A potty that makes mamas of boys rejoice. And that’s saying something.

by Melissa | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

As a mom of two boys, I have cleaned up a lot of pee in the past six years. Potty training boys involves many missed toilet bowls, thanks to potties that don’t accommodate the special needs of boy parts. If only I had had a Potty Wiz, a new smart potty training...

Cool hostess gifts: Handmade tea towels you’ll want to keep for yourself

by Kristen Chase | Kitchen + Dining

You know what’s awesome? When a favorite artisan or etsy shop of mine decides to brand out a little beyond their regular spate of offerings. That’s exactly what happened with Foxy and Winston, whom I loved for their cool letterpress and now for...

What are the best gifts for a two year old? We’ve got tons!

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Choosing the best gift for a two year old from among ride-on vehicles, construction toys, dolls and more can seem overwhelming, so we’ve narrowed it down to some favorites that our own boys and girls have loved. Because that first birthday party may get more...

A gorgeous baby grooming kit that makes you dread nail clipping duty a little less

by Stephanie Slate | Baby

When I was the parent of a tiny baby, it sometimes felt like I worked in a salon with all the hair brushing, scalp exfoliating, nail clipping and face washing going on. If only I’d had something as beautiful as the new Rhoost Baby Grooming Kit to make it, well,...

Moody Mamas: Natural skin care for moody skin and picky mamas

by Delilah S. Dawson | Beauty + Cosmetics

Summer is all about hydration. Speaking of which, have you seen our recipes for awesome summer milkshakes? Okay, so maybe that’s more indulgence than natural solution, but we like fixes that work on a lot of levels. Like Moody Sisters Natural Skincare, which is...

5 fun new beach toys for kids that beat regular shovels and pails

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Tis the season for playing in the sand (yay for summer!) so we’ve rounded up some of the most fun and coolest-looking new beach toys for kids. If you’ve got a seaside trip planned,we hope these help you amp up the standard buckets and shovels. Because...

Baby Pibu skin care for babies: Perfect for those of us who don’t have a pediatric dermatologist on speed dial.

by Melissa | Baby

Moms have long lamented the fact that newborns don’t come home from the hospital with instruction manuals. But Baby Pibu skin care for babies, founded by dermatologist mom Dr. Amy Kim, actually does come with instruction cards. Okay, so they only help with how...

3 fabulous non-toxic skin care lines that fight wrinkles only with good stuff.

by Melissa | Beauty + Cosmetics

As much as I want my anti-aging skincare products to tighten, tone and brighten,  I would rather they boast an ingredient list that passes the standards of the Skin Deep database, than give me the face of a 22-year-old at some long-term price to my skin. I’ve...

Cool stencils for kids that make crafts you’ll actually want to keep.

by Kate Etue | DIY

So many times I’ve spent hours working on a craft with my kids, only to quietly throw it away after they go to bed. (Shh, don’t tell them.) Sometimes it’s more about the process than the end result around here–crafting for the sake of crafting....

Chill out, Rapunzel. We found a new natural conditioner for kids even if their hair is 7 stories long.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Beauty + Cosmetics

Natural, nourishing baby shampoos are plentiful, but it can be a challenge to find an all-natural conditioner made for kids that can tame my daughter’s own  locks which hang down to her waist and curl at the end. Adorable until I’m trying to untangle it...