lissa j

thanks Mani for sharing this.

Good one.Thanks for sharing this.

Good info…Thx Anu!

I agree children learn by watching us.

This is very informative Toni.

Its always nice to read your blogs.

This is a very nice article … thanks for sharing 🙂

Tonnie – how are you? thats good info! I agree with most of them 🙂

Thanks for posting it Denise!

You can get huge savings on diapers (and lots of other things) through Amazon.com’s ‘Subscribe & Save’. Membership is free with Amazon Mom, you just need an Amazon.com account and you can cancel at anytime. Amazon Mom is a totally free program for parents and caregivers
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I have been using this for a year now and cannot tell you how much money I have saved on diapers and wipes. Also, no lugging big diaper boxes home from store! They arrive on your doorstep! Target diapers are also great and somewhat inexpensive, but I found some diaper brands on Amazon (with discount) are even cheaper than target (up and up) brand.

Good luck!

Thanks Toni & Lisa,

I am a working mom & never get time to find out all this so I survive on mom’s group & I think its very helpful for all the moms & for my next baby I am sure I will save lot of money on diapers.

I buy diapers from BJ’s  & never thouht that I can save so much money on diapers.

Thanks Tonni & Lissa for all this info.

This is very informative and cost effective on diapers. Shoprite baby bucks program is also very good.Every time when you spend $100.00 on Baby Bucks products , you’ll automatically be rewarded with a $10 Baby Bucks Coupon at the bottom of your register receipt. Use your Baby Bucks coupon to buy any products in shoprite store except those prohibited by law, with a minimum purchase of $50. Baby Bucks points are reset at the beginning of each cycle. And beside this $10 off you also receive different coupons for Pampers.

Toni i love this article thanks for sharing

Thanks for sharing…I loved it!!

Hi Ruchi,

Where exactly is Stepping Stones located? Can I come and take a look to understand what happens there? 

Thanks and Regards,

Jyoti

Thanks Rebecca 😉

awesome ideas Ashley.

ghost today

thanks for putting this.

yummy i can eat them

thanks for sharing this.

I am all about saving money especially when traveling.  I am glad you enjoyed the post.  🙂

very informative , we are going there in july

thanks, it is a lot of fun and nice that it is so close.  Have fun

Hey Kim,

we went there on sunday & my son loved it.I think it was good fun for the whole family.

thanks

looking forward for many more information like this.

Hey Kim,

we went there on sunday & my son loved it.I think it was good fun for the whole family.

thanks

looking forward for many more information like this.

interesting …for the city,they have these companies i did not think of that.

interesting …for the city,they have these companies i did not think of that.

we are going there tomorrow .

Love this Tote :p

Thank you Joanne 😉 I hope you get a chance to make one this summer! 

i am a full time working mom & my son goes to summer camp but i will try to do it on weekend.

That’s great Roshni, I hope you get to make some terrariums with your daughter this summer!

That’s great Roshni, I hope you get to make some terrariums with your daughter this summer!

I love the illustrations… they are beautiful! 😉

never heard of this before 

never heard of this before 

yeah, I had not seen this one, another good one is the Boostapak by trunki.  here is a link to check it out http://www.boostapak.com/home.html

helpful tips! Thanks for sharing Kim. This will come in handy on our upcoming trip in Nov.

Great tips, thanks for sharing 🙂

You are very welcome. Glad you found them helpful

so cool 

I generally forget few of them.

thanks for letting me know about the art fair in Governor’s island, we might plan a trip on this weekend

btw i love macarons 😉

This is an awesome find!! Thanks for sharing!

pumpkin….yeah fall 🙁 

pumpkin….yeah fall 🙁 

i think we did something like this last year also, Rishon is ready to do it again.

Thanks Ashley!

i think we did something like this last year also, Rishon is ready to do it again.

Thanks Ashley!

I am going to try this today 🙂 

Great Roshni. Let me know how you like it. This makes for a great appetizer for grown-ups too! Just add some diced green chilies to the mixture. 🙂

very interesting

very interesting

yeah..we get so busy with the work that we ignore some importnt stuff

yeah..we get so busy with the work that we ignore some importnt stuff

i know ,i always discuss this with the other moms that we end up spending so much money on the schools here in jersey city  that we don’t save enough for the college education.

Thanks Naina

I have to try this, my son loves raspberries.

Thanks Naina

I have to try this, my son loves raspberries.

as always ,good one.

Isn’t the Academy of Saint Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ?

I  am looking for the school for the next year,it is helpful.

Thanks for these tips! They’re so helpful!

they are helpful.

awesome

Looking for a fun and creative space to celebrate your child’s birthday? DOES YOUR KIDDO LOVE BUTTERFLIES/BIRDS? ROBOTS? DINOSAURS? LEGOS? RAINBOW? FAIRIES? ANYTHING!!!

TINY GREENHOUSE offers 2 hour birthday parties just for you and your friends. Birthday parties held at the studio are for ages 2 and up. We work with each family separate to make a day more special, you can pick a theme and we create art projects and decorate our room with a handmade banner, balloons and other festivities. We provide two different art projects for your party. One project is a collaborative art piece created by all your friends. For the other project each individual will create their own masterpiece inspired from your personally chosen theme. Due to the size of our space, we ask that you limit your guest list to twelve children. It is our goal to provide a pleasant atmosphere where your child and their guests can enjoy their time. 
You can bring light food, drinks, cake/cupcakes and we provide plates, utensils, cups and napkins. We offer customized Goody Bags filled with art supplies for $7 per child.

Parties can be scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays based on availability.
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TINY GREENHOUSE also offers “PARTIES TO GO” up to 25 kids. You have a space, we come to you!

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Is it $45 per day with a 6-session commitment? And, is it every day from 7/16 until end of summer? 

Moms, hope you enjoyed this cute craft! Please comment below if there’s another Halloween craft you’d love to see for my October post 😉 Any ideas welcome!

The drive to Princeton is beautiful. Terhune Orchards is a big and fun farm but less crowded than others. I highly recommend the trip.

Thanks Briana for the apps’ suggestions.

I am also a fan of some reality shows and I am also not ashamed! What a great way to relax…  🙂

Thanks Briana for the apps’ suggestions.

I am also a fan of some reality shows and I am also not ashamed! What a great way to relax…  🙂

Thanks for the comment Bianca! 

Thanks for the comment Bianca! 

Great resources on your site! From a fellow speechie!

Great resources on your site! From a fellow speechie!

Great One…

Hello Everyone,

I have 5 years of experience as a babysitter/tutor/Nanny and I have worked with kids of ages from infants to 10 years old.
I am currently looking for a family that needs a weekend babysitter. Ideally, this family would need me every weekend or every other.
I am open to doing light housework and simple meal prep. I am CPR/First aid certified and drive a reliable vehicle. I also have a clean driving record and I speak Spanish fluently.
If you or someone that you may know is looking for a weekend babysitter, please let me know.

Thank you and have a great day!

Hello Everyone, if you’re looking for a cute new shirt for your little one that shows of their Jersey City pride, check out Garden State Baby! Also great for gifts! http://www.gardenstatebaby.com

We are looking for a full time nanny in Jersey City (near Grove Street) starting between March and May. Need flexible hours but will likely be 50-60 hours a week. Please email me if you know anyone interested. [email protected]

Hi Everyone!

Great part-time position in Jersey City!

Do you love being home with the kids, but yearn for some professional experience as well? Would you love a job that completely works around you and your kids’ schedule? Are you looking for a way to plug deeply into your community? Do you consider yourself a “people person?” who can relate to many different types of people, both within your community and from around the world? Do you consider yourself entrepreneurial? Would you like to work for a great company and with fantastic colleagues from around the country? Do you have 5 -10 hours a week to spare?

Come work for an au pair agency! Job responsibilities include managing the host family/au pair relationship, actively marketing the au pair program, conducting in-home info-sessions with host families and au pairs, providing support to facilitate positive placement experiences and leading monthly cultural events. If interested, please send your cover letter/resume and any questions to [email protected].

Hello Diana,

We Will not be allowing parents with the kids.

P/T nanny available in the mornings (8:30 am until 2 pm).
My afternoon nanny is looking to fill up her days with morning work. If anyone is interested, I can strongly recommend her. In addition to watching the kids, she drives and does light house work. Please contact me if you want more info: [email protected]

Hi Moms,

Seling Joovy X2 Double stroller $170, 00 including rain cover. I can drop at Hoboken, Hamilton park and Newport area.

What I like about this stroller –
Large storage
Lot of pockets
Easy to hop on n hop off
Easy manuvering
Easy folding n unfolding

Please email at [email protected]

thanks,

Vibha

Hi I’m a Dental Hygiene Student looking for patients to fulfill requirements needed to graduate. I am offering a dental exam, cleaning and any x-rays you may need. The fee is normally $50 but I am a student willing to pay for the visit so it is FREE for you! It is at a school so it’s a learning/teaching facility and will take longer than a normal office visit. For the summer the hours we offer are Wednesdays 8:30a.m. & Thursdays 8:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.Serious Inquires Only, please! please email me [email protected] if you’re interested! Thank you!

I am from India, I am conducting online courses related to Technical Writing and ELearning. Do you have any audience who might be interested in these?

Hi,

I have an Australian Photographer coming do a workshop on Friday August 25th and I am short a newborn baby and family for her to photograph. I’m wondering if anyone in this group would be interested? they would receive a free newborn session and a selection of digital files for their trouble. Thanks in advance.

Newborn Baby and Family Model Call
Australian photographer, Anya Maria Ponti http://www.anyamaria.com will be hosting a workshop in NYC on August 25th. I am looking for newborn babies and their parents to be models for this workshop. In exchange you will receive a selection of complimentary digital files. The baby (babies) should have been born between August 11th and 20th. Siblings are welcome as well. One session will take place in the morning and another will take place in the afternoon. Each session will last about two hours.
Please contact Clare Fisher for more details. [email protected] or 917-747-7766

Tonal Art Music Center now offering new student fall special! First lesson free with first months enrollment. Learn Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Violin, Flute or Clarinet. Learn from professional musicians with tons of educational experience and degrees from some of the best music schools in the world. Specializing in private lessons for students ages 5 and above. Adults welcome! Students perform in two recitals each year with opportunities to perform in ensembles offered in the summer. Advanced students will find the serious resources they need.
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Hello All, we are moving from Jersey City to suburbs last week of December and I would highly recommend our nanny Miriam Caceres to anyone who is looking for a full time nanny. She has been with us for 31/2 years, a second mother to my 6-8 years old , extremely dependable, super patient and loving. I and our kids dote on her. She is super efficient around the house, keeps the place clean everyday, does kids laundry and cooks food for kids whenever requested. She has kept us sane, especially with my work schedule. She is very familiar with Jersey city , takes our kids to classes, helps them with homework ( with 6 year old daughter) and above all she is honest, and is genuinely like an extended member of our family. She has a great family, both she and her husband have helped us many times with shopping , offered to take care of kids for few hours on the weekends. Above all she does not gossip, something I have noticed with other nannies and have personally experienced it. We have been are extremely fortunate to have her and hoping she can find a loving family she deserves. While ideally we would wish for her to find an employment starting Jan, however I also do not wish for her to lose an opportunity should there be one earlier in mid Dec. Please contact me if you are interested .I can be reached at 917-583-7165 . Monica Sadhu

Thanks for posting this- will pass it along!

I’m a producer with NBC News national network here in NYC.

I’m reaching out with a request in finding a family who is struggling with childcare costs. Looking to highlight a family where both parents have to work or one must stay home because childcare costs are too high. Or perhaps a single mom trying to work and pay for childcare.

They would have to be willing to share their story on camera and be open about their financial struggle to pay for childcare.

Looking to do the interview this week, Monday Dec. 11 or Tuesday Dec. 12.

Thanks for any help or leads.

Kindest regards,
Elizabeth

Elizabeth Chmurak
Producer
NBC News Business and Tech Unit
Office: 212.664.5243
Cell: 347.843.5503
[email protected]

Nice! Thanks!

Hoboken hospital and their maternity ward should be SHUT DOWN. The experience described was no where near what I had. I learned about the pampered pregnancy program and spoke with the representatives at various baby fairs in the area and believe me it was not at all pampered. I felt like I was a prisoner in a third world country. In general, the nurses were not very supportive, pushed me for a C-section (after I was told that the head nurse wanted to make it for a BBQ lunch they were having on that day), left me on an uncomfortable and painful gurney approximately 5 hours, did not allow me to see my baby for about 6.5 hours, refused to give me medication, and when questioned, indicated I would have to remember to ask for my medication. They made it an ordeal to take me to breastfeed my baby and were all around unprofessional. I was told that I should have been left on the gurney to make it easier to be wheeled to the NICU due to difficulty accessing the unit and then asked if I could use the wheelchair hours after a forced unnecessary C-section. I was bullied by hospital staff and surrounded by a entire team who could not provide me a reason for C-section with the exception that it had been over 6 hours since my admission and that was what hospital policy allows. In addition, when I asked to lower the amount of epidural because I felt numb on one side, the anesthesiologist seemed annoyed and said, “I’m not doing this again” if I needed the levels to be changed again. I could not wait to leave there! No gourmet meals, robes, or candles. The hospital has less than a 10% breastfeeding rate and the nurses I had the pleasure of dealing with did not understand English, therefore there was a language barrier as well. If that’s not enough, I refused to get a vaccine for my baby, stating I would have my pediatrician do it, and was told they did it anyway and to sign the form. The pediatrician who cleared my baby appeared so inept that he couldn’t put a diaper on and handed my baby back to me without a diaper on. I’ve heard the hospital is in bad shape and the staff they hire is at most subpar and had significant issues with their maternity ward. They are trying to re-introduce themselves as baby-friendly and a “great” place to birth by allowing midwives privileges, however they lack the necessary training and have not changed their hospital policies to provide women the choices they are entitled to when it comes to birth. This place is unsupportive, unprofessional, and the most traumatic experience ever. Furthermore, while I was there the maternity ward was a like a ghost-town. Their were only three other women in the entire ward. Please, if you don’t want to face such trauma, do your research and DO NOT GO TO THIS HOSPITAL!!! I’ve birthed before and this is the worst place possible. Oh and the hospital bill….WOW! They got more from my insurance company than places in the city billed!

Hi! I am cherish im looking for Fulltime babysitter job, please if you know someone looking for a nanny here is my number 201-234-2791..
or do you have any suggestions work from home to me? Please help me

Are you aware that kids are being turned away from their local public school in JC and put on a bus to another part of the city due to overcrowding downtown? PS16 is sending kids to a school in Greenville next to a gun shop. Not family friendly!

What is the process and fee to be a vender at this event. My 8 year old has a slime business and wants to participate.

I just wanted to ask, how do i volunteer?
You can reach me at
2028268205
Thank you

excited

Just had a shoot with a local photographer in Hoboken! And highly recommend their services. http://www.jstudstudio.com

Is there a rain date or is this rain or shine?

I give out free clothes every Saturday for free my name is Tina Nalls to the community

Hello!

We recently ran across your website and wanted to reach out. We’re currently casting a docu-series for a major cable network where we are seeking kids with psychic abilities (ages 10-16) and their families. The goal of this series is to help families navigate through this and give them the tools to thrive.

If you happen to know anyone who would be interested in meeting with us, we’d love to hear from them. Please have interested parties reach out to us at [email protected]

Thank you and Happy New Year!
Beth & Christine

Hello, can new mothers still receive a sample/swag bag?

How do I become a vendor. Looking to sell crafts and candles. Please help.

Looking forward to coming with my grandson Hardin can’t wait.

I paid for the event and I haven’t received the link. Can you please send me the link?

We are hoping to find a new family for our amazing nanny, Melissa, who lives in Jersey Coty. Melissa has been with us for almost two years, since shortly after the birth of our second child. Our kids absolutely love her, and she them. She is warm, loving and kind, and is a joy to have in our home. She really takes time to get to know the kids and engage with them around their interests, and also support their development, for example, teaching our little one colors, counting, and letters. In addition to caring and cooking for our children, Melissa also regularly cleans our apartment and does the whole family’s laundry. She has truly been a godsend for us! Since the stay-at-home orders began, she has been especially helpful to us as we both try to work from home, keeping the kids out of our hair, helping with distance learning, and saving us from drowning under piles of dishes and laundry.

We had hoped to keep her on through the summer and then part-time once both boys are (hopefully!) in school in the fall, but due to a change in our circumstances, we are unable to keep her on past June. Melissa lives in Jersey City, NJ. She has been practicing strict social distancing in her own life, and is diligent in making sure our children are doing the same when she takes them outside. She even made masks for our kids!

Please let me know ([email protected]) if you might be interested or know of anyone who might and we will happily connect you with her!

Please check the info before posting. Sitting here at newport green at 4pm and their sprinkler, playground and sand area are all closed!! We came here after seeing this update.

Is this blog written before COVID-19? I wanted to make sure that these Restaurants are now open.
By the way thanks for this list. It really helps!

Lol, do you have to wear masks while your photo is being taken? 😛

We were very disappointed with this school and took our child out. They used to have trouble retaining students at the middle school level due to other choices but are now having trouble retaining lower grade students as well. We know MANY other families who also pulled their kids out. Be sure to do your research before choosing this school! (and don’t just go by online reviews that are often probably planted).

You’re missing West Side. The neighborhoods mentions are obvious.

Now I hope they revitatje Greenville section. Make it beautiful like the Downtown areas mentioned.

Everychild waits for summer activities to enroll. Nice article for keeping interest. Thanks!

I plan to attend next Monday (9/20)

Will this event require proof of vaccination for those applicable?

Hello!

What is the cost to set up a table at this event? I run a non-profit that gives affordable hip-hop dance classes and we are looking to market ourselves in the Hoboken/Jersey City area!

Thanks,

Christie

When will the music for families on Monday start again this year? Thank you

How do Ali become a vendor? 2nd time requesting info .Thanks

.

Even the education fair has been postponed to 6th May?

I would also like to vend! Chocolate truffles 🙂

Yes, I would like to register as a vendor. I have my jewelry business.
Please provide the information.
Thank You

Hi , My name is Raham and i am looking for Pashto/Dari speaking volunteer tutor who can help some school students.

Can I sign up to become an arts and craft vendor?

Your blog post effectively combined theory with technique, supplying viewers with a functional understanding of the subject.

We just noticed that the weather tomorrow is gonna be a heavy rain. Is this still going? No rescheduling? If so, are the kids (who doesn’t like to get really wet) gonna allow to wear raincoats/hat ? Thanks.

Do you service in Newark?

Hello
I’m looking for someone for pick up and drop off of infant mornings and evenings. Carteret to Metuchen

My name is Joao Rela, and I am the manager of TRAJJ. I am excited at the opportunity to connect with you and your community.

I am excited to express our interest in attending your upcoming event. At TRAJJ, we specialize in providing jiu-jitsu classes tailored specifically for children aged 4 to 14 years old. Our classes run from Tuesday to Friday, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to foster physical fitness, discipline, and confidence in young individuals.

We believe that events like yours provide an excellent platform for parents to learn more about the benefits of jiu-jitsu for their children. It would be our pleasure to share our expertise and insights with the attendees, offering them valuable information about our programs and the positive impact they can have on a child’s development.

In addition, we would like to extend a special offer to the families who attend the event. We would be delighted to provide a complimentary week-long trial of our jiu-jitsu classes for any child who is interested. This trial will give them the opportunity to experience firsthand the excitement and benefits of practicing jiu-jitsu in a safe and supportive environment.

To make the experience even more enjoyable, we are considering incorporating some fun and interactive games into the event. This will not only engage the children but also add an element of excitement to the proceedings.

We are eagerly anticipating your response and the opportunity to collaborate with you. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly.

Thank you for considering our proposal.

Warm regards,

JP

It would be a great opportunity for the parents to connect with bjj and possibily take the chance to bring the kids for a trial class.

In exchange to that I would like to open a free week trial for any kid that attend the event.

Possibly adding some games to it as well.

Looking forward to your response,

Thank you,
JP.