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Not So Perfect Parent Feature Articles

Let’s be frank, like you, the moment my son was born I was thrust into the comparison game. Everything I did, everything I bought, from baby bags to diapers, reflected what type of mom I am to the rest of the world. When I took my son to the pediatrician I waited anxiously for his “report card.” I swear that I felt I had failed when he wasn’t in the 80th percentile in all the categories of weight, height, etc. What pressure!

These articles are designed to remind you that A: you are not alone; B: even the best of us lose it over something as simple as a missing tennis shoe; and C: nobody is perfect. Not no-body, not no-how. Enjoy!

TODAY’S SPOTLIGHT

Pogo Sticks, Hula Hoops and 4 Square – Remember Those?
“Be Home Before Dark!” was the extent of my curfew when I was growing up. We were outside everyday after school playing Kick-the-Can and having Hula Hoop contests (which I lost EVERY time). The bad news is that we are so terrified of the real Boogie Man that’s out there lurking that we keep our kids pinned up and safe indoors. But I think we as parents can re-introduce our kids to some of our favorite childhood past-times – even if it is only in our driveway.
Plus – I was stunned how many calories you burn doing these activities – take a look!
Hopscotch –255 calories an hour
Dodgeball- 390 calories an hour
Pogo Stick- 600 calories an hour
Jump Rope- 750 calories an hour
Hula Hoop -800 calories per hour
So I say – grab a jump rope and some sidewalk chalk and Hop To It with your Kids!