Links

Links
Are you a new mom or dad? Here are some links that may be helpful for you.

NJ/NY Resources

Hobokenmetromom-  Great Real Mom Reviews for lots of NJ attractions, and Hoboken.  Especially if you don’t have a car and are in Hoboken/Jersey City, check it out. 

Doublelattemama- Homeschooling Mom

Mommypoppins- Activities for kids in NJ and NYC

Kidcity- Activities for kids in NYC

MrsMoNJ- Great NJ resource/Mom blogger

New NJ Resources Developing

ParenthoodNJ- New one by Sandra Lee writer for NJ.com

NJ Playgrounds/Parks and links
Union County Parks Website
This site shows all the parks in the Union County system. It gives great maps and descriptions.
Essex County Parks Website Very comprehensive listing of all the county parks, with maps, descriptions and photos
Morris County Playground Guide
This one costs money, but features all you want to know about playgrounds in Morris County. I bought it myself and it is definitely worth it if you live in this county. Amy did a fantastic job putting all 250+ playgrounds and ideas for making a day out in the parks.

Causes we are Passionate about:
Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) affects 600,000 Americans and 12.5 million children and adults, worldwide. There is no treatment or cure, but there is hope.
TeamTeddyBear Blog- Read PKD Story for a personal journey through PKD

Great Businesses that we use:
My Mommy Made It, Wyckoff, NJ- Personalized Party Favors, Call Susan, she’ll guide you (very honest) and does personalized favors that I’ve been using for my son’s past birthday party, she doesn’t skimp on the ribbon, cute store, in business since 1990.
Essentially Chocolate- Chef Dina has already done a party for me, very high-end. She has the finest taste, and selects the best stuff in her store and is focusing her efforts on making the best chocolates.
Initially Yours, Livingston, NJ – Invitations- Steve and Alison Barbag will not steer you wrong, they have patience, great deals, and are extremely reliable. (no website yet just link to maps)