The Guide for Finding Classes In NYC!
December 20, 2013Living in NYC is great because there are literally a thousands ways to enrich your lil’ darling’s life (as our great sitter2Mom, Samantha, talked about in her post this past Wednesday). However, the downside to this is that busy parents don’t have the time to actually find, research, and compare the hundreds of class Read more (…)
Capturing Sweet Portraits
November 8, 2013Everyone loves taking pictures of their lil’ ones; after all, they are one of the best ways to capture memories forever. Today, we sat down and talked to professional NYC photographer, Emily Dewan, who shared her tips on making your photos the best they can be. Hold the cheese, please The command “say cheese!” Read more (…)
Introducing Georgia!
October 4, 2013This Friday, we’d like to introduce you to a great kid, baby, & family photographer: Georgia Glennon! Georgia has a degree in photography and worked behind the camera in NYC for years before moving down to Sayulita, Mexico for a change of scenery. Georgia now regularly schedules photo shoots for families traveling to her beautiful city, Read more (…)
Having a New Baby? Get Your Nanny, Get Your Baby Box!
September 19, 2013As you probably already know, it’s NANNY WEEK here at LLD, so we’ve been talking to a lot of new moms. A common theme keeps recurring — they are all, understandably, looking for anything and everything to help simplify their lives! So we figured this would be the perfect time to introduce many of you Read more (…)
Just a Spoonful of Sugar
September 16, 2013WANTED: LOVING NANNIES! Recipe for your perfect nanny! Lucky Lil’ Darlings has acquired New York Nanny Center (NYNC) and is pleased to be offering the service of nanny placements… now you too can have a Mary Poppins! Ingredients needed: 1 cup of responsibility 3/4 cup each of love and care 2/3 cup intelligence 1/2 cup creativity Read more (…)
Last minute baby shower ideas
August 23, 2013Planning an end of summer baby shower & need some last minute ideas? Provide onesies for all attendees & encourage them to decorate. You can buy iron-on backed material at Joann Fabrics or some place like that then ask everyone to draw some shape, cut it out and have an ironing board set up to Read more (…)
To Swaddle, or Not To Swaddle
March 13, 2013With two new nieces, my mind has been completely taken over by all things BABY. One thing in particular that I have been obsessed with is swaddling. The twins were literally taken from the womb & placed immediately into a swaddle. This simple technique mastered by many hospitals to comfort a newborns is preached to Read more (…)
LLD Cycles for a Cure
January 17, 2013If you live in the Hamptons, chances are you have seen LLD’s clip about Cycle for Survival that began airing this month on the following days & times: Tuesday at 3pm Thursday at 10:30am Friday at 9pm Saturday at 2pm For those of you who don’t live in the Hampton’s, this video shows the connection between Read more (…)
Twas the Night Before Christmas Part 1
December 10, 2012When I got married Christmas Eve was celebrated with the in-laws. I would look forward to going to my mother in laws kitchen to see large spreads of delicious food awaiting me. She was a cook by profession. I was preparing food out of boxes at the time. This tradition continued for a few more Read more (…)
A Must See: Rockette’s 85th Anniversary Christmas Spectacular
December 6, 2012The Rockettes have always held a special spot in my heart. When I landed my first job out of college with the Radio City Rockettes I was over the moon. My job as coordinator was to manage a troupe of 200 women across the USA with their auditions/interviews, press appearances, shows, etc . Every year Read more (…)
Kidz Central Station
November 16, 2012Living in NYC is great because there are literally a thousands ways to enrich your lil’ darlings life. However, the downside to this is that busy parents don’t have the time to actually find, research, and compare the hundreds of class providers, classes, and scheduling options NYC has to offer for children. There are so Read more (…)
Grandma Barb’s Mouth Watering Carrot Cake
October 22, 2012As with my grandmother’s special recipes this one from my mother I hold closest to my heart. She introduced me to a carrot cake against my better teenage judgment and hooked me on it for the rest of my life. Coming from a family of three brothers, being the only daughter created a unique bond Read more (…)
Expecting Twins? What to read?
October 2, 2012Who has read “A Contented House with Twins?” A few of my mommy friends asked me what my sister is doing to prepare & asked about the books she is reading. I did some digging & found mixed reviews on this one. Now, I have babysat twins on numerous occasions, but I truly do not Read more (…)
A Doggy Delight
September 27, 2012We all know that lil’ darlings come in all different shapes, sizes, personalities, and…breeds. Yup, that’s right, four-legged friends hold a special place in LLD’s heart and we are determined to find you the best resources for all the lil’ darlings in your life! We were so excited to be able to go to a Read more (…)
Add a Twist to baby gift giving with Makaboo
September 25, 2012I was searching high & low for the perfect gift for my sister when I found out she was having twins. I wanted something unique that would make her life a little easier with two lil’babies to take care of. Then I came across the adorable & durable 3 Sprouts Storage bin. It is the perfect Read more (…)
Snowcial: Snowy, Special & well…Social
September 17, 2012Snowcial, a children’s book written by Chelsea Prince, another former LLD sitter doing great things, who puts a whole new spin on “social network” in her newly-released book, Snowcial: An Antarctic Social Network Story. Based on the real life adventures of a family vacationing on a cruise in Antarctica, the book explores how Rory and Read more (…)
5K Runs Offer Fitness and Fun for the Whole Family!
August 24, 2012It seems that every weekend there are 5K running races taking place all over Los Angeles. Some benefit charity, some boast beautiful scenery, others have costumes and themes. But no matter what the draw, these weekend runs are a great way for families to kick up their heels and sweat together. I’ve been training Read more (…)
Menus Made Easy – Finally!
August 23, 2012Guest post from Parent Maze If you’re anything like us, the takeout menus are right by the phone, you don’t have a lot of time to cook, and the thought of putting together a “menu” just doesn’t fit in your brain. Luckily for us all, there’s an app for that! There’s been a new trend Read more (…)
Thinking about Taking the Family to the Bay?
August 2, 2012I had the good fortune of spending the weekend at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort, an AAA four diamond resort in Cambridge Maryland. It boasts of picturesque landscapes and waterways, sunset cruises, luxurious accommodations, plenty of family fun activities and an acclaimed golf course with walking trails. What more can you ask for? How Read more (…)
Sanity in the City: End of the Summer Treat
July 31, 2012I can’t believe July just flew by and as always it is tough to say goodbye. It has been a joy and an honor to write for Lucky Lil’ Darlings Blog. My best tips for good-byes are preparation and to leave lasting memories. So as the summer comes to a close. I wanted to leave you with a treat Read more (…)
Happy Chaos Friday’s:Top 5 Bedtime Stories
July 27, 2012In our house we are firm believers in routines and our nighttime routine is one of my favorites that I do not like to break. We call it the “3 B’s”…BATH, BOTTLE, and BEDTIME STORY!!!! I started this routine with my daughter when she was very little and it has paid off for a very Read more (…)
I never liked germs…
July 26, 2012As a former 5th grade teacher I was constantly around sneezing & coughing kids. I never had something like CleanWell in my classroom…and I wish I did! How easy would it have been to give each of the kids a squirt of CleanWell’s Instant Foaming Hand Sanitizer after recess or have each student wipe down Read more (…)
Sane in the City: Keep Your Sanity with Kids in Tow!
July 25, 2012As August is around the bend, many families flee the city for the fresh country air or sandy beaches. It can be tough to stay in routine nor keep your little ones from going insane. Here are three tips to stay sane while you travel. 1. Don’t bring the kitchen sink: I know it’s Read more (…)
Happy Chaos Friday’s: West Side Green Baby Review
July 21, 2012Hello again everyone, it’s been quite a week. I took the plunge and decided to try out cloth diapers! I used a service called West Side Green Baby that allows you to try it out for the first week for free and then decide if it is for you or not. I think being able Read more (…)
Calling all lemonade lovers who want to give back!
July 20, 2012The Toy Industry Foundation (TIF) recently announced the launch of a new program that provides a fun and engaging way for kids, communities and companies to make a stand – a lemonade stand, that will help give the gift of play to disadvantaged children around the country. Now how can parents & kids get Read more (…)
Sane in the City: MORE Tips & Tricks to Keep Your Child Busy this Summer
July 18, 2012Last week, I had the pleasure of sharing some online sources with activities to keep you and your child connect with one another this summer. Today, I would like to share one word that would help you stay sane in this heat. The word is routine. I know it seems counter Read more (…)
Sane in the City: Tips & Tricks to Keep Your Child Busy
July 11, 2012If you missed the last few weeks posts from Renee, she is a Parent & Child Educator through and through (7+ years of education/family industry knowledge!) She becomes a sounding board for overwhelmed working parents to help guide them toward creative parenting solutions. Here are her tips to stay sane in the summer… The Read more (…)
Get Your Party on with party SWANK
July 6, 2012Meet Loretta Lester, Co-Founder of party SWANK, a full service event planning company. With a commitment to the client’s vision she creates events that show their personal edge of SWANK. They are dedicated to keeping IT fresh and passionate about introducing diverse and eclectic talent to their clients. With a keen eye Read more (…)
What’s a Pop-up Childcare Center?
July 5, 2012Imagine you are at a wedding, baby shower, blowout birthday party, corporate event or family reunion & there is an area that you can drop off your children when they get bored, fussy or just want to be engaged in something new? Yes I said…Drop. Them. Off. Enter LLD Kid’s Zone our version Read more (…)
It’s so HOT! Part 2: It’s like Walking over Hot Coals Out There
July 3, 2012If you missed last weeks post from Renee, she is a Parent & Child Educator through and through (7+ years of education/family industry knowledge!) She becomes a sounding board for overwhelmed working parents to help guide them toward creative parenting solutions. Here is her take 2 on what she has to say about getting creative Read more (…)
Borrow Baby Couture, The Savvy Solution to Lil’ Ones Fashion
June 29, 2012We love kid’s fashion and we know you moms do too! Who doesn’t love dressing up their lil’ ones in the most fabulous new frock from the best designers in town. But when your lil’ ones are growing so quickly and they only get to wear their special pieces once or twice, we know it Read more (…)
It’s so HOT! Part I: We’ve got Cabin Fever!
June 26, 2012I recently met Renee, who is a Parent & Child Educator through and through (7+ years of education/family industry knowledge!) She becomes a sounding board for overwhelmed working parents to help guide them toward creative parenting solutions. Here is what she has to say about getting creative in this heat… It’s so hot! Read more (…)
Sleepless Nights? Try PillowMob
June 22, 2012Up all night listening to your lil’ one yell “mommy! mommy!”? Exhausted & looking for a new savvy way to comfort your child when you can’t be right next to them? Try PillowMob. What is this creation? Basically it is a pillow with your face on it. So when your lil’ one finally goes down Read more (…)
go-to network for recent female grads
June 21, 2012I got a call a few weeks ago from a cheerful woman that works at Her Campus the #1 online community for college women. She just so happens to be BFF with a few of my NYC sitters. Her Campus…what a novel idea. Founded by three students while they were undergraduates at Harvard—Stephanie Read more (…)
5 Must Have Travel Tips
June 19, 2012I attended a travel centric event hosted by MomTrends last week & gathered some great packing tips for the ‘over packer’ & ‘under packer’ to become the ‘just-the-right packer’! Here are a few of my favorite tips from A-Dress the Issue owner Katrina: -make sure that everything you pack works well together and has multiple Read more (…)
Introducing Mama Bell Mondays!
June 18, 2012Anyone that knows my daughter knows she loves her family. And for being 483 miles away from home, I can honestly say I see her more than most of my mom friend’s daughters in the same state. I’ve been around LLD since the beginning & always told my daughter to let me know how I Read more (…)
Who you gonna call? HFC!
June 12, 2012We have exciting news for families traveling to the Hamptons this Summer! There is a new, elite, full service concierge service focused exclusively on families and children – Hamptons Family Concierge (HFC). They want to save you time and guesswork – by coordinating and scheduling all of your children’s activities and services. They guarantee the Read more (…)
3 Get Fit Tips for the Summer!
June 11, 2012Meet Aubrie Therrien a Personal Trainer and Health Coach based in NYC who works one-on-one with clients in their homes or home gym’s. She is a licensed exercise professional and holistic health counselor who is NCSF certified. Her specialties include Kettle Bell’s, Pre-Post Natal Training, Women’s Wellness and Nutrition, Weight Loss, TRX Strength Conditioning and Read more (…)
College graduates are out & on the prowl for work!
June 8, 2012By the reports on the news it does not look like an easy ride. Our words of wisdom for recent grads is to not get discouraged, but find things that you enjoy doing for the time being that pay the bills & just keep working hard. What is that one thing you love to do Read more (…)
Confessions of a Scary Mommy
June 7, 2012Looking for an honest & irreverent look at motherhood? My friend (who is not yet a mom) recommended that I read Confessions of a Scary Mommy. She said you will just smile & then laugh out loud when you read this stuff… And I did. I chatted it up with the author Jill Smokler and Read more (…)
Pet Hotel…yes it exists!
June 4, 2012We sat down with D Pet Hotel partner Kerry Brown to get the scoop on what they are developing in Chelsea… Okay pet care is becoming way cooler than childcare, what’s with the trend? Childcare and Pet care are actually really similar! Many people view their pups as an extension of their family or even Read more (…)
Get Carried Away by Mama-to-be & Chef Kate Homes!
May 31, 2012I met Kate recently at a local family event & I just loved her story. Here she is to share it with all of you… I started Carried Away Chefs as a personal chef service for busy moms and families after realizing that all my clients’ kitchens had child safety locks on the cabinets… we Read more (…)
5 Important Tips to know when searching for a Chicago Nanny Agency
May 29, 2012Meet Childcare Expert Erin Krex the President of First Class Care, Inc. which was selected as the 2010 APNA Agency of the Year! First Class Care places exceptional nannies, newborn care specialists, housekeepers, house managers, personal chefs & more throughout Illinois. Here is what Erin has to say when finding a nanny agency… When you Read more (…)
Fun in Chicago with Macaroni Kid
May 27, 2012By The Loop Publisher Mom Sara Youngblood, Macaroni Kid Chicago is such a kid-friendly town with all of the wonderful museums, parks, kids-eat-free restaurants and more! But it can also be overwhelming trying to figure out what is going on when. Luckily MacaroniKidChicago is here to help! Listing all of the family-friendly events and activities Read more (…)
Need a Nanny Referral?
May 24, 2012Need a nanny referral-come to us! Over the years we have had many families come to us looking for a trustworthy, loving nanny for their child (ren). As our service only provides on-demand, occasional & temporary sitters we knew we had to find a few hand-selected agencies to refer to our wonderful families. In comes Read more (…)
Turning Home-Made Pictures into Dolls?
May 21, 2012We came across Child’s Own Studio & thought what a cool idea. Making dolls out of home-made pictures. Now you can display your child’s art in a whole new form! We tracked down the founder Wendy Tsao & here is what she said… Tell us your story on how you started Child’s Own Studio? About Read more (…)
Check out BarkBox this weekend!
May 18, 2012“Earlier this week my furry, four-legged friend, Stella, was ‘lucky’ enough to receive a package in the mail from the good people at BarkBox. If you are looking for a great way to indulge your pet, or are looking for the perfect gift for a pet owner, BarkBox offers a monthly delivery of Read more (…)
Traveling to LA with baby? Call LA Bound Babies
May 17, 2012Working out your summer travel plans? On your way to LA? In need of a crib, stroller or car seat for your lil’ one? Don’t bother with the hassle of packing your equipment & those hefty shipping costs. LA Bound Babies is to the rescue. Our new friends & co-founders Francesca Pappagallo and Nicolle Endoso Read more (…)
Book Your Overnight Sitter-It’s Date Night!
April 24, 2012A few of my member moms reached out to me recently asking if I had any date night dinner recommendations & a savvy hotel to suit. Of course I do. What a great idea; a one night couple getaway only a mile or two away from home. No real travel required. Just take a cab Read more (…)
LLD Austin Enjoys Baby Loves Disco & Meets Sunshine Photographers!
April 23, 2012A few of our Austin Sitters kicked off Baby Loves Disco Austin last week. It was the perfect indoor activity on a rainy day. LLD Sitters Mandy & Kelly helped kids create family trees through coloring. Another vendor nearby left early, so LLD jumped in to make sure all the kids were covered at the Read more (…)
Meet VMV: They are Skingenious
April 19, 2012Here’s a social media success story. I have been looking for a boutique skincare brand to align with LLD. Low and behold I reach out to a mother of two on Twitter, her posts are always chipper, hilarious and their brand focus surrounds the family. Love it. After a month of learning about their products Read more (…)
Your Family Plan for Earth Day!
April 17, 2012Earth day is this Sunday! What does your family have planned? NYC: City Tree House will be hosting a ‘Recycled Art’ class on Sunday, April 22nd from 11am-1pm where they create rocket ships, using recycled materials and paper mache techniques. Read more about their events here Austin, TX: check out the Austin Earth Day Festival Read more (…)
Celebrate Spa Week!
April 16, 2012It’s Spa Week! Live a Healthier, Happier, Better Life! I kicked off my celebration last week with a facial at VMV Hypoallergenics. Their shop makes you feel like you are beachside in the Hamptons. Check out their unique brand of hypoallergenic skincare, cosmeceuticals and make-up for women, men and children. It’s worth it, I promise! Read more (…)
LLD Rocks Out with Shira from Shira & Friends!
April 10, 2012Meet our friend, Shira Kobren, a New York based ”kindie rocker” and educator who performs with her rockin’ family friendly band Shira & Friends. Shira Friends’ debut EP, “When You’re A Kid” will be released this June. As an early childhood music educator and “kindie rocker,” Shira considers herself to have one of the best jobs in the world. Not only does her job Read more (…)
Proud Partners with Baby Loves Disco
April 9, 2012Lucky Lil’ Darlings is a proud partner of Baby Loves Disco, the most hip, child-friendly party around. From the dancing and crafts, to the great music and new friends you meet, it really is the best weekend activity. We know parents are always looking for something new and fun to do with the kids, and Read more (…)
Bedtime Routine Tips from the Experts!
January 10, 2012Big City Moms always supporting LLD, invited us to their Sleep Experts Lunch to speak about the importance of communicating bedtime routines to your sitter. Here are a few important tips! 1. Give your sitter a tour of your home. Show your sitter the kids rooms, point out dangerous areas you want the kids to Read more (…)
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