Hello Kitty Native Shoes just made little feet even more happy this summer
I live in Brooklyn, land of Children Who Live in Native Shoes. (Sorry Crocs.) Whether you live among us or not, if you’re about to buy a pair of these fab, comfy, sneaker-water shoe hybrid shoes in time for summer, you have to check out their new collection of...
The 20 most affordable travel destinations for families right now. Pack your bags!
As you may know, one of our top tips for affordable family travel, especially on an extended trip, is to rent an apartment or home instead of forking out big bucks for a hotel — let alone renting two hotel rooms, if you’ve got a bigger family. Linda even...
The 2019 Tony Awards are announced: Here’s which new Broadway shows to see with your older kids and teens
I often feel the resident New York City local mom whose inbox and DMs are filled with requests for “what Broadway show should I take my kids to?” And I don’t mind a bit. With two kids obsessed with musical theater, all of us lucky enough to live a...
The cutest kids swimsuits, now on sale if you hurry!
Hi, I’m the mom who’s always racing to find swimsuits for my kids in oh…mid-June when they’re all sold-out. Don’t be like me. Especially because one of our favorite mom-run kids’ labels, Primary, is now offering their colorful,...
The Phluid Project is for everyone who has ever thought that “men’s” and “women’s” departments are limiting.
Sometimes our favorite picks come from readers like you. Sometimes they come from friends. Sometimes they even come from our own kids, which is the case with The Phluid Project and I am kicking myself for not having shared it sooner. But now that they’ve hit...
What mommy really needs. (Hint: Respect, equality, and universal family leave would be a good start.)
While we feel sometimes like every good t-shirt slogan in the world has been done…nope! And here’s a new one too good not to share, especially in time for Mother’s Day. Inspired by the popularity of a post on her Instagram feed that responded to all...
25+ special Mother’s Day gifts all $20 or less, which we totally want ourselves | Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2019
We have always been of the mindset that while we do love the splurges, that affordable Mother’s Day gifts can still be really special — and special Mother’s Day gifts can still be affordable. With that, I’ve tracked down more than 2 dozen...
TKEES introduces waterproof sandals and here, take my money
I first discovered TKEES 8 years ago, and in that time, I’ve owned more pairs of them than any other brand of shoe. Ever. I love how much more stylish they are than fat rubber flip-flops, plus they’re comfy, go with absolutely everything, and actually last...
13 wonderful self-care gifts for moms. Because we need it. Oh…how we need it. | Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2019
Right now, more than ever, I just love the idea of a great self-care gifts for a mom or grandma in your life this Mother’s Day. If we haven’t said it enough, moms remain overworked, under-appreciated, overextended and generally in need of care. And if they...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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