5diet mistakes - South Jersey MOM

Transcription

JAN/FEB
5Big
DIET MISTAKES
2016
www.southjerseymom.com
Fantastic
Family
Getaway
for the New Year
Is
Social
Media
Impacting
your Child's
Self-Esteem?
Riviera Maya,
Mexico
CAMP &
N
EDUCATIO
S
EXstPoO
n
w Mall
Moore
Jan 16th
ll
Deptford Ma
Jan 17th
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
u
u
u
Researching Summer Camps
Tips for Procrastinating Kids
Academic Struggles? What's next...
Cool Ideas for Cold Days—Indoor Fun Special Section
2 | January/February 2016
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016
Contents
mom 2 mom
6The Love Starts with Yourself
8My Child is Struggling in School: What Do I Do Next?
moms R women 2
12 The Diet Mistake
Most Women Make
know 2 grow
20 Common Culprits
of Sneaky Sugar
also in this issue
5 Some of My Faves
10 Social Media &
Self-ESteem
features
16
Barcelo Occidental
Grand Xcaret
10 Ask the Doc
22 Recipe Corner
29 Buying Guide
30 Things to Do
14 A Sweet New Way
to Learn About
Elections
18 Winter Indoor Fun
19 7 Tips for Procrastinating Kids
24 Summer Camp Guide
January/February 2016 | 3
South Jersey
MOM
January/February 2016
CEO/Publisher
Christopher Ognibene • (609) 670-1794
[email protected]
Y
ep, this IS KIDFUN. Have you
ever tried to teach very young
children to break words into syllables. It’s really all about rhythm. Teach
your children to speak chop-py. Try the
word “rab-bit.” Then ask them to count
the syllables with you. Say “rabbit,”
slowly — Rab-bit! 2! Then try “pho-tograph.” You may need to use fingers for
counting. (I know what a terrible thing
to suggest!) It’s really fun, though, and
quite impressive. Okay, how many syllables in hip-po-po-ta-mus? Kids can do it,
especially when you make it a KIDFUN
game!
Your child will feel brilliant! Try it in
the car — while waiting for a doctor, at
a restaurant. Challenge each other, too!
Production Manager
Lisa Celfo
[email protected]
Editorial Interns
Jenna Burke and Jenna Mackiewicz
Baby Names 2016:
This year’s trend is literary inspired
Ryker
Owen
Julian
James
Isaac
Josiah
Sawyer
Zachary
Soren
Bodhi
AxelAlexander
Jacob
Grayson
Luke
Lachlan
Archer
Emmett
Luca
Lucas
Everett
Beau
Jayden
Ryder
Ronan
Samuel
Harrison
Daniel
Hudson
Roman
Noah
Callum
Charles
Arthur
Gabriel
Dashiell
Maxwell
Jonah
Graham
Charlie
Hugo
Rowan
John
Lincoln
Jackson
Xavier
Knox
Matthew
Weston
August
Griffin
Rhys
Nathaniel
Zane
Simon
Logan
Tobias
George
Nolan
Wesley
Nicholas
Aryan
Maddox
Elliot
Nathan
David
Bennett
Marketing & Business Development Specialist
Michelle Scianni • (856) 986-9606
[email protected]
For General Advertising Inquiries
Marissa Josephick • (856) 537-7089
[email protected]
Not only a South Jersey Mom, Sharla Feldscheris a proud South Jersey Grandmom (Grammy, as she prefers to becalled). The author of
six books on creative ideas to do with young children, including two KIDFUN Activity Books published by HarperCollins, she has a blog
at www.kidfunandmore.com with more easy-to-do KIDFUN ideas. Sharla has her own public relations business in Philadelphia. A real
kid-believer, she began her career as the first PR Director of the Please Touch Museum and started her own business with Sesame Place
as her first account, representing the park for 26 years.
Boys
Atticus
Asher
Ezra
Silas
Declan
Wyatt
Oliver
Henry
Milo
Jude
Levi
Jasper
Leo
Kai
Jack
Finn
Theodore
Sebastian
Miles
Liam
Austin
Eli
Beckett
Felix
Caleb
William
Ethan
Theo
Benjamin
Andrew
Oscar
Elijah
Thomas
Executive Editor
Karen Ognibene • (609) 230-6280
[email protected]
Girls
Charlotte
Amelia
Olivia
Isla
Ava
Violet
Cora
Eleanor
Lucy
Penelope
Evelyn
Adeline
Hazel
Imogen
Aurora
Alice
Claire
Adelaide
Elizabeth
Arabella
Khaleesi
Scarlett
Emma
Rose
Evangeline
Genevieve
Ivy
Lila
Nora
Beatrice
Quinn
Caroline
Eloise
Contributing Writers
Jenna Burke, Matthew Brenner, Lisa Ann Panzino
DiNunzio, Brie Latini, Sharla Feldscher, Dolores Hoffman,
Jenna Machiewicz, Jess Michaels, Patricia Mooneyham,
Tara Pyfrin, Michele Ranard and Erin Taylor
Special Thanks
Occidental Grand Xcaret
Barcelo Hotels & Resorts
The Artemis Center for Guidance
www.proventricks.com
Harlow
Grace
Luna
Esme
Matilda
Aria
Aurelia
Mia
Ella
Clara
Everly
Iris
Anna
Mae
Mila
Thea
Maeve
Isabella
Maya
Ellie
Seraphina
Poppy
Harper
Clementine
Emily
Sophia
Josephine
Ruby
Jane
Isabel
Wren
Chloe
Elodie
Hadley
Willa
Nova
Audrey
Julia
Stella
Eden
Eliza
Juliet
Hannah
Cordelia
Sienna
Lydia
Olive
Piper
Evie
Lily
Sloane
Sadie
Willow
Margaret
Emmeline
Annabelle
Lola
Madeline
Ada
Gemma
Eliana
Daisy
Zoe
Emilia
Florence
Abigail
Mabel
Submit Calendar Listing
[email protected]
Created by Markations
Adam Nichols • (215) 825-7499
Superior Graphics Print Management LLC publishes
South Jersey MOM™ monthly and distributes it
throughout the region. The publication is available
free of charge at select locations.
All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or
in part is not permitted without the
authorization of the publisher.
Superior Graphics Print Management, LLC
Publisher of South Jersey MOM
P.O. BOX 268 • Wenonah, NJ 08090
Main: (609) 670-1794
Fax: (856) 210-1524
All materials and services provided in this magazine
are for informational or educational purposes only
Every issue South Jersey MOM features a
local child on the cover. If you think you have the
“Cutest Kid in Town”, send a 4x6 photo to South
Jersey MOM. P.O. Box 268, Wenonah, NJ 08090.
On back of photo write child’s name and age
along with guardian contact info.
a letter from the EDITOR
T
here’s nothing more gratifying as an
editor than having readers thank us
for publishing a story that touched
their life in one way or another.
Sometimes it’s our Ask The Doc
(page 10) that inspired them to make health
changes to be the best mom they can be. Or our
health articles for the entire family, this month
we have the kick-start plan to healthy eating
habits “The Diet Mistakes Most Women Make”
(page 12). Most diets don’t work, at least not in
the long term. When life is crazy busy skipping
a meal or eating on the go seems like a good
idea in the moment, but typically convenience
foods don’t keep you feeling full for long. I have
allergies and stopping for convenience food can
be more trouble than it’s worth in the long run.
So leaving for work, I have a full lunch bag
with 1 to 2 meals (depending on my schedule
for the day), snack and water. My colleagues
poke fun at how organized I am, yes, I am pretty
organized, but it’s more about feeling like crap if
I eat an allergen on the go. Looking at the bright
side of having an allergy, it’s definitely forced
me to eat better. My go to food is soup and every
week I make a beef or chicken base veggie soup
(see our recipes on page 22). That way I have
something easy and healthy to reach for on the
go. For some reason, when hunger has crept up
on me and I hit the hunger wall I am unable to
make a logical decision and instead will eat a
bag of chips or box of crackers. Yes, I’m an all
or nothing gal and can easily go through a box
of gluten free Blue Diamond Nut Chips or Pop
Chips. In my defense, there is less in the gluten
free package, but still it’s the portion for three
or more. With busy lives, we like to get away
throughout the year to reconnect as a family
and decompress from life. This past November,
my family traveled to Occidental Grand Xcaret
(page 16) that was recently acquired by Barceló
Hotel and Resorts. The hotel has undergone the
Barceló transformation to make it the ultimate
getaway at an all-inclusive family destination. I
must say it really is the perfect family destination
for a relaxing week of fun in the sun. If you’re
like me and you work full-time and you need to
think ahead about what your kids will be doing
this summer, How To Find The Right Camp For
Your Child (page 24) will give you the head start
to begin planning.✲
Your friend & fellow MOM,
Karen Ognibene
[email protected]
some of my
faves
silk'n pedi
The Silk’n Pedi is your at-home beauty secret to having smooth, touchable feet right at
your fingertips. Callused skin is uncomfortable and unpleasant, and pedicures can add
up in time and money. Some users may be
uncomfortable having others touch their feet
and find getting pedicures painful or ticklish.
Now you can wear those high heels and
strap on your running shoes without
worrying about hard skin build
up! This product is worth
the small investment!
Silkn.com; $29
your special day mini calendar
charm bracelet
Have this mini calendar charm personalized
for a date that is special to you. Be it your
child’s birthday or a wedding anniversary,
this beautiful bracelet is completely customizable. Made of lead free,
recycled pewter this is
a great gift to give or
to by for yourself!
Notjustanyoldday.
com; $50
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for great South Jersey MOM giveaways!
reallycolor photo card
Clean Up Your Passwords for The New Year
A password manager is your key to greater
online safety and security. People who don’t
use a password manager sometimes misunderstand what it does. It creates unique passwords for all the online accounts you use, it
remembers those passwords for you, and it
types them for you in a secure way.
So find a password manager you like and try
it out for an hour. As you sign into various
online accounts, everything from Facebook
to your bank account, the password manager will start to collect your logins and passwww.southjerseymom.com
words, and analyze whether they’re strong,
weak, reused, or old. Pretty soon, the app will
help you identify passwords that you need to
change—and you should do just that.
LastPass 3.0, free
Logmeonce, free
Authentic8 Silo, $10
Sticky Pasword Premium, $20
Dashlane 3, $40
Turn your home photos into coloring pages
for your little one! Upload photos of the
family pet or a birthday party, your child
will be amazed to color an original photo of
something they love. One photo dollar credit
= one coloring page and you can print it out
again and again. reallycolor.com; $4 for 10
photo credits
mom 2 mom
True Love Starts With Yourself
M
any may have heard the expression to truly love someone else we need to love ourselves first. While we
think we are showing love all the time with doing and
being everything to everyone we think is important to us, we are
very often not loving or “filling the emotional tank” for ourselves. I
recently did a book club gathering of the “Five Love Languages” and
although the original concept was for married couples if you check out
the book on Amazon you can see the additional titles that have come as
an extension of the concept. We all have a love language and what fills
our tanks is as different as we are. So this Valentine’s day in an effort
to challenge women to be open to receiving the love that they deserve
I want to recommend a few things to help in the self-love department.
♥
♥
♥
Ask for what will really make you happy. Whether it is affection,
attention, help with the laundry, flowers once a week or to be told
you are beautiful make it easy for those you love to love you back
and give you what you need. Tell them. Don’t demand or nag, just
communicate your needs.
Schedule a date night even if it is with yourself. It can be a night
with your significant other or with your BFF but make it a priority.
Just like a dentist appointment for your kids would be. Try to make
this at the very minimum a monthly ritual.
I am not saying we all aren’t beautiful the way we are, but it is fun
to have someone do your make up and I like Nordstrom because it
reminds me of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman.
♥
Light some candles, buy a bath fizzy and soak in the tub. Hire
a babysitter if you have to but nothing feels like you are loving
yourself than to indulge in a little “Calgon Take Me Away” therapy.
Make it special and don’t forget to moisturize when you get out of
the tub!
♥
Pick something new for your health and do it. Positive focus on
an area in our lives creates more positive energy in that area. What
better place to create that than our health. So whether it is to drink
more water, take a multi vitamin or a yoga class do something for
you in this area. It is a great example for your kids and it is good for
you which makes it a win-win.
These are not huge things to incorporate in your life. There are minimal costs involved but the return on the investment in yourself will
yield a windfall in return. Once your tank is filled, you will have even
more love to give those you love the most!✲
Patricia Mooneyham coaches and educates women on personal confidence,
wellness and empowerment. You can find other helpful information at her website
www.patriciamooneyham.com.
Find a Nordstrom and let one of the make-up artists do your
make up. It is usually free if you are asking about the product line.
Feel Strong, Healthy
and Energized in 2016
Begin a fitness routine to get your year off to a healthy start.
We offer everything you need to make 2016 your healthiest
year yet. Contact a location near you to learn more.
Voorhees
The William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness
2309 Evesham Rd. • 856-325-5300
Sewell
The Center for HealthFitness – Washington Township
239 Hurffville Crosskeys Rd., Ste. 100 • 856-341-8111
Moorestown
The Center for HealthFitness – Moorestown
401 Young Ave. • 856-291-8800
join now
Free Enrollment
Save up to $200! Expires 1/31/2016. Monthly dues apply.
Not valid with any other offer. Mention this mailer to redeem.
My Child Is Struggling In School:
What Do I Do Next?
By Tara Twente Pyfrin, M. Ed.
T
he school year is upon us - routines,
schedules and homework fill the homes
of families throughout the United
States. Parents are watching their children
flourish academically, socially and emotionally throughout the past few months. However,
not all parents experience this jubilation. Over
60% of children K-12 struggle in at least one
subject area every year. This struggle can be
daunting on families. There are many emotions and questions that come to mind but the
number one question usually is “What do I do
next?”
If your child is struggling in school the
first step is to stay calm. Understand this is
not your fault. Yes, you did everything correct – sent them to preschool, read to your
child, played games as well as attending the
endless number of overpaid baby music and
gym classes. In fact, the struggle is tougher
on your child. Every child wants to succeed
just like adults and when they notice they do
not compare to others it can cause anxiety and
withdrawal.
Communication
Communication is key to success. Be sure you
are communicating with your child’s teacher on
a consistent basis. Ask questions in regards to
where your child is having difficulty and how
you can assist your child. Teachers are always
willing to show parents how to help their child
and give them resources to complement their
according to the school setting. Basic Skills,
Targeted Assistance and Response to Intervention are some of the titles that are given to these
programs. These programs are not classifying
your child. These programs are state funded
and are available to your child for free. Sometimes the additional resources, which are given
to your child, may include a pullout or push-in
instruction with an additional educator. The educator could provide assistance with the given
work in the classroom or scaffold instruction
to meet the needs of your child. Schools will
keep data on your child’s progress or regression and should provide you with a type of
progress report.
strengths and assists with their weaknesses. It
is important to also ask the correct questions
when communicating with your child’s teacher. Be clear and honest. If your are witnessing
the same problems with your child at home
communicate this to your child’s teacher. The
more documentation you both have the quicker
it will be identify the problem.
Tutoring
If after a couple of weeks you find your child
do still not understand concepts tutoring maybe an option. Be careful when selecting a tutor.
You want to be certain the tutor has the qualifications and expertise in a subject area as well
as experience to work with your child. There
are many options for tutors however; it can
be expensive. Sometimes your child’s school
may have a list of tutors who are certified to
help. If you choose a private tutor be sure to
interview them. Make sure they are reliable.
Ask about their initial evaluation process and
the cost involved. Sometimes the initial consultation and evaluation can be in addition to
the quoted price. Most tutors are paid by the
hour. The hours should be discussed during the
interview as well what types of manipulative
and resources maybe used during the sessions
to reach your child’s learning needs.
School Support
Every school has a program that helps students
who struggle academically, socially or emotionally. The programs maybe titled differently
Classification
If after all resources have been exhausted you
or your child’s school may ask to have your
child be evaluated by the Special Education
team. A letter will be sent to ask your permission for evaluations. It is your decision to proceed with the evaluation or not. You as a parent also have the right to request for your child
at any time during the school year regardless
of the situation to have your child evaluated.
The Child Study Team has thirty days to begin
the meeting process. The initial meeting is to
determine which assessments will be given and
who will be implementing the assessments.
You will receive a written formal documentation from each person who assesses your child
identifying specific areas. Recommendations
will also be made to assist the parent, teacher
and child. After all assessments are completed a formal meeting will occur to establish if
your child is eligible for an Individual Education Plan (IEP). This plan is used to assist your
child to meeting their levels as well as academic standards.
In conclusion, remember we have all struggled
at one time or another in our life academically, socially or emotionally. It is important as a
parent you stay calm and strong throughout the
process. You are your child’s number one advocate therefore educate yourself on your options and resources available for your child. In
the end, this is not about you but giving every
opportunity you can for your child to succeed
and feel confident in themselves and their work
to be successful in the future.✲
Tara Twente Pyfrin M.ED, MA is a Reading Specialist,
Adjunct Professor and Doctorate Student who resides
in Hammonton with her husband and two children
Connor and Andrew. You can follow Tara on her blog
taratwentepyfrin.com.
A FAMILY DENTIST WHO ESPECIALLY ENJOYS TREATING
CHILDREN AND SPECIAL NEEDS PATIENTS OF ALL AGES
Smile
EVERY
Is WORTH It
•
•
•
•
•
Hospital Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Special Needs Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Crowns and Bridges
•
•
•
•
•
Mouth-Guards
Nutrition Counseling
Root Canal Therapy
Sealants
Teeth Cleanings
Remember, in contact sports it’s really
important that the sports players wear mouth
guards to protect their teeth from injury
CORRIE J. CROWE, DDS
GENERAL DENTISTRY
856.258.4025
www.drcrowedentistry.com
1000 White Horse Rd, Suite 916
Voorhees, NJ 08043
• Medical Grade Facials
• Peels
• Skin Care Consultations & Regimens
• Laser Hair Removal
• IPL Treatments
• Cosmetic Tattooing (eyeliner,
eyebrows, lips, nipple/areola
complex)
• ZO SkinHealth products
• NeoCutis products
Call for a consultation
856.362.8898
2950 College Dr #2h
Vineland, NJ 08360
www.americansurgicalarts.com
Social Media and
Self-Esteem
K
ids these days, just like adults, are drawn to social media like a
moth to a flame; like it or not, social media is here to stay. But for
all its benefits, there are also drawbacks. So how can we protect
our children’s developing self-esteem in their increasingly online lives?
You may have heard of FOMO - Fear Of Missing Out. At a time
when our kids are trying to figure out just who they are and how they fit
into this world, they are especially vulnerable to FOMO. It can hurt when
they see their friends’ pictures posted on social media from a party or
event that they were not invited to. Can you remember a time when you
experienced FOMO upon seeing something on social media to which you
were not invited? It hurts, doesn’t it?
Kids are no different. From an early age, it is vital to keep the lines of
communication open, nourish their self-esteem by giving them freedom
to express themselves, to truly see and honor who they are, and support
them in discovering their natural talents and then finding ways for them
Ask the Doc
Winter Blues
Q: Every Fall or early winter, I start to feel “down” or sad
and I can’t seem to shake this feeling until Spring. What could
be causing this feeling and is there anything I can do about it?
A:
Many people each year notice that as the daylight gets
shorter and the weather gets colder, typically starting in early
Fall, their mood may start to change. They may start to feel
more “down”, tired, and irritable. While we may all experience
low mood or lack of energy from time to time in the winter, for
many this could be a sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder, often
times called the “Winter Blues.”
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a subtype of Major
Depression that comes and goes with the seasons, most commonly in the winter months when there is less daylight and the
temperature drops. Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder
include:
• Irritability
to use them in the world. Like
all of us, children need to feel
valuable and needed. These are
Erin Taylor, MA
the best practices we can employ to protect them from the
many ways that social media can damage their developing self-esteem. .✲
Erin Taylor, MA is a wife, therapist, parent coach, mom to four children ages 7, 9
and 12 and author of Connection and Kindness: The Key to Changing the World
Through Parenting. Her oldest daughter died of a heart defect as a baby. Building
Connected Communities is a source of inspiration for her work. You can reach
her at [email protected].
The Artemis Center for Guidance, LLC
342 Egg Harbor Road Sewell, NJ 08080
389 Harding Highway Elmer, NJ 08318
856-589-3420
www.artemisguidance.com
• Low energy or excessive tiredness
• Increase in appetite
• Weight Gain
• Depressed mood for most of the day
• Diminished interest or pleasure in almost all activities
for most of the day
If you notice that you are experiencing several of the above
symptoms for most of the day, almost every day, please talk
with your doctor or healthcare professional. Seasonal Affective Disorder affects many people, up to 5% of the population. Know that you are not alone. There are various different
treatments that can help with SAD, including: light therapy,
medication, exercise, healthy eating, and talk therapy. Talking
with a healthcare professional can help you figure which is the
best treatment(s) right for you.
Celebrate your Child’s
Birthday or Special Event...
With a
water playground
and aquatic center
birthday party with
numerous amenities
Our 2-hour party packages
include everything, we
even set up and clean up...
no hassle to you!
We have 3 party rooms to
choose from. Party leaders
will guide the party,
leading the activity and
assisting in serving pizza,
drinks, and cake.
Bring in this ad for a FREE THIRTY PASS, valid for thirty
days of free land/water group exercise classes with the
purchase of any new or renewal membership.
One Free Thirty Pass per person per calendar year. Offer Expires April 30, 2016
To book a party call 856-251-0990 x106, or check
out www.RiverWinds.org for more details!
1000 RiverWinds Drive • West Deptford, NJ 08086
Follow us on Twitter @Riverwinds • LIKE us on Facebook!
Whether it’s just a haircut
or for a special occasion
we stay up to date with
what’s age appropriate for
our clients!
We have been providing
hair services for almost 25
years!
Echo Shoppes
300 White Horse Road
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Hours:
Monday—Friday 10-6
Saturday 9-4
$2 OFF
YOUR NEXT VISIT
Valid Monday-Thursday
Appointments Recommended~Walk-In’s Welcome
856-770-9292 • www.KidsKutsVoorhees.net
Follow us on Facebook: Kids Kuts Voorhees
moms r women 2
The Diet Mistake
Most Women Make
By Dolores Hoffman
With all the diets on the market and web, it’s easy to become confused on
which one is right for you. The truth is most diets don’t keep our interest,
partly because they are just too difficult to accomplish for more than a few
weeks. Here is a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to diets.
Don’t Diet
Although we’ve been programmed to believe diets are the only way to lose
weight and become healthy, studies have shown most of us, once off the diet,
gain our weight back.
Eat healthier, move more
There is no magic pill or fast track to losing weight. The best way to lose
weight is to burn more calories than you consume by making healthy eating choices and exercising daily and remember to leave those leftovers at the
restaurant when dining out. Otherwise you’re splurging twice.
Call it a lifestyle
Own it, live it and customize your way of eating healthy and staying active.
Preparing food ahead of time might work for some while others may thrive on
the thrill of choosing a healthy choice in a pinch. Each one of us has our own
way of controlling our eating habits.
Hide the scale
Most people have divided opinions on this one. My experience has been when
I get on the scale too much, it controls the way I feel and leads me down an
obsessive path. For the past ten years, I have learned to take a hint from my
clothes, meaning, if my clothes start to feel snug, I adjust my eating habits and
move more. One more tip, always wear fitted pants instead of elastic waist
pants. This helps to keep you in check without being fixated on the scale.
Think inside not outside
When eating think of what it will do to your heart, liver and internal organs,
not your hips and thighs. Continuing to have this mindset will ensure you’ll
make the right decisions 90% of the time. It’s fun to splurge now and then
but by consistently being mindful of your body’s inside, you’ll soon recognize
what’s healthy and what is not. For example, take some icing from a cupcake
or dessert, rub it on your fingers and then run it under warm water. You’ll see
that it sticks to your fingers and coats it with a greasy film. Just think what it
does to your arteries.
So remember, ban the word diet from your vocabulary, start with little changes
and you’ll be on your way to a healthier you, just give it time.✲
A
Fall 2015
Big
Inspira Medical Center Woodbury
has earned an A for Hospital Safety.
Commitment
to Your Safety
HOSPITAL
SAFETY
SCORE
This A symbolizes our unwavering commitment
to you–our neighbors, friends and loved ones. We
are proud to have earned an A and honored to be
entrusted with your care.
®
www.InspiraHealthNetwork.org
St. Andrew’s Nursery
School & Kindergarten
Voted Best of
South Jersey
REGISTRATION OPEN
FOR FALL 2016
www.staNurserySchool.com
Route 70 – Cherry Hill (next to Ponzio’s Diner)
856-429-4470
The St. Andrew’s Nursery School & Kindergarten admits students of any race, color, national origin and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges,
programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational or admission policies or in any school administered programs.
• Full day or half day
• Degreed teachers
• Limited class sizes
• Security system
and cameras
• Academically oriented
programs
• Fenced playground
• Computer room
• Sibling discount
• HATCH Interactive
Smart board
2,3,4, or 5 Day Schedule
Open Mon.-Fri. 7am–6pm
CONVENIENT LOCATIONS:
1600 Chapel Ave W., Suite 200
Cherry Hill, NJ
856.438.5321
(Ages infants to kindergarten)
315 Fries Mill Road
Sewell, NJ
856.582.1144
(Ages infants to kindergarten)
www.bbanj.net
A Sweet
New Way to
Learn About
Elections
Friends School, Mullica Hill
Holds Ice Cream Election
By Brie Latini
T
his past November, as the country was
involved in the ushering in of new
government officials on Election Day,
Friends School at Mullica Hill hosted their
own mock election. Not the typical partisan
battle, this election was something of a sweet
treat for all involved.
Led by teacher Kathy Saia and her second grade class, students, teachers and parents
were invited to vote in a heated, competitive
race. This race didn’t involve any party systems or debates but, instead, determined the
best flavor of ice cream.
Teacher Kathy is a passionate advocate
for the vital importance of voting, and feels
that you can evoke that same passion in our
young learners. Wanting to give her students
an early taste for voting, but not wanting to pit
them against each other in a personal election,
she came up with the idea to use ice cream.
Under her guidance, the kids launched a
full-on election. There was an ice-cream tasting to determine suitable candidates. There
were campaign posters created, speeches given
by each student, including Noah, age 7, who
wrote “eight different sentences” about his
frozen candidate and included a celebrity endorsement. Eligible voters included the student
body of FSMH, as well as their families, who
were considered “celebrity voters.” Each voter
was required to fill out a form to register, and
each registration was vetted by the members
of Teacher Kathy’s class. Lainey, age 7, noted
that they kept careful record “of who already
voted so they don’t come back again to vote.
That’s cheating.”
On Election Day, voters gathered at the
second grade classroom to cast their vote for
their favorite ice-cream candidate. Voters were
greeted at the door and directed to the prop14 | January/February 2016
er areas based on registration status (having
not previously registered, I was sent to a table
captained by a sweet young lady who carefully
took my information). Given a ballot, voters
were directed to a private booth to cast their
choice for favorite ice cream.
The fruit of all of this labor was found in
speaking with the kids, who showed an amazing understanding of how an election works
and how very important it is to exercise the
right to vote. Emma, age 7, shared that she
learned “that women didn’t always have the
right to vote.” When I asked her if she thought
it was important for women to vote, she replied
“It’s important for everyone to vote.” There,
proof that Teacher Kathy has instilled the importance of voting in these youngsters (and,
perhaps, proof that young Emma could have a
career as a public servant someday!)
Head of School, Beth Reaves, noted that
“the Ice Cream Election is a great way for our
students to learn about elections in the United
States. Students are able to take part in a fun
election while actually experiencing the voting
process. They see how important each person’s vote is - a great lesson on the civic duty
we all have.”
Sixth grade student Braeden echoed that
sentiment. “It’s good to vote, because if you
don’t vote, what’s the point? If not enough
people vote, it won’t reflect a true outcome.”
Braeden also mentioned that his Ice Cream
election experience would be something he
would look back on when he is of age to vote
in the elections of our state and country.
Teacher Kathy and her second grade class
executed an election project that could be a
model for schools all over the country, as well
as a model of participation as an American. The
right to vote is a privilege of our democracy,
and instilling the excitement and importance of
voting in our youth is vital. I wholeheartedly
thank the second graders of Friends School for
inviting me to participate!✲
You can learn more about Friends School Mullica Hill by visiting www.friendsmh.org.
friends school mullica hill
Open House:
Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 9AM
RSVP to 856-478-2908
LOOKING TO GET SOME RELAXING TIME AWAY TO REKINDLE OR RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES?
Now is the Time to Enjoy a Parents Romantic Getaway!
J 08406
We invite you to experience our European hospitality
and enjoy the pleasures of the New Jersey shore!
Conveniently located just a few steps from the beach
and world famous boardwalk!
“MENTION THIS AD AND GET A
SPECIAL GIFT UPON CHECK IN”
609-822-6392
105 S. Little Rock Ave. • Ventnor
www.carisbrookeinn.com
ENRIGHT’S TREE SERVICE, LLC
WE SPECIALIZE IN:
• Tree Trimming & Removal Services
• Tree Stump Removal & Grinding
• Firewood For Sale
• Crane Rentals
Our mission is to provide our customers
with excellent service, the best price possible,
and an overall pleasant experience
Serving South Jersey
856.430.9683 • treesbyenright.com
Fantastic
Family
Getaway
Occidental Grand Xcaret
An all-Inclusive, ecological oasis
T
ucked within an ecological
and historical preserve, the
Riviera Maya resort Occidental Grand Xcaret captivates guests with spectacular
grounds, a pristine coastline and unparalleled service and amenities. This
resort is located adjacent to the spectacular, breathtaking natural wonder of
the eco-archeological Xcaret Park in
the heart of Riviera Maya, minutes from
Cancun airport.
The Occidental Grand, an all-inclusive resort, boasts winding river
channels, free-form pools and a private
beach with powder-soft white sand on
a quiet cove. Just a short walk from the
resort, at the Xcaret Park, travelers with
a taste for eco-touring and adventure
can explore the remains of a Mayan
village, snorkel through ancient caves
and underwater gardens, swim with
dolphins, or observe jaguars, butterflies, tropical birds and other indigewww.southjerseymom.com
nous species in their natural habitat, all a short distance from the
resort. The Occidental Grand Xcaret also features 11 international
restaurants, along with a beautiful open-air buffet that has spectacular ocean views. There is something to fit every mood and
occasion, from a romantic dinner to a lively family meal.
Plentiful amenities and breathtaking scenery contribute to
the plush comforts you’ll experience as our guest. Elevate your
vacation experience with an upgrade to the Royal Club Grand
Xcaret, a resort within a resort! By upgrading to the Royal Club,
you will have impeccable VIP services and access to the exclusive Royal Club Grand Xcaret Restaurant & Lounge and other
all-Inclusive amenities such as the exclusive Royal Club pool and
beach club within the Occidental Grand Xcaret Resort.
FUN FOR KIDS, GUARANTEED!
Occidental Grand Xcaret offers an exceptional vacation experience, ensuring a phenomenal time for kids and teens. Along
with beach time and pools, the splendid Mini Club has an entertainment program for children ages 4 to 12. There is also a
wading pool and outside play area where they can enjoy castles and slides. Babysitting services are also available. Teens can
socialize in our lounge area, complete with foosball, Ping-Pong
and gaming center.
FAMILY VACATIONS TO CREATE MEMORIES
Scuba diving$ (free lesson), snorkeling, water aerobics, miniature
golf, fitness center (free trainer), lighted tennis courts, archery,
darts, Ping-Pong, giant chess, pool tables, beach volley ball,
target shooting, bingo, aqua volley ball and basketball, shuffle
board, foam party, steam hut$, spa$, live entertainment, night
clubs, open air theatre, mini-club (ages 4-12), and teen area.
PERFECT FOR YOUR FAMILY REUNION AND SPECIAL
OCCASIONS
If you are planning a family reunion, a wedding, or a celebration,
the Occidental Grand Xcaret can fulfill the needs of a large party.
Plan the perfect, affordable getaway for your special event.
All in all, The Occidental Grand Xcaret is undoubtedly one of
the top all-inclusive Resorts in Riviera Maya and the perfect getaway for vacationers in search of both the tranquility of Mexico
and the Caribbean Sea and the adventurous entertainment for all
ages.
Contact your travel agent or visit www.barcelohotels.com
J
Indoor Fun: Cool Ideas For Cold Days
By Jenna Burke
ust because the weather gets cold does not mean the family fun has to freeze! It is important during the winter months to keep your family active and
not let the winter blues take over; however, at times that can seem difficult with winter winds whipping. While it is too cold to play outside, many
indoor recreational centers make staying indoors cool!
Not only are indoor recreational centers fun, but there are a various different types of places that each offer a unique experience. Many times in the
winter we are envious of those who get to be by the beach and splash in the water. At indoor water pools, such as the YMCA, the family feels the warmth
and fun of going to the tropics without the airfare! A good thing to do for your kids to avoid winter blues is to sign them up to take lessons in an athletic
activity. Centers that give lessons and teach skills such as Okinawa Kenpo Karate are not only good to get your kids out and active, but teach your kids
responsibility and give them self-confidence! Sometimes your kids just need an afternoon to get out, be active and play games. INT Sports is a center that
has various activities from skating to arcading that can make any kid happy! For kids who love to bounce around, especially toddlers, Bounce U is a great
place to go for fun and sensory reasons. While it is great to run around sometimes families just want to get out and relax and places such as Fahrenheit
Ceramics is a great place to paint and bring home your creation to treasure!
All of these places are very different from each other but have one thing in common… places where you and your family can make warm memories.
bounce u
Bounce U is the place “Where birthdays come to
life”. We’ve created the perfect party venue with
ginormous inflatables, dedicated and friendly party
pros who handle all the party details for you. To
top it off we are 100% private! We also go beyond
birthdays and offer super fun open bounces and
special events. 1205 Warren Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ
08002 856-429-6400 and Bounce U of Blackwood
1271 Little Gloucester Road Blackwood, NJ 08012
Fahrenheit Ceramic Studio
We are a walk-in paint-your-own pottery place with
a friendly staff, relaxing atmosphere, and hundreds
of pieces to paint. A great activity for kids and families!! KEEP CALM AND PAINT ON! We are located in
Pitman. www.FahrenheitCeramicStudio.com;
856-269-4931
INT Sports
Clean, Safe, Family Fun for all ages! Join us for Lunch
and an afternoon of Roller Skating, FunZone and
Inflatable Fun! No School, No Problem- we are open
when schools are closed for day camp or for a fun
filled visit! Visit us online for times and admissions:
www.intsports.com
Okinawa Kenpo Karate
Our Classes are fast-paced, fun filled, educational
and motivational. Kids and parents love martial
arts and parents love watching their kids learn and
grow in a positive, well disciplined and encouraging
atmosphere. www.GloucesterCountyKarate.com
7
tips for
procrastinating kids
By Michele Ranard, M.Ed.
I
f you live with a tween, it’s likely you have a
procrastinator under the roof and an equally
likely chance you are now an expert at nagging.
A Nasty Habit
Procrastination may be as much a part of our
humanness as eating and sleeping, but adolescent kids seem especially vulnerable. In The
Procrastinating Child: A Handbook for Adults
to Help Children Stop Putting Things Off, Rita
Emmett explains procrastination is simply a
bad habit we can correct. We fall prey to the
behavior when we feel overwhelmed, become
distracted or feel helpless.
Here’s the rub about their procrastinating
and our nagging—are we actually practicing
what we preach? Or are we guilty of putting
off housework, bill paying and turning in the
report before deadline?
Perfectionism: Procrastination’s BFF
Your child may seem lazy when she is actually
overwhelmed. Sometimes the feeling is a result
of perfectionism as it goes hand in hand with
procrastination. If your child is fearful of failing an exam or a particular task, such anxiety
may cause her to stall. She may feel stuck and
unable to become mentally mobilized. The bad
habit may continue into adulthood, jeopardizing future successes.
A consistent fear of failure can lead to a
pattern of indecisive behavior author Neil Fiore notes as a warning sign in The Now Habit.
He also identifies low self-esteem and lack of
assertiveness as red flags for procrastinating
behavior.
Simple suggestions to increase
productivity and reduce nagging!
TIPS FOR INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY
1. Trick your brain.
There is hope. To combat the tendency to put
things off, Fiore suggests transforming the
thought “I don’t want to” into “I wonder what
will come?” Sounds simple, but the attitude
adjustment is powerful. In a sense, that subtle
shift tricks the brain into a more productive
mode.
2. Get comfy with mistakes.
Help your child understand how perfectionism
stops him from greater productivity. Kids need
to learn it’s OK to make mistakes. Explain that
“not perfect” is altogether different than “fail.”
Plus, a certain comfort level with failure is necessary.
3. Model a healthy response to errors.
One of the best ways to get more comfortable
about accepting mistakes is through modeling.
Seeing parents acknowledge their own daily
errors (and responding with humor and compassion for the missteps) is both a gift and permission for your tween to go for it.
4. Think smaller chunks.
Emmett recommends helping children break
overwhelming tasks into smaller chunks. If
your child has an upcoming test and simply
cannot get the gears in motion, help her get
organized. Look at the task of test preparation as a series of baby steps. Help her make
a short list for a plan of attack, such as reread
two chapters of the text Monday, study notes
Tuesday and Wednesday, and cover vocabulary
on Thursday.
5. Set expectations for homework
completion.
Parents can influence their tween’s productivity by setting firm rules at home, offering
rewards and making lists. Do not put off making these rules. The basic rule of “no TV until
your homework is done” is an obvious place to
begin to curb the procrastination. Screen time
may be suspended or offered as rewards for
successful time management.
6. Make lists like a bandit.
Make lists for everything so there can be no excuses. Tweens are especially prone to selective
memory even when rules are clearly articulated. Notes are more effective than nagging for
gentle reminders of chores, appointments and
expectations.
7. Remove the STING from feeling
overwhelmed.
A great strategy from Emmett’s book:
*Select one task you’ve been putting off.
*Time yourself and take one hour to
accomplish the task.
*Ignore everything around you, such as the
phone and other tasks.
*No breaks. One hour is realistic for a middle
school student.
*Give yourself a reward once the task is
complete.
The tween years are an optimal time to help
the ones you love most shed bad habits that
could trip them up later. It may only take a few
months to see positive results and begin celebrating your more productive child.✲
Michele Ranard is the queen mother of two princes of procrastination. She has a master’s in counseling, a freelance writing career and blogs at cheekychicmama. blogspot.com
and hellolovelyinc.blogspot.com.
e pe
rience o
ce
a
p
s
ur welcoming
your first yoga class is our gift to you
All Levels • Privates • Workshops • Restorative • Yin • Community Space
2 W. Mantua Ave. • Wenonah, NJ • (856) 442-yoga • anandayogahome.com
know 2 grow
Common Culprits of Sneaky Sugar
W
By Matthew Brenner
hen children want a sugary treat, they really turn on
the sweetness. Eyes get big, eyebrows raised, innocent
smile, hands clenched in a praying position. It’s hard
to say no. But as sweet as your child is, it’s best to cut down
on their sugary intake. It’s hard enough to keep up when sugar
is available everywhere we go with treats at community events,
the supermarket and sports games. But as hard as we try to cut
back on sugar consumption, it somehow sneaks its way back into our
diets. Sometimes we don’t even realize it. Added sugar and high fructose
corn syrup are lurking in almost every row of the grocery store. It takes a
trained eye and exhaustive efforts to limit sugar consumption. However,
even the most astute parents are often tripped up by some common pitfalls.
The 3 most common culprits of sneaky sugar:
Juice. Even juices that are 100 percent natural are full of sugar. The empty
calories in boxed juice drinks are not just unhealthy for bodies, but are a
prime culprit in cavities. Ask any dentist. An alternative is squeezing a
lemon in water without adding sugar to it. You can also slice up cucumbers or strawberries and make fun flavored waters.
Sweets as treats for active kids. Parents often reward good behavior,
including active behavior, with unhealthy treats. However, that’s not how
the body works. Exercise doesn’t cancel out all the effects of sugar. Rewarding healthy behavior with unhealthy treats also sends a mixed message that could lead to wrong choices as children grow up and continue to
reward themselves with sugary treats. Healthy activity should be followed
by healthy treats.
Sugar in branded kids foods. Hidden inside the alluring packaging
pitched by any popular cartoon is oodles of extra sugar. In common foods
for kids like chicken nuggets, yogurt, cereal, breads and granola bars,
the children’s theme on the packaging may even indicate there is more
sugar than the alternative on the same shelf. The better choice is to make
regular fruits and vegetables into entertaining treats for kids. Turn a celery stick into a boat filled with natural peanut butter. Serve seaweed as
mermaid food. Offer avocado piled high as a slime mountain. Use every
ounce of creativity to make healthier food more fun. You can even name
foods after popular characters, such as a snowman’s nose carrot stick or
princess peas.
In the end, call sugary treats exactly what they are. They aren’t treats.
They are junk food. Re-labeling them in your home and language may
help change your child’s perspective and create a better awareness of
what they are really eating. Even if a child appears healthy and can eat
sugar without gaining weight, it also has other unhealthy impacts over
time. Establishing good boundaries now and a healthy appreciation for
fruits and vegetables will set a child up for healthier choices in the long
run. And perhaps the next time you give in to your child’s request for a
super sweet treat, it will be pineapple chunks and grapes.✲
Matthew Brenner (Freelance Writer and Instructor at Action Karate. Questions?
Call 856-733-0593, or email [email protected])
maternity • newborn • cake smash
family • high school senior portraits
Gift Certificates are available and make great gifts!
“Bridget’s positive energy
was infectious…”
~ L.M., VOORHEES
bridget horgan bell
p h o t o g r a p h y
5 North Olney Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ • (609)458.9690 • bhbimages.com
“Wow!! I absolutely
LOVE our photos!!!”
~S.P., CHERRY HILL
facebook.com/PhotosbyBHB
instagram.com/photosbybhb/
pinterest.com/photosbyBHB/
twitter.com/PhotosbyBHB
recipe corner
Warm Up Your Winter With Soup
By Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio
When winter comes around, it’s the perfect time to make warming and comforting foods like homemade soups. Here are three tasty and healthy soup recipes sure to warm you and your loved ones up
as the frigid winter winds blow. May you have a happy, healthy, blessed, safe and tasty New Year!
Crockpot Beef & Barley Soup
• 1 pound lean beef cubes
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, sliced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 cup barley
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 4 cups reduced-sodium beef or chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
• Sea salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
Place all ingredients into the crockpot. Cook on low setting for
6-8 hours. Serve.
Note: Serve any of these soups with whole grain, crusty bread;
dinner rolls or cornbread…YUM!
Bean & Turkey Bacon Soup
• 7 strips turkey bacon
• 1 large carrot, chopped into small pieces
• 2 ribs of celery, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (15 ½ oz.) cans great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups water or low sodium chicken broth
• 1 tbs. fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until
crisp, then transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain
off any excess fat. Let cool, then break into small pieces; set
aside. Using the same saucepan, over medium heat, add the
carrot to the turkey bacon drippings, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add the celery, onion, and garlic, stirring well; cook for 2-3
minutes more or until carrots are fork tender. Add the drained
and rinsed beans and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover and
reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 10 minutes. Uncover and,
using a potato masher, partially mash the bean mixture until it
thickens slightly. Stir in the parsley, sea salt, black pepper and
bacon. Serve.
Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• ½ tsp. dried oregano
• ¼ tsp. dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
• 2 cups uncooked multi-grain pasta of choice
In a stockpot over medium heat; sauté the onion, carrots and
celery in olive oil for 5 minutes or until vegetables are fork
tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in oregano, thyme
and bay leaves just until blended. Add the broth, potatoes, salt
and pepper; and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Stir in
cooked chicken and uncooked pasta; simmer for 10 minutes or
until pasta is cooked. Discard bay leaves before serving soup.
As always, Bon Appetit!
Note: If there is not enough drippings from the turkey bacon
to cook the carrots in, add a little extra virgin olive oil to the
saucepan.
Lisa Ann Panzino DiNunzio is the author of Seasoned With Love, Treasured Recipes & Lisa Ann’s Seasoned With Love II, and author of children’s book, Snicker Learns An Important Lesson.
http://lisaanndinunzio.blogspot.com/ www.facebook.com/#!/lisaann.panzinodinunzio
We asked our
readers about
Summer Camp
In the next 6 months will you be
shopping for summer camp for
your child/children?
57% Very likely
30% Somewhat likely
13% Not likely at all
What type of camps are you
considering for your kids?
46% sports camp
17% theatre/dance
33% building/science
4% Other: religious,
swimming, horseback riding
What is your summer camp
budget for 2016?
24% up to $250
28% $250 to $500
48% $500 or higher
How many weeks do you plan to
enroll your child/children?
34% 2 weeks or less
17% 3 to 5 weeks
48% entire summer
What would you like
your child to take away from
summer camp experience?
More than one answer was allowed
& parents/caregivers are most
concerned in following order:
1. Having fun and making
memories
2. Learning new life skills
3. Building self-esteem
summer camp guide
How to Find the
Right Camp for Your Child
By Jess Michaels
Camp tours – When possible, touring a camp the summer before registering allows families to see the camp in action and get a true feel for what a
camp is about. Camp tours give children the feeling that he or she is part
of the process of choosing the camp and the more involved a child feels
in the decision making, the more successful the camp experience will be.
A tour also allows parents to speak with the camp staff while in the camp
environment and ask questions about what you are seeing at the camp. If
it’s not possible to tour the camp during the summer, schedule a tour in
the off season so you can see the facilities and still get a feel for the camp.
Camp fairs & Home Visits – Camp fairs and home visits are other ways
to learn about a camp and to meet the camp director in person. At camp
Y
ou’ve made the exciting decision that your child is ready for day
or overnight camp. By sending your child to camp, you are giving
him or her the opportunity to gain important life skills such as independence, resilience and confidence all while learning new sports and
participating in activities in a nurturing environment. There are many different camps to choose from so often times parents don’t know where to
begin. Here are some easy ways for families to research a camp and find
the right camp program for their child.
Call the camp director – Have a camp in mind? One of the best ways
for a family to learn about a camp is to get to know the camp director.
Call the camp director and ask about the camp’s philosophy and mission.
The director should be able to describe it quickly and clearly. Be sure the
philosophy matches with your own family’s values. If it doesn’t, it’s not
the right camp for your child. Make sure to describe your child and ask if
the camp director feels he or she would do well at the camp. Remember,
you are forming a partnership with the camp director so be honest about
your child and what you are looking for.
“If you are considering overnight
camp, many camp directors will
do a home visit where you can sit
down in your own living room and
learn about the camp program”
fairs, you have the opportunity to speak with many camp directors all
on the same day which can help narrow down your choices. If you are
considering overnight camp, many camp directors will do a home visit
where you can sit down in your own living room and learn about the
camp program.
Spring and Fall Festivals – Many camps have fall festivals and spring
open houses which gives families a way to see a camp and meet the camp
directors. These open houses and fall festivals are also great ways to involve your child in the process of choosing a camp and they are good
events for families who aren’t able to tour the camp over the summer
when camp is in session.
Call the American Camp Association, NY and NJ – Not sure where to
start your search? Call the American Camp Association, NY and NJ for
free, one-on-one advice in finding the right day or overnight camp for
your child.✲
Talk to friends & neighbors – Ask your friends and neighbors what camp
their child goes to. While this is a good starting point, keep in mind that
the perfect camp for one child isn’t necessarily the right camp for another.
Try not to automatically choose the camp because your friend likes it.
Do your own research to make sure the camp you choose is a good fit for
your child.
Search online – Take the time to look at camps online. Parents can
search for an ACA Accredited day or overnight camp at www.acanynj.
org. Once parents do some initial research, look at those websites with
your child. Check out the philosophy, program, activities, sample schedule, and videos. Looking at a camp’s website will give families a sense of
what a particular camp is about and will help parents make an informed
camp decision.
Cherry Hill Robotics Club
Summer Camps • Evening & Saturday Sessions
Our Robotics Club is geared for grade school and
middle school boys and girls. We bring “STEM”(Science,
Technology, Engineering and Math) to your child in a fun
camp type atmosphere.
The camp
is run by
NJ Certified
teachers
Great Times
Day Camp
·
·
·
·
·
Swimming
We offer
low tuition
Sports
rates!
Arts & Crafts
Pony Rides
Air Conditioning & More
OPEN HOUSES:
March 13
April 17
May 22
June 12
1:00-3:30
Weekly Trips, Hot Lunch & Snacks Included
Door to Door Transportation & Extended Hours
Call Mike at 609.567.2166 for more information
www.greattimesdaycamp.com
• LEGO,VIRTUAL and VEX Robotics
• New Young Engineers for 6-8 year olds
• Competition Teams now forming
2050 Fairfax Avenue • Cherry Hill
856.313.8816 • www.cherryhillrobotics.com
5 Common Mistakes Parents Make
When Choosing a Camp
1. Choosing a camp because your
friend’s child goes there
2. Sending your child to sleep away
camp too soon
3. Sending your child to camp with a friend
4. Not seeing the camp before registering
or meeting the camp director
5. Picking a camp that doesn’t have
outside review
Camp Ockanickon
Overnight Camp for Boys
Camp Matollionequay
Overnight Camp for Girls
Lake Stockwell
Day Camp for Boys and Girls
N
OPESES
HOU
Apr 3 MAy 1 MAy 22
1-4pM 1-4pM 1-4pM
ReGisteR Online:
www.ycamp.org
YOUR SUMMER ADVENTURE
STARTS HERE
SATURDAY,
JAN 16, 2016
10AM-3PM
MOORESTOWN
MALL
MAGAZINE
2016
JOIN SOUTH JERSEY MOM MAGAZINE FOR OUR CAMP EXPOS
SUNDAY,
JAN 17, 2016
11AM-4PM
DEPTFORD
MALL
PRESENTATIONS • VISIT THE MANY CAMP AND SCHOOL TABLES
FREE FACE PAINTING • GET A JUMP ON SUMMER!
CHANCE TO
WIN PRIZES!
FOR MORE INFO CALL 856-986-9606 OR VISIT WWW.SOUTHJERSEYMOM.COM
2 Kérastase Blowdry Control
Creme (b)
Make sure no hair goes astray
with this heat styling creme for a
beautiful, smooth, and controlled
look. Tame your look with the help
of anti-frizz and a thermo-protective cream shield to help during
styling for lasting control of thick
hair. Ideal for medium-thick/
coarse hair types. Kerastaseusa.com; $37
BooGinHead Varsity PaciGrip (c)
Never stress over a pacifier that
fell on the dirty, icky floor again!
BooGinHead has the perfect solution: a strong yet gentle clasp with
a lanyard to attach to your baby’s
shirt or onesie. Washable and
durable this PaciGrip is your go to
for teethers or small toys.
Booginhead.com; $6
Be Kool Soft Gel Sheets for
Kids (d)
These gel sheets give your child
immediate cooling relief from
fever or discomfort. Applied to the
forehead and ready to go, each
sheet lasts up to 8 hours. Safe to
use with medication and doctor
recommended for kids!
Walgreens; $5
SleepBelt (e)
Skin-to-skin contact is proven
to help infants fall asleep which
is why this nap wrap allows you
to snuggle with your little one
while also keeping your hands
free. Comfortable and universal
this unique 4-way stretch material
doesn’t include pesky knots, clips,
or buckles that dig into the skin.
Sleepbelt.net; $50
New York CityPass
Ticket Booklet (f)
This pass gives you the ultimate
experience with admission to 6
must see attractions in the city.
No need to decide now, or be in
a rush. Option tickets allow you
a
to chose when you get to the city
and the booklets are valid for nine
consecutive days. Skip most ticket
lines and save money! Citypass.
com; Adult $114, Youth ages
6-17 $89
buying guide
Urban Decay Brow
Tamer (a)
For a more dramatic and “on
fleek” brow look, choose from
four different shades to fill in and
shape your unruly brows, ranging
from clear gel to dark brown. This
lightweight paraben-free formula
leaves brows sculpted without that
stiff or sticky feeling, for a comfortable hold that last all day.
Urbandecay.com; $20
b
Teething Bling (g)
Teething bling is the original
teething jewelry for babies who
just love to chew on Mommy’s
necklaces and bracelets. These
include fashionable necklaces and
bracelets that are made of 100%
non-toxic material that can be
easily washed with soap and water. Smartmomjewlery.com; $20
c
Urban Decay Vice 4 (h)
Enjoy this limited-edition palette
with 20 new shades to complete
any look. Unlike the Naked palettes this set includes dark, smoky
neutrals and gorgeous mattes. Includes a mirror and double-ended brush with a sleek travel bag.
Urbandecay.com; $60
e
d
Dollar Shave Club Box (i)
This online subscription is the
perfect way to have a fresh, sharp
razor every month for one low
price. Add on shave butter, casual
hair clay, repair serum, or post
shave moisturizer for the ultimate
experience. Dollarshaveclub.com;
$3 a month
Anthony The Essential
Traveler Kit (j)
No-nonsense travel kit is perfect
for a sharp and refreshed look for
your guy on the go. This kit contains facial cleanser for normal to
oily skin, shave cream, invigorating
rush hair + body wash, all purpose
moisturizer, and advanced formula
lip balm SPF 25. Anthony.com;
$70
f
g
Dyson AM09 Hot + Cool (k)
Warm your favorite room this
winter and cool it down in the
summer. With the programmable
temperature gauge you can set to
your desired temperature. Bladeless design and no visible heating
element are perfect for homes
with kids. Sleep timer, touch tilt,
tip-over cut off and oscillating.
Dyson.com; $450
h
i
j
k
things 2 do
Jan/Feb Calendar
Log onto www.southjerseymom.com to
check out our new complete list of events
To submit your event, send an e-mail to [email protected].
Entries are due six weeks prior to the event and are filled on a first-come first-served basis. Space is limited.
and a Kidzone (specific games
and activities for the 9-andunder crowd), all in an
alcohol-free environment!
Dramatic fireworks are the
highlight for New Year’s Eve
revelers. Make sure you buy
your buttons in advance.
www.firstnighthaddonfield.org
Burlington
Animal Kingdom Zoo
Bordentown, NJ
Open daily, We have one of
the most extensive wild animal
collections in New Jersey.
Families and friends can view
countless endangered species
and learn about the importance
of preserving the environment
and the animals that live there.
To learn more about how you
can schedule your trip, call 609261-7211.
Valenzano Winery
Wine Tasting
Wine lovers will certainly enjoy
tastings and tours at Valenzano
Winery in Mt. Holly, NJ. Open
daily, this winery can be a fun
day trip or the location for
your next event. For more
information about pricing and
to book your tour, call 609-2671796 or visit their website at
www.valenzanowine.com
CoCo Key Water Resort
Indoor Fun
Climb, jump, shoot and cruise
at CoCo Key! With a number of
water activities to choose from
CoCo Key Water Resort is the
perfect place for people ages 1
to 100. www.mtlaurelcocokey.
com
CoCo Key Water Resort
At The Hotel ML
915 Route 73
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054
877-494-2626
Camden
Adventure Aquarium
New Year’s Eve Splas
1 Riverside Dr., Camden
10 am–6:30 pm
Spend the day exploring
Adventure Aquarium (still
totally decked-out for Christmas
with giant decorations and
tons of lights!) and its 8,500
animals before celebrating the
New Year (a few hours early)
with a spectacular fireworks
show. Countdown begins at
8 PM so get there as early as
you wish to enjoy the hippos
and fun. 856-365-3300; www.
adventureaquarium.com
Midnight at the Oasis
New Year’s Eve
Sahara Sam’s
7 pm–12:30 am
535 N. Rte. 73, West Berlin
856-767-7580; saharasams.com
Splash the night away on the
countless water slides, dance
to live music, win prizes and
join a park-wide Congo line
before eating tons of food.
Also includes a foam party and
sparkling cider toast for the
kids. $59.95 per person at the
door although kids 2 and under
are free.
program known as the
Drivers Club, Battlegrounds
Paintball which features
10 acres of paintball fields,
concert and festival space,
overnight accommodations,
and real estate development
opportunities. Also on the
property, a clubhouse features
meeting space, bar/restaurant
and built-in pool. 856-327-7202;
www.njmp.com
The Levoy Theatre
Located at the center of
Millville’s Glass Arts District, is a
first-rate performing arts center
that combines a rich history
with grand design and modern
convenience. Check out our
upcoming shows. 856-327-6400;
www.levoy.net
Gloucester
Cumberland
First Night
New Year’s Eve
Downtown Haddonfield,
Haddonfield
Head to historic Haddonfield’s
Kings Highway for over 15
venues featuring magic, music,
comedy, dance and theater
shows, plus midnight fireworks
New Jersey Motorsports Park
We are the premier motorsports
entertainment complex. The
Park includes two world-class
road courses: Thunderbolt and
Lightning, Tempest Raceway
which is considered one of the
top outdoor karting complexes
in the U.S., a motorsports
country club membership
The Broadway Theatre
Located in the heart of
downtown Pitman, the
Broadway Theatre is an opulent
French Revival theatre that
offers a wide range of live
entertainment and classic films.
A family can enjoy the theater
experience at affordable prices.
Call 856-384-8381 or visit
www.thebroadwaytheatre.org
856.344.7916
Joseph Cavallaro III, D.O.
Board Certified in Family Medicine
South Jersey Magazine Readers’ Choice
Award Winner, “Top Doc” 2009-2015
Kate Meyers CMA–Certified Coolsculpting
[email protected]
www.cavallarofamilypractice.com
Main Fax: 856.344.7920
EHR Fax: 877.774.5358
432 Ganttown Road, Suite 202
Sewell, NJ 08080
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
at Inspira Woodbury
Partners in advanced
orthopaedic care
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute, South Jersey’s leading academic
orthopaedic center, and their partner Inspira Woodbury, bring experienced
doctors to your community.
Patients in Woodbury, Glassboro, West Deptford and surrounding areas
have access to the latest in orthopaedic advancements close to home.
With a full range of musculoskeletal capabilities including joint replacement,
sports medicine, spine, general orthopaedics, and rheumatology
— together, our team keeps you moving.
220 ROWAN
BOULEVARD
Urgent Care
Primary Care
Behavioral Wellness
Imaging
Newest Location!
Glassboro
221 Victoria Street
At Rowan Boulevard
22
1V
ST ICTO
RE RIA
ET
FREE Patient Parking
Follow Victoria Street to Mick Drive
and use the lot behind the building.
B
Ins one a
ti
n
Me tute a d Join
dic t
t
Wo al C Inspir
odb ente a
ury r
For an appointment, please call 856.848.3500
Same/next day appointments available
221 Victoria Street at Rowan Boulevard • Glassboro, NJ 08028
800 Jessup Road • West Deptford, NJ 08086
Cooperat Inspira.org

5diet mistakes - South Jersey MOM

Transcription

Similar documents

Camp Kula N` Gadu 2016 - Muscular Dystrophy NSW

career camp - Northmont City Schools

Camp Gilmont

LUTHERDALE BIBLE CAMP JULY 21-26, 2013 Calling all 1st

Resume - Daniel Nemerofsky

Bulletin for 03-27-2016

2015 Camp Lunch Program

The Hollymont Spirit

Welcome to Moorlands Summer Camps

OYO 2016 Brochure - Simon Kenton Council Boy Scouts of America