• Home
  • About Us
    • Events
  • Services
    • Educational Evaluation
    • Behavior Consultation
    • Play Date Connection
    • Reading Wizards Book Clubs
    • Renoir Readers
    • Whine & Wine
    • Reading Wizards Book Clubs Summer Workshops
  • Contact Us
    • FAQ's
    • Get Feedback
    • Intake Forms
    • Subscribe
    • Affiliated Organizations
  • Blog
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Events
  • Services
    • Educational Evaluation
    • Behavior Consultation
    • Play Date Connection
    • Reading Wizards Book Clubs
    • Renoir Readers
    • Whine & Wine
    • Reading Wizards Book Clubs Summer Workshops
  • Contact Us
    • FAQ's
    • Get Feedback
    • Intake Forms
    • Subscribe
    • Affiliated Organizations
  • Blog

5 Must Follow Tips for Heading to The Beach with Kids!

6/8/2015

0 Comments

 
children, child outdoor activities, child summer activities, dads, moms, parents, parenting tips, parentingtips, nycparents, nyc, nyc parents, kids, nyc kids, nyckids, family travel with kids, holiday travel with children, holiday travel with kids, kids outdoors activities, kids outside activities, kids summer academic activities, kids summer activities, kids summertime activities, traveling with children, TheSuccessfulChild, The Successful Child, The Successful Child NY, beach with kids, beach with children, kids at the beach, children at the beach, child at the beach, beach activities, preparing for the beach, preparing for the beach with kids, preparing for the beach with children, beach preparation for families
Summer is here and what better place to go then the beach?  Beach days offer fun and excitement to children of all ages; however, it can often seem like a daunting task for parents.  Follow these 5 tips and your beach day will truly be “as easy and relaxing as a day at the beach”!

1. Bring sun coverage. We don’t just mean lather on the sunscreen (an obvious)…bring a tent, large umbrella or other object that will provide respite from the heat. This allows for a sun break and offers a place for little ones to nap, if needed.

2. Plan for hunger, thirst and scope out a sand-friendly place to eat. Portable prop up trays and/or tables are great to keep sand out of food, and consequently, out of children’s mouths.  Kids use up a lot of energy in the sun and water, so bring nutrient dense foods, apples, cheese sticks, frozen grapes, peanut butter sandwiches on whole wheat (avoid any meats), hummus and veggies. Also, prepare frozen water bottles because everything melts so quickly. By the time the children are thirsty, it will have turned from ice to ice cold water.

3. Aim for “comfy” weather.  Go early in the day or late in the afternoon rather then the middle of the day when the heat is at it’s highest. Overall, this will make your day more enjoyable and the chances of sunburns are a lot less.

4. While lifeguards are a must, they are not a replacement for mom and dad. Don’t rely solely on the lifeguards; make sure you watch your child at all times! Also, other parents are not responsible for your children.  If you want to rest and relax yourself, bring a babysitter or a friend who can take on “supervision duty” while you take a break.

5. Bring toys and rely on Mother Nature to provide entertainment when taking breaks from the water and waves. Children love the water, but it’s important to break, rehydrate and reapply sunscreen consistently. Bring sand toys to keep your child busy. Also, remember Mother Nature provides entertainment. Look for seashells, start a collection that you can bring home to paint or string the ones with holes to make a souvenir necklace! This will help to avoid a fight when you tell them to get out of the water.

The beach is a place to make many wonderful family memories. If you are prepared, it will be a great bonding experience for families of all sizes and children of all ages. Life should always be as wonderful as a day at the beach!

0 Comments

Holiday Travel with Kids Made Easy

5/22/2015

0 Comments

 
The Successful Child, TheSuccessfulChild, holiday travel with kids, Memorial Day Weekend travel with kids, Memorial Day Weekend traveling with kids, Holiday Travel with Kids
With holiday travel a lot of people will be headed “over the river and through the woods” but as any parent knows, traveling with little ones is an adventure all on it’s own….and by the time you actually arrive at your destination you already need a vacation from your vacation.  Here are some easy and helpful tips to make sure your journey goes smoothly and you all arrive in good spirits no matter where you are going.

  • Pick a Time That Works Best for Your Family Routine:  Know your little one’s schedule and the most convenient time for your family to “get moving”. Some families are better leaving at night while the little ones sleep, while others are better hitting the road first thing in the morning. Also, keep in mind there might be traffic and/or delays depending on when you leave.

  • Engage the Kids In a Physical Activity Before Leaving: When traveling, children are often expected to sit for extended periods of time. Have them run around before getting in the car or plane so all that excess energy is already expended and they can tolerate sitting still for a longer period of time.

  • Leave Extra Time to Get To The Airport: Remember, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is the busiest travel day of the year. Make sure you have enough time to make your flight; but keep in mind, things always take longer

  • Don’t Allow Tech Toys to Replace “Real” Toys: While iPads, smartphones and tablets are great ways to occupy travel time you should expect delays (in the car or the airport) and all those devices have a tendency to run out of battery.  Make sure you have other activities readily available such as books, crayons, and small games (i.e., cards).  When all else fails, there is always “I spy” and there are many items you can “spy” in a crowded airport or packed automobile.

  • Bring Lots of Snacks: This may sound like a “duh” statement, but the key is to bring the right type of snacks.  Avoid anything sugary to prevent from amping a kid’s energy level. Sugar highs are never good when you’re confined to a plane or a car.

  • Listen to Audiobooks Together: This is a great activity that involves the
    entire family. You can check them out at the library so it won’t cost a thing and it is especially helpful on long drives.

  • Stick to Bedtime Routine: Obviously with any sort of travel, “routine” is interrupted. Don’t be stressed if nap time comes a little early or late, but try to your best to keep the kid’s on a sleep schedule. At nap time, quiet the conversation, put on relaxing music and pull down the window shade.

But most of all, no matter what “adventures” your travel leads to make sure you keep your sense of humor and enjoy the family time!  Happy traveling!




0 Comments

    Author

    Write something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview.

    Archives

    March 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    June 2016
    February 2016
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015

    Categories

    All
    4th Of July
    4th Of July Fireworks
    Academics
    Allergies
    Alyssa Goldinger
    Back To School
    Back To School Adjustment
    Back To School Anxiety
    Back To School Behavior
    Back To School Clothing Shopping
    Back To School Organization
    Back To School Routine
    Back To School Shopping
    Back To School Style
    Beach Activities
    Beach Preparation For Families
    Beach With Children
    Beach With Kids
    Charity Work
    Child Allergies
    Child At The Beach
    Child Behavior Issue
    Child Behavior Issues
    Child Behavior Problem
    Child Behavior Problems
    Child Friendly Clothes
    Child Graduation
    Child Outdoor Activities
    Children
    Children At The Beach
    Children At Wedding
    Children Behavior Issue
    Children Behavior Problem
    Children Charity Work
    Children Giving Back
    Children Halloween Safety
    Children Scared Of Fireworks
    Children Trick Or Treating
    Children Using IPads
    Children Using IPhones
    Children Volunteering
    Child Scared Of Fireworks
    Child Summer Activities
    Dad
    Dads
    Educational Summer Activities
    Election
    Election Day
    Elections
    Elementary School
    Elementary School Graduation
    Family Travel With Kids
    Father
    Fathers
    Father's Day
    Firework Anxiety
    Food Allergies
    Giving Back
    Gluten Free
    Gluten Free Diet
    Gluten Free Diet Children
    Gluten Free Diet Kids
    Graduation
    Halloween
    Help With Allergies
    Help With Child Behavior
    Help With Child's Behavior
    Help With Childs Behavior
    Help With Kids Behavior
    Holiday Travel With Children
    Holiday Travel With Kids
    How To Stop Kids From Summer Regression
    IPads In School
    IPhones In School
    July 4th Fireworks
    Kid Behavior Help
    Kid Behavior Issue
    Kid Behavior Issues
    Kid Behavior Problem
    Kid Behavior Problems
    Kids
    Kids Allergies
    Kids At The Beach
    Kids At Wedding
    Kids Behavior Help
    Kids Behavior Issue
    Kids Behavior Issues
    Kids Behavior Problem
    Kids Behavior Problems
    Kids Charity Work
    Kids Educational Summer Activities
    Kids Giving Back
    Kids Graduation
    Kids Halloween Safety
    Kids In School
    Kids Outdoors Activities
    Kids Outside Activities
    Kids School Day
    Kids Summer Academic Activities
    Kids Summer Activities
    Kids Summertime Activities
    Kids Trick Or Treating
    Kids Using IPads
    Kids Using IPhones
    Kids Volunteering
    Kindergarten Graduation
    Math Activities
    Memorial Day Weekend Travel With Kids
    Mom
    Moms
    Nyc
    Nyc Child
    Nyc Children
    Nyc Dad
    Nyc Dads
    Nyc Kid
    Nyckids
    Nyc Kids
    Nyc Mom
    Nyc Moms
    Nycparent
    Nycparents
    Nyc Parents
    Organization For Kids
    Organization For Kid Things
    Organization Of Kids Things
    Organize A Child Space
    Organize Children
    Organizing Kids
    Organizing Kids Spaces
    Parenting
    Parentingtips
    Parenting Tips
    Parents
    Politics
    Preparing For Back To School
    Preparing For The Beach
    Preparing For The Beach With Children
    Preparing For The Beach With Kids
    Preschool Graduation
    Returning To School
    School
    Seasonal Allergies
    Summer Break Activities
    Summer Break Math Activities
    Summer Math Activities
    Summer Vacation Activities
    Summer Vacation Math Activities
    Talking To Children About Election
    Talking To Children About Politics
    Talking To Children About School
    Talking To Kids About Election
    Talking To Kids About Politics
    Talking To Kids About School
    Talking To Kids About The Election
    Teaching Charity
    Teaching Kids About Charity'
    Teaching Kids About Donating
    Teaching Kids About Goodwill
    Teaching Kids About Raising Money
    Teaching Kids About Volunteering
    TheSuccessfulChild
    The Successful Child
    TheSuccessfulChildNY
    The Successful Child NY
    Traveling With Children
    Traveling With Kids
    Travel With Children
    Trick Or Treat
    Trick Or Treating
    Using IPads In The Classroom
    Using IPhones In The Classroom
    Valentine's Day
    Valentine's Day With Children
    Valentine's Day With Kids
    Volunteering

    RSS Feed

site links

Home
About us
Services
FAQs
Intake Forms
Questionnaire
Blog
Contact Us
Subscribe
SUBSCRIBE

our blog

Helpful Tips for Working Parents
Top 5 Signs Your Child is Struggling in School with Academics
10 Commandments of Playground Behavior

get a free consultation

We know that this can be a stressful time and many parents just don't know what to do. We're happy to talk to you, giving you some peace of mind. 
Call  (917) 494 0262
Contact Us TODAY
Picture

Website by Stride Far Websites