Moms! Stay fit with Stroller Strides
March 21, 2012Vika Osipenko, mother of one beautiful lil’ girl, is the UWS’scontact for Stroller Strides, the country’s largest (and growing) strollerfitness program for moms. Stroller Strides has everything from prenatal classes calledFit4Baby and mommy classes after the lil’ ones are born called Body Back. Whata great way to stay fit throughout and after your pregnancy! And Read more (…)
LLD at Baby Loves Disco
March 20, 2012Last weekend LLD was lucky enough to meet so many kids and families at the Baby Loves Disco in Philadelphia at the Shampoo Lounge & New York City at Le Poisson Rouge. We had two lovely sitters, Brittany B and Kate T, who helped out with our interactive table that had fun activities to do Read more (…)
In a time crunch? We can help!
February 2, 2012Did anyone see the recent article in “The Wall Street Journal” Is a Babysitter the Answer? Click here to read. Basically this mother has managed without a sitter for years, but for the first time in her life the kid’s schedules are too hectic and she is in need of an extra pair of hands. She Read more (…)
Weekend Ideas for NY, CT, and LA LLD Families
January 27, 2012Want to mix up your weekend routine a little? With Januarycoming to a close, LLD has found some exciting events to kick off February andkeep your lil’ ones entertained for the whole weekend! First, for all you New Yorkers out there, it is an absoluteMUST to stop by some of these kid-friendly Chinese New Year Read more (…)
Weekend Must Do’s for Your Lil’ Ones
January 20, 2012Meetour new LLD sitter Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP who is a Manhattan based PersonalChef, Culinary Nutritionist, Whole Living Expert, Professional Recipe Developerand Food Writer specializing in simple Gluten-Free ‘Clean’ recipes for the home. Amie is the author of the blog, The Healthy Apple andthe Publisher and Marketing Director of theonline gluten-free magazine, Easy Eats. She workshands-on with families as a Personal Chef and HealthyFamily Pantry Read more (…)
New Family Friendly Center in Westchester!
January 14, 2012Looking for anew family friendly day activity? How about Westchester’s Ridge Hill center? Ichecked it out today and despite the chilly temps, it was perfect to walkaround and get some fresh air. They just newly opened, so only a few stores areup and running, but it was enough for me; GAP, Old Navy, H&M, Orvis,Desigual, Read more (…)
Dana’s Kids gives advice about New Years Resolutions
January 12, 2012Resolutions forthe New Year are often made and easily forgotten. When we set manageable goals, we’re more likely to stickwith our resolutions. Check outour friends at Dana’s Kids they believethat empowered parents create happy families. With that in mind, check out founder of Dana’s Kids DanaRosenbloom’s top 3 realisticparenting tips for starting the year off Read more (…)
We LOVE BuggyLOVE!
January 6, 2012Hey LLD check out what our new pal Kristy McLellan founderof BuggyLOVE has to say about what to do in NYC this weekend! It’s 27 degrees inNYC and we have an active 3 yr old. Since it’s warming up to a balmy 48 degreeson Sat, I decided to concoct a plan so my husband can Read more (…)
Emergency Mani/Pedi?? Nail Taxi NYC to the rescue!
January 5, 2012Have you ever been stuck in the office and really need that manicure? Nail Taxi can come to your rescue! Since 2005, Nail Taxi has been serving women by visiting them at their homes, in the hospital, at their office, and even at or before their weekend parties and providing them with top-notch manis and pedis. Read more (…)
Do you need to Cut the Clutter in your house?
December 30, 2011Do you throw everything to the floor in your closet when you are scampering for an outfit? Is your office a dangerous war zone littered with piles of paper about to collapse everywhere you move? Cut the Clutter can help you! Founded in 2008 by a Long Island native, Natalie Schrier, Cut the Clutter can Read more (…)
Want to ring in the New Years before bedtime?
December 28, 2011Happy holidays & almost new year LLD! If you’re in NYC for New Years- Ring in the New Year Before Bedtime with this cool event we found from a recent Diva Moms newsletter!New Years Eve Family Parties!Balloons, Face Painting and More! Saturday, December 31st 2pm-6pm Atlantic Grill East SideBill’s Bar & Burger Rockefeller CenterBills’s Bar and Read more (…)
Pure Yoga East Hosts LLD for CPR & Fire Safety Training
December 5, 2011Thanks to all of our LLD sitters who attended our Annual Fire Department of NewYork (FDNY) CPR & Fire Safety Training hosted this year by PureYoga East! It was fun to meet new local families outside of Pure Yogaprior to our training-thank goodness it was warm! Mackie, Bridget &Jennifer all stick out as stellar salesladies! Read more (…)
LLD Approved Holiday Card Recommendations!
December 3, 2011The window may have already passed toorder holiday cards, but I am behind, hopefully a few of you can relate! I came across these fun holiday cardrecommendations from a StrollerTraffic newsletter that I really liked. Can’t wait to see all the holidaycards from our LLD families! Neon. Neon colors aregoing to be hot this year. Hand-writtennoteon Read more (…)
The Soft Serve Fruit Co. has some sweet treats for LLD
December 1, 2011I had the pleasure tomeet with former Assistant NYC District Attorney, do-it-all mother ofthree young children and sweet tooth crackerjack, Chloe Epstein who justhappens to be one of the three master minds behind The Soft Serve Fruit Co.Obviously I fell in love right away. First her business revolves around thefamily. Second she serves healthy, delicious Read more (…)
A HEALTHY HOLIDAY & WHAT TO BUY ORGANIC – by Rebecca Kittle
November 29, 2011The Holidays are in full swing. Thanksgiving has come and gone and December’s heavy event calendar is around the corner: office parties, family gatherings, neighborhood bashes…and the food frenzy. Is it impossible to be healthy? Creating a nutrient rich diet is harder than you think especially on the go. Studies have proven that because of the Read more (…)
One Ohio Mom’s Quest for Babysitting
November 26, 2011Beforehaving a family I thought I didn’t have enough time to do get things done;laundry, grocery shopping, cleaning… boy was I wrong! Now being a wife, mother of two youngchildren, and working full time as a teacher outside of Cleveland, Ohio I’m notsure there is any time for any of those things, especially a night Read more (…)
Happy Thanksgiving! LLD has some super steals for you!
November 24, 2011Happy Thanksgiving to allour LLD families! I hope everyone is having a relaxing night with the familywhile filling themselves with scrumptious turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes.I’m about to dive into a freshly baked pumpkin pie with some pecan ice cream onthe side. Yum! After you’ve stuffed yourself to the brim and curled up on thecouch Read more (…)
Holiday Kick-off with the Rockettes & MomTrends
November 21, 2011Last week was my official kick-offto the holiday season. As I sit here listening to Bing Crosby on Pandora, I amstill thinking of the new video game number in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. I see theRockettes perform every year, and every time it gets better, and I always leavethe show amazed. Nothing makes me Read more (…)
Who’s Your Doula?
November 18, 2011Have you ever thought that healthcare has become a little less personal than it has been in the past? Maybe moms want and need a more dedicated, personal, and continuous helper? Well Lindsay O’Brien is a birth doula in the New York area and she does just that. If you don’t know what a doula Read more (…)
The Polka Dot Pear! The cutest clothes out there!
November 17, 2011This week LLD had the chance to talk to a crafty mom who started her own online business using Etsy. If you didn’t already know, Etsy is an online marketplace where small businesses that sell handmade, vintage, and craft supplies. It’s unique because sellers build a great sense of community and give each other helpful Read more (…)
Woodloch Resort, The Perfect Escape
November 16, 2011Remember Charlie the lil’ boy in The Santa Claus when he was whisked off to the North Pole by Santa ‘his dad’ and that look on his face when he entered Santa’s workshop? That is how I felt when I went to Woodloch Resort last week. It is rare, as an adult in the big Read more (…)
Date Night Sitter Check List
November 15, 2011Never leave home without it! Here are a few of my recommendations I have learned along the way: 1. Give your sitter a tour. Show your sitter the kids rooms, point out dangerous areas you want the kids to stay away from and give specific instructions on how things work; baby monitor, TV, security system, Read more (…)
Chess NYC and LLD!
November 11, 2011This week LLD was lucky enough to talk to Chess NYC about how they got their feet on the ground and what events are coming up on their calendar. Chess NYC is the perfect combination of what they call mind, body, and soul. They bring people together who love chess through tournaments, lessons, and other Read more (…)
BIG CITY MOMS BIGGEST BABY SHOWER EVENT IS A HIT WITH EXPECTING MOMS
November 10, 2011Tuesday night was shower night. Big City Moms (BCM) Biggest Baby Showerthat is. First, the venue pick was stellar, I love Metropolitan Pavilion plenty ofspace and the perfect location in the city. Good thing all the new expecting moms camewith an appetite. BCM partnered with BigDaddy’s Diner who supplied beef sliders, and The Soft Serve Read more (…)
LLD and the Baby Loves Disco Dance Party!
November 8, 2011Last Saturday, November 5th, LLD hosted the Cool Kiddie Tattoo Table in Park Slope outside of NYC. From 1 – 4 kids rocked out to a fab DJ, snacked on lil’ munchies, and danced the afternoon away. We had the pleasure of helping some adorable kids stick on some even cuter temporary tattoos. There were Read more (…)
intenSati, the new way for moms to work out
November 5, 2011Hey moms! Are you sick of your routine at the gym? Can’t get yourself to jump back on the same old treadmill or elliptical? We have the inside scoop from Jolynn Baca about intenSati, a revolutionary way of working out. IntenSati is a high-energy cardio workout that incorporates aerobics, martial arts, and endurance exercises and Read more (…)
HELP! My Baby Won’t Nurse!
November 4, 2011When I was pregnant, I spent a lot of time thinking aboutwhat my life would be like once the baby was born. It was so hard to imaginewhat it would feel like to be a mom. I could understand the concept, but it wasnearly impossible to fathom a person who wasn’t born yet. Even so, Read more (…)
LLD’s Hope 2.0 Plan
November 2, 2011One ofmy sitters and good friends sent me an article from The Economist “The Year of Hope 2.0” byArianna Huffington. I always liked Arianna ever since I saw her speak at Radio City back in 2008. I have beenmeeting with professional, smart women now more than ever who are looking forwork and trying to keep Read more (…)
Stock up with CleanWell this Season
November 1, 2011Its holidayseason, but it is also cold season. Stock up for the holidays and be preparedto fight off that cold with CleanWell! LLD was happy to attend one of thecoolest kiddie Halloween parties last night, equippedwith a blow up house, Halloween music, costumes, themed goodies and more! Asthe ‘hall monitor’ for all the kids I Read more (…)
My Adventures in Babysitting, by Laurie Keith
October 28, 2011What does it take to be a good sitter? Someone asked me that the other day and it made me think about my approach when it comes to meeting a new family and building a relationship with their children. I believe successful babysitters have to have to demonstrate two things: building a personal connection with Read more (…)
How young is too young for a babysitter?
October 26, 2011As the oldest of five girls, yes five! I have spent much of my life as a mother’s helper for my own mom. That background and experience is without a doubt what led me to run Lucky Lil’ Darlings (LLD). My mother always believed (and I now agree) that a 12 year-old is too young Read more (…)
Baby Loves Disco Event & LLD
October 24, 2011Only in NYC are kids taken underground for a cool dance experience with a rockin’ out DJ, yummy organic snacks, puppet making and more! It all came alive this Halloween at the Baby Loves Disco event held at Le Poisson Rouge down on Bleeker. LLD hosted the popular puppet making table sponsored by Creativity for Read more (…)
spooktacular themed snack
October 22, 2011It’s almost Halloween and I love it! I am spending the weekend out in Locust Valley with one of our LLD families. Long Island has it all for fall; the changing of the leaves, the smell of crisp fall air, pumpkin picking…ahhhh country. Well sort of. My favorite thing about Halloween is hosting a gathering Read more (…)
A Lil’ Blurb from our President
October 17, 2011I spent some of my Sunday Funday at the New Parents Expo meeting with mom-targeted brands, local families, trying new products and more! I was happy to hear they had a bag check as I am the NYC bag lady, always carrying my life with me. I was invited to attend on behalf of Lucky Read more (…)
Beauty, Fashion and Event Planning tips from stylEast Group!
October 13, 2011Hey moms! Are you ready for some great fashion, event planning, and style advice? Well, you’re in luck! This week LLD had the opportunity to interview with an expert from stylEast Group, an event planning and beauty company, and we have answers for you. StylEast Group does everything from fashion consultations to spray tanning, and Read more (…)
PHILLY MOMS NEED A BABYSITTER LAST MINUTE?
October 11, 2011Need a babysitter at the last minute? Wish you could find acpr/ first-aid trained babysitter that you can trust? Do you needa regular babysitter for date night?Need an extra pair of handson your next vacation? Well…you are in “luck”! Lucky Lil’ Darlings (LLD) is a dependable family care solutions company equipped with a hand-selected group Read more (…)
Lucky Lil’ Lunches RAIN LOCATION ANNOUNCED FOR THIS SATURDAY OCT 1ST!!
September 29, 2011Want to enjoy a leisurely lunch with your husband, wife or friends? Wish you could find a cpr/ first-aid trained babysitter that you can trust? Well…you are in “luck”! Let us take the kids! Drop off your lucky lil’ darlings for a rainy day at the museum from 12-2pm on Saturday, Oct. 1st meet in Read more (…)
HEMSTEAD MEET & GREET CANCELED FOR TODAY!! PLEASE READ
September 29, 2011DUE TO THE HOLIDAY TODAY LLD IS RESCHEDULING THE HEMPSTEAD MEET & GREET. PLEASE CONTACT INFO@LUCKYLILDARLINGS.COM FOR MORE INFO. WE WILL RESCHEDULE (HEMPSTEAD)LONG ISLAND IN THE NEXT WEEK AS WELL AS ADD PHILADELPHIA AS A TOUR STOP. STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
A Lucky Lil’ Lunchtime
September 23, 2011All you busy moms and dads out there, would you like to have a leisurely lunch without the kids? Next Saturday, October 1st, now you can! Let Lucky Lil’ Darlings take the kids for a couple hours while you go to lunch with your husband, wife, or friends. LLD’s Picnic in the Park will run Read more (…)
Brooklyn Mamas loved LLD!
September 21, 2011We were so pleased with the turnout at the Brooklyn meet & greet last week and how many great moms now know about LLD. We were even more excited to hear that moms loved us too! Courtney S, a local Brooklyn mom of a beautiful little girl, said this about her experience at the meet Read more (…)
Most Lucky Lil’ Darling of the Week
September 20, 2011This hilarious video is of an adorable little baby who seems to think his mom sneezing is the scariest/funniest thing he’s ever seen! We think this is the most darling thing of the week.http://www.collegehumor.com/video/6453564/baby-terrified-when-mom-blows-nose Keep posted for more updates about the LLD Tour! Don’t forget to check our facebook at www.facebook.com/luckylildarlings and follow us @Luckylildarling
Thanks to all the Brooklyn families and sitters for coming out!
September 19, 2011Our first meet and greet event was super successful! We loved meeting with a bunch of moms, dads, enthusiastic potential sitters, and some of the most darling kids around. Isn’t this lil’ darling just the cutest? The venue, 61 local, was quite the festive atmosphere, perfect for mingling and chit-chatting with everyone that came out. Read more (…)
HEY BROOKLYN MAMAS!
September 12, 2011Need a babysitter at the last minute? Wish you could find a cpr/ first-aid trained babysitter that you can trust? Do you need a regular babysitter for date night? Need an extra pair of hands on your next vacation? Well…you are in “luck”! Lucky Lil’ Darlings (LLD) is a dependable family care solutions company equipped Read more (…)
Lucky Lil’ Darlings Casting Calls!!
August 24, 2011Lucky Lil’ Darlings Goes on Tour! We are looking for experienced, dependable, college-educated (or currently in school) sitters to join our family care solutions company, specializing in placements for: · Babysitting · Nannying · Vacation/Weekend Help · Event staffing · Pet-sitting · Tutoring · House-sitting · Mentoring We will be touring the tri-state area and Read more (…)
Three fun and tasty things to do with a watermelon!
July 22, 2011During a hot summer afternoon, slicing into a nicely chilled watermelon sounds like paradise! Disney’s Family Fun website has found some fun and creative ways to eat this delicious fruit. Make a Melon ManorFirst, scoop out all of the delicious fruit of the watermelon and place them in a bowl. We like to use a Read more (…)
Happy Father’s Day!
June 19, 2011We want to wish a Happy Father’s Day to all our Dads!! We hope you all enjoy your special day and have so much fun with the family!
Lucky L’il Darlings at BrightZoo’s Private Trunk Show
May 11, 2011Just a friendly reminder that BrightZoo is hosting a private trunk show sales event today and tomorrow, featuring popular children’s brands, sizes newborn to 8 years – organized and curated by Modern Mommy. Portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Autism Society of America. Date: Tuesday, May 10th and Wednesday, May 11th Time: Read more (…)
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