Take a look at the brand new It’s a Small World baby collection. (And sorry for the earworm.)
Even if the song can drive me a little nuts, I’ve always loved It’s a Small World. Disney artist Mary Blair created such iconic concept artwork for the attraction, it still makes my retro-modern heart go all a-flutter. And if I were having babies again...
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This is sponsored message for Amazon Prime Book Box Parents are always looking for ways to encourage their young readers, but keeping up with which children’s books are the best for their kids can be a bit of a challenge. But now with Amazon Prime Book Box, you...
True Colors is a gorgeous picture book inspired by the song, and we’re crying from page 1.
You probably know the song True Colors as Cyndi Lauper’s hit song from 1986 (whoa) or one of its many covers, but the lyrics were written by Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelley. And it turns out those lyrics are exquisite as the prose filling the new True Colors...
The Father of All Dad Guides: An A to Z of OMG they totally know my dad
To be sure, The Father of All Dad Guides: From (A)doring to (Z)addy by Madeline Davies and Tara Jacoby will never be found in that proverbial Hallmark aisle of faux calligraphy Father’s Day cards and sentimental trinkets. This book offers an irreverent, somewhat...
7 important reasons that children need baby dolls — both girls AND boys
For years, we’ve written about the joy and beauty and specialness of baby dolls as gifts for our kids, from newborns to toddlers, even our school-aged kids. A doll can be a cherished best friend, a bedtime comfort, a travel companion, a tea party guest, and...
Lulla dolls mimic Mom’s breathing for a better night sleep for all
The first few weeks of my son’s life, he refused to sleep without being cuddled up next to a parent. Since I know this is a problem for many newborns, and older babies too, I was excited to learn about the Lulla doll, which plays the sound of a mom’s...
An Easter onesie your baby can wear all spring and summer long
Not everyone is down for spending a ton on a fancy baby Easter dress that may get worn once — or even a specific Happy Easter onesie that won’t quite work once we hit May. But then I found this absolutely adorable spring bunny onesie from new baby shop,...
A peek at the irresistible baby moccasins from Toy Story x Freshly Picked
Susan Petersen’s Freshly Picked has kept us busy over the years, with incredible collabs and cult-favorite designs, and their latest offering will have you Disney-Pixar lovers squeeing: Check out their incredibly adorable Toy Story moccasin designs, created in...
These 2 high-tech smart sleepers for babies are naptime saviors
Let’s talk about smart sleepers, those high-tech baby beds that are designed to help babies — and parents — get more sleep. As we know,,a good night’s sleep for the baby is important for the entire family, and during those early months,...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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