Indian Summer
With summer here, we are seeing a lot of bright colors, fun patterns and soft textures in baby and children's clothes. Perfect--because even kids dressed like little fashion models want to be comfortable. One awesome shop that has stylish options for your children is...
4 awesome kids’ books about food, with recipes that make them even better
Pairing food and wine is an art. Pairing food and music is a new trend. Pairing food with a good food book: It's one of the best ways to get kids excited about eating--even foods that they're not normally excited about eating. In honor of the bounty of summer, I've...
Vintage paper dolls that feel right at home on your couch
When I was a young girl, my favorite pastime was playing with paper dolls. I loved dressing them up and creating stories with each of them. I think it's great that they have made such a comeback into toys and decor because my own daughter loves them as much as I did....
Finally, the comfiest, most easy to clean, most stylish booster seat. (Can you tell we’re excited?)
If there is a stage called "Booster Seat Battles," none of the parenting books have mentioned it--but that's exactly what my family is currently dealing with. The 2-year-old has refused to sit in a booster, preferring instead to reach up over his head with his spoon...
What’s the best sippy cup? We may have just found it.
The sippy cup. Ah, how I wish we were past this stage of life. For now I accept my fate that is the avalanche of cups and lids falling on my head every time I open the cabinet. My disdain however only makes me more appreciative of those times I find a sippy cup that...
New baby girl clothes from Oh Joy and Winter Water Factory–we’re in love!
If you're a design blog fan, you are surely familiar with the fabulous Joy Deangdeelert Cho of Oh Joy. This graphic designer, mega blogger, and food enthusiast has done it all from designing her own wallpaper to co-writing a book. And now she can cross children's...
Goody bag gift ideas for kids: ready-made crafty party packs
I haven't thrown that many birthday parties for my kids and it's like I'm already out of goody bag gift ideas. It might be easier if you have a theme in mind--DIY capes for a a superhero party (we've recommended 6 different themes!), a toy boat for a sailboat themed...
Board shorts for boys go Japanese pop
I'm a sucker for Harajuku-inspired goodness. The colors are so fun, the designs are loud and perfect for kids who are confident and love standing out. Which is all of them in my house. And now there's a new line of awesome clothes that do all of the above. [we've got...
Kids’ name labels get the chevron touch
We love chevrons around here--on everything from baby blankets and hats to birthday favor bags and onesies. Their cool, retro School House Rock vibe somehow translates into the perfect pattern for modern kids. So the name labels from Namemaker, for things...
The Serenity Star is here, and every new parent’s dream has been answered.
Let me tell you a little about why I'm in love with the Serenity Star: when our daughter was first born, we were-- like all parents of newborns-- suddenly ruled by sleep and eating schedules. It was exhausting and stressful, made even more so because she came five...