Baby and Kids

05.01.22

The Best Outdoor Toys for Kids

On warm, beautiful, summer days, we spend as much time outside as possible.

On warm, beautiful, summer days, we spend as much time outside as possible. Last summer, we were fully isolated at home so I made a few pandemic purchases to keep things fun and interesting for my preschooler. I found some great outdoor toys and new to the mix this year: …

Family

05.01.22

The Best Travel and City Stroller

If you’re in the market for a smaller stroller that’s great for the …

If you’re in the market for a smaller stroller that’s great for the city but works for travel, too, the Bugaboo Bee is it. It’s a luxury stroller that’s ideal for everything – and is smaller then a full-size stroller, but a little larger (and better) than a travel stroller.

Baby and Kids

04.27.22

Summer Clothes For Boys

I’m a mom to two girls and every so often (as in once …

I’m a mom to two girls and every so often (as in once every couple months) will get a request to share clothes for boys. So since basically no one asked, I thought I’d share some warm-weather summer styles for boys. There’s no question that girls’ clothes are cuter. That’s …

Baby and Kids

04.19.22

Summer Clothes For Girls

With two growing girls and warmer weather on the horizon, it’s time to …

With two growing girls and warmer weather on the horizon, it’s time to buy some warm-weather pieces. It’s always fun when the girls need new outfits because there are so many cute options. Buying summer clothes for girls is always fun. Dresses, sandals, and sweet little sets like this. I’m …

Baby and Kids

03.28.22

How to Create Kids Play Area in A Small Space

Like most parents, I made some big, bold statements about the kind of …

Like most parents, I made some big, bold statements about the kind of mom I would be. My house would always be clean, my kids would never wear clothing I didn’t like, and I’d be a minimalist with toys. Then I had kids. My house is definitely not always clean, …

Family

03.13.22

8 Lessons I Learned Transitioning from 1 to 2 Kids

Transitioning from 1 to 2 kids isn’t easy, but for me, it was …

Transitioning from 1 to 2 kids isn’t easy, but for me, it was a lot easier than going from 0 to 1. Sure, isolation, a pandemic, and cancer treatment only made it that much more complex. It has to be said that Kate has been a pretty easy-going baby compared to …

Baby and Kids

02.13.22

Toddler Bath Time Essentials

Bath time can be both fun or exhausting. Some toddlers love it while …

Bath time can be both fun or exhausting. Some toddlers love it while others…do not.  From watching your toddler like a hawk to attempting to rinse their hair when they just won’t look up (you’d think they’d catch on) – it’s a lot of work, but with the right toys, …

Baby and Kids

01.12.22

The Best Toys For 18 Month Old Toddlers

Finding the best toys for your 18-month-old can be a challenge. They’ve outgrown …

Finding the best toys for your 18-month-old can be a challenge. They’ve outgrown their baby toys but are not ready for toys designed specifically for older toddlers. We’ve talked about the best toys for 1 year olds, but your 18 month old is busy. I try to choose toys that …

Style

01.06.22

A Day in the Life: Working From Home With Toddlers (During Winter and Isolation)

For the last year or so, I’ve received countless requests for a daily …

For the last year or so, I’ve received countless requests for a daily schedule but most days, we’re just trying to get by. The honest truth is that we don’t have a ton of structure beyond meals and Kate’s naps. Margot spends most of the winter in pajamas and it’s …

Baby and Kids

12.03.21

Toys That are Safe for Toddler Siblings

At around 2.5, Margot got very into “tiny toys” – mainly her mouse …

At around 2.5, Margot got very into “tiny toys” – mainly her mouse house accessories and sensory clay kits. She is allowed to play with them while Kate naps and we always keep a close eye on her because you just never know. Right before Kate started crawling, I went …

Home

11.17.21

The Design Trend I Can’t Get Enough Of

Scallops are hardly new, but they have come back in a big way.

Scallops are hardly new, but they have come back in a big way. It’s a design trend I can’t get enough of. From scalloped furniture to bedding lamp and shades, these little curves are everywhere, and they have really grown on me. They’re simple and delicate without being too frilly.

Baby and Kids

11.11.21

How to Purge and Organize Toys

I’m always surprised at the content that resonates, and today, I’m going to …

I’m always surprised at the content that resonates, and today, I’m going to talk about how to purge and organize toys. I hope this helps some of you learn more about the toys that are worth investing in. All kids are different – they play differently and will each have …

Shopping

11.09.21

22 Women-Owned Baby and Child Brands to Shop This Year

From clothes to toys (and even decor) I love shopping small for my …

From clothes to toys (and even decor) I love shopping small for my girls. The quality and style can’t be beat, and as always, there’s something so special about supporting other women (often moms) who are following their dreams. As a mom to two girls, it feels especially important to …

Baby and Kids

11.04.21

New Fall Outfits for Kate

I was so excited when, conveniently, I found out I was having another …

I was so excited when, conveniently, I found out I was having another girl, and that my girls due dates were exactly 2 years and 2 days apart. Seasonally, they’d align perfectly, and I’d be able to pass clothes down. Or so I thought. Margot was a peanut, and Kate …

Baby and Kids

11.03.21

A Review of the Nanit Baby Monitor

New parents can have some anxiety when it’s time to put baby in …

New parents can have some anxiety when it’s time to put baby in their own room. One of the things that eased my mind was the Nanit monitor. After years of using the Nanit, it’s time to finally share a Nanit review. It’s a product I liked so much that …

Baby and Kids

10.14.21

The Best Books for Toddlers and Little Kids

We read a lot of books every day. Some of the sweetest moments …

We read a lot of books every day. Some of the sweetest moments with my girls include snuggling and reading books. From activity books during the day to our favorite stories before nap time and bedtime – we love to read. These are the ones we always go back to …

Baby and Kids

10.12.21

The Best Winter Gear for Babies and Toddlers

It’s almost that time of year. Temps have been pretty warm in Chicago, …

It’s almost that time of year. Temps have been pretty warm in Chicago, but in the next week, we’ll say farewell to summer weather and hello to fall and probably three weeks later it will snow. 🙄 I really wish fall lasted more than a week or two but what …

Baby and Kids

10.04.21

Babyproof Your Home With These Essentials

I knew I’d want to make our home safe for our children. But …

I knew I’d want to make our home safe for our children. But I also though I’d teach my young children to avoid the stairs when they were little and waited a while to install baby gates. That did not last long and eventually, the stairs were gated, but I …

Baby and Kids

09.23.21

Kate’s Neutral Nursery Tour

Kate will be fifteen months this week, so it’s about time I shared …

Kate will be fifteen months this week, so it’s about time I shared her nursery with you. 😉  This room, which was my former office, is (this might shock you) more neutral than I wanted it to be, but after adding some molding and art, I’m happy with how it …

Baby and Kids

09.22.21

Kids Room Art Prints

I am so excited about this collaboration. A few months ago, I randomly …

I am so excited about this collaboration. A few months ago, I randomly messaged Sara Fitz after seeing her prints (and wallpaper) pop up over and over. We had never messaged until that day, but I said hello and told her I loved her work. And I asked how she’d …

Baby and Kids

09.20.21

The Best Single and Double Strollers

A stroller is a huge investment, and unfortunately, the one you love for …

A stroller is a huge investment, and unfortunately, the one you love for one child might not be your favorite for two (in fact, it won’t). If you’re like me, you might find yourself trying half-a-dozen strollers before figuring out which one(s) are the best. That number might seem excessive …