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Lil Loves of Our Lives: Peter Hartlaub of The Poop
As part of our Valentine's Day coverage, we've asked fellow mom (and dad) bloggers and writers to share their thoughts on parenthood and the lil loves of their lives — their children — with us.
You may remember the witty Peter Hartlaub, founder of The Poop and San Francisco Chronicle Pop Culture Critic from last year. This year he returns to offer up more thoughts fatherhood.
9 Valentine's Day Treats For Kids
Nothing says I love you like homemade treats, but most mothers don't have time to make decadent desserts. Save yourself an expensive trip to the bakery or hours spent in front of the oven by dressing up simple kid favorites — brownie bites and pudding. These simple no-bake (unless you want to) and no fuss Valentine's Day desserts are perfect for school parties, playdates or a family Valentine's Day fete and offer an inexpensive, semi-homemade alternative to candies or store-bought goodies.
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Happy Valentine's Day! Enjoy the holiday of hearts with your friends and family!
12 Last Minute Valentine's Day Suggestions For Your Family
Valentine's Day is hours away and if you're anything like me, you're still scrambling to put together a simple, but sweet declaration of adoration to the lil loves of your life — your children. I've put together a collection of suggestions and ideas to help inspire a celebration of love that will keep the whole family smiling.
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Lil Loves of Our Lives: Rebecca Woolf from Momversation
As part of our Valentine's Day coverage, we've asked fellow mom (and dad) bloggers and writers to share their thoughts on parenthood and the lil loves of their lives — their children — with us.
Today's mama is Rebecca Woolf of Momversation, Girls Gone Child, and Straight From the Bottle. She's also mom to Archer Sage, 3, and Fable Luella, 4 months.
Trendtotting: Valentine's Day Look For Infants
There's nothing sweeter than an infant all wrapped up in a warm onesie, except maybe a baby wearing his heart on his chest. If you're looking for a festive (and photo-worthy) Valentine's Day ensemble for your infant consider a tee, bib or inexpensive minor item that will spread the love without breaking the bank. This Little Heartbreaker bodysuit ($7.50) is a precious unisex option that is appropriate for wear beyond Feb.
Lil Tip: Simple Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day
Kids don't expect a dozen roses and an enormous box of chocolates for Valentine's Day, but they do appreciate even the smallest of festive gestures. So put a little extra heart into the upcoming holiday with one of these simple goodies.
- Keep their homework tidy and together with a homemade heart paper clip.
- Pour pancakes on the griddle or scrambled eggs into a skillet using a heart cookie cutter.
- Tuck a handmade Valentine in your child's lunch box for a mid-day surprise.
- For a fancy ice cream sandwich, press strawberry ice cream between two store bought Valentine cookies or make a homemade version.
- Make spaghetti and meatballs memorable, by scooping and serving the long noodles in a nested heart shape.
- Toss some festive bubble confetti in their bath water.
Bite of Love: Macaroon'ed by Love Brownie Cupcakes
Looking to dress up your simple kid-friendly Valentine's Day dessert? Much to my children's pleasure I've been testing out a variety of tiny brownie bite "cupcakes" and pudding treats for a preschool party and our family celebration of love.
While most of the treats air on the simple side, I decided to dress up the beautiful, but plain Pretty-in-Pink cupcakes with tiny macaroons from the French bakery around the corner from our house.
Lil Loves of Our Lives: Zoe Singer of Fit Pregnancy
As part of our Valentine's Day coverage, we've asked fellow mom bloggers and writers to share their thoughts on motherhood and the lil loves of their lives — their children — with us.
Today's mama is Fit Pregnancy's Mom Appetit blogger, Zoe Singer who has 9-month-old son, Leo.
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Sweet and Healthy Homemade Valentine's Day Treats For Tots
Stop the press and pick up the Conversation Hearts! According to parenting expert and Montessori school director, Lonna Corder, Valentine's Day is the new Halloween. Your children will be celebrating the day of love at school this week, but the actual holiday falls on Saturday so be prepared.
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