Embedded video from CNN VideoA 23-month-old doesn't come to mind when one conjures up the image of a pool shark, but it should. Keith O'Dell, 23 months old, keeps his eye on the eight ball and can't stand to scratch! The tot who is likely still in diapers spends two to three hours a day angling his stick around his mini felt table perfecting shots. His parents say they aren't pushing their son, Read more

Birthdays are a big deal for the toddler and preschool set. When planning a party for your wee one get creative and involve them in the process. Whether your child likes solving small mysteries or expressing themselves on canvas, we've got a couple of themes and handful of tips that help you throw a most memorable bash! Kiddie Soiree: Jackson Pollack Birthday Party Five Tips For Planning a Read more

If you're having a lazy day, don't rely on the boob tube to entertain your tots. Instead turn to an energy exhausting activity to calm hyper kids. The other day, my lil darlings danced their hearts out for an hour during an impromptu game of freeze dance. At five and two, they haven't perfected the freezing part, but were more than thrilled to attempt to stand still when the music stopped. Read more

Vans are my son's shoe of choice — he slides them on and is on his way. But, the stylish slip-ons popular with aspiring wee skaters aren't appropriate for certain occasions. For fancy affairs, I invested in a pair of shiny black Kenneth Cole lace-ups, but because weddings, holidays and funerals are so few and far between, he outgrows them quickly. Then I came across a more casual shoe that Read more

Two years ago today, I gave birth to my son. While he's definitely given me a run for my money, I am thrilled for this milestone for many reasons and don't believe for a second that the twos are terrible. We bid his crib goodbye and he's settled in his big boy bed. When he wakes up in the morning, he plays with his toys and lets us rest a bit longer. He's a mover and a shaker so we don't Read more

Remember that concert T-shirt you wore like a second skin? Now your tot can help you reminisce with Trunk Ltd's line of authentic concert tees ($44 and up) featuring some of the most popular concert tours of all time. Bon Jovi or Aerosmith's 1984 world tour anyone? Whether your babe is the ultimate groupie or has a newfound love of the playlist on your iPod, these worn-in luxury shirts will Read more