Baby Registry Splurges
Here are a few things to keep in mind – As a first-time mom, I had no idea what to add to our baby registry. I scoured the internet looking for the best of the best when it came to baby gear. I read all the reviews, checked all the safety guidelines, and, let’s be real, I wanted items that were also aesthetically pleasing.
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Our Top Hostess Gifts for 2024
November 5, 2024
I have a confession: Over the last few years, I have become completely obsessed with hosting. I love thinking up a theme, pulling out the table linens and candles, and opening my home to close friends and family. During the holiday season, my hostessing energy goes into overdrive — it’s such a fun and festive […]
– Gift Giving Made Easy – The Holiday and Birthday Registry Hack
October 31, 2024
When your kid’s birthday comes around, do you find yourself racking your brain for gift ideas? Everyone from grandparents to aunts and uncles and even colleagues want to know what your kid wants, and you’d REALLY like to end up with gifts that won’t gather dust in the closet for months after the party’s over. […]
– Ask Cheryl – Is it Too Late to Celebrate Coworker’s Wedding?
October 29, 2024
The “workplace shower” is a somewhat modern practice that doesn’t always follow the traditional rules of wedding etiquette—and that’s okay! Dear Cheryl, My coworker got married two weeks ago. She didn’t invite me or anyone else from the office, and I completely understand given the high costs of weddings. Our coworkers never organized a shower […]
– Trending Baby Girl Registry – Inspired By TikTok’s Campbell ‘Pookie’ and Jett Puckett
October 23, 2024
Over the past year, the internet has fallen in love with Campbell and Jett Puckett. Campbell is best known by her husband’s loving nickname for her, ‘Pookie.’ Most recently, they shared their gender reveal, to their surprise and delight, announcing that they will soon welcome a baby girl to their family! View this post on […]
– Ask Cheryl – Do I Have to Invite the Crazy Relative to My Wedding?
October 22, 2024
Every family has its quirky members, but is it ever okay to exclude them from the wedding guest list? Today, Cheryl offers her tips for handling difficult guests. Dear Cheryl, We’re in a bit of a situation with our brother-in-law. At our daughter’s wedding, his behavior was so obnoxious that we decided to leave him […]
– Ask A Real Bride – Destination Wedding Etiquette FAQ’s
October 17, 2024
Destination weddings seem to become more popular every year. With the ease of planning online and snagging great travel deals, why not have your wedding weekend double as a vacation for family and friends? Yet a wedding that involves travel may also lead you into uncharted etiquette territory–and we’re here to help! Read on for […]
The Best STEM Toys for Kids
October 16, 2024
With the holiday season quickly approaching, finding the perfect gift for the kids in your life can be tricky. On the one hand, you want to find something they’ll find fun and exciting; on the other hand, you want a gift that’s meaningful and educational. But what if we told you that you didn’t have […]
4 Fresh Winter Baby Shower Themes
October 15, 2024
Deck the halls–a baby is coming to town! With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, hosting a baby shower might seem a little overwhelming. But think of it this way: your home is decorated, faraway family members are in town to celebrate, and everyone is feeling festive. So why not take the […]
Best Holiday Gifts for Children Under 2
October 10, 2024
With the holiday season just around the corner, you’re probably already preparing your child’s wishlist to share with family and friends. There are so many toys on the market these days, and it can seem daunting to decipher which toys will keep your child engaged for more than just a month or two after the […]
– Ask Cheryl – How Much Should I Spend on a Second Bridal Shower Gift?
October 8, 2024
When your mailbox is filled with invitations for weddings and showers, gift-giving can seem overwhelming. Today, we’ve got good news for your budget if you’ve been invited to multiple showers for the same bride! Dear Cheryl, I was invited to two showers for the same bride. What amount should I spend on a second bridal […]
5 Bridal Shower Themes Perfect for Wintertime
October 3, 2024
There’s no better time to celebrate the bride-to-be than the holiday season: your home is already decked out, family is in town, and cooling temperatures make everyone want to cozy up inside to enjoy a festive get-together. If “plan a bridal shower” has made its way onto your holiday to-do list, I’ve got you covered […]
– Ask a Real Mom – How to Tackle Cold and Flu Season
October 1, 2024
As we head out of summer and start looking forward to the fall and winter seasons ahead, there’s so much to get excited about. Celebrating seasonal holidays, traveling to see family and friends, and, let’s be honest, a much-needed reprieve from the heat! But as we head into the winter months, we also head into […]
– Holiday Cheer for All – Gifts for Parents, Grandparents, and In-Laws
September 26, 2024
Every year, as the holiday season approaches, I find myself in a familiar scramble — searching high and low for gifts for the special people in my life. Sure, holiday shopping can feel chaotic, but there’s something exciting about seeking (and finding!) the perfect gift. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most meaningful presents […]
Wedding Registry Picks Inspired By Francesca Mariano’s Martha Vineyard Wedding
September 25, 2024
Influencer and podcaster Francesca Mariano said it best in her Instagram caption: ” It’s like raaaiiiiinnnnn on your wedding day ☔️” As seen in the Instagram recap, the rain might just be the unsung hero of this show-stopping wedding held on the Martha’s Vineyard Museum grounds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]
Holiday Gifts the Whole Family Can Enjoy
September 24, 2024
It wouldn’t be the holidays without lists: lists of decorations to buy, movies to watch, and recipes to whip up (and the grocery lists that come with them). And of course, the list of who gets a gift — and what to get them! Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Help! My In-Laws Keep Adding Wedding Guests!
September 19, 2024
The trickiest part of planning a wedding is often the guest list. Determining who gets an invitation is often a collaborative process between the couple and their parents, and when one set of parents is paying, that collaborative process becomes a very delicate dance. This month’s wedding etiquette question comes from a bride trying to […]
