Trend alert: The coolest girls’ floral clothes. And one for boys, too.

by Liz Gumbinner | Kid Style

One of my favorite trends for kids this spring, besides the whole dip-dye ombre look, is floral clothes. Normally I think of them as a little twee, but what I’m seeing is bold, fun without frills, and nothing like what Laura Ingalls wore back in the day. Here...

Modify custom watches: Arm candy that’s Mod-to-Order

by Kate Etue | Fashion

If you’ve been searching for a fun, vibrant watch that looks just the way you–or your kids–want it to, we found it. Visit Modify Watches, a small business specializing in custom watches that lets customers to mix-and-match from over 3,000...

Shadow Puppets from Moulin Roty let kids see storytime in a new light

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Though I think I do a pretty good “bunny” with my hands, nothing beats a great set of shadow puppets for turning a rainy afternoon or evening story time into a lively theatrical production played out behind a sheet or against a blank wall. And with a set...

The Pigeon Needs a Bath: Yay for the newest book from Mo Willems!

by Liz Gumbinner | Books for Kids

I am an unapologetic Mo Willems groupie, in part because I don’t think the author/illustrator has ever had a miss. Now, the .500 streak continues with his newest in the popular Pigeon Series, The Pigeon Needs a Bath. All just in time for our favorite wry,...

Healthy snacks for kids: Our favorite homemade granola bars for any diet

by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes

At the beginning of the school year, the web is brimming with recipes for healthy snacks for kids. I love kicking the year off with tons of lunchbox and after-school inspiration, but spring is about the time when I run out of steam. These easy homemade granola...

Rag and Bone personalized baby books are for all loving families. Because so are babies.

by Julie | Baby

In a way, we’re less surprised that someone has come out with the first ever personalized baby books for same sex couples–and more surprised that it took this long. That said, we’re thrilled, since we love finding baby books and baby memory books...

The Simpsons LEGO minifigs are here! The Simpsons LEGO minifigs are here!

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

Well, here’s your first look. (Second if you count our photo on Pinterest from Toy Fair.) Itchy! Scratchy! Millhouse! Nelson! Krusty! Apu! Burns! Plus? Actual Simpsons family members. Is there anything else more to say? Yeah, probably not. Find the collection of...

The best things to do in Daytona Beach with families that don’t involve the beach.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Family Travel

Daytona Beach isn’t all NASCAR and college kids on spring break, you know. They also have culture, relaxation, and great opportunities for family bonding, provided you know where to look and are up for adventure.  If your Florida vacation ideas end at Disney...

The best Minecraft birthday party ideas (besides just sitting around playing Minecraft)

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

I have three just-a-wee-bit-obsessed Minecraft fans who would love nothing more than a Minecraft birthday party, to celebrate their big days surrounded by their favorite virtual world. Oh, you too? Then keep reading for some of my favorite Minecraft birthday party...

Personalized number jewelry from Julian & Co add up to perfect, times infinity.

by Stephanie Mayers | Fashion

We love artists who help you project your unique self in fabulous and affordable style. And for fabulous mom keepsake jewelry (or for any woman, really) we especially heart the creative selections from Julian and Co. We have fawned over their tiny monogrammed...