I spied these baby milestone cards over at Nordstrom a few weeks ago and thought, aw, what a great idea. When J was little we created our own little signs that we held up next to him; and at that time the “milestone stickers” were big, for you to stick a huge sticker on your kiddo that said,…
I was just in a Tumi store (at the airport, of all places), and when I checked out the merchandise, this wristlet had some serious appeal. It’s clean. It’s classic. It’s big enough for a phone, cards, and even a lipgloss (or, hey, a snack for your kiddos). It goes from diaper bag to a…
Is the best daycare near home — or work? We’ve talked a lot about childcare over the years, including the general pros and cons of different childcare arrangements, backup childcare strategies and how to find childcare for a sick kid. We’ve talked about nannies (the logistics of a nanny share, how detailed to be for…
This blazer is a perpetual favorite at Nordstrom. It’s available in regular and petite sizes, it’s handwashable, and it’s on sale for $58. Huzzah! There are three color choices (black, gray, and navy) in sizes XS-XL. Olivia Moon Knit Blazer Here’s a plus-size option. (L-3)
There’s a lot to like about this dress — it’s machine washable, has sleeves, a work-appropriate hem length, and a high neckline, and hello, it’s under $40! (Also, it looks adorable in the real-life photos women have submitted.) It’s available exclusively online for $36 (from $60); there are also a few versions with prints available in regular,…
