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Ice Cream Sundaes – 5 sensational recipes for summer
There is simply no substitute for ice cream sundaes in the summer. When you're looking for hoots and hollers, a kiddie cone just won't do. Pull out the big scoops and make one of these ice cream sundae recipes. These sundaes are made with the best fresh ingredients...
Summer shampoos just for kids (and their paraben-averse parents)
I've been using Fairy Tales hair care products since my girls' first haircuts, when the stylist recommended them. While they've become very well known for their gentle lice shampoos and repellants for kids, the rest of their line is pretty awesome too. And now they've...
Candy bars without all the junk? Yes, it’s Unreal.
I wish my kids would smack their lips over kale chips the same way they do the junk-filled candy they stare at in the supermarket checkout line. But while I can't say I've found a line of candy made of kale (ha), I have discovered a brand that takes some of our...
When everything at Bluefly goes on sale, you kinda have to take a look, right?
With everything now at Bluefly up to 75% off I thought I'd poke around there and point out a few (a very, very few) great deals on gorgeous things. Should you be in a shopping-for-less kind of a mood. Just hurry--by the time you read this, who knows what will be...
Personalized baby gifts without the big prices
Some of my most favorite baby gifts to give and receive are personalized, but they can often be a little tough on the budget. That's why I'm so thrilled that one of our favorite Etsy artisans has started making personalized baby name gifts that are easy on the eyes...
How do you get the drawstring back in your sweatshirt? With the best silly little gadget thingie, ever
Lost drawstrings are up there at the top of all the annoying scale for me as far as clothing mishaps go. In fact, I just spent the last month frustrated that a small silk drawstring belt came out of a silk dress; I couldn't figure out how to get it back through...
Amazing kids’ craft kits that we might steal ourselves
This past week on a trip with a few families, I was so glad we had a few little art projects for rainy days or just quiet (forced) downtime. If you're not familiar with Todd Oldham's awesome craft collection, Kid Made Modern, it's a wonderful one-stop-shop for that...
Fly kicks for superkids
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's your kid's shoes... but more super. Every kid wants to be a superhero, but laundering all those capes can be a real drag. These Superhero Shoe Wings from Etsy shop smallfly, however, strap on to any kids shoes to encourage super speed...
Can I get a witness? Sugar Free Allstars latest CD will make you a believer in their funky sound
If I had to pick a CD to take with my family onto a desert island this summer, it'd be the Sugar Free Allstars' latest release. The ten tracks pack a whole lot of funky deliciousness into 36 minutes, with lyrics that always perk us up and make us smile---which would...
Steampunk building blocks for the junior mad scientist
Finding that Higgs Boson particle is pretty cool, I guess. But maybe it's time to go back to the roots of invention and adventure that make America so great. Namely, dirigibles, freeze rays, lasers, and zombies. all of which come to life in this most wonderful set of...
7 hostess gift ideas that you can make your own
I have a big love for finding the perfect hostess gifts for those overnight or weekend invitations that crop up over the summer--if we're lucky. (Hint: feel free to invite us! My kids eat nothing and we bring good hostess gifts.) While some friends have very specific...
5 tech picks you won’t want to miss this week
Whether you're exercising your brain or your body this summer, we've got the tech scoop on how to make it easier and more fun. Here are some of our favorite tech picks from the last week, just in case you missed them.1. The only question asked more than Are we there...
Relief from teething pain–and baby mealtime drama
Getting babies to transition to solid foods can sometimes be a bit of a struggle. But while this new set can't make the taste of rice cereal more appealing, it can make mealtime more enjoyable for both of you. The Oogaa baby mealtime set is so clever. Instead of...
Birthday party ideas for a 4 year old with a garden theme? Reader Q&A
I am planning a garden-themed 4th birthday party for my daughter in a few weeks. I need some creative inspiration! So far, we're going to have the kids each plant something in a pot to take home .. And that's all. I need ideas for other things - decor, food, goody...
If you believe they put an owl on the moon
When I find myself with a little square of wall space to fill, I've found that ornaments can add nice texture and dimension, instead of another poster or print. And this Etsy shop makes ones that are so cute, I might just clear some space. The little red moon with owl...
The ultimate beauty product for busy moms
One of my favorite times of the month is when my Birch Box subscription arrives on my doorstep. As much as I love beauty products, I'm hard-pressed to find the sans-kids time to casually peruse the aisles of Sephora to find a new lip color or facial cream. I've...
Fun with moose and squirrel
Let's not limit it to moose and squirrel shall we? We've also got racooons and badger and that popular fox, plus skunk and one very smug wolf.What can we say? We're smitten with the critters in this whimsical woodland creature print that's been turned into artwork,...
A safe sunscreen to use all summer long
We all know how important it is to protect our skin from the sun. But the confusing thing is that some sunscreens contain scary ingredients that may actually cancel out their sun protection benefits. I'm always on the lookout for a more natural, toxin-free SPF, which...
Are foxes the new owls?
Last year, owls were the hot animal motif of the season. While they're not going anywhere, I do think that the cool cute animal du jour is now the fox. Which is replacing the dragonfly, butterfly, and octopus trends I've noticed over the years. If it were up to...
Tip for flying with babies – Buy this.
Does the thought of flying with your baby on a long journey completely stress you out? When your little one is small and doesn't have his own child's airplane seat, you cross your fingers that you get a seat up in front with more leg room that could be easily used for...
Maternity loungewear for the first, third, and fifth trimesters
I admit that a few kids ago, I'd probably roll my eyes a bit at the idea of maternity loungewear. But after seeing the gorgeous dresses from one of our favorite brands, Belabumbum, I'm almost wishing I had a real excuse to wear them. They're so amazing that whether...