At the time of my skin cancer discovery, the best broad-spectrum sunscreens were available only outside of the US, so I stocked up when traveling. I used the imported sunscreens on my new baby with nary a freckle until her doctor noticed she was growing boobs! I quickly learned that there are lots of chemicals in sunscreens that act like estrogen.
Entries Tagged as 'Tips & Tricks'
The Safest Sunscreens for Kids
May 20th, 2009 · 12 Comments · Gear, Tips & Tricks
Tags:Beach·Gear·Travel Tips
Went to Costco for vino, came back with a vacation.
January 26th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Experience, Tips & Tricks
While picking up basics at Costco – bread, bananas, blueberries and wine – I noticed the sign for Costco Travel and checked if they could save me money on our last minute vacation.
Family visits at Christmas: UPDATE – Illness, Playtime, Restaurants & Snacks and Packing
January 5th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Destinations, Tips & Tricks
This is what parenting, and traveling with kids is all about. Planning intentions were thrown out the window when Mirielle got really sick the week before we left. I am thankful the worst of her cold was the week before rather than during, but I was left with very little time to work on the Christmas trip. In fact, I was going by the seat of my pants most of the time (or more actually on the screen of my iPhone which I am so glad I bought.)
Tags:East Coast·Food·Museum·Planning·Restaurant·Things to Do
Family Visits at Christmas: Planning Travel with a Toddler – Parking with Perks
December 15th, 2008 · 4 Comments · Experience, Tips & Tricks
If you are flying during peak holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Holiday weekends), book your airport transportation in advance. Rides from friends and family are usually the best, but not always available. Depending on how far you live from the airport, there is a trade off between shuttles, cabs, cars/limos and just parking at the airport. My [...]
Family visits at Christmas: planning travel with a toddler – Hotels
December 11th, 2008 · 2 Comments · Destinations, Experience, Tips & Tricks
// The two things I want in a hotel when traveling with Mirielle is: a refrigerator and a pool. A free breakfast is an added bonus – I can get some coffee while Boo gets her morning banana. The pool is most important because it can cheer up a toddler during meltdowns or tire them [...]
