More coolness from recent weeks…
3 of our favorite board books for new dads that make awesome Father’s Day gifts
We all know chewable, sturdy board books are a great choice for babies and toddlers who are still in the oral fixation phase of development, but these books aren't always known for being the most stimulating for adult minds. Especially when kids demand the same book...
11 great ideas for last-minute Father’s Day gifts | Father’s Day Gift Guide 2016
While we've been talking about Father's Day gift ideas for a few weeks now, some of us (not naming names) still have some shopping to do. So we've collected plenty of our favorite ideas for you, from DIY gifts your kids can make at home to thoughtful gifts you can...
5 creative American flag t-shirts for kids that look perfect all year long.
In honor of Flag Day today, which commemorates the adoption of the American Flag, I rounded up some of my favorite interpretations of American flag t-shirts for kids. I know that when I was a kid, I absolutely adored my denim vest printed with the stars and stripes,...
Top dad bloggers share their best parenting advice for Father’s Day
With Father's Day right around the corner, we thought we'd hit up more than a dozen of our favorite dad bloggers for their own best parenting advice. We love each of these cool dads for using their powerful voices online to support other parents, so it's only fitting...
The best resources to help you talk to your children about tragedy, like the Orlando shooting.
This is an update of a previously published post It's been somber mood around here over the past 24 hours, as our hearts go out to the loved ones of the 100+ innocent people tragically murdered or wounded at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando on Sunday morning. My...
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Whichever social media site is your guilty pleasure du jour, we’re there, making sure you don’t miss our favorite posts on parenting, fashion, apps, recipes, deals and discounts, and random awesomeness from around the web. Plus our favorite part: we love hearing from...
7 smart sleepaway camp essentials that help stave off homesickness.
If your little camper is heading off to sleepaway camp this summer, possibly for the first time (sniff), you'll likely receive from the camp a long list of all the essentials to pack -- extra socks, bug repellent, water bottles, headlamps. But, on top of all those...
12 cool first Father’s Day gift ideas for new dads | Father’s Day Gift Guide 2016
Each year, when we put together our Father's Day Gift Guide, we have an extra-soft spot when it comes to seeking out cool Father's Day gift ideas for new dads. There's something so special about commemorating the day for the very first time -- even (let's be honest)...
8 of the best teacher appreciation printables to help your kids say thanks
When we asked teachers what they thought made the best teacher gifts a couple of years ago, an overwhelming number of them said a personal note from their students was the one thing that really made their day. Yes, gift cards, classroom books, and handmade gifts are...
The best friend blankie your child is sure to love.
I have a soft spot for twee animal products in general, but when I received Lewis, the snuggly, adorable travel blanket with the sweet raccoon face, I found myself in a blissful, childlike state, wanting to run outside and climb the nearest tree. The Nomad Travel...
10 absolutely charming storybook birthday party ideas for kids
Looking for some inspiration for your child's next birthday party that goes beyond animated movies? You may not have to look any farther than one of the well-worn storybooks your child lovingly keeps by their bedside. In fact, we love the idea of a storybook themed...
11 truly clever tips and tricks for camping with kids to make it fun and easy. (Well, easy as possible.)
If you're up for the adventure, camping with kids can be a really fun, inexpensive way to get away for the weekend. While it’s admittedly not the best night’s sleep you'll ever get (though really, what parent gets a good night's sleep anyway?), I'm a big fan of the...
24 wonderful DIY Father’s Day gifts, crafts + printables to fill him with love
DIY Father's Day gifts are always so special, especially from the youngest kids. (Once we hit voting age or so, those handprint mugs just don't really cut it in the same way, huh.) So for our next installment of our 2016 Father's Day Gift Guide, we've put together two...
Well Played: The new must-read parenting book to make sure you’re having as much fun as the kids. Maybe more.
There's been a rush on books about happiness lately, spurred the breakaway success of Gretchen Rubin's life-changing The Happiness Project, which I still turn to all the time. And if there's one new theme in non-cheesy inspirational books we're excited to hear more...
10 simple ways to be a great friend to a new mom (who could probably really use one right now)
The other night, I went to a birthday dinner with four of my nearest and dearest mom friends. We've been a mom squad ever since our now 8-year-olds were in an infant playgroup together. Truthfully, back then, I found being a new mom totally isolating. I didn't have my...
The best modest two-piece swimsuits for sporty, modern, or girly girls. Because, well, they’re still kids.
It's become somewhat of a summer tradition to share with you our favorite modest two-piece swimsuits for girls, because teensy triangle bikini tops just feel wrong to lots of parents of girls who haven't even hit puberty yet. And maybe, if we can get them excited...
22 seriously fantastic Father’s Day gifts under $25 | Gift Guide 2016
Of course your love don't cost a thing and the handmade cards and heartfelt DIY gifts always go straight to the heart. But if you're looking for a Father's Day gift under $25 that makes a big splash with a smaller budget, we've found some seriously cool ideas for the...
6 of the snappiest water shoes for kids that like to splash all day
Nothing beats running around barefoot in the summer, until those soft little feet hit a rock or your kids refuse to go into the lake because of a few "icky" leaves on the bottom. So now is a great time to stock up on comfy and durable pairs of water shoes for your...
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Swim diapers that help stave off sunburn too? We’re impressed!
Summer break has already started for my kids, and will soon for the rest of you all who are still dealing with daily drama of homework and packing lunches. Our first day was spent at the pool. Mom win, right? Well, sort of. Because my youngest -- also, the squirmiest...
Taro Gomi delights again with this new book series for preschoolers
We could not be more excited that famed Japanese author-illustrator, Taro Gomi (you know him, the author behind the widely popular Everyone Poops), recently released a new boxed set called Growing Together. We think it's the perfect gift for a graduating preschooler...