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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– 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 […]
Adorable Baby & Kid's Halloween Costumes
September 18, 2024
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year! Because I live in South Florida (the palm trees don’t change colors, and it’s still quite warm out), I look for every opportunity to make it feel like fall. And that means I love Halloween! If you’re anything like me, you love dressing your little […]
Baby Showers, Sprinkles, and Sip and Sees - What’s the Difference?
September 17, 2024
New life is a gift and one worth celebrating! Over the years, you may have noticed that these new-baby celebrations have taken on different names: baby showers, baby sprinkles, and sip-and-see. What’s the difference? What do you need to know as a potential host, honoree, and guest? We’ve got you covered. Read on for everything […]
Family Halloween Costume Ideas
September 16, 2024
“When the witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers ’tis near Halloween.” -Anonymous. Halloween was one of the holidays I could not wait to participate in once I had kids. Is there anything cuter than a baby in an adorable costume? But gone are the days when the costumes […]
12 Wedding Registry Items for the Couple Who Already Has “Everything”
September 12, 2024
I’m particularly reflective as I write this on my sixth wedding anniversary. I’m thinking back to the first days of being engaged and how totally smitten I was with the idea of planning a wedding. I was sure my husband and I wouldn’t be registering for anything — we had everything we wanted and took […]
– Ask Cheryl – Which Traditions Should We Keep for our Second or Third Weddings?
September 10, 2024
Traditions like throwing the bouquet and cutting the cake are celebratory, but are they appropriate beyond the first wedding? Dear Cheryl, My upcoming marriage will be my third, and my fiance’s second. We originally planned to have a small gathering, but because of the size of his family it is turning into a larger celebration. […]
6 Tips on Thriving as a Pumping Mom
September 5, 2024
It is beyond amazing how, even after carrying them for 9 months, we as moms continue to connect with our babies in such a magical way, by feeding them. Before I get ahead of myself, I do want to point out that feeding your baby can and does look different for every mom. Whether you […]
Sustainable Wedding Registry Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Couple
September 3, 2024
For many modern couples, it’s important to live sustainably. Some simply try to pay attention to environmental impact and long-term product usage, while others may live totally paper- or plastic-free. At the end of the day, I’d be willing to bet that most couples fall somewhere on this spectrum. Like any other wedding factor, your […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Where are the Wedding Gifts? Why Some Guests Aren’t Giving--And What You Can Do About It
August 29, 2024
The Ask a Real Bride Instagram page is growing, and we would love to see you there, too! Every week, we discuss wedding etiquette topics like plus ones, dress codes, gift registries, and thank-you notes. And while there are many guidelines for hosting, gifting, and expressing gratitude, there’s one wedding topic that almost no one […]
– Ask Cheryl – Who Should I Invite to My Bachelorette Party?
August 27, 2024
In recent years, the bachelorette party has become a huge production. What once was a fun night out with the bridesmaids has become an extravagant (and expensive) weekend-long trip. The new bachelorette party format raises new questions, like who should be invited. Hi Cheryl, What is the etiquette on inviting friends to a bridal shower […]
