20 wonderfully creative, personalized Mother’s Day gifts for a mom who’s like no other. | Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2018
I’m convinced that personalized Mother’s Day gifts make the absolute best presents. Why? Because they show that the giver has actually thought ahead, and because they’re designated specifically for Mom. As someone who lives in a household where...
The non-lecturey, totally realistic book about self care that I wish I’d had as a new mom.
There are tons of books — not to mention unsolicited opinions from strangers (my favorite!) — on how to raise a healthy kid, but when you think about it, there’s not much out there on how to cultivate healthy moms. Which is why social worker, writer,...
Looking for kids’ Crocs alternatives? We’ve found 6 sturdy sandals that are ready for adventure.
Wanna talk Crocs alternatives for kids? I am here for you! As someone who wore Crocs once upon a time, I know that despite some of the benefits, they’re not the most durable or supportive kids’ shoes, let alone safe — plenty of camps and schools have...
Our favorite Keith Haring X Coach handbags to let you wear your pop art love every day
What happens when designer Coach bags meet the designs of pop art icon Keith Haring? Some show-stoppingly chic handbags, it turns out. And even though some of these Keith Haring X Coach handbags seem like they might cost as much as a Keith Haring original — they...
Why this innovative baby bed could be an exhausted parent’s life saver
My son basically lived in an Ergobaby carrier for the first 6 months of his life, especially during the daytime. While he slept decently at night, he totally refused to go down in his big crib during the day (hence the Ergobaby). So as we start thinking about having a...
A fresh bouquet of free printable spring coloring pages from a favorite children’s book illustrator
If spring’s taking its sweet time to arrive in your part of the country, these charming free printable spring coloring pages from children’s book illustrator Melanie Hope Greenberg may help perk things up. Because if the pastels haven’t arrived...
4 ginormous inflatable sprinklers that will make you desperate for summer
Ever since Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris (RIP Talvin) broke the internet with their giant inflatable swan, there’s been a big demand for summer-ready inflatables: unicorn floats, inflatable pools, even party-size floats for all your friends. And there’s a...
The perfect first Easter gifts for babies: These 11 sweet bunny gifts
Since my own one-year-old son is just old enough to start appreciating the magic of Easter for the first time,I had the best time looking for cute first Easter gifts for babies like mine. I landed on the idea of bunny gifts and accessories, because duh, bunnies...
8 simply gorgeous, no-dye ways to decorate your Easter eggs this year.
So let’s talk about no-dye Easter eggs. I mean, I love a good hand-dyed Easter egg as much as the next mom, but the dyed fingers and clothes? Not so much. So this Easter I’ve rounded up 8 of the coolest, prettiest no-dye Easter eggs that still let kids...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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