Hooray! You have a bun in the oven! Now that the news is out and your cravings are in full force, it’s time to get prepared to welcome your little bundle of joy into the world. In other words, it’s time to register! After making our big pregnancy announcement with our first child, I couldn’t… Continue reading The Best Places to Create Your Baby Registry
Author: Katie Barbar
Katie, with her amazing husband and 4 enthusiastic children, lives in the land of controlled chaos. While she might not know how many licks it takes to get to the Tootsie-Roll center of a Tootsie-Pop, she does know the best thing to remove diaper paste from every inch of a child's bedroom (and their younger brother). When she's not carting kids to and from school, practice, or a game, Katie loves a delicious cup of coffee with a good book or preferably a great friend (which is a nice way of saying she locks herself in the bathroom for 45 seconds to guzzle down coffee she made two hours ago, in peace).
11 Perfect Toys for Toddlers
When it comes to birthdays and holidays, my older kids have no problem telling me exactly what they’re wish for, but my youngest hasn’t quite reached that point. If you have little ones, you may be facing the same problem. But have no fear- I’m here to help! The toy options are endless, but I’ve… Continue reading 11 Perfect Toys for Toddlers
7 Best Baby Shower Gifts
Great excitement, joy and anticipation surround the addition of each new, precious baby and there was nothing sweeter than getting to celebrate the upcoming arrival of each of my four kids with those I love most. Friends and family have generously showered us with numerous baby gifts over the years. We appreciate each thoughtful gesture,… Continue reading 7 Best Baby Shower Gifts
Ask a Real Dad: Baby Bootcamp – What Every Dad Needs to Know about Life with a Newborn
Alright Dad-to-Be, your partner has been expertly growing that baby for the last nine months and is ready to pop. There is a good chance she has been in an excellent mood, has been “organizing” like crazy, and is not uncomfortable at all! As the D-Day rapidly approaches, you will undoubtedly have moments of self-reflection… Continue reading Ask a Real Dad: Baby Bootcamp – What Every Dad Needs to Know about Life with a Newborn
Ultimate Daddy Survival Kit: Must Have Baby Registry Items
There are two main life events that provide you the opportunity to “register” for much needed items that your friends and loved ones will gift to you – your wedding and the arrival of your first child. I’m going to go out on a limb and say you might like a do-over with your wedding… Continue reading Ultimate Daddy Survival Kit: Must Have Baby Registry Items
How to Make It Easy for Your Guests to Find Your Gift Registries
Date, check! Venue, check! Guest list, check! The next item up is setting up your gift registries. If you haven’t checked this one off your list, I’m here to help! With so many amazing retailers, deciding where to register can be challenging. I have great news, you don’t have to choose just one! RegistryFinder.com actually… Continue reading How to Make It Easy for Your Guests to Find Your Gift Registries
Go Green, Baby: The All-Natural Baby Products You Need
Best Baby Gear & Products for the Natural Mom These days, you don’t have to turn on a horror movie to get spooked: just log onto a parenting group on social media to see the latest scary stories on toxins, chemicals, and dyes sneaking into our children’s products. While the 80’s moms probably never worried… Continue reading Go Green, Baby: The All-Natural Baby Products You Need
Walmart’s Best of the Best, Top 10 Baby Gifts
Babies are tiny, adorable creatures, but their list of needs and “must-haves” is quite long. That’s why creating a baby gift registry is essential. It makes life easier for the soon-to-be parents and the friends and family eager to buy them gifts. Walmart offers a huge selection of everything from cribs to diapers- making it… Continue reading Walmart’s Best of the Best, Top 10 Baby Gifts