Musical Theater Camp for Lil’ Ones: Imagine Works
June 20, 2014Summer has begun and with it, kids are off to every type of camp imaginable. Today we’re featuring an awesome youth musical theater camp that starts next week (registration is still open!). What is it? Imagine Works is a youth musical theater summer camp located in the West Village that starts on July 14th. They Read more (…)
Target.com Shoppers Beware
June 9, 2014Saturday, I innocently walked in to Target with my return product in hand and my Target Red Card expecting a quick transaction. When to my frustration and surprise left the store 30 minutes later with my return product still in tow. What happened you ask? Not much. Within those 30 minutes I found out Target Read more (…)
It’s Coming, It’s Coming!
March 25, 2014Over the last five months, our team has been working tirelessly to perfect our new site and booking platform that will launch this June. The new platform will make the booking process quick, simple, and convenient for both our member families and our CareGivers. Yesterday evening, a few lucky CareGivers, member families, and our in-house Read more (…)
Minted
March 24, 2014Being a mom of five daughters, yes five! I’m ok (thrilled actually) with the fact that I will be planning weddings for the forseable future, followed by baby showers (twins most recently and I better have an excuse to plan for more!). Two weddings down and well into my third I am a self- professed Read more (…)
We’d Like to Introduce you to…. FUNBITES!
February 7, 2014Today we have a very special product we’d like to introduce you to before Valentine’s Day! When we had the opportunity to review the FunBites product, we were excited! We love easy products like this that make mealtime easier for kids and parents. About the product: FunBites is the first state of the art kitchen tool Read more (…)
Having a New Baby? Get Your Nanny, Get Your Baby Box!
September 19, 2013As you probably already know, it’s NANNY WEEK here at LLD, so we’ve been talking to a lot of new moms. A common theme keeps recurring — they are all, understandably, looking for anything and everything to help simplify their lives! So we figured this would be the perfect time to introduce many of you Read more (…)
Big Idea, Little Name
June 14, 2013We first discovered Little Name Design and met Alexis, designer and founder, at the Playtime NY tradeshow a couple of months ago. Playtime NY exhibits some of the best American and International children’s clothes collections, and Little Name Design really stood out! Each product is adorable and functional- and the fun catch- they’re all educational. Read more (…)
Jam with Jamie
May 23, 2013Have an upcoming party for your lil’ one? Check out Jam with Jamie! Your lil’ ones will love all the instruments and fun songs they can rock out to at parties, play groups, or events with Jam with Jamie. We asked Jamie a few questions about what she and her group can do for you! Read more (…)
Create, Explore, and Learn with Waverly
May 10, 2013Summer is fast approaching! Do you know how your daughters are going to be spending the summer yet? Well, we think you should check out Waverly, an amazing group of girls in CT and NYC exploring and growing through engaging and fun experiences! Here’s more about Waverly from its founder, Molly: Waverly is a chapter Read more (…)
Vintage Furniture for Modern Kids
May 3, 2013Finding the perfect furniture for your lil’ ones’ room can be a challenge. It’s sometimes hard to balance your aesthetic with a kid-friendly feel that your lil’ ones will enjoy. Lora Appleton, curator & co-founder of kinder MODERN, is our go-to for finding functional and playful pieces for lil’ ones that they will love! We asked Lora about what Read more (…)
Do the Monster Boogie!
April 26, 2013Are your lil’ ones afraid of monsters? They won’t be after seeing Wanda’s Monster! Lucky Lil’ Darlings was so excited to attend the opening night of “Wanda’s Monster the Musical” by Making Books Sing in NYC last Friday. A few of our sitters helped the lil’ ones get in the mood before the show by Read more (…)
Simple as ABC, 123!
March 14, 2013Letter and number primers are a necessity in any lil’ ones’ library, and we are in love with author and photographer Deborah Donenfeld’s beautifully photographed Baby ABC and Baby 123, two books that will captivate your lil’ ones. Deborah’s books are unique in that she uses black & white photographs of children and pops of color with Read more (…)
Finding a Way to Deal with Food Allergies
February 21, 2013Do your lil’ ones have food allergies and struggle with how to deal with those allergies? For some lil’ ones it can seem ostracizing and lead to feelings of loneliness, confusion and the idea that being “different” is bad. For one grandmother, food allergies became the motivation to write a special book for her granddaughter. Read more (…)
A Must See: Rockette’s 85th Anniversary Christmas Spectacular
December 6, 2012The Rockettes have always held a special spot in my heart. When I landed my first job out of college with the Radio City Rockettes I was over the moon. My job as coordinator was to manage a troupe of 200 women across the USA with their auditions/interviews, press appearances, shows, etc . Every year Read more (…)
Ho-Ho-Holiday Family Fun!
November 15, 2012Too cold to go ice skating but want to do something with the family? Need a little holiday cheer? Go see Buddy the Elf! Nothing will put a smile on your face like watching Buddy navigate the Big Apple in the hit Broadway musical: Elf The Musical! Two of LLD’s certified sitters checked out this Read more (…)
A Doggy Delight
September 27, 2012We all know that lil’ darlings come in all different shapes, sizes, personalities, and…breeds. Yup, that’s right, four-legged friends hold a special place in LLD’s heart and we are determined to find you the best resources for all the lil’ darlings in your life! We were so excited to be able to go to a Read more (…)
Add a Twist to baby gift giving with Makaboo
September 25, 2012I was searching high & low for the perfect gift for my sister when I found out she was having twins. I wanted something unique that would make her life a little easier with two lil’babies to take care of. Then I came across the adorable & durable 3 Sprouts Storage bin. It is the perfect Read more (…)
Snowcial: Snowy, Special & well…Social
September 17, 2012Snowcial, a children’s book written by Chelsea Prince, another former LLD sitter doing great things, who puts a whole new spin on “social network” in her newly-released book, Snowcial: An Antarctic Social Network Story. Based on the real life adventures of a family vacationing on a cruise in Antarctica, the book explores how Rory and Read more (…)
Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show
September 6, 2012Being a mom is a full-time job with tons of responsibilities, but it doesn’t mean you can’t be fashionable and enjoy current trends without breaking the bank. The MOMS, a lifestyle brand aimed specifically at mothers, teamed up with investors and designers in February to bring Strut: The Fashionable Mom Show to the runway during fashion Read more (…)
Shira & Friends
August 30, 2012Meet our newest addition to LLD…drum roll…Alison Gore! Her references were beyond compare, we had mothers crying on the phone because they loved her so much. You’ll be hearing a lot from our hardworking, sweet student from South Carolina as she will be a frequent voice on Lucky Lil’ Blog, our other social media, newsletter Read more (…)
Happy Chaos Friday’s:Top 5 Bedtime Stories
July 27, 2012In our house we are firm believers in routines and our nighttime routine is one of my favorites that I do not like to break. We call it the “3 B’s”…BATH, BOTTLE, and BEDTIME STORY!!!! I started this routine with my daughter when she was very little and it has paid off for a very Read more (…)
I never liked germs…
July 26, 2012As a former 5th grade teacher I was constantly around sneezing & coughing kids. I never had something like CleanWell in my classroom…and I wish I did! How easy would it have been to give each of the kids a squirt of CleanWell’s Instant Foaming Hand Sanitizer after recess or have each student wipe down Read more (…)
Happy Chaos Friday’s: West Side Green Baby Review
July 21, 2012Hello again everyone, it’s been quite a week. I took the plunge and decided to try out cloth diapers! I used a service called West Side Green Baby that allows you to try it out for the first week for free and then decide if it is for you or not. I think being able Read more (…)
Borrow Baby Couture, The Savvy Solution to Lil’ Ones Fashion
June 29, 2012We love kid’s fashion and we know you moms do too! Who doesn’t love dressing up their lil’ ones in the most fabulous new frock from the best designers in town. But when your lil’ ones are growing so quickly and they only get to wear their special pieces once or twice, we know it Read more (…)
Tried & Tested: LLD Focus Group
June 28, 2012Last night LLD hosted an introductory focus group with 8 of our NYC sitters where we informed, tested & discussed some local products & services. The sitters were introduced to VMV Hypoallergenics Mommycoddling All-Over Lotion, CleanWell’s Nature’s AntiBac Liquid Soap & Disinfectant spray, Sunology Sunscreen for Skin that prefers NO chemicals, Snikiddy Cheese Fries, MyGym Read more (…)
Sleepless Nights? Try PillowMob
June 22, 2012Up all night listening to your lil’ one yell “mommy! mommy!”? Exhausted & looking for a new savvy way to comfort your child when you can’t be right next to them? Try PillowMob. What is this creation? Basically it is a pillow with your face on it. So when your lil’ one finally goes down Read more (…)
go-to network for recent female grads
June 21, 2012I got a call a few weeks ago from a cheerful woman that works at Her Campus the #1 online community for college women. She just so happens to be BFF with a few of my NYC sitters. Her Campus…what a novel idea. Founded by three students while they were undergraduates at Harvard—Stephanie Read more (…)
Who you gonna call? HFC!
June 12, 2012We have exciting news for families traveling to the Hamptons this Summer! There is a new, elite, full service concierge service focused exclusively on families and children – Hamptons Family Concierge (HFC). They want to save you time and guesswork – by coordinating and scheduling all of your children’s activities and services. They guarantee the Read more (…)
3 Get Fit Tips for the Summer!
June 11, 2012Meet Aubrie Therrien a Personal Trainer and Health Coach based in NYC who works one-on-one with clients in their homes or home gym’s. She is a licensed exercise professional and holistic health counselor who is NCSF certified. Her specialties include Kettle Bell’s, Pre-Post Natal Training, Women’s Wellness and Nutrition, Weight Loss, TRX Strength Conditioning and Read more (…)
Confessions of a Scary Mommy
June 7, 2012Looking for an honest & irreverent look at motherhood? My friend (who is not yet a mom) recommended that I read Confessions of a Scary Mommy. She said you will just smile & then laugh out loud when you read this stuff… And I did. I chatted it up with the author Jill Smokler and Read more (…)
NEW travel companion to entertain & engage your lil’ one
June 5, 2012Check out LaZoo’s new app Let’s Color, a magical (and educational) new twist on children’s coloring books! It’s great for your car ride out east or for the plane ride cross country. Simply click here & download! Simply color a page, press the GO button, and watch your drawings come to life. A few dots Read more (…)
Turning Home-Made Pictures into Dolls?
May 21, 2012We came across Child’s Own Studio & thought what a cool idea. Making dolls out of home-made pictures. Now you can display your child’s art in a whole new form! We tracked down the founder Wendy Tsao & here is what she said… Tell us your story on how you started Child’s Own Studio? About Read more (…)
Check out BarkBox this weekend!
May 18, 2012“Earlier this week my furry, four-legged friend, Stella, was ‘lucky’ enough to receive a package in the mail from the good people at BarkBox. If you are looking for a great way to indulge your pet, or are looking for the perfect gift for a pet owner, BarkBox offers a monthly delivery of Read more (…)
Traveling to LA with baby? Call LA Bound Babies
May 17, 2012Working out your summer travel plans? On your way to LA? In need of a crib, stroller or car seat for your lil’ one? Don’t bother with the hassle of packing your equipment & those hefty shipping costs. LA Bound Babies is to the rescue. Our new friends & co-founders Francesca Pappagallo and Nicolle Endoso Read more (…)
LLD Sitters meet Lil’ Chef Sensation Jack Witherspoon!
May 14, 2012Jack Witherspoon, 11 year old cancer survivor & author of “Twist It Up” attends book signing in Grand Central on his first visit to NYC! Our LLD sitters had to meet this kid. Laura, Bridget & I (in photo above with Jack) stopped by the book signing to ask him questions about his recipes, learned Read more (…)
The Queens Mamas Expo is going to be FAB!
April 30, 2012Grab your kids (ages 0-5)! You’ll never believe what the Queens Mamas Expo this Saturday, May 5th, has to offer! While you learn about new baby products, shop the day away, get tons of free giveaways, and participate in workshops on parenting, your kids will have the opportunity to play with LLD Sitters in our Read more (…)
Book Your Overnight Sitter-It’s Date Night!
April 24, 2012A few of my member moms reached out to me recently asking if I had any date night dinner recommendations & a savvy hotel to suit. Of course I do. What a great idea; a one night couple getaway only a mile or two away from home. No real travel required. Just take a cab Read more (…)
LLD Austin Enjoys Baby Loves Disco & Meets Sunshine Photographers!
April 23, 2012A few of our Austin Sitters kicked off Baby Loves Disco Austin last week. It was the perfect indoor activity on a rainy day. LLD Sitters Mandy & Kelly helped kids create family trees through coloring. Another vendor nearby left early, so LLD jumped in to make sure all the kids were covered at the Read more (…)
Meet VMV: They are Skingenious
April 19, 2012Here’s a social media success story. I have been looking for a boutique skincare brand to align with LLD. Low and behold I reach out to a mother of two on Twitter, her posts are always chipper, hilarious and their brand focus surrounds the family. Love it. After a month of learning about their products Read more (…)
Celebrate Spa Week!
April 16, 2012It’s Spa Week! Live a Healthier, Happier, Better Life! I kicked off my celebration last week with a facial at VMV Hypoallergenics. Their shop makes you feel like you are beachside in the Hamptons. Check out their unique brand of hypoallergenic skincare, cosmeceuticals and make-up for women, men and children. It’s worth it, I promise! Read more (…)
The Best Hair Stylist in town!
April 12, 2012For nearly all my years in NYC I have been going to one hair stylist. Ilda. She is the hair stylist to many of my Radio City friends, The Rockettes themselves & staff. The mother of two recently added private consultations to her list of services to tailor to the hectic lives of city moms. Read more (…)
Proud Partners with Baby Loves Disco
April 9, 2012Lucky Lil’ Darlings is a proud partner of Baby Loves Disco, the most hip, child-friendly party around. From the dancing and crafts, to the great music and new friends you meet, it really is the best weekend activity. We know parents are always looking for something new and fun to do with the kids, and Read more (…)
How about the Parenting Magazine Ap!
March 23, 2012I was thinking how cool it would be to have an app for thosetimes when you have a quick question regarding your child. Yes Google helps, but it can be sovague and it takes time to review all of the options that come up. What if you need something really quick & easy? I researched Read more (…)
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