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Summer 2012

FAMILY •HOME •WELLNESS

Serving Maryland’s Anne Arundel, Howard and Queen Anne’s counties

A Local Resource Guide for Moms

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• Protecting Your Child’s Skin From The Summer Sun - page 8 • How to Find the Right Nanny - page 14 • Organizing the Kids’ Artwork and School Papers - page 18

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Smart Beauty Products From a Skinnygirlby Kristy Christman One of my guilty plea-

sures is watching a couple of reality TV shows, and my favorite reality TV personality is Bethenny Frankel, aka: “Skinnygirl.” People either love or hate Bethenny Frankel. I love Bethenny Frankel because she is driven, hardworking, direct and no nonsense. So when I heard that she had expanded her empire into makeup and beauty products, I had to try them. I went onto her website and was surprised to learn the new line is sold at Walmart.



So I went running to my local Walmart, where I found an entire end-cap display of Skinnygirl products. I was like a kid in a candy store.

From body wash to night cream and some other items in between, there was a wide variety to choose from. I decided to try two prod-ucts that were of particular inter-est to me. The “Shimmering Lip Balm” and the “Tinted Moistur-izer with SPF 15.”

I was impressed by the prices and found them reasonable. The lip balm was $4.97 and the tinted moisturizer rang in at $10.97. Not bad, right?

Let me say, I love the lip balm. It has shea butter in it and goes on very smooth. It left my lips feel-ing very soft, not heavy or greasy, and there was no funky odor or taste. The amount of shimmer was subtle and I have worn the balm by itself and atop my favorite lip color. Love this!

The tinted moisturizer was pretty good, too. It comes in three dif-ferent shades to choose from and has a brush applicator. The mois-turizer goes on smooth and lasts for hours. It doesn’t feel heavy, greasy or cakey, and it didn’t cause any breakouts. This product will be great on those hot summer days when you don’t want to wear a full face of foundation or powder but still want some color and SPF protection.

I give both of these products a huge thumbs up. Not only is Bethenny Frankel a Skinnygirl, but it appears she is a Smartgirl too.

I for one will be rockin’ these products this summer (especially at the beach and while playing outside with my boys), and I can’t wait to try more of the Skinnygirl line. I’m already eyeing-up the plumping lip glosses!

From one Smartgirl to another ...

Kristy Christman, a registered nurse and children’s book author, lives in Pasadena with her husband and three young boys. Read more about her at BeHappie.net.

What Moms-To-Be Should Know About Chiropractic Care

PREGNANCYRegular chiropractic care in pregnancy helps promote balance, alignment and flexibility. Many women report less morning sickness and feel healthy throughout their pregnancy. Chiropractic care can relieve and prevent the pain and discomfort frequently experienced in pregnancy, creating an environment for an easier, safer delivery. It is a safe and effective way to help the spine and pelvis cope with the rapid changes by restoring a state of balance. In fact, most women have found that chiropractic care helped them avoid the use of pain medications during their pregnancy, and studies have shown that chiropractic adjustments help to reduce time in labor.

Labor and bIrthMothers who get adjusted seem to require less high tech intervention, resulting in shorter, less traumatic deliveries. With proper nerve supply, effective contractions help move the baby more easily through the birth path. also, when a baby is comfortable, he or she can assume the optimal birth position resulting in a faster, simpler labor and birth.

Post deLIveryChiropractic care is beneficial to both mother and baby after delivery. even natural births can stress a baby’s spine. a chiropractic check up for your newborn can make for an easier start to breastfeeding. breastfeeding problems arise if a baby is unable to comfortably turn its head. you can relax knowing that a light touch is used to make adjustments safe, comfortable and effective.

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Summer is here, and it’s a wonderful time of year for children to spend time outside. But before you hit the great outdoors, remember to take a few simple precautions to protect your child’s skin from the harmful effects of the sun.

Fifty to 80 percent of lifetime sun exposure comes during childhood, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, just a few serious sunburns can increase the risk of developing skin cancer later in life.

Parents should be especially cau-tious in the summertime, which can pack a triple punch for sunburn risk. More skin is exposed since chil-dren are lightly clothed in bathing

suits, shorts and t-shirts; the sun is stronger in the summer than during other seasons; and if you’re enjoy-ing activities at a beach or pool, rays reflect off the water and sand, which increases your exposure.

Protection with sunscreenThe American Academy of Der-matology (AAD) recommends that children and adults use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun pro-tection factor (SPF) of at least 30.

Reid Raleigh, a physician assistant at Annapolis Dermatology Associ-ates explains, “Broad-spectrum means the sunscreen blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Today, almost all sunscreens are broad-spectrum.”

by Beth Crabtree

What You Need to Know About Protecting Your Child’s Skin From the Summer Sun

What’s the difference

between UVA and UVB rays?

Parents may think the higher the SPF number the better, but does a higher number really offer more protection? Erin Brimhall, a mother of three and certified registered nurse practitioner at Anne Arundel Dermatology says a SPF of 30 is adequate because there is such a small increase in protection with SPFs over 30.

Spray or rub-in?Sunscreens come in many forms, including ointments, creams, sprays and sticks. Sprays are easy to apply to children, and they are especially nice for applying to older children, who may not want you touching them all over. Just make sure the child isn’t in-haling the products, which tend to hang in the air. Gels are good for the top of the heads of babies and toddlers (and grandpas), who may not have enough hair to protect the scalp. Stick-based sunscreens are good to use around the eyes because you have more control and they don’t run or drip as easily.

Apply and reapply?Plan ahead and apply sunscreen before the kids are about to run out the door. “I always stress that it’s important to thoroughly apply sunscreen about a half an hour before exposure to the sun,” says Brimhall.

“The real challenge is the reapplica-tion,” she adds. “I recommend reap-plying every two hours unless the child has been actively swimming or

The important thing to know is that they’re both damaging to the skin, and overexposure to either can cause cancer.

• UVA rays prematurely age the skin, and cause wrinkles and age spots. UVA rays pass through window glass.

• UVB rays are the pri-mary cause of sunburn. UVB rays are blocked by window glass.

sweating. In that case, you should really reapply it sooner. There was a study last summer that suggested sunscreen is really only effective for 45 minutes if a child is swim-ming or sweating a lot.”

Raleigh concurs, “Even if the prod-uct says it’s waterproof, it wears off and needs to be reapplied. I suggest that parents set up a base camp that is in the shade, under an umbrella

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Up to 80 percent of the sun’s rays can reach us on cloudy days.

Protecting infants’ skinIt’s best to keep babies younger than six months out of direct sunlight. When that’s not possible, cover them with lightweight clothing. Sunscreen

This summer, you’ll find some helpful

changes to the labels on sunscreen products.

By order of the Food and Drug Administration sunscreen labels will begin to provide consumers with more information, including whether the product: •

Protects against UVA and UVB rays

• Reduces the risk of skin cancer

and early skin aging in addition to protecting against sunburn

• Is water-resistant up to

40 or 80 minutes

or tree. Let the kids go play, but have them return about once every hour to reapply. Parents can tell the kids that it’s a snack or juice break, but use the break as an opportunity to reapply sunscreen.”

Ingredients to look for“Key ingredients for children are clear zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and the mineral sunscreens. They are safe and quite effective,” says Brimhall.

Many broad-spectrum sunscreens are safe chemical barriers. Alterna-tively, physical blocks or chemical-free sunscreens are usually the ones that contain titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide. The AAD recommends that individuals with sensitive skin-look for products containing these ingredients. (Although they’re good for sensitive skin, one drawback to zinc and similar ingredients is they can leave a visible white film.)

“Sunscreens with ingredients such as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide will block the sun, but they may leave you looking white,” warns Raleigh. Try looking for clear zinc oxide or choose one with a safe dye that makes it more appealing to chil-dren. One summer, my preschool-ers delighted in wearing purple sun block to the pool. Don’t forget lips, ears, the back of the neck, and hands and feet. Remember, too, that sunscreen isn’t just for sunny days.

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Also, since every sunscreen even-tually washes off, manufacturers will no longer be able to claim that their products are waterproof or sweatproof.

can be applied to small areas of the body, such as the back of the hands and face.

“The recommendation is to hold off on sunscreen until four to six months of age, but if an infant is going to be exposed, there are zinc oxide powders that are safer to use than to leave them unprotected,” says Brimhall.

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Some clothing comes with an Ultra-violet Protection Factor (UPF) value. UPF ratings range from 15 (good) to 50 (excellent). With any fabric, the tighter the weave, the better the pro-tection. To boost the UPF of clothing, colorless dyes are available as laundry products and can increase the UPF to equal an SPF of 30.

Hats also provide important protec-tion. Both Raleigh and Brimhall recommend them for children.

“Hats and protective shirts are a must. If the hat does not shade the ears, ap-ply clear zinc oxide to their ears and

lips also,” Brimhall advises. The trick will be keeping the hat on the child. For babies and toddlers, it’s important to find a style that is comfortable. Otherwise, they will pull them off in a nanosecond. For older children, look for trendy hats that will make a fashion statement. Wide, flat-brimmed baseball caps are popular for boys. For girls, Roxy and other daughter-approved brands are showing floppy sun hats on models this summer.

Protect their eyes According to the American Optomet-ric Association, children’s eyes are



at great risk for ultraviolet damage because their lens is very transparent, which allows more short wavelength light to reach the retina. In addi-tion, kids generally spend more time outdoors than adults do. Long-term exposure without proper protection may cause eye conditions that can lead to a variety of vision disorders, such as age-related cataracts.

Protect your child’s eyes with sun-glasses that have 99 or 100 percent UVA and UVB protection that block out 75 to 90 percent of visible light.

Polycarbonate lenses are the most impact-resistant lenses and the best for active children. Gray-tinted lenses will

provide the most natural color vision. Hats provide additional protection by shielding the eyes from up to 50 percent of the sun’s rays.

Inspire copy catsThe best way to teach your child to protect her skin and eyes is to model healthy habits. Your child wants to be like you. If you are wearing sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, your child will want to do the same, so set a good example.

at great risk for ultraviolet damage because their lens is very transparent, which allows more short wavelength light to reach the retina. In addi-tion, kids generally spend more time outdoors than adults do. Long-term exposure without proper protection may cause eye conditions that can lead to a variety of vision disorders, such as age-related cataracts.

Protect your child’s eyes with sun-glasses that have 99 or 100 percent UVA and UVB protection that block out 75 to 90 percent of visible light.

Polycarbonate lenses are the most impact-resistant lenses and the best for active children. Gray-tinted lenses will

provide the most natural color vision. Hats provide additional protection by shielding the eyes from up to50 percent of the sun’s rays.

Inspire copy catsThe best way to teach your child to protect her skin and eyes is to model healthy habits. Your child wants to be like you. If you are wearing sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, your child will want to do the same, so set a good example.

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Starting the search to find a nanny for your family can feel like an overwhelming process. However, if you do your homework, ask the right questions, and trust your instincts, it is possible to find a wonderful and loving nanny for your child or children.

Finding potential candidates

Searching on your own by placing an ad in a local publication, online, via community groups, or getting a referral from friends is a route that many families take.

Other families opt to use a nanny referral agency. Placement agen-cies locate and prescreen candi-dates, as well as conduct extensive background checks, before sending nannies to meet families. Agencies work with both parties to ensure a solid match, and often work as intermediaries when conflicts arise. You can successfully find a nanny whichever route you choose. The key is that the more involved and proactive you are, the more success you’ll have.

How to Find the Right Nanny for Your Family

Make a list of your requirementsBefore starting the interview process with potential candidates, figure out exactly what you’re looking for in a nanny. Think about the hours you require, the amount of experience you’re looking for, your childcare phi-losophy, and whether any household duties will be involved in the job. In order to avoid misunderstandings and confusion down the line, it’s essential that you’re upfront with an applicant from the start about what working as a nanny for your family will entail.

Conduct an interviewAsk specific questions during the interview. In order to find the best possible caregiver for your child, be prepared to ask questions about how a

By Christine Lasser

Finding potential candidates3

Make a list of your requirements requirements3

Conduct an interview3


potential nanny might handle spe-cific situations. (This could include addressing how the person would handle crying spells, emergencies, and tantrums.) Your child should be part of the process. Whether your son or daughter is an infant or of school age, it’s a good idea to have your child present for at least part of the interview. That way, you can get a sense of how your child (or children) and potential nanny will interact.

Check references and conduct a background check

Investigating a nanny’s previous relationship with employers isessential. Make sure you run local, state and federal background checks that cover criminal history, the sex offender registry, driving records, alias search, address trace, Social Se-curity verification, as well as a social media check.

Trust your instinctsParents should listen to their instincts and remember that the nanny they hire will be a part of their family’s life. They should ask themselves, “Will this person fit in well with our family and work well with our children?”

A nanny is a wonderful addition to your child’s life, and a loving and experienced caregiver allows you the

peace of mind of knowing your child is well cared for.

Finding the right nanny for your family will require time and pa-tience. But once you’ve selected the right person, the long-term rewards will be more than worth the effort.

TIP: The International Nanny Associ-ation (nanny.org) is a great resource for information about hiring a nanny.

Trust your instincts

Parents should listen to their instincts 3

Check references and conduct a 3 Christine Lasser is the owner of Naptown

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Feet on the StreetNesting’s column about fun stuff to do with kids, as recommended by a kid!

Have a Very Happy Birthday!

By Lucy O’Brien

This year my mom and I were strug-gling to decide where to have my birthday party.

I was turning the big 1-0, and I wanted to do something different

and unique.

While out and about, my mom came across a new business, The

Annapolis Sweet Shoppe, and lucky for me they specialize in birthday parties! A truly nostalgic store, The Annapolis Sweet Shoppe is like tak-ing a step back in time; it’s beauti-fully decorated and full of the most scrumptious candy and treats. My eight friends and I got to play candy-oriented games and crafts, and we even dressed up like giant M&Ms. The Sweet Shoppe has a big screen TV and the Willy Wonka movie was

playing as were some cool, old-time candy commercials. My mom said the party was a great deal because it included so much. Each of my guests received a soda from the old-fash-ioned soda machine, candy bars from my candy bar cake, a cool bucket to fill with the bulk candy of their choice, and lots of fun crafts and games. For an extra charge, the shop will bring in pizza from a nearby piz-zeria. This was by far one of the best parties ever!

The Annapolis Sweet Shoppe is located at 103 Annapolis Street, West Annapolis, 443-837-6860.

When my brother was turning 6, he had a really fun and energetic party at Rolly Pollies.

Of course I was only two, but look-ing back it was super fun! You can celebrate any occasion at Rolly Pollies . . . birthdays, graduations, holidays, you name it! Rolly Pollies has great, energetic, active games full of excitement and creativity.

Parties so fun, so unique, even really little kids will remember them for years to come

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Rolly Pollies is full of adventure for your active little one. Climb a rock wall, bounce high in the moon bounce or on trampolines, and zoom away along the zip line!

The Rolly Pollies party package includes 2-½ hours of fitness frolic and, most importantly, fun! It allows up to 20 children not including your birthday star or siblings. Rolly Pol-lies provides everything you need, including custom invitations, bal-loons, napkins, paper plates, utensils.

Set up and cleanup is all done by the party experts at Rolly Pollies. The birthday child will receive 20 percent off a nine-week class of his or her choice as a special gift. Rolly Pollies offers infant and toddler classes that include gymnastics, mu-sic, sign language and art, and it has parents night outs, tween yoga and Zumba classes.

For more information, visit rollypollies.com or call the Severna Park (410-544-9002) or Crofton (410-721-3780) locations. Lucy O’Brien, newly 10, was assisted in writing this article by Nesting’s publisher (aka: her mother, Kim).

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Paper is everywhere. Several years’ worth of children’s paintings clutter one bulletin board. Worksheets and tests consume the kitchen counter. The dining room is heaped with old projects. Tests and handouts disguise the desk.

Uncertainty about what to do with all of the work and treasures kids bring home can create an uncomfortable and unproductive home in no time. When a change is needed, it’s time to gather up the papers and make some decisions.

Get started Separate the papers into the following categories, and make separate piles for each child: • artwork, large and small • journals and writing samples • worksheets • special notes • awards and certificates • easy-to-toss (don’t worry about thinning this pile out right now, but if it’s a no-brainer to do so, pitch it)

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Be chooseyIs there too much paper to realistically store? Now’s the time to get selective. Ask yourself these types of questions: • “Does this paper represent my child’s thoughts, personality or ability?”• “Do I need 10 of these where one sample will do?”• “Do I love it? Does my child love it?”• “Would this make a nice gift?” • “Is keeping the paper worth the space it’ll take to store?” • “Should it be displayed?”

Your “No” answers will help tell you what to do.

TIP: Keep wish lists, spontaneous letters, and “to Mom” art and love notes in special

folders, one for each child. Trust me on this one.

Enough already! You’ve de-cided what you’re keeping from the past, but more paper is coming! Based on what’s in front of you, create a plan for incoming papers. Perhaps new art will replace the exist-ing piece on a bulletin board. The rest can remain in a storage container un-der the bed with a plan to go through it together at the end of the school year.

folders, one for each child. Trust me on this one.

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A folder can be kept to store examples of excellence. A notebook can keep writing samples. Kids will often save what is important to them. So check before tossing. Show your prideThe refrigerator or a bulletin board is a great place to display special achievements, everything from a “best helper” award to a college ac-ceptance letter. Special pieces of art can be shown off in front-loading, cabinet style frames that store, as well as display, treasures. These are also useful for collages or multi-media pieces with lots of feathers and glit-ter. Oversized pieces of art can be photographed and the printed versions given as gifts.

Endless possibilitiesConsider your space, budget and time when selecting storage containers. Do the math. One album of schoolwork per child, per year, will take up how much space? If you choose to store their creations in stacked pizza boxes, how much vertical space will those boxes require? Artist quality albums protect and display large art work beautifully, but they’re expensive. They hold 48 large pieces and are slim, so maybe they’re worth it? If space is at a minimum, consider scanning. Do you want to make scrapbooks? Do you have the time? Be realistic, and don’t forget to label the keepsakes. (Trust me on that one, too.)




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Follow the rulesYou’ve evaluated and set rules for categorizing, thinning, displaying and storing the kids’ creations. Also plan for when and how the saved papers will get to their assigned locations. Will they be dropped into a box as they come into the house, to be sorted during the summer? Can you address this task daily or weekly? Pick a method that suits your and your child’s schedule, and then muster the resolve to follow through. Make it a priority and make it fun. You’ll know the system you chose was too compli-cated if paper begins to take over the

countertops again. Reevaluate, then simplify.

Hint: If you don’t have the time to attack all of the paper now, start on the incoming and the big pile later. Get a banker’s box and begin a simple file system, coldly tossing when possible. In no time you’ll recognize the pattern and volume of what is coming in. If it’s too much paper to make decisions as you go, then it’s too much paper too keep. Have rules in place for elimina-tion: all worksheets, out; one test per class from the first month and last, keep; dated announcements, toss; if it stirs your heart, keep, definitely keep.



Terry L. Cooch is a mother of six, professional organizer, and owner of TLC Home Professional Organization Services. Her website is mytlchome.com.

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