The Breastfeeding Doll: Yay or Nay?

The buzz online lately is all about the new breastfeeding doll. Named "Baby Glutton" (or, as its Spanish maker calls it, "Bebe Gloton"), the toy makes sucking sounds as it "nurses" from its young adopted mother. She (or he!) wears a halter top adorned with two "daises" that substitute for nipples. Electronic … [Read more...]

Expand Your Wardrobe with the Bella Band!

  I went shopping the other day with a friend of mine who is 8 months pregnant. We were walking around, stopping every 5 minutes for her to use the bathroom and after awhile she said "I love not having my pants buttoned." "What!?" was my reply. She explained to me that instead of buying maternity … [Read more...]

Kids and Pets

Pets are an important part of childhood. Everybody has a childhood memory involving a pet. If you’re considering getting a pet, be prepared for additional expenses and headaches over who cares for the pet. However, children benefit significantly from caring for animals. It teaches them to be kind, … [Read more...]

Top 5 Infant Car Seats

Yesterday I gave you some ideas on how to choose an infant seat. Today I want to share with you my list of the top 5 infant seats. You’ll see that all of these seats have a lot of important features and cover all price ranges. Britax makes some of the best car seats that are being sold today. … [Read more...]

How to Buy an Infant Car Seat

  An infant car seat is probably the most expensive and definitely the most important thing you will buy for your baby. Not only protect your baby in the car, you will find that you use it for naps and carrying your baby around out in public. There are so many to choose from and it’s important … [Read more...]

Helping Your Kids Make Friends: Do’s and Don’ts

  With school starting up again, many kids are feeling anxiety about making friends. If your children are switching schools this year, the anxiety can be extremely overwhelming. When I was a kid, you’d just step outside and whoever happened to ride their bike past your house became your friend. … [Read more...]

Gifts for Tweens!

Recently I needed to buy a gift for a tween girl. I didn’t have a lot of money to spend and I didn’t want to hand over a gift card to some store at the mall. So I started asking my mom friends “What are young girls into these days?” The response was overwhelming. The Jonas Brothers, Hannah Montana, … [Read more...]

How to Deal with Unwanted Baby Advice

You’ve spent 9 months hearing all kinds of pregnancy advice about everything from what you shouldn’t eat to whether or not you should exercise. By the time the baby arrives, you've endured the patting of strangers, the prying questions about your "birth plan," your baby's name, and whether you're … [Read more...]

Supermodel Cool for Kids: Get the Look for Less!

Cindy Crawford's daughter is a stunning spitting image of her. At only 7 years old, Kaia has more style than most adults! This look is great inspiration for preteen girls heading back to school in the fall. Here are some budget friendly ideas to help your girls rock Kaia's look: Fedora Extraordinaire: … [Read more...]

Diaper Bag Deals

Here are two awesome designer diaper bags that are on sale right now! Kalencom 5 Piece Tote Diaper Bag $68.00 $49.99 Stylish designer diaper bag by Kalencom. Chocolate brown and blue in color. Large tote-style diaper bag with 6 mesh pockets and zippered opening. Snap on straps hang on stroller. … [Read more...]