Dustin Wax of Stepdadding has a great post on LifeHack.org about how to teach your children charity at Christmas. He suggests that children (with mom or dad’s help) sort their toys into three piles: keep, trash or donate. He advises, “Explain to them that while they are dreaming of new toys for Christmas, there are […]
Getting Personal With Baby Shower Gifts
Once that little one enters your life, it is All About Baby. A personalized baby gift is a sweet way to welcome a new infant to the world. All About Baby brings you a selection of candy-colored, cute, whimsical gifts, many of which are stitched or hand-painted with your child’s name. My Baby has this […]
Toddler Bistro Box and My Mommy’s Tote Winners
Congratulations to all of our Mamanista Winners! We’ve got a few more contests still going on and we’ll have plenty more in the New Year! The Winner of the Toddler Bistro Box Contest is: maddgiggler, who said: I would be looking at the effects my eating habits have on my children. The shopping lists sound […]
Holiday Sale and Free Shipping on Children’s Gifts at DuckDuck Goose (Deal of the Day)
If you are still looking for the perfect gift for a little prince or princess (or pirate) in your life, you should check out the Pre-Holiday Sale at Duck Duck Goose. They have great prices on hip and sweet outfits, accessories, and toys. Baby loves to do her pirate jig, so this Melissa and Doug […]
Mother Luck
Clearly my baby is much cooler than I am–her style, her wit, her winning smile. But PeaceLoveMom is here to help me out. Their designs proudly proclaim that being a mom is fun, lucky, and hip, even. To celebrate my good maternal fortune, I have a Lucky Mom 24/7 t-shirt. Yes, I am blessed 24 […]
Are You Going to Buy the Kindle?
Despite its $399 price-tag, Amazon’s Kindle is so popular that it is already out of stock. If you want to give one for Christmas despite the wait list, Amazon is offering printable gift cards with a photo of the device. Amazon’s Kindle aspires to become the iPod of e-book viewers. Here’s what appeals to me […]
Regifting is Out, Recycling Is In
Regifting may be tacky, but recycled gifts are always classy. Here are some of our favorite recycled presents from UncommonGoods. Recycled Traffic Light Jewelry (Earrings $28, Necklace $42) This fun, modern jewelry was handmade in Pennsylvania from sterling silver and recycled traffic light glass. Owl Clock ($90) This fun wall clock is handmade in Massachusetts […]
More Last Minute Gift Ideas with Free or Upgraded Shipping
For the Designing Gal: The Artful Home has absolutely stunning pieces from artists’ studios shipped to your home. Browsing this store is like going to the biggest and highest quality arts fair ever. You won’t get to sample yummy treats from food vendors but at least you can shop in your PJs. Order a gift […]
Easy Last Minute Christmas Gifts with Free Shipping
Crowded malls, full parking lots and long lines at the cash register make Christmas shopping stressful. To save time, I bought most of my Christmas presents online this year using free shipping codes. While you still have time to buy your presents online, you might be shocked at the price of the rush shipping charges. […]
Win a Personalized Framed Print from Olive Kids
I’ve written before about how to give your nursery an upscale look without busting your budget by adding a few personalized accessories or custom furniture. I recently discovered another affordable source of personalized framed prints, clocks, pillows and more. Olive Kids personalized products are made to-order, and they coordinate perfectly with Olive Kids toddler and […]
