I know there are endless “best of” and “must have” lists for your baby registry, but I want you to consider this one the “what I wish I knew then” list that will save you from the error of my ways! By the time my third baby came around, I realized how truly important it… Continue reading 11 Baby Registry Items You’ll Still Be Using in 5 Years!
Category: Baby Gifts
Etiquette Guide: When Are Baby Gifts Required?
A baby’s entry into the world is definitely a cause for celebration, but with all the different parties and occasions, it’s not always clear when you’re expected to give a baby gift. You may be invited to multiple gatherings, so when should you bring a gift? And what is the etiquette of baby gift-giving? Below… Continue reading Etiquette Guide: When Are Baby Gifts Required?
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
Ask a Real Mom: Toys That Last a Lifetime
I’m a self-proclaimed toy minimalist. As a mom of a three-year-old, one-year-old with another on the way in just a few short months, I feel I’ve earned this right. I like all our kid’s toys to be easily contained in a basket in our living room and I’m drawn to the classics when it’s time… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: Toys That Last a Lifetime
16 Foolproof Baby Shower Gift Ideas
We’ve all found ourselves in this less-than-ideal situation at least once: there’s a baby shower tomorrow (or today) and you still haven’t picked out a gift. Even worse— there’s no cell service in the store you’re shopping in, so you can’t even look them up on RegistryFinder.com. Luckily, there’s no need to panic. Whether you’re… Continue reading 16 Foolproof Baby Shower Gift Ideas
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card
Simple and sweet messages to share with parents-to-be! We all love celebrating the arrival of a new baby. Shopping for tiny outfits, cute gear, and cuddly toys is always fun, but there’s still an important element to baby gift-giving: writing the card! If you’re facing some writer’s block, you’ve come to the right blog post.… Continue reading What to Write in a Baby Shower Card
Ask Cheryl: Baby Gifts and the Workplace
When someone in the office is expecting, is it appropriate to give a baby gift? What if you haven’t been invited to a shower? Dear Cheryl, One of our coworkers is expecting, and invited one member of the staff to her baby shower. My coworker who was invited collected money from the rest of us… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Baby Gifts and the Workplace
Top 5 Reasons to Create a Baby Registry For Your 2nd or 3rd Child
We believe that every new baby should be celebrated and that baby showers are the perfect time for the expectant mom to relax and spend time with loved ones. If you’re pregnant with your second or third child, you’re probably wondering, “Should I create a baby gift registry?” This is a hotly debated topic, and… Continue reading Top 5 Reasons to Create a Baby Registry For Your 2nd or 3rd Child
Ask a Real Mom: What’s Worth the Splurge in Baby’s Nursery
Let’s be honest: from the moment you get that positive pregnancy test, you start dreaming up your baby’s nursery. At least, that was the case for me. I couldn’t wait to paint, decorate and spend time creating a special room for our new little one. But, as it tends to go in the world of… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: What’s Worth the Splurge in Baby’s Nursery
Baby Gifts for the Clueless
My 30-year-old daughter was home for a visit and asked me to help her find a baby gift. She didn’t have time to order from the registry, so we visited a local retailer with a baby department. I was surprised by how lost she felt while looking at baby gift choices. Her questions, “What’s this… Continue reading Baby Gifts for the Clueless
Ask a Real Mom: Top 5 Baby Gear Items Worth Every Penny
A stroll through your favorite local baby retailer as a newly pregnant mom can leave you with a bit of sticker shock. Two years ago, when I created a registry for our first baby, I joked with my friends that nothing a baby needs was less than $30. Thankfully, the perk of baby gear is… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: Top 5 Baby Gear Items Worth Every Penny
Ask a Real Mom BONUS Edition: Special Christmas Traditions that You and Your Family will Cherish
When your children are little, especially during their first year, the holidays are extra special. It’s incredible to see the joy of Christmas in your toddlers eyes! Most families have their own unique Christmas traditions that have been passed through the generations, but creating new traditions with your children is priceless! They’ll always hold on… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom BONUS Edition: Special Christmas Traditions that You and Your Family will Cherish
Best Personalized Baby Gifts
A personalized baby gift is an extra special way to welcome a sweet bundle of joy. We’ve gathered this list of personalized baby gifts that will be loved and treasured by both parents and children alike. Whether you’re an expectant mom looking for some distinctive items to add to your baby gift registry or you’re… Continue reading Best Personalized Baby Gifts
Our Top Amazon Toy List Gifts for Kids of All Ages
Amazon’s annual Holiday Toy List makes it easier than ever to find the perfect gift for every child in your life. The holiday season is right around the corner, and there’s no time like the present to start planning all your gifting. And with the newest edition of Amazon’s Toy List already announced, it’s super… Continue reading Our Top Amazon Toy List Gifts for Kids of All Ages
Ask a Real TWIN Mom: Baby Registry Essentials for Two
It’s pretty hard to surprise me. So when my best friend FaceTimed me last Spring to show me the ultrasound of her first baby, I was floored when she also revealed the baby’s sibling growing inside her! That’s right: she was having TWINS! And with that announcement began six months of planning and research and… Continue reading Ask a Real TWIN Mom: Baby Registry Essentials for Two
12 Last-Minute Baby Shower Gifts
Need a baby shower gift in a pinch? You can’t go wrong with these last-minute ideas! We’ve all been there: even with the best intentions, somehow the days and weeks get away from us, and all of a sudden, there’s a baby shower tomorrow, and you still haven’t gotten a gift. If you’ve got the registry… Continue reading 12 Last-Minute Baby Shower Gifts