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The hippest paper dolls in the history of paper dolls. (Possibly a true fact.)
My kids have definitely developed an obsession with paper dolls since I unearthed the ultimate guide to free printable paper dolls on the web. But if you're willing to spend just a few dollars, I've found some that are seriously fantastic. And uh...not just for kids....
One way to get kids to eat their fruit. If you don’t steal it first.
My kids, as with all kids, are obsessed with gummies. But I find that fruit chews give them the same satisfaction with a little less guilt. On my part. Hooray for a new brand that avoids the guilt entirely, and just in time for me to seek out new lunchbox snacks for...
Father’s Day ideas for family fun: 2013 Father’s Day Gift Guide
This post in our Father's Day Gift Guide series brought to you by Dove Men+Care. We all know that the gift of time can be the best Father's Day gift of all--along with a handmade card, of course. If you're looking for some family fun ideas, here are a few that can...
6 bacon-tastic recipes for Father’s Day, from breakfast to dinner to cocktails
Father's Day is this Sunday, so we're talking bacon. I know: so predictable, so genderist, and yet...so right. Take one look at these six recipes using bacon and try telling me otherwise. (Coffee Bacon Waffle Sandwich? C'mon, daddy!) Let me say that again: Coffee...
Sending beautiful birth announcements and baby shower invitations just got easier. Way easier.
Paperless Post has saved my hide on more than one occasion in the last 3 years since they launched. I've used this wonderful service to send digital kids' party invitations, adult party invitations, thank you notes, and yeah, apology notes for not sending a thank you...
Fun DIY place card ideas for children’s parties. Makes us want to go to a party!
Should you be the type of parent who is actually able to wrangle the kids into assigned seats at a child's birthday party (or say, at the children's table at your adult party?) you'll be needing place cards. You can even hand out the place cards when the kids walk in...
Super Scandinavian modern design for kids. Without the plane ticket to Scandinavia.
Oh, Internet, how I love thee. Chic NYC boutiques await me on my laptop, 24/7 even when I'm nowhere near. And my latest online thrill is a children's shop stocked to brimming with gorgeous Scandinavian style. Ja, takk! (Yes, please!) {Don't miss an exclusive discount...
A seriously rugged (and really cool) balance bike for older kids
Watching your kids learn how to ride a bike is one of those nerve-wracking yet awesome moments of parenting that you don't soon forget. For some kids, it can take a bit longer to learn this fine art of balancing. And that's where this bike comes happily into play....
Splurgey gifts for the dad who has everything: 2013 Father’s Day Gift Guide
You know the dad who has everything? The one who's impossible to shop for? Yep, so do we. So here, we present some of our favorite splurgey Father's Day gift ideas for that very guy. Not that he wouldn't love something from the rest of our Father's Day Gift Guide, but...
Happy birthday Maurice Sendak! From Google and from us.
Today would have been Maurice Sendak's 85th birthday. And while we're still missing him, just about a year after his death, he lives on through some of our favorite Maurice Sendak children's books. And today, through one of the coolest Google Doodles ever. ...
Dream a little dream of your baby (finally) asleep in a cozy bassinet
With my first two kids, the bassinet was a bedside fixture for at least the first month or two after their respective arrivals. Clunky and awkward, it was not exactly a charmer -- and my wakeful babies didn't seem too impressed, either. This time around, I'm trading...
5 tech picks you won’t want to miss this week
Here are 5 of our favorite tech picks from this week just in case you missed them! 1. Seriously awesome news if you're an Amazon Prime member. Whoo! 2. A completely unique way to turn your photos into amazing gifts. 3. The coolest Father's Day gifts for the...
The ninja lovey you didn’t see coming. Because it’s sneaky like that.
This sweet ninja is soft, cozy, and comes with a minky sword. Who better to protect your baby from nightmares? This sweet ninja security blanket from Koddalie on Etsy is a unique and cuddly way to keep your baby happy--and safe from the bad sort of ninja. Because all...
Your kid, the fairy tale star? Handmade personalized dolls we adore
Soft, sweet dolls that are handmade with love and look like art? We're big fans. And when you can add personalization? Even better. We love the simple, lovely elegance of these handmade dolls from the blita shop on Etsy. Each one is carefully double-sewn in Portugal...
The multitasking mug for moms
Coffee to wake up with in the morning. Wine to relax with at night once you've sung your last lullaby. Luckily, this mug is perfect for the yin and yang of beverages. Of course, this adorable mug from ChantillyStay on Etsy wouldn't work for me, because my voracious...
Father’s Day gifts from the kids: 2013 Father’s Day Gift Guide
Nothing is sweeter than a Father's Day gift that really truly comes from the kids. Whether they make a card (still our all-time favorite gift), get crafty, or pick out something a little fancier, here are some fun Father's Day gift ideas "from the kids." Even if...
The Bugaboo Cameleon 3 works its magic again
I can't get my son out of this stroller. This is a good thing. Trust me. My two-year-old gives the Energizer Bunny a run for his money. That is, until I introduced him to this new ride from Bugaboo. Before the new Bugaboo Cameleon 3, this kid was not having any...
16 of the funniest Father’s Day cards. Hold the tired remote control jokes.
Looking for the perfect (and perfectly funny) Father's Day card, it's hard to find ones that aren't all about tools, beer, golf, remote controls and yardwork. Stereotypes abound in 2013, whoo! Instead, here are ones that made us chuckle. There's a lot of sex...
A thoughtful class art project for a thoughtful end of year teacher gift. (Nothing to do with apples.)
For those of us in the northeast and beyond, we're in luck! Our kids are still in school, which means a little extra time to think of a thoughtful end of year teacher gift. I always love gifts that come from the whole class, which are more personal than a mere gift...
Jacadi Paris summer sale — whoa, the discounts!
featured partner We get excited when Jacadi Paris, the awesomely luxe baby and kids' brand that pretty much never goes on sale...is going on sale. Yay! And we're partnering with them today to share our favorite picks from the sale. (If we can even narrow it down,...
French stripes from skip*hop, ooh-la-la!
My obsession with stripes runs deep, so much so that I'm coveting yet another skip*hop diaper bag (love them!) even though I'm waaaay past the diaper bag stage. But...but...this one is limited edition! Snatch up the Duo Luxe French Stripe bag while you can. This...