by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes
I consider myself a master meal planner, but there’s one thing that gets even me: veggie side dishes. That’s right, even I–the self-proclaimed Queen of Meals–am often stumped for creative vegetable dishes to serve to the family with my...
by Christina Refford | Doing Good
It has been 12 years, though the memory of how that perfectly ordinary September morning turned into a day of horror will forever make our hearts ache and hug our children a little closer. Along with the tears (still), we also feel an increased resolve to do something...
by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings
I swear I am not Alarmist Mom. I did not plug every outlet when my kids were toddlers and my jeans were the only pacifier sterilizer I owned. But one thing I knew is that I didn’t want my kids sucking on keys, knowing that real keys may be one of the worst...
by Liz Gumbinner | Art + Decor
Back when we started this site in 2006 (and we have the archives to prove it), messages for kids were all about irony, irreverence and sass. Over the years, it’s been thrilling to see the trend turn towards positivity, encouragement and smarts. And not even in a...
by Liz Gumbinner | Books for Kids
Now that my oldest is eight and reading full-on chapter books, it’s hard to find a kids’ book that will captivate her, her first-grade sister, and younger cousins who come to visit too. But that’s just what author Lola M. Schaefer manages to do in...
by Liz Gumbinner | Cards + Stationery
This week on Brika, I was so happy to discover the beautiful work of stationer Kristen Ley of Thimblepress. There’s so much to love in her shop, but what really caught my eye was this great DIY kit for your next baby shower. The DIY It’s...
by Delilah S. Dawson | Kid Style
Move over, princess shoes. We’ve found the cutest sparkle sneakers that have a date with the monkey bars. For years we’ve loved shoes by See Kai Run for their combination of durability, fit, and looks. The new Adalynn sneaker with Mary Jane styling...
by Cool Mom Team | Tech CMP-Style
Here are 5 of our favorite tech picks from this week just in case you missed them. 1. Want to get your personal information off those sites like Spokeo? We can help. 2. We’re completely obsessed with this awesome gadget. 3. You don’t even have to be...
by Liz Gumbinner | Beauty + Cosmetics
Soooo maybe your eyes need a little help like mine. Blame it on lack of sleep or parenting–way easier on the ego than blaming it on age. I found a really nice little eyecare system from Bliss that’s been a pleasure to use. I’ve been a longtime...
