Mama help

Today Cafe
No kids' menu and little room to roam »
Burton's 'Alice' better left down hole
The movie rants and raves, sputters and squeals. »
My son is shy around others. What to do?
Answer: Don't worry. »
'There's an Alligator Under My Bed'
Another original children's show at The Rose »
Flavors
No kids menu, but chef will hook you up with food for the young 'uns. »
Ask a Pediatrician: Is it OK to let my child play with my old cell phone?
Not really, Dr. Mel says. »
Ask a Pediatrician: My kid's stomach hurts. Is he constipated?
Probably, says Dr. Mel. Here's what you can do. »
Ask a Pediatrician: I'm worried about my son's weight.
Talk to your doctor, Dr. Mel says.

And limit screen time and unhealthy snacks. »
Dante Pizzeria Napoletana
The pizza is good. And there's bocce ball. »
Percy Jackson & the Olympians
Reviews are calling it an inferior Harry Potter wannabe, but the flick looks fun for young teens and tweeners. »
Clothespins in a bottle
What you need:

Empty milk jug

String

Clothespins (slotted, not spring)

What you do: »
'When in Rome'
Harmless date movie but not very good. »
Dario's Brasserie
No kids' menu.

But the chef is happy to whip up grilled cheese, mild pasta or cheesy crepes. »
Heart necklaces
Just in time for Valentine's Day »
Dragon Cafe Express
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with affordable Chinese-American food. »
'Dear John'
Acting makes weepy movie passable »
Rewarding good behavior
How best to encourage that stuff we like »
Temper tantrums: What to do
There is hope. »
Bean box
While the weather continues to keep kiddos out of the sandbox, try this instead. »
Goo
Make your own silly putty. Why not? »
'Extraordinary Measures' fine for kids
But probably too talky »
Rock Bottom Gold Medal Tap
Even though it's a bar, kids can eat here. »
Green poop? Or yellow? Which is better for my infant?
Dr. Mel gives us the down and dirty. »
Pitch Coal-Fire Pizzeria
No kids menu and no good place to wait for a table when it's busy, but what kid doesn't like pizza? Go ahead and bring 'em. »
‘Tooth Fairy' won't find many believers
The sugary blend of “Enchanted” and “Monsters, Inc.” will make you want to brush midway through. »
Oobleck!
Just like in the Dr. Seuss story, this green stuff is fun to squish. »
Week in movies
Bob's rundown of movies hitting theaters this weekend. »
V. Mertz
Mom scoop: Save this one for a romantic date night. It's not geared -- or priced -- for tots. »
Friendship blossoms
A perfect Valentine. Flowers and candy. Can't go wrong. »
My toddler's head is huge and she sometimes stares into space. What is going on?
"Dr. Mel" offers an idea. »

Tater tots

Today Cafe

Today Cafe
No kids' menu and little room to roam »

What to watch

Burton's 'Alice' better left down hole

Burton's 'Alice' better left down hole
The movie rants and raves, sputters and squeals. »

Boredom Busters

Heart necklaces

Heart necklaces

Just in time for Valentine's Day »
Bean box

Bean box

While the weather continues to keep kiddos out of the sandbox, try this instead. »

What's for Dinner

Pork Roast with Chili Orange Sauce

Pork Roast with Chili Orange Sauce
What you need:
4 slices bacon, finely chopped
3-pound boneless pork shoulder butt roast, trimmed of excess fat
2 large onions, thinly sliced »
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