Grandma the Babysitter: Grandparents as Caregivers
We’ve talked about childcare pros and cons, but we’ve never directly talked about childcare with family as caregivers — and I keep seeing stories about how grandparents move to New York to help raise their grandkids — so I thought we’d discuss. There are obvious pros — love! money! — but the logistics strike me…
Washable Wednesday: Cable Knit Fit & Flare Sweater Dress
Oooh: I liked this highly-rated dress when it was only available in hot pink, but now that I see that it’s in cobalt and a lovely dark green I’m even more smitten. It looks cozy, flattering, and professional — and it’s all machine washable (air dry). The dress is $98 at Nordstrom, available in regular…
Pumping Tuesday: ‘Marion’ Messenger Baby Bag
This is not a pumping bag, but it does look like a lovely and highly rated baby bag. I like the sedate colors (a dark purpley blue and black), as well as the little details like the lightweight (and easily cleaned) nylon, and the magnetic snap-flap closure. It’s $350 at Nordstrom. Tory Burch ‘Marion’ Messenger Baby Bag (L-2)
Maternity Monday: Fleece Maternity Leggings
Whoa: I’ve seen fleece leggings and tights before, but none specifically for maternity sizes. Yet that’s what Plush has done — there are maternity leggings with an under-the-belly waistband, as well as an over-the-belly waistband, and tights. (They come in regular sizes as well, of course.) The pictured leggings are $82; the tights are only $36….