
Everyone Thursday: Drape-Front Open Knit Cardigan
Pretty, pretty. A drapey cardigan (that instructs you to “hand wash,” which I instantly translate as “machine wash with Woolite on delicate,” because that’s how I roll) works for everyone, whether you’re pregnant, nursing, or beyond. I think the dark gray color is lovely, and I like that this one is longer in the back…

Sick Kids, Work Schedules, Childcare Arrangements, and Excuses
How many layers of backup childcare do you have? When your child is sick, who is the first responder (and, if it’s different, who is the person who stays home)? If you have to miss work, what excuse do you give your boss? We’ve talked a lot about childcare over the years, including the general…
Washable Wednesday: Cowl Neck
This is a simple little top, but I really like it — I think the cowlneck looks flattering and a bit dressy. Wear it with crisp trousers or ankle pants to dress it up even more, perhaps with a great watch or a brooch as an accessory. Great price, too: it was $19, but is…
Feeding Tuesday: Baby Mum-Mum Rice Biscuit
I’ll admit it: we relied heavily on the Mum Mum when my first son was little. In fact, we bought them in bulk and kept packets in both of our strollers, in the diaper bag, in my regular bag… heck, anywhere. They’re portable, not too messy, pretty tough to choke on, and my goodness do…