Budding Reader

There are so many books out there for children, it's so hard to choose. Our library is stocked with everything from Sandra Boynton & Mo Willems to the Little Golden Books & the Mr. Men & Little Miss series.

The editors of Parents Magazine have put out their favorite books for all age groups as well as helpful hints on encouraging reading, best way to have storytime and even the best books for potty training.

Diapers Deal!

I just ordered a big box of Pampers for $19.49!

How it works:
go to this blog and it links you to the amazon coupon ($1.50)
http://www.dansdeals.com/archives/8958?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Dansdeals+%28DansDeals.com%29

then use the Subscribe & Save (you can cancel even after the first shipment - right now their having an extra 15% off)
and then before you hit Sign Me Up:

If you get Parent's Magazine, there should be a little pull out card in your August issue with a code on it. Just enter that code. I think there will be another one in the September issue. If you don't get the magazine, you can see if my code will work again:
AWDE-W5SUCT-FRDACT

Summer Reads

If by some lucky chance you find yourself with time to read this summer, you're probably looking for a good book to make best use of it! I mean a real book for enjoyment verus the usual parents magazines and books that are probably stacked up on your bedside and all over the house (they are at my house!).

Daily Candy just released a compilation of their picks for 16 Awesome Books to read this summer. The list ranges from girlie fiction to historic to short stories.

Find your favorite spot and enjoy!

Two Under Two

You've made it through the first pregnancy, the first diaper change, the countless feedings and sleepless nights and then it's time to do it again. People say the second one is easier, but how? Is it because you know what's coming or is it because you're far more flexible about everything. Or is it because you have now found that perfect glass of wine that just makes it all go away, at least for a few minutes.

And for those mamas that have two under 2, you are amazing! Stroller Traffic has come up with a great survival guide for those mamas and all mamas with two (or more).

Black Friday in July!

Hello fellow Target fans,

I have great news - Target is having a "secret" Black Friday sale tomorrow, online only.
Check out the preview.

Let me know if you get any good buys!

All about him..

There's the Belly Button book about hippos and their belly buttons. There's the Snuggle Puppy book about the puppy. And now there's a book about your little one. If you and your little one are fans of Sandra Boynton, imagine the excitement when your little one realizes this book is all about him!

With just a few inputs and a few picture uploads, you'll have your own customized Sandra Boynton book.
Happy publishing!

Will you be sharing your new iPhone?

Has your little one discovered your new "toy" yet? If so, are you ready to share that iPhone or iPad with them? Seems only fair, we're always asking them to share their favorite toys.

Here is a sampling of some great apps that are fun and educational for kids of all ages.