Whether your parents live around the block or across the country, chances are your children’s visits to their grandparents will be among some of their earliest and fondest memories! Thankfully, we live only minutes from my mom, known to our kids as “Sittu.” We’ve dubbed her house “Sittu School” because it’s decked out for a… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: Grandparent Essentials
Category: Baby
4 Fresh Winter Baby Shower Themes
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… Continue reading 4 Fresh Winter Baby Shower Themes
Gifts We Love for a One-Year-Old
I know every parent tells you that “The days are long, but the years are short”, but I never really believed it until I actually became a mom. Now, on the cusp of my firstborn turning one (AHH!), I can attest to the fact that the last year was the fastest, craziest, sweetest of my… Continue reading Gifts We Love for a One-Year-Old
Navigating the Holidays with a Newborn
To The Mom Navigating The Holidays With A Newborn, As the song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” But if you’re entering the holidays with a brand new baby, this merry season can feel a little more complicated. My son’s due date was November 21st, and I remember thinking to myself that… Continue reading Navigating the Holidays with a Newborn
Best New Baby Products
You’ve taken your fair share of pregnancy tests to confirm, you’ve decorated your refrigerator with ultrasound photos of your little one, and you’ve begun the exciting journey of sharing the news with your loved ones. Next up: creating your dream registry! A checklist is always a helpful place to start, along with consulting your more… Continue reading Best New Baby Products
Ask a Real Mom: What You Need for Every Stage of Your Baby’s First Year
When you’re preparing and registering for your new baby, it’s easy to focus on newborn diapers, clothes and accessories. It’s hard to imagine, but that little one will grow way faster than you expect! After my first baby shower, I wanted to exchange the only 12-month outfit I received for a smaller size. Luckily my… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: What You Need for Every Stage of Your Baby’s First Year
Family Halloween Costume Ideas
“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. I mean, is there anything cuter than a baby in an adorable costume? But gone are the days when… Continue reading Family Halloween Costume Ideas
DIY Baby Food in 5 Easy Steps
Starting solids with your baby is exciting (and messy!). I quickly realized that making my own baby food was the most cost-effective and healthy option for our family. A little food goes a long way, especially when you first start because babies are really just sampling. By cooking and making my own portion sizes, I… Continue reading DIY Baby Food in 5 Easy Steps
Designing A Small Space Nursery
As a self-proclaimed amateur interior decorator, I often find myself falling into a daydream full of furniture, art, knickknacks, and organization. Shortly after my husband and I found out we were expecting our first child, I began searching the internet for ways to maximize our little one’s nursery space. We planned to convert the tiny… Continue reading Designing A Small Space Nursery
Postpartum Essentials Every Mom Needs
There is truly nothing more amazing than a mom’s strength. Whether you have a natural birth (medicated or not!) or a c-section, your body is made to do amazing things. No matter how easy or difficult your birth story is, you are guaranteed to feel discomfort and even some pain while you recover from birthing… Continue reading Postpartum Essentials Every Mom Needs
Ask a Real Mom: Best Baby Gear for Your Registry
Register with Confidence! Review our “Best Baby Gear” Recommendations, Written By Real Moms When I found out I was pregnant with my daughter I was so thrilled to welcome a baby girl! I couldn’t wait to shop the baby section at our favorite retailers and splurge on our little one’s wardrobe. 👏👗 My husband and… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: Best Baby Gear for Your Registry
Fall In Love With These 6 Autumn Themed Baby Showers
“It’s the first day of autumn! A time of hot chocolatey mornings, and toasty marshmallow evenings, and, best of all, leaping into leaves!” -Winnie The Pooh, Pooh’s Grand Adventure. I think we can all agree that there is something magical about Autumn. Whether it’s cozy fireside conversations with the ones you love or apple-picking… Continue reading Fall In Love With These 6 Autumn Themed Baby Showers
Top Tech to add to Your Baby Registry
It’s the year 2023, so naturally, all things tech are running our lives. If you’re like me, wherever you’re sitting right now some smart device (or 2 or 3) is within an arm’s reach of you. And while we could talk all day about the ways technology has changed things–for better or worse–the truth is,… Continue reading Top Tech to add to Your Baby Registry
How to Register for Your 2nd Baby in 15 Minutes
I will never forget how excited I was to register for my first baby. However, when I became pregnant again, I had no clue what I’d need the second time around, and I did not have the extra time to make a registry because I was chasing around an 18-month-old who kept me busy for… Continue reading How to Register for Your 2nd Baby in 15 Minutes
Why Your Child Needs a Birthday Registry
It’s 2023, and we are simplifying things for Mom! 🙌 Gift giving has never been easier than with birthday registries! These are the days of attending back-to-back birthday parties on weekends. Preparing for the chaos of getting the family out the door, plus adding the task of buying a gift, can be too complicated. Taking… Continue reading Why Your Child Needs a Birthday Registry
Ask a Real Mom: What Are Your Breastfeeding Essentials?
I will never forget the moment my doctor handed my firstborn daughter to me. It was truly the most overwhelming joy, relief, and love I had ever felt. I was so excited to start my breastfeeding journey, but to my surprise, my daughter would not latch. I was emotional, hormonal, and exhausted, but no matter… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: What Are Your Breastfeeding Essentials?