Creative nursery themes (or rather no themes)
I feel like we live in the “theme” era. From birthday parties to nurseries, everything seems to need a central motif. And I get it; sometimes, having a set theme can make things much easier, especially when we’re bombarded by marketing of millions of readily available products ever
Best barefoot shoes for toddlers that are stylish & healthy
I first encountered the idea of barefoot footwear when looking for my son’s first shoes. But what are barefoot shoes for toddlers (also called minimal shoes)? It’s a footwear designed to mimic the natural feeling and movement of the joints of the foot when walking barefoot; at the same t
Traveling with a baby by plane
The first airplane travel with a baby is incredibly overwhelming. Adding a newborn to the equation changes everything even if you have traveled a thousand times before. When my son was born, it took me weeks before I even took him outside for a stroller walk. That’s how stressed I was, overthi
Sad beige vs. Colorful children space design
With the rapid growth of platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, people’s lives have become increasingly curated. This includes mom influencers and their so-called aesthetics that encapsulate their fashion, homes, and even children. There’s a lot of backlash against the “
Best baby & toddler clothing brands
I remember the first time I went to a baby clothing store and got a little newborn-size pajama. It was right after my obstetrician appointment. I was far along enough in my pregnancy, the baby was growing healthy, and it felt “safe” enough to make that first step. Walking around the baby
10 baby products I regret buying and things I wish I got sooner
I realize now that excessive shopping was my coping mechanism for pregnancy and post-partum anxiety. I am a perfectionist, and having a baby upended my world and left me facing many situations that were stressful and worrisome for an inexperienced first-time mother. Adding recommended baby registry
Yoto vs. Toniebox. Which one is better?
Yoto Player and Toniebox are relatively new devices that are an excellent way for kids to enjoy listening to music or stories that don’t involve turning on the screen. But why would you need them if you could just play the same audio from a phone or a record player? There are a few reasons. [&
Cybex Gazelle S stroller review
When I was pregnant with my son, we realized we were going to need a stroller for our baby. After thoroughly researching this subject, I understood two things: it needs to be a convertible, single-to-double stroller (as we planned to have another child close in age), and the one that seemed to fit o
Best Single To Double Stroller guide
When you first have a child, you’ll probably need a stroller at some point. There are many types on the market, and they all fit different needs. It can be very confusing at first. Do you need a single-to-double, travel, jogging, bassinet, travel system, umbrella, side-by-side, or maybe a wag
Best gifts for a 2-year-old boy*
Turning two is a big deal. The birthday party is exciting for all the family, and as parents, we can’t wait to see the joy in our children’s eyes on their special day. While I try to have a somewhat minimalist approach to toys, they also serve an essential role in a child’s early educa
