Sharla Feldscher is a proud South Jersey Grandmom (Grammy, as she prefers to be called). The author of six books on creative ideas to do with young children, including two KIDFUN Activity Books published by HarperCollins, she has a blog at www.kidfunandmore.com with more easy-to-do KIDFUN ideas. Sharla has her own public relations business in Philadelphia. A real kid-believer, she began her career as the first PR Director of the Please Touch Museum and started her own business with Sesame Place as her first account, representing the park for 26 years.

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Making Winter Wonderland Memories

By Lisa Figueiredo

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ow that the holidays are behind us, it’s a good time of year to enjoy what winter has to offer. Whether it’s warm nights cozying up with loved ones or enjoying some outdoor activities, the winter season brings so much fun. If cabin fever has set in, this might be a good time to bundle up and enjoy what nature has to offer.

One great family fun idea would be to host a scavenger hunt in your own backyard, a twist to a winter classic. The kids must collect all items necessary to build their own snowman, creativity encouraged. Included in your treasure hunt, you can make clues to find the items to build a snowman. Be sure to include tree branches for limbs, scarf, hat, carrot, banana or candy cane for the nose.

Use coal, rocks or buttons for the eyes. A large branch completes the mouth. You can be as elaborate or as simple as you want, even include a map.

Every year when I was a child, I looked forward to the excitement of sledding. My sled was old and rickety, but it sure catapulted down the hill super fast. A day of sledding is a simple, inexpensive way to enjoy hours in the great outdoors. What a rush the sled’s speed 6 | January 2013

barreling down the slope provides! So bundle up and enjoy some fresh air. Another way to let your child’s creative juices run free is to have them create snow art. Fill different spray bottles (you can use an old hairspray or water bottle); add food coloring and water to paint the snow. And who can resist making angels in the freshly laid winter oasis! Ice skating and skiing can also be exhilarating for the more coordinated adventurer.

Using milk, semisweet chocolate, an egg and sugar you can warm up after a long day of chilling fun with a winter classic. Put three cups of milk into a microwave-safe container; cook on high in microwave for two minutes.

Mix in 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate, one tablespoon of sugar and a dash of cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk an egg until smooth. Then mix it into the chocolate mixture. Return it to the microwave and cook on high for three minutes or until foamy. A delicious cup of hot chocolate warms away the winter chills.

Crafting is a great way to pull together family winter memories. One creative way to capture the season is to make a holiday snow globe. First, gather necessary items; a small or medium-size jar, waterproof glue, florist

clay, waterproof figure, glitter or fake snow, waterproof décor, any other materials to decorate the outside of the globe. Wash and dry the jar. Cover the inside of the jar with florist clay and add the snow globe décor. Fill the jar halfway with water and snow. Put some glue on the lid and glue it to the jar. Let it dry overnight. Once dry, you can decorate the lid.

This will be a keepsake to capture the winter season.You can personalize it by adding names or “Winter 2013.”

A family movie night is a good way to close out a chilly day. Get in your footie pajamas, grab the blankets, light some candles or fire up the fireplace, and enjoy some family time with winter classics like Polar Express or Happy Feet and popcorn.

A time-honored tradition, family game night will provide hours of indoor laughter during those chilly winter nights. Some of my favorites include Monopoly, Sorry and Clue.

For larger families or families with company, Charades is a great way to unplug from the frosty air and bond with your family.

Whether you’re starting new traditions or enjoying long winter days, there are plenty of ways to fight off the blahs this winter.✲ Visit our website and sign up for our e-newsletter

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Exercise. Exercising always makes you feel better. Try taking yoga classes -- they’re known to be very therapeutic. This is the perfect opportunity to try out that new workout class you’ve been meaning to take. Most gyms will work with you on membership prices as well.

How to Fight the Winter Blues

Stay Healthy. It’s easy to forget healthy habits especially during the holidays. If you’ve neglected your healthy habits, then this a great time to get back on track. Start cooking some new healthy recipes as well.

When you’re not treating yourself right, you won’t feel right.

s days get shorter and winter approaches, you may start feeling blue.This is very common during the winter months.Winter also follows many happy holidays that you’re looking forward to; however, once the holidays end, you may start to feel empty inside.Your goal is to find activities and techniques to make it through some dark months.

Make a New Year’s Resolution. Everyone loves a new beginning, so figure out what your goal is for the year, and don’t wait to start it! Get out there and attempt your goal and actually finish it! Most people say them and then throw them away right after New Year’s. You have a chance to be different. Make realistic goals and achieve every one. Have faith in your goals!

Always Think Positive Thoughts. Negative thinking clouds your brain and brings more negative things into your life. It’s extremely important to stop these thoughts in their tracks. You have the power to turn the negativity off. It’s not always easy to do this, so when you wake up in the morning try to look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself something positive.

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Get Together with Friends. There’s nothing better than friends!

Go meet for lunch or have them over for coffee and bagels. Get together to see a movie or just plan a fun girls’ night. There’s nothing more fun than having a girls’ night.

Plan Ahead. The winter is the perfect time to plan that spring break or summer vacation. Planning ahead gives you something to look forward to. If you’re not planning to head south in the winter, then a quick vacation locally would be fun, too!✲

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with the Global Game Changers

By M.B. Sanok

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eaching children about the value of doing charitable works, especially when a natural disaster like Hurricane Sandy hits, can seem obvious. However, when tragedies temporarily escape the news, using a book like Global Game Changers (GGC) by Jan Helson and Rachel Annette Helson keeps philanthropy alive in their eyes. With their book, app and interactive website, the Helson mother-and-daughter team wants children to Ignite Good! and learn that giving back can be a natural, fun part of their lives.

The Helsons’s book, GGC, is about Global Girl and Little Big-Heart, fictional youth superheroes who search for real-life child “superheroes” who have made a difference in their communities. In their quest to battle the apathetic villain Krumi, GGC showcases three charities real kids created and/or participated in: Phoebe helps out the hungry, Jaylen’s charity conquers bullying, and Hannah collects socks for the needy. At the “end of the book is a call to action,” Jan says, that encourages kids to Ignite Good! and start and/or participate in charitable endeavors, no matter how small, in their own lives.

When Jan and her husband sold their successful, international business, she was “put in to the position of reexamining her career,” she says. A dynamic businesswoman who’d always participated in philanthropy, she simply couldn’t retire. “I wanted to do [something] entrepreneurial, something good to give back,” she continues. As a teen, Rachel was deeply affected by her aunt’s breast cancer and raised $250,000 for the cause over three years, so Visit our website and sign up for our e-newsletter

she was game to team up with her mom to write GGC. After co-writing a philanthropy book used by Junior Achievement (with net proceeds donated to Blessings in a Backpack), the “idea for the book [GGC] came after” and was a “natural progression.”

With Jan’s business background and Rachel’s creative talents, they came up with the GGC idea in 2011 and started writing it that November. Rachel illustrated the book. The interactive website which engages kids with games; information about kid-friendly charities; and voting rights for featured online charities to receive 10% of GGC’s proceeds, went live in July.

GGC’s motto, Ignite Good!, lets “other children…know they have the power… to take their talents and put it together with what [they’re] passionate about,” Jan says. “It becomes their superpower.”

Further introducing and encouraging kids to embrace philanthropy is on their interactive website. Users “set up a profile, tell their story of good…engage with others,” says Jan. Through book-based games and activities, users “earn points [that] convert into votes.”

On the website, three charities from the book appear and users vote on the charity they prefer. Whichever charity wins receives 10% of GGC’s proceeds. Then the charity creates a YouTube video personally thanking voters and explaining how the funds will be used. Plans to feature new charities are underway quarterly starting in January. Users can also view how other children globally help others and investigate charities by clicking on badges describing diverse charities.

Both commercially and educationally, GGC has inspired teachers to incorporate it into their lessons. According to Jan, after reading the book, one teacher and her class

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started working with an animal shelter; and a 4-year old girl helped her mom with the dishes. Charitable acts such as these reinforce the Helsons’s ideas about Igniting Good. This fall, they piloted a teachers’ resource guide. Soon they’ll create a fundraising tool kit for kids.

When asked about encouraging your own children to give back, Jan suggests that you and your child discover what their talents and passions are. Let them know why raising awareness and being compassionate are as important as fundraising for a cause. Whether starting or joining a charity or simply following through on good deeds, all are part of Ignite Good! and inspire kids to “make [philanthropy] part of who you are.”✲ To Ignite Good!, please visit http://theglobalgamechangers. com for more information.

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Holiday Spending Rx

By Victoria Marie Lees

t holiday time, the family budget can become strained from overspending. The New Year is a perfect time to repair any damage. A good way to begin any financial planning is to become organized. According to Catherine B. Allen, a Certified Financial Planner™ at M Financial Planning Services, Inc., in Marlton, NJ, parents need to actually see where their money goes.

Keep it simple. Use an Excel or Quicken spreadsheet or a budget worksheet to record all spending for a month—no expense is too insignificant: i.e., milk, bread, gas or that coffee and bagel on the way to work.

Make an attempt to record entries once a day or at least once a week to chart progress.

Allen suggests you try to “prorate” into the budget a “portion of the annual cost of your irregular expenses” like clothes, car maintenance, and insurance premiums. Then separate the items into two main categories: “essential expenses” and “discretionary expenses.”

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The difference between the two groups, according to Allen, is that the essential expenses are necessary; groceries, rent, car insurance, and “discretionary expenses” are ones you choose to spend your money on like movies, eating out and gifts. “These are the ones you have the most control over,” Allen says. This is where you should focus any trimming after the holidays to get your finances back in order.

Be mindful of those credit card balances. Allen reminds us to see which card has the highest interest rate and double up the monthly payment on that card. Of course, you need to make at least the minimum payment on any other card balance you may have. The important thing is to pay these credit card balances as soon as possible to save on interest charges. Allen suggests if you receive a bonus from your employer or a tax refund; use the money to pay off the debt first.

Tuck those credit cards and debit cards away in a drawer until you’ve gotten the bills under control. This will also help you avoid any impulsive “discretionary expense” that may catch your eye.

Allen suggests that you set a goal to pay off the holiday debt by June.

This way you can create a savings plan for the next year’s holiday budget to help break a vicious cycle of overspending at the holidays. Use a “Saver’s Club or Christmas Club,” Allen says.

Maintaining a family expense account can help you see where money is spent and where you can cut spending when necessary to balance the boocping. It can also help you save for the next holiday shopping or even big ticket items such as homes or vacations. Good luck!✲

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Go for New Year’s Goals

By Dr. Trina L. Gipson-Jones Realistic Goals for Moms and Families Whether they’re part of a dual-wage earning family, single-head of household or a stay-at-home mom, moms continue to shoulder a lot of the family wellness responsibilities. Setting appropriate goals for the New Year can help keep you and your family in good mental, physical and spiritual health. If you want your family to accomplish great things in 2013, your goals should be simple, measurable and encompass the ideas of all family members. Besides, listening to your family’s ideas on how to bond may surprise you, and if they have input in creating the goals they’re more likely to engage in the activities. If your children are too young to assist in developing your family goals, don’t let that stop you. Work on your goals with your spouse or significant other. If you’re a single parent, ask an extended family member or close friend to give you some ideas.

When creating your family goals list, remember these goals represent commitments to support each other, improve family wellness and, most of all, have fun. The ages of your children, work and activity schedules, and the number of ideas your family generates may impact how long it takes you to complete your list. Relax, take a deep breath and be patient.You don’t have to set your goals by January 1st. This is an unrealistic deadline for most families. Take your time, be reflective and make sure your goals are achievable and embraced by the whole family. If you’re at a loss on where to start, here are some helpful examples of goals which will help enhance your family’s well-being.

Increase Family Meal Times Families who eat together tend to have children who perform well in school, maintain a healthy weight and communicate more effectively. Teens and tweens who eat more family dinners exhibit less destructive behaviors such as smoking, illegal drug use and drinking when compared to adolescents in families who eat together less frequently.

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just be a family. Sit down with your child and figure out their top activities and begin to trim activities. Carve out some “down time” for play, relaxation and fun family activities. Dedicating time for these activities will allow the children to find value in family leisure time.

Decrease Screen Time and Exercise Television, video games, cell phones and computer usage decreases our ability to find time to play together as a family. Disconnect and go outside. Enjoy a brisk walk or ride a bike. Take a yoga, dance, martial arts or swim class together. Increasing family exercise can improve physical well-being, but the interaction with parents can also help kids make better decisions and be less likely to get into trouble.

Volunteer Once a Month Families that conduct volunteer services together increase the members’ ability to communicate and problem-solve. Volunteerism also creates opportunities for family members to learn about social issues within their community. Conducting a monthly service project can teach children social responsibility and demonstrates that they can be a part of improving their environment. Children who volunteer decrease their likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors and are more likely to volunteer as adults. ✲

Additional Family Ideas • Cook more meals together • Ban Internet, television and cell phone usage for one weekend a month • Start a book club • Plant an herb or vegetable garden • Let your children plan activities • Try something new each month

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25 New Year’s Resolutions Compiled by M.B. Sanok

1. Enjoy time with the kids 2. Volunteer 3. Keep a bedtime schedule 4. Eat three, square meals a day – healthy snacks in between 5. Stop cursing in front of kids 6. Enjoy time with the kids 7. Set aside alone time for yourself/with your mate 8. Let your kids be kids 9. Teach your children their phone number & address 10. Homework without tears/anger 11. Keep devices charged 12. Reconnect with your faith 13. Go to your children’s performances/activities

14. Create work-family balance 15. Show kindness 16. Take responsibility/ be prepared 17. End bad habits 18. Be punctual 19. Include exercise in your routine 20. Offer forgiveness 21. Become part of your community 22. Remember camera for events/ candids 23. Go green 24. Make mealtime family time 25. Show thanks Sources: Yahoo! Voices; Matadornetwork.com; Businesstune-ups.com

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Preschool Pressure: Finding the Perfect Fit!

By Denise Mooney basement floors that exhibit mold or bad odors may indicate a less than healthy environment.

Visit when school is in session. Are children happy? Are projects and artwork displayed? Bring your child along to observe. Is your child interested in the surroundings and the other children? Is your child greeted by the teachers? Mrs. McNulty suggests a good teacher will get down on the child’s level to talk, creating a warm, friendly connection. If the tour is rushed or questions avoided, then consider a more welcoming atmosphere elsewhere.

Staff: It’s comforting to know that your child is in the care of capable people. Discover what credentials are required for staff. Are teachers certified and qualified? Are they involved in continuing education?

Children, and parents alike, will feel more comfortable with caring and capable staff. Consider the teacher/student ratio in the classroom using the following guideline: 1 - 8 (four-year olds) and 1 - 7 (three-year olds.)

Location! Consider the locale in relation to home or work. Although sending kids to preschool frees up several hours, travel time can eat into your newfound freedom considerably! Will you be able to run errands or work? Is bussing provided? Map out the location to determine if it fits your daily travels.

Inquiring Minds: Many preschools have websites or brochures to peruse. The local elementary school, friends and neighbors are good resources.

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earching for the perfect preschool can be overwhelming. If you’re at this pivotal point in your toddler’s life, take a deep breath and get started. Below are some helpful hints for choosing a preschool for your little tyke.

Start Soon! Preschools are inundated with registrations in January for the following fall. Classes can fill up in a matter weeks during open enrollment. Karen Renner, Director of Indian Valley Nursery School, Souderton, PA, recommends looking at schools a year ahead of time.

ABC’s & 123’s: Determine what type of education you desire. Would you prefer a program that’s rigidly academic, play-based, socially-focused or faith-based? Might the best option combine all of these approaches in a nurturing environment? Darla McNulty, 30-year Director and Teacher at Rabbit Hill Nursery School, Springfield, PA, reminds parents that, “Play is the work of a child. That is where the basics are learned.” She suggests programs that balance lively and quiet activities, provide music and movement, and emphasize socialization.

Melissa Frederick of Cape May Court House prefers a “rich learning environment and curriculum that will enhance early academics to prepare for ‘today’s Kindergarten.’” She seeks programs offering music, art and technology, as well as encouraging family involvement and a strong home/ school connection.

Eye Spy! Take a tour. Are facilities neat and clean? Is there a safe, fenced-in playground with age appropriate apparatus? Are classrooms well-lit, orderly, providing a stimulating environment with equipment and materials in good condition? Classrooms in older buildings or located on

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Ask Prospective Preschools About: • Schedule: What does the day entail?

• Snacks: What is served? Is it nutritional or sugary?

• Extras: Are specials offered? Do kids get out of the classroom? Is there before/after care?

• Education: Is an academic or faith-based curriculum used?

• Experience: What degrees do teachers have? Is professional development encouraged?

• Longevity: Is there a quick turnover or do teachers stay?

• Safety: Is the building secure? Is staff trained in CPR/first aid? How are allergies or emergencies handled?

• Procedures: Are there pick-up/drop-off policies? How is discipline handled?

Answering these questions may help you find the perfect preschool for your family!✲ Read Denise Mooney’s blog at http://www.MyMidLifeMotherhood.com

Local Preschools Bright Beginnings-Cherry Hill 1600 Chapel Ave. W., Suite 200 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 www.bbanj.net 856-582-1144 Dibiase Preschool 2040 East Oak Road Vineland, NJ 08361 856-691-2780 Katz JCC 1301 Springdale Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 www.katzjcc.org (856) 424-4444

KidAcademy Learning Center 444 Hurffville Cross Keys Road Sewell, NJ 08080 www.kidacademy.com 856-589-4498 Naudain Academy 6 School Lane Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-751-1510 www.naudainacademy.com The Pilgrim Academy 301 W. Moss Mill Road Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215 www.pilgrimacademy.org 609-965-2866

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Mommy, I’m Coming Home!

20 Newborn Must-Haves

By Blythe Lipman

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ou feel like you’ve been pregnant forever and can’t believe the big day is almost here. Reality is starting to set in as your baby will soon be in your arms.The anticipation, excitement and fear are a little frightening and you wonder what you’ll really need those first few months? You’ve looked online, talked to your friends, visited the baby store at least once a week. It’s all so confusing and expensive!

And there are enough baby products on the shelves to fill up your entire house. Do you need a wipe warmer for the car? Baby headbands? Pee Pee Teepees? The following list of must-haves will get you started and make those first months more manageable as you enter the wonderful world of parenthood.

One word of caution: Hand-me-downs or used items are great and can lighten the load in your pocketbook. But always check to see that they are not on the recall list. www.cpsc.gov can provide this important information. ✲

1. Car Seat - All car seats sold in the U.S

must pass federal safety tests. Consider safety, ease of use and budget. Most fire departments have car seat installation days. Check with yours and set up an appointment before the baby arrives.

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Crib or Bassinet - Choosing a crib, bassinet or cradle is a personal preference. Many parents like to start with a bassinet or cradle because the baby looks cozier. But remember, baby will eventually outgrow these and will need a crib.

Four Crib or Bassinet Sheets Four Bottles with Newborn Nipples and/or Breast Pump if you will be nursing, (many hospitals rent breast pumps) and nursing pads.

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Diapers - Newborns need 10-12 diaper changes a day. Disposable versus cloth is a personal preference. If you choose disposable, purchase a month’s supply of newborn diapers as many babies quickly outgrow this size and you may also decide to try a different brand. Two dozen cloth diapers and five covers will allow washing every two days.

Wipes - The larger the quantity you buy, the more cost-effective it will be once you decide which brand you like.

Sound Machine - Baby is used to the noisy womb; it’s comforting, familiar and will help her sleep.

Nasal Aspirator - Most hospitals send you home with an aspirator.

Four Swaddling Blankets – Swaddling simulates the feeling in the womb and comforts baby.

10. Onesies - Six to eight long-sleeved, footed sleepers or sleep sacks.

11. Booties - Four pairs.

12. Six Burp Cloths - Simple white cloth diapers work best for absorbency.

13. Two hooded bath towels, four

washcloths and gentle baby wash.

14. Digital Thermometer 15. Soft Nail File for safely filing baby’s fastgrowing nails.

16. Four Pacifiers – The hospital should give you one.

17. Stroller 18. Swing 19. Sense of Humor 20. Copy of Help! My Baby Came Without Instructions by Blythe Lipman

Blythe Lipman is the president of Baby Instructions and passionate about babies, toddlers and their parents. After working in the field for over thirty years, she wrote her third award-winning book, HELP! MY BABY CAME WITHOUT INSTRUCTIONS, available at www.babyinstructions.com, Amazon.com Audible.com and all major bookstores. Listen to Blythe’s weekly radio show on Wednesdays, 11am EST @ www.toginet.com She’s available for in-home, video and telephone consultations. Contact her at babyinstructions@cox.net or (480)-510-1453. Become her Fan on Facebook at http://bit.ly/IB7HTi and Twitter http://bit.ly/AcUiE4 ©Blythe Lipman 2012 16 | January 2013

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summer camp guide

Researching a Summer Camp:

10 Questions to Ask the Camp Director

By Jess Michaels, Director of Communication, The American Camp Association, NY and NJ

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hen you’re searching for a summer camp for your child, there are certain pieces of information you should find out in order to make an informed decision. Whether you speak to the camp director in person or by phone, the American Camp Association (ACA), NY and NJ, recommend asking at least these ten questions to help you better understand what a particular summer camp is about.

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What is Your Camp’s Mission and Philosophy?

Can the director easily explain the camp’s mission statement?

Each camp is unique and provides unique programming and approaches. Ask the director about the type of child that’s a successful participant in their program. Renee Flax, Director of Camper Placement for the ACA, NY and NJ, says, “Knowing your child’s personality and learning style, along with considering carefully whether or not the camp’s philosophy matches your own philosophy, are valuable in selecting the right camp.”

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What is Your Camp’s Program? Are you looking for a traditional well-rounded experience or a specialty program?

Think about what activities are must haves for your child. How long is each activity? How many electives do the children get and what kind of help do they receive in choosing them? Inquire about how long each activity is.

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What Type of Training and Education Does the Director Have? The ACA recommends directors possess a Bachelor’s degree, have completed in-service training within the past three years and have at least sixteen weeks of camp administrative experience before assuming the responsibilities of director.

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What are the Enrollment Options? What’s the length of the program offered? Is there flexibility? What’s the length of the day? Is transportation available?

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What is the Staff Composition? Ask who’s caring for your child? Ask about the age of the staff, their experience, pre-season and on-going staff trainings, background checks, the interview process, camper-to-staff ratios and supervision in cabins and for various activities. At a minimum, camp staff should be trained in safety regulations, emergency procedures and communication, behavior management techniques, child abuse prevention, appropriate staff and camper behavior and specific procedures for supervision.

Sensitivity to Camper Needs. If your child has special requirements, such as food allergies, religious obligations, ADD, etc., ask how the camp handles special considerations. “Most importantly, parents should be honest and up front about their child’s special needs. Parents want to be certain that the camp is able to meet their child’s needs,” says Renee Flax.

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Ask for References from the Camp. Parents shouldn’t be afraid to ask for references. This is generally one of the best ways to check a camp’s reputation and service record. Ask other parents about the experiences of their children at the camp and whether their child is returning to camp.

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What Percentage of the Campers Return Each Year? While every camp is clearly not right for every child, a large number of returning campers usually indicates a high level of satisfaction with the camp’s programming and operation.

What are the Safety Procedures? Ask about the safety measures that are in place. These can include inquiring about medical personnel on property, emergency plans, staff screening procedures and instructor qualifications.

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Is your Camp Accredited? Find out if the program follows a nationally known accreditation process and if the camp is inspected each summer by the Department of Health. The ACA is the only national organization which establishes uniform standards for reviewing camps. Ask if the program has chosen to participate.

For assistance in finding the right summer camp, visit American Camp Association, NY and NJ’s, camp website www.searchforacamp.org to register for a free, customized list of camps based on your child’s needs.

You may also call the American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey’s camper placement specialist Renee Flax for free, one-on-one advice in finding a camp at 1-800-777-CAMP..✲

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Liberty Lake is a truly transformative experience, teaching life skills to inspire children and adults to change the world. Campers expand their talents, make friends, and have the greatest summer experience imaginable!

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recipe corner

Warm Up Your Winter With Soup

By Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio When winter comes around, it’s the perfect time to make warming and comforting foods like homemade soups. Here are three tasty and healthy soup recipes sure to warm you and your loved ones up as the frigid winter winds blow. May you have a happy, healthy, blessed, safe and tasty New Year!

Bean & Turkey Bacon Soup 7 strips turkey bacon 1 large carrot, chopped into small pieces 2 ribs of celery, chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 (15 ½ oz.) cans great Northern beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups water or low sodium chicken broth 1 tbs. fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Sea salt to taste Black pepper to taste In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, then transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess fat. Let cool, then break into small pieces; set aside. Using the same saucepan, over medium heat, add the carrot to the turkey bacon drippings, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the celery, onion, and garlic, stirring well; cook for 2-3 minutes more or until carrots are fork tender. Add the drained and rinsed beans and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover and, using a potato masher, partially mash the bean mixture until it thickens slightly. Stir in the parsley, sea salt, black pepper and bacon. Serve.

Note: If there is not enough drippings from the turkey bacon to cook the carrots in, add a little extra virgin olive oil to the saucepan.

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup 1 small onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery ribs, chopped 2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely minced 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 2 bay leaves 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed Sea salt to taste Black pepper to taste 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast 2 cups uncooked multi-grain pasta of choice In a stockpot over medium heat; sauté the onion, carrots and celery in olive oil for 5 minutes or until vegetables are fork tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in oregano, thyme and bay leaves just until blended. Add the broth, potatoes, salt and pepper; and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Stir in cooked chicken and uncooked pasta; simmer for 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked. Discard bay leaves before serving soup.

As always, Bon Appetit!✲

Crockpot Beef & Barley Soup 1 pound lean beef cubes 1 small onion, chopped 2 ribs celery, sliced 2 carrots, sliced 1 cup barley 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 tsp. dried basil 4 cups reduced-sodium beef or chicken broth 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes Sea salt to taste Black pepper to taste Place all ingredients into the crockpot.

Cook on low setting for 6-8 hours. Serve.

Note: Serve any of these soups with whole grain, crusty bread; dinner rolls or cornbread…YUM! Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio is the author of “Seasoned With Love, Treasured Recipes” & “Lisa Ann’s Seasoned With Love II”, and the children’s book, “Snicker Learns An Important Lesson.” Visit her blog http://lisaanndinunzio. blogspot.com/ or Facebook page http://www.facebook. com/profile.php?id=100001935347501

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To submit your event, send an e-mail to michelle@superiorgx.com.

Entries are due six weeks prior to the event and are filled on a first-come first-served basis. Space is limited.

ATLANTIC COUNTY

Absecon Lighthouse 156th Birthday Party Absecon Lighthouse, 31 S. Rhode Island Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401 (609) 449-1360 Sunday, January 13: “Abby & the Arts” Contest for local studentswinners announced & kids climb free Monday, January 14: Buy one, get one half off admissions all day Tuesday, January 15: Abby’s Actual Birthday, Cake at 1pm & free climbs all day

Moonlit Walk Sunday, January 27, 2013 7pm – FREE Smith’s Woods Area, E. Railroad Ave., Eastampton, NJ. Join park staff on a moonlit walk through the park to look for signs of nocturnal animals and gaze at the stars. Be sure to dress appropriately and bring binoculars if you have them.

Registration is required. Inclement weather cancels. (609) 265-5858

CAMDEN COUNTY

Coach Bag Bingo Ladies Night Out! Thursday, January 24, 2013 7 PM Bag Preview & 7:30 PM Bingo Begins. Blackwood Elementary School, 260 Blenheim-Erial Rd., Blackwood, NJ $30 per person Cost includes 3 Bingo cards for 10 games of Bingo. Additional game books will be available for purchase. The winner of each game will receive a new, authentic designer handbag from Coach!

There will be auction baskets.

Questions/VIP Tables or mail payments to Lisa McMahon, Phone: mcmahon991@comcast.net, (856) 232-4516

Waggin’ Tails & Trails Saturday, January 12, 2013 9am – FREE Rancocas State Park Deacon Rd. Entrance, Westampton, NJ. Come out with your canine friend and get some exercise while exploring the Burlington County Parks with a park ranger. We request dog-friendly people and dogs only; leashes are required for all canine participants, and no off-trail exploration will be permitted. Bring water for you and your pet as well as a dog-waste bag.

No registration required. Inclement weather cancels. (609) 265-5858

5k Boardwalk Run Ocean City, NJ Tuesday, January 1, 2013—1pm Music Pier For more information, call (609) 525-9300.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY

Children’s Reading Program Tuesdays throughout the school year Cumberland County Library 800 East Commerce Street Bridgeton, NJ (856) 453-2210 ext. 101 Grades: K-6th The library offers a reading program for children in grades K-6th at 6:30 PM Tuesdays throughout the school year!

GLOUCESTER COUNTY

Barnes and Noble Weekly Storytime 10am – 11am Join us each week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, for great stories that are sure to become favorites!

Deptford - The Court at Deptford II, 1553 Almonesson Road, Deptford, NJ 08096, (856) 232-3123, store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/ event/3556420-23 Broadway Theatre of Pitman 43 S. Broadway, Pitman, NJ 08071 (856) 384-8381 www.thebroadwaytheatre.org Bring the family and catch a show.

BURLINGTON COUNTY

MERCER COUNTY

CAPE MAY COUNTY

First Night Celebration Ocean City, NJ Monday, December 31, 2012 starts at 4pm– midnight New Year’s Eve Celebration – A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. For more information, call (609) 399-1412

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Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam Friday, January 4 at 7:30 PM Saturday, January 5 at 2pm and 7:30pm Tickets: $15, $20, $45, $55 (additional fees may apply) Sun National Bank Center 81 Hamilton Avenue Trenton, NJ 08611 Call 1-800-298-4200 or log onto www.ComcastTIX.com for ticket information. For group sales information, call (609) 656-3234.

PHILADELPHIA

“Sealant Monday” on Monday, January 21, 2013 Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA FREE dental care for children ages 6-13. Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA, is hosting “Sealant Monday” on Monday, January 21, 2013 in conjunction with Martin Luther King Day of Service. Registered dental hygienists, area dentists and Harcum dental hygiene students will provide free dental hygiene services to registered children.

With an estimated 40 percent of Pennsylvanians lacking dental insurance, this is a great opportunity for kids to receive the oral care they need. To schedule an appointment, contact the Cohen Dental Center at Harcum at (610) 526-6113 or (610) 526-6015. Limited space is available.

Appointments will be taken for 9am and 1pm. The cafeteria will also be open to the public.

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resource guide

CLASSES Enrichment Classes & Workshops for Home School Families Constellation Academy offers Christ-centered resources and teaching at affordable rates. Services include academic and elective subject tutoring and/or class instruction, workshops, teacher mentoring, student contests, field trips and fellowship opportunities! Visit ConstellationAcademyHSRN.blogspot.com for more info or call (856) 205-9334.

GIFT IDEAS GREAT PERSONALIZED GIFTS FOR ALL AGES At JUST FOR LITTLE PEOPLE (and others, too!) we specialize in new baby gifts both hand-painted and/or embroidered. Beautifully wrapped and available for pick-up at our new Gibbsboro location or we can ship it for you. Call (856) 627-8901 or check out www.justforlittlepeople.com

EVENTS SOUTH JERSEY MOM MAGAZINE TO HOST THE 2nd ANNUAL CAMP AND EDUCATION EXPO You’re invited on Sunday, January 20, 2013 11am-4pm, to the Moorestown Mall. Join South Jersey MOM Magazine and area businesses as we showcase the array of after school programs, educational support services, healthy lifestyle activities and more that are available in our community. If you are interested in vending, please call Chris Ognibene at (609) 670-1794 or e-mail chris@superiorgx.com

Home Owners Free Offer Accurate pricing is the first and most important step towards successfully marketing your home. To receive your Free Comparative Market Analysis from The Ron Bruce Team at Prudential Fox and Roach. Call 609-670-1794. There is no obligation,The team will promptly provide you with a comprehensive report on the value of your home. Begin your free, no-obligation market value analysis today!

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