April, 2014 | PTPA | Parent Tested Parent Approved

When it comes to sexual conversations I don’t really feel awkward. It used to be an issue I shied away from but with age it became something that was a natural activity between “people”. It’s also something we learn about in school and is something that allows us to connect with someone in the most intimate of ways! As a…

Special Needs

Finding Autism Support For Parents

PTPAApril 8, 2014

It has been 10 years since my son was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Back in those days, you got your diagnosis and you were sent on your way to deal with it. Very little information regarding treatment, agencies, education or help of any kind was provided. It was pretty much a “Yes, your son has autism……

Crafts & DIY Food & Drink

Super Easy Easter Treat Cups!

PTPAApril 7, 2014

Things You Will Need: 1. Paper Treat Cups (by Wilton, under $2.00 at Walmart in the baby shower party section) 2. Bowl (for sprinkles) 3. Frosting (flavor and style of your choice) 4. Sprinkles (large sprinkles work best for this project) 5. Marshmallow Eggs (dozen for $1.00, found in most stores around Easter) Cost: under $5.00 for 12 servings (12 cups) How To: These treats…

Special Needs

5 things I’ve learned from working with children with autism

PTPAApril 4, 2014

Today, April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day. It’s important to bring awareness to autism everyday not just once a year. The most recent stats are that 1 in every 68 kids will be diagnosed with autism. The last 10 years of my life has been devoted to helping children with autism and their families. Each and every child I…

Beauty & Fashion For the Kids

Top 10 Picks: Spring Rain Boots for Kids

PTPAApril 3, 2014

1. Hatley Dino Boots, $30.00, 2. Kamik Explore Rain Boots, $30.00, 3. Stephen Joseph Fire Truck Rain Boots, $29.99, 4. Marvel Spiderman Rain Boots, $32.00, 5. Stonzwear Rain Boots (Green/Black),$35.99, 6. Western Chief Wings Rain Boots, $35.99, 7. Kamik Butterfly Girls Rain Boots, $40.00, 8. Kidorable Dora the Explorer Rain Boots, $34.00, 9. Bogs Kids Baby Zoo, $49.00, 10. Hatley Kids Hot Air Balloons Rain Boots, $36.00

Food & Drink

Maple Scotch Cookies

PTPAApril 3, 2014

James and I decided to make chocolate chip cookies one day, but things didn’t go as planned! Firstly, I ran out of vanilla extract. I don’t know how that happened. Secondly, I didn’t have chocolate chips. The final blow was I didn’t have enough butter! I was on a roll!! But what we ended up making, were some of the…

Being a Mom Deals Discounts & Savings For the Kids Just Between Us

Why kids toy markups get under my skin

PTPAApril 3, 2014

I have two Frozen fanatics in my house. These kids would love to own an official Anna and Elsa dress or two. In fact that’s all my 5 year old asked for this past Christmas, but all that was available locally was toddler-sized. We bought her the cheapie toddler dress from Target because Santa doesn’t let kids down like that,…

Food & Drink

Pineapple Cupcakes with Strawberry Mousse Frosting

PTPAApril 3, 2014

Sunday was my Dad’s birthday and to celebrate I made these Pineapple Cupcakes with Strawberry Mousse Frosting. They were so moist and flavorful and the mousse frosting was the perfect addition. My family and I are not big frosting/icing fans so using this mousse as the frosting was the perfect solution. I don’t know why I never thought of it…

Product Reviews Safety

Make a Deal to Be Safe this Spring Season

PTPAApril 2, 2014

As the season turns towards warmer weather, families will traditionally store away their winter gear and re-organize with some old-fashioned spring cleaning. These clean-ups typically mean spring is also yard sale season, an excellent time to find great prices on interesting items. However, we here at KID want to remind you not to bargain with product safety, and keep an…

Being a Mom Everyday Parenting

How to Prevent and Recover from Mommy Burnout {Tips from PTPA Blogaholics}

PTPAApril 2, 2014

No matter how much we love being a Mom, we all get to a point sooner or later where we find ourselves in need of a recharge. We polled our group of PTPA Blogaholics to ask them how they recognize when they need a break, what they do about it, and what has worked for them. We hope that this…

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