It’s June and wedding season is in high gear. Whether you have 1 or 10 nuptial affairs to attend, you have gifts to purchase for the shower and/or the actual wedding itself. What’s a guest to do? Well you’re in luck, because I have done the guesswork for you! I have created a list of […]
Despicable Me 2 *GIVEAWAY*
I don’t know about you, but ever since “Despicable Me” came out, I was really hoping they would do a sequel (just for some more Minion action alone!). Well, Gru and his army of Minions are back in “Despicable Me 2” coming to theatres nationwide on July 3! My Minion prayers have been answered (seriously, […]
I Luv Shmoozees Video Contest
ILuvShmoozee by Jay@Play is currently hosting a fun-filled video contest that allows readers to create a Shmoozee-inspired video to win big prizes including a grand prize of $500 and a first prize of $250, to name a few. Below is our fun (and admittedly, amateur) Shmoozee video: “Lolli Daze with Shmoozees.” Watch to see who ends […]
Mother’s Day Gifts Under $25
According to a recent survey by Child’s Play Communications, the number one thing moms want for Mother’s Day is something handmade from their child. Yet nearly 1/4 of moms receive nothing on Mother’s Day…and that’s just a shame. Homemade gifts and cards are treasured, but adult children — who may have outgrown their arts & […]
The Big Toy Book’s Baby Palooza All-Stars
I was lucky enough to be invited to The Big Toy Book Baby Palooza in NYC, hosted by The Big Toy Book, Charlene Chronicles, and Real Mom Media. My good friend Joey Fortman of Real Mom Media promised that I would not be disappointed, and wow was she right! I found a ton of great gifts for my […]
April Showers (of the Baby Variety)
I don’t know about you, but I have quite a few baby showers to attend this spring. Thank goodness for registries but I always try to think of something special for the mom-to-be that may not be on her registry (or her radar). Totsy has some great deals on special gifts for the mom and […]
How to Pick Your Nursery Theme
When I was pregnant, I spent hours browsing blogs and store websites (Pinterest didn’t exist yet!) to pick a nursery theme. If you’re overwhelmed with the number of choices, here are three tips on picking a great nursery theme: Start with your favorite colors: When I found out I was having a boy, I knew […]
Great Gifts for Baby’s First Easter
Celebrate the arrival of spring with these bunny-themed Easter gifts for baby. Who doesn’t love a baby with bunny ears? Both of my boys were springtime babies, and I couldn’t resist snapping photos of them wearing bunny hats and wrapped in bunny-ear hooded towels. If I had girls, I’m sure I would have splurged on […]
Help Fight Postpartum Depression with Jammies by Helene Laure
Did you know that approximately 950,000 women suffer from postpartum depression each year? Some research suggests possibly even more. Katherine Stone has made it her mission to educate the public on the mental illnesses that afflict pregnant women as well as support the mothers who are struggling with postpartum depression. Katherine is the founder and editor […]
Cozy at Home in Bravado by Rebecca Minkoff — Benefiting Baby Buggy
Anyone who knows me…or at least anyone who knows me post-college…would know you’ll only get a picture of me in a tank top for a good cause! Since I have been pregnant and/or breastfeeding for the last seven years, I know my nursing tanks and bras. And Bravado is a brand that helps me feel […]
