They always say there’s nothing anyone can say to prepare you for the change of life that is motherhood and parenting. And that couldn’t be more true! Jon and I brought our son home in September of last year and, after an unplanned c-section and longer stay in the hospital, I was overwhelmed to say… Continue reading Ask a Real Mom: What to Bring a New Mom
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2017 Best New Baby Products: Part 1- Newborn Essentials
Between having three of my own young children and attending countless baby showers over the past few years I thought I’d seen it all. That was until I found the latest and greatest baby items which featured many innovative upgrades to traditional baby gear and bright, modern styles and patterns. Today, we’ve partnered with our… Continue reading 2017 Best New Baby Products: Part 1- Newborn Essentials
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
The Best Places to Create Your Baby Registry
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
2017 Best New Baby Products: Part 2- Items You’ll Use for Years
We’re back with part 2 in our series Best New Baby Products for 2017! Today you’ll find 10 fantastic items that you’ll be able to use with your little one for many, many years to come. These versatile products adapt to your child from the infant through toddler stages and even into their childhood. P.S.… Continue reading 2017 Best New Baby Products: Part 2- Items You’ll Use for Years
Top Infant Essentials for your Baby Gift Registry
If you’re currently expecting your first child, I’d like to offer my warmest congratulations! You’re about to embark on the greatest adventure of your life – one filled with more love and joy than you ever thought possible! You will be forever changed by the tiny human you will soon hold in your arms. I… Continue reading Top Infant Essentials for your Baby Gift Registry
Ask Cheryl: Baby Shower Invitation Etiquette
The reader featured in today’s post was invited to a baby shower, but feels put out because the invitation dictated what she should buy for a gift. What is the proper way to include baby registry information on a baby shower invitation? Find out below. Dear Cheryl, I have just been invited to a baby shower for the… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Baby Shower Invitation Etiquette
Baby Shower Games that are Actually Fun
You’re not alone if the words awkward and tricky come to mind when you think about baby shower games. When it’s your chance to host a shower, you have options that won’t make your guests cringe — no, seriously. The activities below will help you get people mingling and having fun without sacrificing your party’s… Continue reading Baby Shower Games that are Actually Fun
The Best New Baby Products We Found on Social Media
If you’ve got a little one on the way, you know how overwhelming it can be to figure out exactly what you’ll need to care for your new arrival. And that overwhelming feeling isn’t just for first-time moms—I’m expecting my second, and it seems like my Facebook and Instagram feeds are filled with new products… Continue reading The Best New Baby Products We Found on Social Media
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
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
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
Ask a Real Mom: Grandparent Essentials
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
10 Expert Tips for Hosting Your First Baby Shower
If you’re a 30-something year-old like me, you’re probably very familiar with the wedding circuit. There’s at least one bridal shower, a bachelorette weekend, sometimes a lingerie shower, and of course, the wedding weekend itself. But if you think you’re done celebrating the couple after the wedding, think again. As the old adage goes: First… Continue reading 10 Expert Tips for Hosting Your First Baby Shower
7 Unique Boy Baby Shower Themes (Boy-Mom Approved)
Boy baby showers don’t have to be all “snips and snails and puppy dog tails”! You can welcome the newest little guy in your life in a sweet adorable way that will delight any mama-to-be. These are some of my absolute favorite ideas for a baby boy shower, and I might just be secretly hoping… Continue reading 7 Unique Boy Baby Shower Themes (Boy-Mom Approved)
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