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P. 24 Let’s Get Digital.................. 24 Tricked-out tech for your next fiesta.

Birthday Directory................. 26 Party places and entertainers for the happiest of occasions.

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Gift Checklist............................. 36 P. 38

This season’s hottest items for family and friends.

Family-Friendly France.......... 38 Exploring the romantic, European country.

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Feeling Good, Looking Good.......................................... 41 Products and accessories to make your life extra fabulous.

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P. 24 Let’s Get Digital.................. 24 Tricked-out tech for your next fiesta.

Birthday Directory................. 26 Party places and entertainers for the happiest of occasions.

Birthday Blowout.......................................................... 25 Smiling Faces Photo Contest....................................... 51

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Don’t Miss......................................................................... 8 This month’s entertainment and activities.

Travel............................................................................... 42 Destinations, product picks and getaway tips.

Special Needs

Update............................................................................. 43 Essential products and information for your brood.

Talk Therapy........................... 14 Addressing speech-language impairments.

In Season........................................................................ 50 Get lost in family, fun and food all month long.

Keys to Communication........... 16 Identify the signs of a disorder.

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Special Needs and Health & Fitness Directory............ 18 Experts and services catering to family wellness and special needs.

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A comprehensive listing of your neighborhood’s classes, performances and events.

Health & Fitness

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Juvenile Diabetes.................................................... 23

Publisher Steve Elgort

Facing your child’s diagnosis as a family.

Editor-in-Chief Rachel Kalina Managing Editor Donald McDermott

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Associate Editor Samantha Chan Editorial Intern Jesse Berberich

Pick Your Preschool.................... 12

Art Directors Margaret Baldauf, Susanne Kimball, Ilana Rispoli

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Director of Web Development Kristen Jankowski

Gift Checklist............................. 36 P. 38

This season’s hottest items for family and friends.

Family-Friendly France.......... 38 Exploring the romantic, European country.

Accounting Teresa Pinargote Contributing Writers Princess Ivana Pignatelli Aragona Cortes; M. Maitland DeLand, M.D.; Jennifer Denza; Erica L. Fener, Ph.D.; Heather Porter; Patricia A. Prelock, Ph.D.; Kara Mayer Robinson; Julie Steiner Advertising Managers Deirdre Antoniello, Karen Gibofsky, Bill Scalzitti Advertising Sales Representatives Karin Mikelis, Jacalyn Rose, Susan Rush, Jennifer Serpi, Rena Spangler, Felicia Stafford

Nuturing You..................................................................... 40 Self-care to improve self-esteem.

Feeling Good, Looking Good.......................................... 41 Products and accessories to make your life extra fabulous.

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While it’s easy to get caught up Perhaps the issue’s greatest gift is our Birthday Directory. It’s in the stress that life may bring, it’s filled with tons of party places and entertainers to ensure your important to take the time to reflect child’s next gathering is a hit! To help you embellish your party on what makes you grateful. This plans, check out “Let’s Get Digital” by Julie Steiner. The article month, thoughts of family, friends, and offers quick tech tips for creating a celebration in a cinch. thanks abound. I’m thankful every day for In “Keys to Communication,” Patricia A. Prelock, Ph.D., wonderful people in my life, and I strive to never take CCC-SLP, alerts parents to signs that may indicate a disor419 Parkthe Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 them for granted. Recently, I discovered that my “extended der for children who have trouble communicating. Among family,” my dear group of friends, will be expanding around the concerns are speech-language, hearing, medical, and deTO: springtime with the addition of quite aFAX few#babies. I’m thankful velopmental disorders. Learn how you can help with advice from Prelock, who is also the 2013 president of the American for the happiness this adventure brings them, too!

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Holidays with Hallmark

Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas is back and bigger than ever with more than 1,200 hours of holiday-theme programming. Beginning November 2, families can gather together to enjoy original holiday creations such as Snow Bride, A Very Merry Mix-up, Window Wonderland, Fir Crazy, Let it Snow, and The Christmas Spirit. Check your local listings for times.

What’s Cookin’?

Just in time for the holidays, The Manischewitz® Recipe & Holiday Guide App contains kosher recipes that are perfect for Jewish holidays and everyday! Notable chefs, cookbook authors, and home cooks submitted hundreds of recipes that cover everything from holidays and Shabbat to side dishes and desserts. The innovative App is ready for download to all Apple® and Android™ Devices.

Even More Thor

The adventures of Earth’s mightiest Avenger continue in Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World. In the aftermath of Marvel’s smash hit The Avengers, Thor battles an ancient race to save the world and restore order across the cosmos. Don’t miss out on all of the action when Thor: The Dark World arrives in theaters on November 8.

Choose from more than 100 of your favorite heroes and villains in LEGO: Marvel Super Heroes. Fly through the air, save the day, or leave a path of destruction while playing as Iron Man, TheHulk,Wolverine,CaptainAmerica and others in the Marvel Universe.

Rated E for Everyone, Lego: Marvel Super Heroes is available for the XBOX 360, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, and Playstation 3 game systems.

Super Buddies

The fur is sure to fly when a new breed of super hero is born in Disney’s fun-filled, epic adventure, Super Buddies. Filled with laughter, action, and delightful characters, the DVD release takes you along for the ride as five canine buddies discover mysterious rings that give them each a unique super power. Pick up your copy in stores and online today.

Pocket-Size Perfection

Puppy in My Pocket: Adventures in Pocketville, is an adorable, new, animated DVD based on the popular series of pocket-size pet toys.

Entertainment One invites families to travel to Pocketville, where beautiful kitty Princess Ava matches lucky children looking for a friend with new pets! Copies are available in stores now.

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Let it Snow

When the kingdom of Arendelle is cast into eternal winter by the powerful Snow Queen Elsa, it’s up to her sprightly sister Anna to save the day in The Snow Queen. The latest animated release from Pixar Studios follows Anna as she teams up with a mountaineer named Kristoff and his trusty reindeer Sven to break the icy spell. The Snow Queen opens in theaters nationwide on November 27.

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Domo, the fuzzy character that has become an international icon, leaps into the App Store for his latest, high-flying adventure. Domo Jump from Konami and Kung Fu Factory allows players to collect gems, diamonds and more as they advance from level to level. Domo Jump is available free for all IOS devices.

With Mario nowhere to be found, Luigi takes center stage in his first starring role in New Super Luigi U! The Nintendo release offers a variety of fun features for players of all ages as they travel across 80 uniquely created courses. Super Luigi U is available now for the Nintendo Wii game system.

Family Fiesta

Mister G, a Parents’Choice Gold Awardwinning artist, proudly presents ABC Fiesta. Offering the perfect way to introduce your little ones to a second language, the irresistible, literacythemed CD includes a collection of original songs celebrating Mister G’s first loves, music, and reading. For more information or to order your copy, visit www.mistergsongs.com/shop.

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Be a part of one colossal party with all your favorite fictional friends at Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate! Mickey, Minnie, Buzz Lightyear, the Disney Princesses and others lead audiences in an unforgettable celebration of a magical medley of holidays, celebrations, and festivals from around the globe. The excitement takes place November 26 through December 1 at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. For tickets and more information, call (201)935-3900 or visit www.izodcenter.com.

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Children ages 3 and older are invited to enjoy a day that is fun and fully interactive at the Lakeshore Learning Store. Each Saturday in November, visitors to Lakeshore Learning have an opportunity to create a wonderful, free, Thanksgiving-theme craft to take home. Programs are held on November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 between 11am and 3pm at the Lakeshore Learning Store, 449 Essex St., Hackensack. Call (201)441-9214 or visit www.lakeshorelearning.com to find out more.

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To The Max

Families are invited to take going to the movies to a whole new level at The IMAX Theater at the Palisades Center Mall in West Nyack. Offering state-ofthe-art technology and giant, eye-catching screens, the IMAX Theater is proud to present The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, beginning November 22.

The second adaptation of the popular book series takes audiences on an IMAX ride you’ll have to see to believe! For other screenings and more information, call (845)358-IMAX or visit www.imax.com/palisades.

Garden Run

Lace up your favorite running shoes and head to the Garden State Plaza Mall on November 10 for the Garden State Plaza 5K and 1M. Open to participants of all ages and abilities, this annual event includes a delicious breakfast, warm-up instructor, a DJ to keep people moving, a 5K loop around the mall, and a 1-mile fun run/ walk. Awards are handed out to the top finishers at the end of the race, and shirts are given to everyone who participates. The fun begins at 8:45am at the Garden State Plaza Mall, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus. Call (908)245-3000 with any questions.

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Children and adults will be blown away by an amazing show with Doktor Kaboom! at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood. The multi-talented actor/comedian presents a one-man science variety show that introduces the wonders of scientific exploration through a creative blend of theatre arts, comedy, experiments and demonstrations. For tickets and more information, call the box office at (201)227-1030 or visit www.bergenpac.org.

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Preschool Insight on your options.

As an education director of a private preschool in Manhattan, I lead year-round tours for families. I’m often asked by parents as to what sets our school apart from the many others in our area — one of the essential pieces of information you should also obtain when choosing a preschool for your child.

There are likely many thriving and nurturing preschools in your area. In your research, you’ll find options ranging from small private schools, Head Start programs, and nonprofits to large schools, which offer programs for 2, 3, and 4 year olds. Each preschool has its own unique personality and philosophy to meet differing family needs.

I often advise parents to tour a handful of preschools when deciding what is important to their family unit. When browsing, consider where your child will be most likely to thrive and make social connections. Take note as to where you feel that instant sense of comfort, intimacy, and security.

Other considerations to make could revolve around faculty size, extracurricular activities, availability of extended hours, and program philosophies. The National Association for the Education of Young Children has additional tips for questions to ask and observations to make when touring at www.naeyc.org. It educates parents about the features of accredited schools, and even if you’re not considering one, the website contains invaluable information about the preschool selection process.

Considering a small preschool has its benefits. There is a sense of family among staff, parents, and the children that is undeniable. Feelings of true caring and loving relationships are fostered during school events, trips, and meetings. Getting to know each parent, grandparent, cousin, aunt, and uncle enables the school community to become part of an extended family. Staff members at small preschools have the ability to notice how even minor changes may affect a child or a family. They have the opportunity to collaborate with parents on important decisions and take caregivers’ feelings into account. Teachers can also learn about the individual child and cater to his particular learning style and interests.

Regardless of school size, it’s important for educators to honor each child as if he were their own to cherish. I am extremely grateful to personally be a part of a smaller preschool community where I walk into a room and each child knows me by my first name. Hearing “Ms. Jennifer” being called brings a warmth to my heart that wakes up my daily passion for early childhood education. I hope all parents find a “gem” during their search for a preschool and have the opportunity to obtain the happiness I’ve experienced when working with a wonderful school.

Jennifer Denza is the co-owner and director of The Kid’s Korner Preschool in Manhattan, NY. She has been an educator and director for 22 years. Denza is also mom to two boys and lives with her family in Rockland, NY. Learn more about The Kid’s Corner Preschool at www.thekidskornerpreschool.com.

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Determine other causes for speech or language delay.

The specialist who evaluates your child determines whether other causes for language impairments or development delays may be present. These may include intellectual disabilities, hearing loss that cannot be corrected with surgery or other interventions, auditory processing disorders (whereby children have a problem decoding speech sounds), autism, speech apraxia, and so forth. Once the cause(s) of the child’s speech/ language/developmental difficulties are diagnosed, a proper therapeutic course to correct them may be established and carried out.

Address any physical deterrents to proper speech and language as soon as possible.

If your child’s hearing is impaired but correctable, take care of this as soon as possible. For example, if your child has a hearing difficulty that experts say is fixable with surgery, such as placing tubes in the ears to ensure fluid drainage, then have procedure done as soon as you can. If your child can’t properly hear, he can’t properly develop language; early surgical or other intervention that restores hearing encourages language development on a normal trajectory.

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If your child has a cleft palate, or other facial structural abnormality that makes speech difficult, your doctor will probably recommend correction shortly after birth. If your child cannot physically create proper speech, even though he may be perfectly “normal” in every other way, no amount of standard speech therapy will help. Correcting physical difficulties as early as possible ensures that you’re making a difference for your child. parentguidenews.com

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Early intervention is the key to truly effective therapy.

Depending on your child’s impairment, professionals will suggest programs to follow at home. They will also show you how to interact with your child so that speech is something with which he’s “forced” to engage. Parents often unwittingly “help” their children by letting them use noises or signals instead of actual speech to communicate wants and needs. Assisting children with language impairments and developmental delays is not easy, but coddling or otherwise enabling your child’s unwillingness to challenge himself is certainly ill advised.

To make the most difference in your child’s life, make sure therapy and other interventions occur as early as possible.

Young brains are malleable brains, and children who receive the proper intervention right away experience much less difficulty later in life – and may even completely recover depending on the disorder – as compared to older children.

It’s important to note that your child should not be “punished” for speaking incorrectly. Instead, ask your child’s speech therapist or other professional to show you how to model correct speech around your child, and then entice him to respond appropriately. Similarly, playing games, singing songs, and reading books are all fun ways to develop language without making it seem like work. As a parent, it all falls to you, but the therapies you follow don’t have to be “necessary evils.” Instead, they can be fun ways to develop methods that fully engage your child and make him want to speak and communicate with others more effectively.

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ommunication disorders are among the most common disabilities in the United States. Roughly 40 million Americans have difficulty speaking or hearing — many of them are children. In fact, speech disorders affect 8 to 9 percent of young children, and hearing loss affects two in every 100 children. Many other children are affected by additional medical or developmental disorders that hamper their ability to communicate.

These disorders are more serious than many parents realize. They may take academic, behavioral, emotional, and social tolls on a child. They can also impact the entire family by requiring established routines, straining relationships, and challenging interactions among all members of the household. Many of these struggles are unnecessary as communication disorders are treatable.

Unfortunately, only a small percentage of the public is aware of the signs of communication disorders and the importance of early detection according to a recent poll of speech-language pathologists and audiologists (the professionals who treat these disorders). To address this, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) recently launched the Identify the Signs campaign, which offers

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information and resources for identifying and getting help with communication disorders. Here are just some of the helpful tips available at www.identifythesigns.org.

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A variety of conditions fall under the umbrella of “communication disorders.� Categories include:

Speech/Language Disorders

When a child has trouble understanding others (receptive language), or completely sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings (expressive language), then she has a language disorder. When a child is unable to correctly or fluently produce speech sounds, or has problems with her voice, then she has a speech disorder. Speech and language disorders include stuttering, selective mutism (inability to speak in certain situations), and childhood apraxia of speech (a motor speech disorder where the brain has difficulty coordinating the muscle movements necessary to speak).

Hearing Loss

Different types of hearing loss and degrees of severity exist. Hearing loss can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired. One common

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illness in children that involves inflammation in the middle ear (usually associated with fluid buildup) is called otitis media, and it can result in hearing loss. This hearing loss can be permanent.

Otitis media is the most frequently diagnosed disease in infants and young children; 75 percent of young children will experience at least one episode of it by their third birthday. The more frequent the episodes, the more likely permanent hearing damage will occur.

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Many parents wait to act upon first noticing symptoms in their children. More than one-third of moms and dads (36 percent) will wait a year or longer to take action in the case of speech delay, and 31 percent of parents wait six months to one year for suspected hearing loss. Parents should never delay an assessment if they suspect a problem. Studies have shown that children who receive services prior to age 3 have better outcomes than those receiving services after age 5.

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Among the resources at www.identifythesigns.org is a searchable list of certified providers by geographic area under the “Find a Professional” section of the website. Free services are also available to schoolage children through public school systems. Contact the local public school district for information about early intervention programs.

Autism is in large part characterized by problems with communication and social skills. Other medical or developmental conditions that may result in communication problems include attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and traumatic brain injury.

dentifying the Signs

Each individual communication disorder has unique characteristics. However, the following are some general signs parents should notice as indicators of a potential speech-language problem, as well as the ages when these behaviors are first expected.

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• Doesn’t smile or interact (birth-3 months) • Doesn’t babble (4 months-1 year) • Makes only a few sounds or gestures (pointing) and says few words (12-18 months) • Doesn’t understand what you say (7 months-3 years) • Doesn’t put words together (18 months-3 years) • Speech is unclear (2-3 years)

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Finally, share information about Identify the Signs with your family and friends. The more people know about communication disorders and get help for them, the better the outcomes.

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Signs of hearing loss to look for include: Lack of attention to sounds Doesn’t follow simple directions Doesn’t respond when you call your child’s name

Patricia A. Prelock, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is the 2013 President of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, professor of communication sciences and disorders, and professor of pediatrics in the College of Medicine at the University of Vermont.

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The practice tries to make your child’s visit comfortable, safe and fun. You and your child are part of the dental experience and they will try to build a positive dental attitude and experience that will last a lifetime! Your child’s dental health is an important part of his/her overall health. To help your child, their team works with your pediatricians, other physicians and dental specialists to aid in the preventative care of your child. A Pediatric Dentist is a dentist who has had additional training in post doctoral education. Dr. Rosenfeld is an Attending at St. Lukes/Roosevelt, Columbia University Hospital. For his special needs and medically compromised patients, Dr. Rosenfeld offers the option of Hospital Dentistry. For more information about the practice, or to schedule an appointment, please call (973)838-0093.

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Juvenile Diabetes Facing your child’s diagnosis as a family.

By M. Maitland DeLand, M.D.

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ach year, more than 15,000 children are diagnosed with juvenile (Type 1) diabetes, and November is recognized as an awareness month for this condition in the United States. With juvenile diabetes, the pancreatic islet cells that make insulin are destroyed by the immune system; no insulin is made by the pancreas internally and must be administered externally.

All parents should be aware of the warning signs that accompany Type 1 diabetes. A major change in disposition, energy level, or appearance should always be a cause for concern. Other symptoms can include: • Extreme thirst and frequent urination • Difficulty concentrating or holding attention • Drowsiness or lethargy • Increased appetite • Sudden weight loss • Sudden vision changes • Sugar in the urine • Fruity odor on the breath • Heavy or labored breathing • Stupor or unconsciousness If your child exhibits some or all of these symptoms, go to a physician immediately. The doctor may perform a random blood sugar test or a glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test, which determines blood sugar average throughout two or three months. If these result in a positive diagnosis, you should consult with your pediatrician and your endocrinologist.

You should also take the time to prepare a thoughtful, compassionate discussion with your child about his diagnosis. Your response will serve as a guideline for how your child will react. Calmly provide all the information you can. Reinforce the facts and guidelines discussed by your physician. All caregivers and family members should provide a uniform message and instructions. Emphasize the positive while maintaining the serious nature of the situation.

Because there is no cure for Type 1 diabetes, you should focus on the treatments that are available. Insulin is not a cure, but it does help manage the disease. Your child might be afraid that he will be unable to play or go to school, so help him to understand that the insulin will help with living a normal life. Have a family member demonstrate an example of taking medicine as part of a daily routine (like grandpa and his blood pressure pills) to de-stigmatize this new responsibility.

It may be a shift for your family to start regularly eating healthy foods, but the importance of a nutritious diet for your child cannot be understated. Instill the value of healthy eating right at the onset of diagnosis. your needs, your neighborhood

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Encouraging the entire family to practice healthy eating habits will prevent your child from feeling left out or viewing healthy food as a punishment.

Counting carbohydrates (sugars, starches) to determine proper insulin dosages can become a game. (For example, ask your child, “How many carbohydrates are in one half-cup of mashed potatoes? Fifteen?

You’re right!”) Encourage your child to learn carbohydrate counts with you. Look at the labels of snacks and other foods and remember portions. It may not be an easy habit to pick up, but it’s imperative for your child with juvenile diabetes, and it will benefit the whole family.

Regular exercise is also important and a natural way to help regulate diabetes. If your family time is usually spent in front of the TV, switch to playing outside. Family bike rides, active games, or simple walks around the neighborhood will make everyone healthier, help relieve stress, and provide a new way to bond. You want your child to view a commitment to diet and exercise as positive asset, not a consequence of being sick.

Monitoring blood sugar is often the hardest adjustment for a child.

Again, positioning it as a game (“Let’s see what your glucose number is!”) instead of a burden may make it easier in the beginning. Spend as much time as it takes for your child to feel comfortable doing the finger prick to test her sugar levels. You might even have every family member perform a test to show your child that your family is “in this” together.

Finally, educate your child on the signs of low blood sugar, such as shaking, sweatiness, hunger, weakness, being lightheaded, headaches, fatigue, blurred vision, or rapid heart rate. When these symptoms occur, your child should drink fruit juice or another source of sugar and retest her blood sugar in 15 minutes, repeating this process until the reading is normal. Make sure your child is always prepared by carrying a source of fast-acting sugar at all times, as well as a glucagon emergency kit.

Facing juvenile diabetes is all about preparation and education. As both a doctor and mother, I have learned that children have a natural curiosity and a resilience that often surprises adults. With support and the tips above, living with juvenile diabetes can be manageable for you, your child, and your entire family.

M. Maitland DeLand, M.D., is a radiation oncologist, children’s author, and the chairman of the Health Education Authority of Louisiana. In her book The Great Katie Kate Discusses Diabetes (Greenleaf Book Group Press), Dr. Maitland DeLand helps young readers understand the diabetes diagnosis and treatment.

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The holiday season is just gearing up. With school, work, and juggling the family schedule, it can be hard for parents to find the time or extra help to creatively plan a birthday party. So, in a world where digital tools can aid in a time crunch, the best thing to do is take your planning online.

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Some parents can’t find a moment to get into planning mode with kids at play in the background. In these times, enlist their help! Let your child become the main planner for his birthday bash. Discover fun ways to send guests visual invitations online.

With so many interactive, digital invitations to customize through an array of companies, like PercyVites, Evite, Paperless Post and more, it’s easy to get your child involved in the planning process.

He can choose from any number of invitation designs, whether they include cartoons, are interactive, or showcase personal photos.

Inviting partygoers via the Web also ensures you don’t have to make any return trips to the post office if you accidentally leave someone off the guest list. Plus, keeping track of responses is a breeze thanks to built-in programs at many invite sites.

Still a traditionalist at heart? Use a site like Zazzle.com or Snapfish.com to put together and print creative cards. Pick a pre-made graphic or upload pics of the birthday child.

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Even when we’re super busy, we always find some time to surf the Net, so make sites like Pinterest.com work for you! This DIY haven has tons of ideas for party games and activities. View thousands of ideas for whipping up simple and affordable decorations, must-have menu items, and take-home treats.

With Pinterest, you can also keep track of the party ideas and resources you like on a virtual inspiration “board.” Once you’re ready to pull everything together, you’ll have quick access to your digital concept kit. Worry no more about where you last saw that cute cake recipe you loved, or the party outfit your child adored!

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It’s always easier to decorate when there’s a theme! If your child is older, he’s likely to already have a sense of what characters or topics he most wants his party to include. Whether you’re looking for paper goods relating to dinosaurs or a beloved TV personality, you’ll find shopping online can not only secure the best prices, but also obtain the widest variety of options.

“Printables” in the chosen theme offer another way to personalize your child’s party. Search on sites like www.pbs.org for popular characters, such as Caillou and Arthur, and download images to print for party hats and decor. Suggestions for birthday bash activities may be found there, too.

Putting together a Halloween or 1950s party? Sites like The TomKat Studio (www.shoptomkat.com) and Catch My Party (www.catchmyparty.com) additionally have creative printouts to decorate the cake and dessert table or liven up party favors.

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It’s always a party when there’s music around! And at a kids’ party, it’s more fun when you don’t have to worry about inappropriate words blasting into the ears of young party guests. With music easy to seek and download online, parents can create a select list of specific tunes or even the kid-friendly versions of popular songs.

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Who doesn’t like seeing himself in pictures having fun? All parents have several disks worth of images saved of their kids playing with friends and at gatherings. Be creative and reuse those images in a slideshow that plays continuously in a room where the guests gather.

Thanks to Bluetooth technology, parents can also hook their cameras up to a portable printer, such as the Canon Pixma iP100, and print images of guests within minutes of taking them. More of an eco-friendly family? Send a photo compilation video via e-mail to guests post party.

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Sometimes parents just aren’t sure what to serve during a kids’ party. If there are parents and kids joining in, it’s easy to offer go-to favorites, such as pizza and macaroni and cheese. If you have time, get creative with food decisions! Refer to sites like Spoonful.com for ideas. Try recipes for snacks like fruit kabobs and heart-shape, mini sandwiches — things that can be easily held by little fingers.

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Julie Steiner is the founder and president of Percy3D, a video personalization platform that powers immersive technology products such as PercyVites digital party invitations. PercyVites uses the same 3-D visual effects technology seen in movies. It allows consumers to insert messages and images into the animated world of licensed characters like Caillou, Johnny Test, and Arthur. The end product produces interactive party invitations, thank you notes, and party photo compilations in the form of short, animated video clips.

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call for birthdays, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvahs or any other special occasion, this fully licensed and insured company has been your full entertainment & music source since 1975. Mr. Giggles is home to an impressive line-up of entertainers and attractions that will satisfy even the pickiest party planner.

Parents are welcome to choose from a wide variety of talented live entertainers including magicians, comedians, clowns, costumed characters, puppeteers, Santas and more. If you’re looking to add a musical touch to your party, Mr. Giggles can provide an array of bands, DJs and musicians. Mr. Giggles can also help parents put together an assortment of fun and exciting theme parties from carnivals to a casino night! Don’t worry about waiting too long, because last minute calls are always welcome. Add some smiles, laughs and plenty of giggles to your next birthday party or special event by calling Mr. Giggles at (973)379-6622.

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BIRTHDAY DIRECTORY With their energetic style and passion for reptiles, children and families can laugh and learn together. Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery uses humor to occupy the children for a whole hour! A break for all you parents out there! They bring nature to you and hope to inspire others to take an appreciation for the environment and nature’s creatures. Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery will donate a portion of the profits to the Endangered Species Program in NJ. For more information visit their website at www.rizzosreptilediscovery.com or call (201)230-2415.

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Abma’s Farm is a three generation family-run farm. Their (908)803-5179 mission is to provide their customers with a unique shopping 419 Park www.wingsofmagic.com Avenue South, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 experience that the whole family can enjoy. While the parents Wings of Magic is the creation of Magician and Variety Enterare shopping in the farm store, the children can enjoy the optainer Mark A.S. Dolson, who has helped make events unforportunity to see and feed live farm animals such as bunnies, to: FAxCaesar’s # gettable for Six Flags, Radio Disney, Resorts, IBM, llama, pheasants, cows, ponies, goats, lambs and baby chicks.

Etc. and hundreds of private events. Magic Shows are Mark’s They offer the freshest produce, the best homemade-fromspecialty. All of Mark’s shows are full of laughter with lots scratch baked goods and homemade home cooked salads and From: of audience participation, along with iSSueyour DAte:choice of theme prepared foods in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Abma’s characters ranging from Traditional Magic, to Princes, to has a birthday party package including petting zoo and pony Pirates, to Clowns, to the popular Wizard, and many others. rides from May through September, as well as a Hayride call or fax your the comments ThePlease guest of honor is always star of theand/or Grande oK. Finale.

Pumpkin Picking Birthday Package from the end of SeptemIn most shows Mark will levitate the child of honor! Wings ber through the end of October. Incubators are available for offers shows of many sizes, from simple shows for rental to watch the egg hatching process at home. Buy the ferSigNAtureofoFMagic APProvAl: smaller groups to larger shows, transforming a magic show tile eggs at the farm and they will take back the chicks! Come into a more theatrical experience, with lighting, special efto the farm and enjoy the tastes and aroma of fresh food and fects, music, etc. Mark can provide you with both sit down give the children an opportunity to see and enjoy real animals. and strolling entertainment. Every show is custom made to Spring Farm tours are available by reservation. Abma’s Farm make your event truly special. Wings of Magic offers Magic is located at 700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff, NJ. Open every day Shows, Balloon Sculpture, Goodie Bags, Stilt Walking, Temexcept Sunday. Call (201)891-0278 or visit www.abmasfarm. com for more information.

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Why not take a trip to the Bazaar Star Beadery, the eccentric and whimsical store that offers you everything you need to bead the day away. Or planning a party? They can host your next Bar or Bat Mitzvah, Sweet 16, child’s birthday party, ladies night, Girl Scout jewelry badge party or just about any bead event you can think of! There are a multitude of different projects to choose from which means you’ll never get tired of creating and finding new ideas for your next party. Great for all kinds of children and adults alike, bead parties are a great way to re-introduce people to creative expression. Walkin’s are always welcome as you can pull up a chair and bead to your hearts content with on-site instruction, or join in on one of the classes offered Monday, Friday and Saturday each month. They have many options for your child’s celebration, be it big or small, Bazaar Star Beadery can design a party that’s right for you. Give them a call and they’ll be happy to assist you.

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Children will love Blue Moon’s delicious selection of Chips and Salsa; Burgers and Fries; Beef or Chicken Tacos; Grilled Cheese; Pasta and Hot Dogs. Families can choose from buffet style or table service. For your added convenience, Blue Moon can also provide a birthday cake and all of your paper goods. Families are always welcome to liven up the festivities by inviting their own entertainer to the party. Children’s birthday parties at the Blue Moon are available 7 days a week!

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(888)935-6878 The basic party package includes pizza, juice and cupcakes for www.medievaltimes.com each of the children. A fairy tale skit starring the birthday child In the mood for some old-fashioned fun? Medieval Times inand guests or games and a story may be added for extra fun. vites you to come celebrate more than 20 years of feasting, fightCreate special memories with one of their themed parties in ing and fun! A popular dinner attraction for all ages, Medieval which a costumed princess, firefighter, paleontologist, etc., will Times Castles features a two-hour dinner and live show based host your child’s party. After the party room, enjoy exploring upon authentic medieval history. Guests enjoy a four-course the museum with unlimited play time. There’s over 30 intermedieval banquet while witnessing brave knights compete on active, hands-on exhibits that are fun and educational! Your horseback in games of skill, jousting matches and swordfights. guests will love the trains, real helicopter & backhoe, play balAdmission includes a four-course dinner, beverages and a live let studio and hospital. The children can enjoy the interactive show. Parking is free. In addition to their regular daily schedvirtual reality center and explore the world of animal senses. ules, Medieval Times is the perfect place to cel­ebrate the next See the favorites - real fire engine, grocery store, dinosaur cave birthday of the young Lord or Lady of your own castle! Their 419 Park Avenue South, 13th Floor, New For York,more NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 and fantasy castle! information visit their website and special action-packed birthday party packages in­clude preferred you can now book your party online. seating, an individual photo with the King or Queen, a cheering banner, birthday cake, and an announcement in hon­or of to: Times is FAx # Powerhouse Studios the birthday child during the perfor­mance! Medieval Wild’N Wacky Challenge Game Show located west of Giants Stadium and just minutes from mid-town 7 Littell Road, East Hanover, NJ 07936 Manhattan. Other locations include Hanover, MD; LawrenceviSSue DAte: (973)560-9560 ille, GA; Kissim­mee, FL; Schaumburg, IL; MyrtleFrom: Beach, SC; 49 East Midland Ave., Paramus, NJ 07652 Dallas, TX; Buena Park, CA; and To­ronto, Ontario. Call the (201)265-9060 www.powerhousestudios.tv number above for reservations and further information.

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Then stroll through one of the most legendary sites in all of professional sports, Monument Park, where retired numbers, plaques and monuments pay homage to the legends who have contributed to the Yankees’ unprecedented 27 World Series Championships. Feel the thrill of stepping into the dugout, where Yankees greats sit every game. Finally, walk into the batting cage/clubhouse area (when available) for a true behind-the-scenes peek. Your exit will be through the Great Hall, which is adorned with banners of Yankees greats from the past. At the completion of the tour, your group will enjoy a birthday party at the Hard Rock Cafe in Yankee Stadium.

Party City Birthday Bashes include food, beverages, party invitations and gift bags. They take place daily, except when the Yankees play at home on weekends or are scheduled to play a weekday day game. Party City Birthday Bashes require advance booking of at least two weeks for 12 to 35 people. Why not experience the party of your life at Yankee Stadium, home of the legendary New York Yankees? Also ask about our Classic Group Tour or the Legends Tour.

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For jewelry that is unforgettable, meaningful, and symbolic of any wearer’s unique spirit, look to Heart & Stone. Conceived as a company that promotes creative and artistic drive, Heart & Stone offers custom charms to celebrate any wearer. Visit www.heartandstonejewelry.com for a closer look at the entire line of inspired designs!

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Adults can enjoy some much deserved luxury with the Daydream Blanket from aden + anais. Put together with four layers of breathable cotton muslin normally found in the company’s products for babies, this blanket’s fabric is the perfect, cozy accessory in which to relax after a long day. Available in a number of distinctive styles, the Daydream Blanket may be found at www.adenandanais.com.

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Rescue your precious moments and photographic fun from the digital confines of your electronic devices with Artifact Uprising. The Web-based company is dedicated to turning digital memories into tangible keepsakes.

At www.artifactuprising.com, you’ll discover a line of strikingly beautiful yet minimally designed photo books that come in hardcover and softcover, as well as a wide variety of products to host your physical photos.

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Studies show people who wake at dawn feel more refreshed and spend their day in a better mood. The SunRise clock from BioBrite uses the method of the rising sun’s increasing light to naturally wake you up without the jarring sounds of most other alarms. It’s like waking up with the sun every morning! For more information and to pick up this unique alarm clock, go to www.biobrite.com.

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PlanOn’s PrintStik is not only the world’s smallest portable printer, but it’s also the perfect gift for the road warrior in your life! The PrintStik allows you to print whatever it is you need from the car, hotel room, airport, and absolutely anywhere you may find yourself. This ultra-convenient product is available now at www.planon.com

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Listen to your music in your shower with the iShower! A great gift for unwinding in the shower, bath, hot tub, or pool, the iShower is an innovative and water-resistant Bluetooth speaker. Pick one up now at www.ishowerinc.com!

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The SodaStream Fountain Jet home soda maker is the perfect gift for anyone who loves the taste of soda but not the prices of favored brands. Easy to use and store, this product looks great on your kitchen counter while turning water into delicious soda in seconds. With a variety of flavors from which to choose and a convenience that just can’t be beat, SodaStream Fountain Jet home soda maker systems may be snagged at www.sodastreamusa.com.

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Never get stuck with a drained cell phone, tablet, or laptop again. The Rose Stone is a beautiful and lightweight power bank designed to keep your electronic devices charged on the go. Available in an array of colors at www.powerocksusa.com, the power banks provide enough energy for four full charges for your varied devices.

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Introducing the world’s first digital golf glove with the SensoGlove! The glove is made with high-quality materials and built-in, digital sensors that work to ensure a consistently accurate, smooth, and powerful golf swing. The SensoGlove is a fantastic gift for golfers of all levels looking to improve their games and is available at www.sensoglove.com.

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Family-Friendly France Exploring the romantic, European country.

by Kara Mayer Robinson France has so much for families: a sprawling countryside, cultural treasures, gourmet foods, and an enchanting language. Spend a week there, and your kids will return with a multitude of memories, a world awareness, and maybe even a budding French vocabulary.

Where to Go You’d need months (years, really) to explore all the regions of France.

If you have a week or two, this is a good start.

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Paris, Île de France While it’s true that the City of Light is an ideal, romantic getaway, why

not let your kids fall in love, too? They’ll be enchanted climbing the spiral stairs up the Arc de Triomphe, scaling the Eiffel Tower, seeing Notre Dame Cathedral, and cruising down the Seine. The Louvre isn’t mandatory — big and overwhelming are understatements — but popping in to see the Mona Lisa is a snap if you buy tickets in advance. Note: Kids get free admission to most Paris museums.

Essential Paris can be found in its captivating parks: the Jardin des Tuileries and Jardin du Luxembourg. Check out the playgrounds’play structures only found overseas, teach your kids how to play the ring-and-baton game as they ride antique carousels, and watch them revel in the fun of pushing miniature wooden boats across a pond as you sit peacefully in enchanting surroundings.

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Normandy Dotted along miles of winding, country roads throughout this north-

western region are local farms and guesthouses called chambres d’hôtes, where host families teach you about local traditions, cook for you, and happily let your kids run free on their farmland. Staying here makes you feel like a local rather than a tourist, and it’s through the eyes of your hosts that your family can gain a truer understanding of the French culture.

Don’t miss the bounty of Normandy’s specialty foods that have major kid appeal, like galettes (crêpes), apple cider, and teurgoule (creamy rice pudding).

For an impactful experience, visit the 50-mile stretch of coastline where, in 1944’s D-Day invasion, more than 100,000 soldiers began the march across Europe to defeat Hitler. Don’t miss the Normandy Ameriparentguidenews.com

can Cemetery and Memorial, where there are 9,387 graves of American soldiers perched on a hill overlooking the expansive Omaha Beach.

French Alps For the French, the Alps are the place to be during the holidays. The Rhône-Alpes and Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur regions are filled with ski chalets, lakeside villages, and bustling cities.

Annecy, a charming, lakeside town at the foot of the Alps, is sure

to please the whole family with stunning mountain views, a 7,000acre lake, ancient buildings, and cafés lining pedestrian walkways and river canals. Nearby Chamonix, a resort town at the base of Mont Blanc, is in its glory in winter. It boasts snow-covered mountains, tramway rides, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and dog sled rides. When you’re done playing in the snow, enjoy dinner at a café with stunning mountain views, then cozy up in a rustic chalet with your kids, a pile of warm blankets, and a steaming cup of hot chocolate.

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Bon Appétit The food in France is divine and plentiful.

Start with a breakfast of warm, buttery croissants and pain au chocolat (chocolate croissants) from a local boulangerie. Street foods like crêpes with Nutella are convenient on the go. A picnic lunch assembled from a local market — a fresh baguette, perfectly ripened cheese, sausage, pâté, sweet strawberries, éclairs and mille-feuilles (a.k.a. Napoleons) — is the ultimate French experience, especially when topped with a bottle of local wine.

Most bistros open for dinner later than your family’s usual mealtime, and dining is often a long, drawn-out affair. Cafés are more casual and flexible and serve kid-pleasers like croques monsieur (essentially grilled ham-andcheese) and omelets. If you want to eat earlier, say 6pm, look for a café with continuous service.

Perfect Accommodations If you’re staying in one area for a week, rent an apartment through Airbnb.

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com or VRBO.com. For an authentic, locally guided experience, book a chambre d’hôte or gîte (www.chambres-hotes.fr or en.gites-defrance.com). American hotel chains can be expensive and removed from the culture; European hotels are more authentic. Rooms are typically smaller and more streamlined, but Booking.com can locate properties with a family room, which often includes bunk beds.

Getting Around Riding the rails is the most romantic way to travel through Europe.

With high-speed trains like the TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse), you can go from one city to another in a flash. But be prepared to lug suitcases through narrow aisles and multi-level train stations. Renting a car (try www.carrentals.com) allows you to travel at your own pace and venture off the beaten path. The highways, called autoroutes, are easy to navigate, safe, and clean. You’ll need extra money for tolls and gas, and a GPS is worth the expense. In Paris, forget the car and use the easy-to-navigate Métro system instead.

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Be friendly.

Comfort goes a long way.

Prepare to picnic.

Easy does it.

The French, rude? Not necessarily. Manners are essential to the French, and they rarely skip a “merci” or “au revoir.” They also appreciate travelers’ efforts to speak their language. A simple “Bonjour, madame” or “Bonjour, monsieur” when you walk into a café or shop goes a long way.

Save money by shopping at street markets and eating in your apartment or outdoors. Stowing utensils, napkins, and a corkscrew in your bag makes impromptu picnics easier.

Don’t limit your ability to walk, wander, and discover. Get everyone a pair of high-quality walking shoes. Try the new line of stylish-yet-supportive ballet flats recently introduced by Dr. Andrew Weil Integrative Footwear (www.weilbeing.com).

The famous sights are important — who wants to travel all the way to Paris and not see the Eiffel Tower? — but journeying as a family can be tiring, so schedule plenty of downtime.

Kara Mayer Robinson is a freelance journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Time Out New York, and WebMD. your needs, your neighborhood

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Nurturing You

by Heather Porter

Self-Care to Improve Self-Esteem Motherhood, at any time, takes a toll on your body.

With four children of my own, I often find myself speaking to other women about their concerns. They are generally focused on the state of their bellies and bottoms, as well as how tired they feel.

A broken night’s sleep is draining, and as you get older, your energy levels may lower. A woman’s metabolism starts to slow down in her late 30s. Plus, you’re busy looking after everyone in your family — perhaps at the expense of yourself.

The good news is there are many ways to keep our energy and sparkle up — albeit with effort! Find your balance and old sense of self again by understanding the changes that have taken place in your body and mind since entering motherhood. Small steps will eventually change the bigger picture so that you can be happier and healthier.

Exercise, nutrition, and physical well-being are important for you and your family. Involve the children in your goals and activities, and they will learn from your good habits. There is always time to exercise even if it means doubling up. Take the “stroll” out of the stroller and march forth; pick up the wrists and heels to turn a general errand into a walk and raise the pulse. Bend down and collect leftover clothes with an actual squat, use the buttocks to push yourself up. Squat while you clean your teeth, and you will clock as many as 30 squats a day.

Muscles want to be exercised and properly used. They also need hydrating, so drink more water! Our muscles get affected by toxins just like other parts of the body. The more water we drink, the more we can flush the toxins. Of course, it helps to not take in as much toxins in the first place! Less alcohol and less caffeine may

sound less fun, but it is far healthier for you to reduce intake of both. A high-quality coffee that has been decaffeinated (it should say on the packet) tastes just as good as a caffeinated coffee.

There are clever ways you can cut down on consumption without activating cravings. A nutritious eating plan and aerobic exercise will aid with toning and weight loss for your physical well-being.

To target the belly, keep a positive connection to it, and do specific exercises such as situps and leg lifts (lie flat and slowly raise straight legs). The loose, “empty skin” (folds without fat that you can pinch) may never vanish, but it will reduce as the skin around it tightens up and draws in. By burning fat, you will regain more shape at the waist. Also try twisting exercises such as hula hooping as a fun activity to do with the children.

Women can at times be susceptible to depression, and it is important to keep your brain exercised. Memory games with the children actually help us, too. My youngest son likes the shopping game: “I went to the store and bought an apple; I went to the store and bought an apple and a banana...” Simply go through the alphabet and repeat each item. This can be done with names, countries, etc., and can lighten up a tedious car journey. Crosswords and reading well-written books keep the mind open. I enjoy historical novels; absorb the facts while the fiction weaves a story thread around them to keep the reader hooked.

Don’t stress about forgetting the odd little thing, our responsibilities and priorities totally shifted when we ventured into motherhood. Our brains had to open up a whole new division. Because remembering to feed the kids has come to the forefront, it’s okay to occasionally forget where you put the recipe for pecan pie! It always helps to take a deep breath and go back to where you were when you thought of it last.

As a mother of four and the author of Body Back (Clementine Publishing), Heather Porter shares her hands-on and often humorous experiences of getting your old self back. She provides well-researched, yet accessible guidance on exercise, nutrition, beauty, and emotional and physical health. Check out www.body-back.com to learn more.

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Famous Fragrances

Celebrate the beautiful outdoors with the new National Park Collection of air freshener products from Air Wick. Thanks to a partnership with the National Park Foundation, Air Wick has crafted fragrances inspired by the natural elements found in America’s national parks, including the Grand Canyon, the Virgin Islands, and more! These inviting scents are perfect for anyone looking to freshen up and bring a lovely sensory experience to the home. Learn more at www.airwick.us.

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natural products that smell great and make you feel even better. To learn more and order some of these wonderful products, log onto www.lovenaturenyc.com.

Refined by Science

EmerginC, a leading professional skin-care line, introduces its revolutionary Scientific Organics Collection. The collection’s magnificent Ginger-Lime Sugar Scrub gently cleans, exfoliates, and improves the tone and texture of your skin!

Made with 100-percent botanical extracts, this nourishing and hydrating scrub is gentle enough for everyday use. Like all the products in the collection, it is made of all-natural ingredients, as well as a guaranteed minimum of 70-percent organic ingredients. Learn more and pick up the rejuvenating Ginger-Lime Sugar Scrub by visiting www.emerginc.com.

Fueled by a passion for health and wellness, the Love Nature NYC line of bath, body, and home products nurtures and connects the mind, body, and soul with nature through its tonics and aromas. Free of harsh synthetics and dangerous chemicals and rich in natural and organic ingredients, this line is as committed to the betterment of the en- Cure for the Common Carrier vironment as it is to people. With its soaps, BabyHawk believes that the best way to raise scrubs, lotions, and candles, Love Nature a happy, healthy child is to keep him close and NYC is dedicated to producing healthy, carry him. With that in mind, the company

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has revolutionized the way children are held by their parents — one baby carrier at a time!

Moms and dads can keep their young one close while out and about with BabyHawk’s Mei Tai Baby Carrier, which is not only comfortable, but also safe and reliable when carrying newborns through children weighing as many as 40 pounds. Visit www.babyhawk.com for more information, to purchase, and to design your own.

Strength and Shine

Maintain and keep your hair healthy and manageable with the Naat Mineral collection from nuNAAT. Naat Mineral’s amazing treatments are uniquely formulated to reduce frizz and provide a protective coating that keeps your hair hydrated and brilliant. These oils work equally as well when applied to either wet or dry hair! Ideal for all hair types, Naat Mineral treatments from nuNAAT are available at www.walgreens.com and www.nunaat.com.

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Travel

by Jesse Berberich

The Best Trips

Lonely Planet, a leading guide book publisher, is excited and proud to announce its new interactive and dynamic e-book series, Best Trips!

Available via www.inkling.com, the Inkling app for the iPad and iPhone, the Best Trips series offers inspiration and practical information for travelers who want to have a richer experience at any visited locale. Each book contains interactive maps, weather forecasts, insider information, and fun detours — all of which are easily accessible on the road! Intuitive, modern, and trustworthy, these living travel guides set the new standard for what travel books should be.

To offer an extra incentive, Llama Expeditions is offering a discount for any female travelers who book by December 31, 2013, for travels in 2013 or 2014. For more information, trek to www. llamaexpeditions.com.

Worry-Free Wandering When traveling with a baby, you may want to consider Itti Bitti’s Luxury Minkee Wetbags and matching changing mats to store dirty diapers. Made from waterproof, laminated minkee and available in all the colors of the rainbow, the bags hold up to four diapers and are easily washed.

The changing mats are made of soft bamboo velour for your young one’s comfort. Generous in size and essential for odorfree traveling, the mats and bags may be found at www.ittibittiusa.com.

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tural Center, Upper Saddle River, (201)825-3366, www.srvcc. org. The SRVCC starts off the month of November with a delightful original production that is sure to entertain parents and children alike.

November 3: Mother-Daughter Yoga Class, The Sukha Arts Center, 76 Schraalenburgh Road, Harrington Park, (201)8572455, www.sukhaarts.com. Discover a great way for mom to slow down and spend time with her little one in a relaxing mother-daughter yoga class. No previous yoga experience is necessary. 4pm.

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November 2: Saturday Happenings Enrichment Classes, The Slocum/Skewes School, Ridgefield, (201)943-4299, ext. 338.

Dedicated instructors will lead students through one-hour classes in reading, math, science, art, karate, computers, cheerleading, and many more. Weekly through November 16. 9amnoon. Advanced registration required.

November 3: Alex the Jester, The Saddle River Valley Cul-

November 5: Hip Hop For Kids, The Bergen YJCC, 605 Pascack Road, Washington Township, (201)666-6610, www.yjcc. org. Your little ones will be introduced to a variety of moves and some of today’s top music hits in a fast-paced weekly program. Tuesdays through December 11.

November 7 and 8: Basketball Mini Camp, The Bergen YJCC, 605 Pascack Road, Washington Township, (201)666-6610.

Open to boys and girls ages 5-14, the fun and fully interactive two-day program is led by experienced instructors who teach basketball fundamentals while encouraging participants to make new friends and have fun. Reservations required. Full and half-day sessions are available.

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November 10: Doktor Kaboom!, The Bergen Performing Arts Center (PAC), 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, (201)2271030, www.bergenpac.org. Children and adults will be blown away by an amazing show with Doktor Kaboom! The multi-talented actor/comedian presents a one-man science variety show that introduces the wonders of scientific exploration through a creative blend of theatre arts, comedy, experiments and demonstrations. Noon.

November 10: The Garden State Plaza 5K and 1M, The Garden State Plaza Mall, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus, (908)2453000. Open to participants of all ages and abilities, this annual event includes a delicious breakfast, warm-up instructor, a DJ

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to keep people moving, a 5K loop around the mall, and a 1-mile fun run/walk. Awards are handed out to the top finishers at the end of the race, and shirts are given to everyone who participates. 8:45am.

November 16: The Westwood HS Holiday Flea Market, 701 Ridgewood Ave., Washington Township, (201)998-1144, www. jcpromotions.info. Discover a wide variety of bargains just in time for the holiday season at this special Saturday event.

November 17: Bubblemania!, The Saddle River Valley Cultural Center, Upper Saddle River, (201)825-3366, www.srvcc. org. Bubbles take center stage in this amazing performance for the whole family.

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November 26 - December 1: Disney on Ice - Let’s Celebrate!, The Izod Center, State Route 50, East Rutherford, (201)9353900, www.izodcenter.com. Be a part of one colossal party with all your favorite fictional friends when Mickey, Minnie, Buzz Lightyear, the Disney Princesses and others lead audiences in an unforgettable celebration of a magical medley of holidays, celebrations, and festivals from around the globe.

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November 1 - 30: Outdoor Adventures, The Tenafly Nature 419 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016 • 212-213-8840 • Fax 212-447-7734 Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, (201)568-6093, www. tenaflynaturecenter.org. Spend quality time with the family to: FAx # and explore the wonders of the natural world all around us. Upcoming activities for the month of November include: Seasonal From: iSSue DAte:Afternoon Explorers, Scavenger Hunt, Guided Nature Walk, Apple Cider Making, and more.

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Wednesdays through December 5: Broadway Kids Dance November 18: Treasure Island, The Saddle River Valley CulProgram, The Bergen YJCC, 605 Pascack Road, Washington SigNAture oF APProvAl: tural Center, Upper Saddle River, (201)825-3366, www.srvcc.

Township, (201)666-6610, www.yjcc.org. Children who love org. Based on the classic novel, audiences of all ages will be to perform will enjoy a weekly class that covers everything swept up in a show filled with plenty of action and adventure. from acting to singing and dancing.

November 23: Saddlebrook Holiday Flea Market, 355 Mayhill St., Saddle Brook, (201)998-1144, www.jcpromotions.info.

Discover a wide variety of bargains just in time for the holiday season at this special event.

November 24 - December 1 November 24: Pinkalicious The Musical!, The Bergen Performing Arts Center (PAC), 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood, (201)227-1030, www.bergenpac.org. Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents.

When over-indulgence leads to an affliction of “Pinkititis,” it’s up to Pinkalicious to figure a way out of her predicament. Presented again on December 2. 1pm.

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November SEPTEMBER2013 2010 Sundays Through December 29: Family Yoga Classes, The Sukha Arts Center, 76 Schraalenburgh Road, Harrington Park, (201)768-2455, www.sukhaarts.com. Strengthen the bond between parents and children by taking part in a weekly yoga class designed especially for families. Classes gives participants of all ages and yoga experience levels an opportunity to enjoy themselves in a warm, family-centered atmosphere. 10-11am.

Tuesdays in November: The Fit Kidz Challenge Class, American Eagle Martial Arts Academy, 500 Barnett Place, Ho-Ho-Kus, (201)612-1429. Keep your kids happily moving while giving them the tools to fight off childhood obesity. The exciting new class that is specially designed to instill a healthy lifestyle and outlook for children of all ages while developing cardiovascular fitness, athletic ability, core strength, flexibility and body awareness.

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Through December 31: Pottery Classes, Wortendyke Pottery Studio, 211 Greenwood Ave., Midland Park, (201)652-5882, www.wortendykestudio.com. Wortendyke is the place to be this fall for hands-on fun. Pottery classes are available for children every Monday-Friday, and for adults every Monday-Thursday and Saturday mornings. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Mondays in November: Boxing Class, American Eagle Martial Arts Academy, 500 Barnett Place, Ho-Ho-Kus, (201)6121429. Former Gleason’s Gym National boxing and kickboxing champion Joe Rubino leads this informative and interactive weekly program. 8pm.

Fridays in November: DJ Skate Nights, The Englewood Field Club, 341 Engle St., Englewood, (201)568-7212, www. englewoodfieldclub.org/skating/events. The Englewood Field Club welcomes families to an unforgettable event that includes hockey, general skating and other delights, like a disc jockey, organized skating activities and family-themed games. 6pm.

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Saturdays in November: Hands-On Art Programs, Lakeshore Learning Center, 449 Essex St., Hackensack, (201)441-9214, www.lakeshorelearning.com. Children ages 3 and older are invited to enjoy great hands-on craft programs every Saturday.

Each program is open from 12-4pm.

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Ongoing Through the Fall: Soccer Programs for Kids, (973)5431197, www.kiddiesoccer.com. A leading sports program for preschoolers, Kiddie Soccer offers classes and instruction at locations throughout Bergen, Essex, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic and Somerset Counties. Classes forming now.

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Ongoing Through December: Fairy Gnome Garden Birthday Parties, Abma’s Farm, 700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff, (201)8910278, ext. 6, www.abmasfarm.com. Fairy Garden parties Held in the greenhouses at Abma’s Farm, these fun-filled parties include designing and taking home your very own fairy/gnome garden.

The party includes two party helpers, all the supplies for your take home garden along with cupcakes and sweet tea.

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seum, 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken, (201)656-2240, www.hobokenmuseum.com. Librarian Penny Metsch invites you to drop by the museum for a day filled with great stories for children ages 2 - 5 and a parent or caregiver.

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November 10: The Frank V Marina Flea Market, 205 Passaic Ave., Kearny, (201)998-1144, www.jcpromotions.info. Discover a wide variety of bargains just in time for the holiday season at this special Sunday event.

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November 21: Uptown Storytime, The Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken, (201)656-2240, www. hobokenmuseum.com. Librarian Penny Metsch invites you to drop by the museum for a day filled with great stories for children ages 2 - 5 and a parent or caregiver.

Saturdays in November, Mangia Hoboken! - The Hoboken Food and Culture Tour, Hoboken PATH Station, River St., Hoboken, (800)595-4849, www.hobokenfoodtour.com. The tour will focus on family-owned businesses, where everything is still made by hand and you have a good chance of running into the owner.

There will also be stops at points of local historical interest such as the site of Frank Sinatra’s childhood home. 2pm.

Ongoing Throughout November: The Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City, (201)200-1000, www. lsc.org. Come in from the cold this winter and treat your family to some of the hottest exhibits and attractions around. Schedules include: The Animation Traveling Exhibit, Art of Science Photo Exhibit, Flight of the Butterflies IMAX Film, and the We Explore: Into The Arctic Program.

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Tuesdays Through November: The Downtown Hoboken Farmer’s Market, Washington St. between Observer Highway and Newark St., www.hobokenfarmersmarket.com. Discover an array of fresh fruits, vegetables and other tasty treats during this special weekly event. 3 - 7:30pm.

Ongoing: The Hoboken Historical Museum and Cultural Center, 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken, (201) 656-2240, www.hobokenmuseum.org. Formed in 1986, the Hoboken Historical Museum is a volunteer organization dedicated to stimulating and satiating public interest in Hoboken’s rich history! HHM pursues its mission through exhibits; lectures; a bi-monthly newsletter; a quarterly magazine, preservation projects; historic house, garden and walking tours; partnerships with allied organizations; and e-initiatives. your needs, your neighborhood

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Essex November SEPTEMBER2013 2010 Ongoing: The Hoboken-North Hudson YMCA, 1301 Washington St., (201)963-4100. Families are invited to take advantage of another great season of activities, including Morning playtime, toddler programs, swim lessons and more! Call for more detailed information about programs and fees.

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Ongoing: Sky Club Swim Sessions, Sky Club Fitness and Spa, 125 Marshall St., Hoboken, (201)222-2582, www.skyclubfitness. co. Featuring the only salt-water pool in Northern New Jersey, Sky Club’s spring swim sessions are the perfect way to make new friends, have some fun and encourage fitness in your 7-14 year old swimmer.

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November 3: Belleville HS Flea Market, 100 Passaic Ave., Belleville, (201)998-1144, www.jcpromotions.info. Discover a wide variety of bargains just in time for the holiday season at this special Sunday event.

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Thursdays in November: Zumba and Yoga, Vida Wellness Studio, 247 Crooks Ave., Clifton, (347)268-9940, www. vidawellnessnow.com. Vida Wellness Studio hosts a special complimentary class to first time clients. Stop in for a great latin-style aerobic dance workout followed by an amazing yoga class. All levels welcome. 7-9pm.

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Saturdays Throughout November: Ninja Martial Arts for Children, Passaic Bujinkan Buyu, 35 Harding Ave # 2, Clifton, New Jersey, (609)379-BUYU (2898), www.passaic-bujinkanbuyu.setec=: Museum Tours, Hamilton House Museum, 971 Valley Road, Clifton, (973)744-5707. Drop by the museum to learn how people lived in the past, as well as a little history of the area, during a weekly tour of the eye-catching restored Dutch farmhouse. 2-4pm.

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nyackchamber.org. The Nyack Chamber of Commerce invites families to discover the best in locally-grown and locally-produced products during this weekly outdoor event. Rain or shine.

8am - 2pm.

Beginning November 22: The Hunger Games - Catching Fire, The IMAX Theater at the Palisades Center Mall, West Nyack, (845)358-IMAX, www.imax.com/palisades. Families are invited to take going to the movies to a whole new level at The IMAX Theater at the Palisades Center Mall in West Nyack. Offering state-ofthe-art technology and giant, eye-catching screens, the IMAX Theater is proud to present the second adaptation of the popular book series.

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Ongoing Throughout November: Ice Skating for Families, The Ice Vault Skating Arena, 10 Nevins Drive, Wayne, (973)6281500, www.icevault.com. Tie up your skates and treat your family to some of the coolest events on ice at Ice Vault. The state-of- the-art indoor skating facility offers something for everyone, including classes for tots, adults and hockey.

Ongoing Through December 31: Art Classes for Children and Adults, Rockland Center for the Arts, 27 South Greenbush Road, West Nyack, www.rocklandartcenter.org. Don’t miss out on your chance to take part in morning, afternoon or evening classes.

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Get lost in family, fun, and food all month long. by Jesse Berberich A Delectable Fall

There’s no better partner for the season of turning leaves and crisp autumn air than the Autumn Chocolate Truffles from Lake Champlain Chocolates. Featuring handcrafted milk, dark chocolate, sweet Vermont butter, fresh cream, Belgian chocolate, and all-natural flavors, these delicious chocolates come nuzzled in a lustrous gift box decorated with a beautiful scene of autumn in Vermont. Find these and other seasonal treats online at www.lakechamplainchocolates.com.

For Every Occasion

Celebrate the upcoming holidays and all of life’s most sharable moments with Pear Tree Greeting’s unique collection of high-quality, personalized greetings and stationery. With hundreds of designs available for any budget you might have, Pear Tree will inspire you to stay connected with family and friends all year long. Start shopping and commemorating now at www.peartreegreetings.com.

No Matter Where You Are

Thanksgiving is a time to sit down with loved ones and make cherished memories. With Skype Premium, you’ll even be able to share holidays with friends and family who can’t travel. Going beyond basic, free features such as one-on-one voice and video calls and instant messaging, Skype Premium allows you to conduct group video calls and screen sharing with up to nine people, as well as make unlimited calls to one foreign country of your choice. Visit www.skype.com for more information on this sure-fire way to have meaningful conversations and stay connected during the holidays.

Deli Delicious at Home

Spend Sandwich Day, November 3, munching on Joanne’s Super Hero Sandwich, which overflows with cold cuts and flavor, courtesy of www.allrecipes.com.

Ingredients: •½ c. olive oil •1 Tbs. lemon juice •3 Tbs. tarragon vinegar •3 cloves minced garlic •2 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley •2 tsp. dried oregano •½ tsp. black pepper •1 c. chopped black olives •1 c. chopped mushrooms •1 loaf round, crusty Italian bread •½ lb. sliced, deli turkey meat •½ lb. sliced ham •¼ lb. sliced salami •½ lb. sliced mozzarella cheese •6 leaves of lettuce •1 sliced tomato Directions: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic. Season with parsley, oregano, and pepper. Stir in olives and mushrooms. Set aside. Cut the bread in half. Scoop out the inside of the bottom half, and leave an ½-in. outside wall. Spoon 2/3 of the olive mixture into the bottom. Layer with turkey, ham, salami, mozzarella, lettuce, and tomato.

Pour remaining olive mixture on top, and replace the top half of the bread.

Wrap securely in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy!

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Au t u m n Branches

The Autumn Branch Centerpiece is a beautiful craft from www.marthastewart.com that will have your Thanksgiving Day guests marvelling at your table even before you bring out your holiday meal.

What You’ll Need: •18-in. plywood square •1-3 branches •L-brackets and hardware •Cable ties •Burlap •EZ-Glide surface protectors •Leaves •Gourds •Artificial birds •A pencil.

What To Do: Place a branch on the plywood square and mark a line around the branch on the plywood with a pencil. Screw an L-bracket on either side of where you have outlined the branch, drill through the bracket holes into the branch base. Screw or bolt branch to brackets.

Add up to two more branches, if desired, securing to original branch by wrapping a cable tie around the base of the branches. Hide screws, brackets and cable ties by wrapping a length of burlap around the base. Dress with leaves, gourds, and artificial birds. Add EZ-Glides to underside of base to protect furniture.

Classic Thanksgiving Fun

Your kids will love the classic activity of creating a one-of-a-kind paper turkey by tracing their hands! Try out the Hands and Feet Turkey Craft, courtesy of www.kaboose.com, for a truly fun time that also adds tracing feet to this classic kids activity!

What You’ll Need: •Construction paper in brown, tan, orange, yellow, and white •Scissors •Glue •Wiggle eyes if you want a turkey that’s a little silly!

What To Do: Trace your two feet (with shoes on) on the brown construction paper, then trace two hands on each color of construction paper. Then, cut out all the hands and feet tracings. Put the two foot tracings together with the heels one on top of another. Make it so the wider part of the feet are touching but also far apart enough to make the turkey body and head. Apply glue. Cut two turkey legs out of the orange scraps, then cut a diamond shape for the beak. Draw the eyes on white paper and cut them out, or use wiggle eyes. Make the wattle out of red construction paper. Glue each piece onto the body. Then, glue the red, orange, and yellow construction paper hands behind the brown body to make the tail. Finally, position the two tan hands on either side of the body to make the turkey’s wings and glue them in place, and you’ve got a cute turkey buddy for the holidays!

Jesse Berberich is the editorial intern. parentguidenews.com

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, focus your lens on the smile that makes you the most thankful. Submit one photo per family of your smiling child at www.parentguidenews.com by November ’s end. We’ll post select submissions during December for viewer voting. The family with the photograph that gets the most votes receives a Wusthof Classic Five-Piece Cook’s Set! The culinary tools are a valuable asset for upcoming meals and holiday gatherings.

Visit www.parentguidenews.com for contest details.

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