Disclaimer: I’m thrilled to write a sponsored post for Netflix (who wouldn’t be?), but all thoughts, opinions, and effusive TV-watching statements are my own.
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Since P.J. and I both work in theatre, we’re big fans of good stories. And whether that comes in the form of books, classic cinema, or TV shows with gripping narratives, we’re always game to watch something fantastic.
And sometimes, we define “good stories” as “I’d sure love to take a shower today, would you enjoy a 23 minute episode of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (Road Rally)?”
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| Enthralled. |
Our girls are crazy about movies, too. Lately we’ve been having a blast introducing them to the favorites from our youth, such as 101 Dalmatians and The Aristocats. It’s not limited to film, either. It’s been rather exceptional to watch old (and new!) episodes of Sesame Street with the girls. (Anyone recall how crayons are made? I know you do.)
Regardless of what else is going on- or how tweaked out we are by the end of the day- the answer to “Can we pop some popcorn, snuggle in your bed, and watch…” will usually be a resounding yes. (If you call our household between the hours of 6 and 8pm and there’s no answer, that’s totally what we’re up to. There may also be some internet-searchin’ on my part to figure out why so many of the classic characters were voiced by the same three people.)
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| Sometimes you hafta watch a movie from behind a couch. Or with a microphone. |
Here’s a confession: we dropped cable a super long time ago. And thanks to Netflix, I haven’t missed it once. Here’s why- not only do they have all of my shows (and series and comedies and Noir thrillers), but they offer a boggling amount of kid-friendly options:
- There’s Pingu, the very first show that Nora and I dug as a new mother/daughter team. Back before she had fully realized words, we laughed hysterically at this adorable Swedish Claymation series about a penguin (who doesn’t use real words, either).
- Susannah, our favorite little monkey, gets her Curious George on whenever she needs to be talked down from the ceiling (or the shelf or the kitchen table or that pile of magazines).
- I could easily watch My Little Pony all day. (I’m pretty sure the girls would be super stoked to allow that as well.)
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| Watching a docu-drama, apparently. |
And for those of you unfamiliar with the brilliance of Netflix, it works like this: you can stream any of this awesomesauce media from anywhere in your house, at absolutely any time. It’ll play on hundreds of devices- at least one of which I guarantee you have in your home. Streaming Netflix is oh-so-easy, too. Simply download the free app on any device (or go to Netflix.com on your computer) and it’s a cinch to go from there.
My favorite part? On the home screen there’s a dedicated section for kiddo programming with reviews and ratings vetted by Common Sense Media. Hey, anything that helps me make smart choices and get back to the business of TV-watchin’ even sooner gets my vote.
Because we’re totally up to the Sesame Street episode where the sign says Don’t Walk…and it’s a major cliff-hanger.
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What are you watching on TV with your family? Netflix has family favorites from Disney, Disney Jr., Hasbro, Cartoon Network and Dreamworks that are available to stream anytime, anywhere.
And streaming is easier than you think! Download the free app on your iPad, click on the Netflix app on any gaming device, go to the website on your computer – and you’re in business. Check it out here!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of NETFLIX.
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