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Teething Tuesday: Sharky Brush
Whoa: I didn’t know the makers of the uber-popular banana toothbrush now have a bunch of teething products available in other shapes. I like this electric blue shark (because of course I do), but they also have an octopus-shaped teether, a corn cob teether, and a banana brush in pink and blue. (They’re all linked … Read More about Teething Tuesday: Sharky Brush
Feeding Tuesday: Kids’ Stainless Steel Cups
We’ve had four of these mugs for about a year now, and I think it was a reader who recommended them originally. They’re great for kids! They’re stainless steel, so they’re easy to maintain and free of BPA — and of course, they won’t break if your kid drops them on the floor. They’re also a … Read More about Feeding Tuesday: Kids’ Stainless Steel Cups
Postpartum Tuesday: Bedford Avenue Backpack Diaper Bag
If you’re on the hunt for a diaper bag/backpack combo (great for babywearing), this simple black one from Petunia Pickle Bottom looks great. I like the black floral design, the boxy shape. Amazon only has a few left in stock, but they are on a nice sale — meanwhile Nordstrom has them listed full price … Read More about Postpartum Tuesday: Bedford Avenue Backpack Diaper Bag
The Best Lip Balm for Kids With Chapped Lips
Happy Tuesday! Since I’m sure we’re all recovering from lots of buying this past weekend, I thought I’d give a shoutout to my favorite lip balm for kids with chapped lips: drugstore favoite Neosporin Lip Health Overnight Renewal Therapy. I use it myself when I have severely chapped lips and want more than my usual … Read More about The Best Lip Balm for Kids With Chapped Lips
Organizing Hall of Fame: How to Store Kids’ Gloves and Hats
Here’s how I store my toddler’s gloves and hats… and I found it by accident!
Feeding Tuesday: Healthy Habits Kids Myplate
There are always a lot of cooks in the kitchen when it comes to feeding kids — your husband may portion out man sizes, your mother-in-law may think salami sandwiches are a-ok, and your nanny may see no problem with a lunch of Pirate’s Booty. (Of course the mother is always well-intentioned and perfect!) So … Read More about Feeding Tuesday: Healthy Habits Kids Myplate
Finally Friday: Mini Battery Operated Fan
Sure, it’s disgusting and gross outside, but this shouldn’t concern YOUR little prince (or princess), amiright? This battery operated “stroller clip-on fan” looks great, whether for the stroller (or, fine, the bedroom, where sleeping is a concern) or even (gasp!) for you in your office or on your commute. The fan is $12.99 at Amazon, available in … Read More about Finally Friday: Mini Battery Operated Fan
Finally Friday: Kids’ Bubble Umbrella
Am I the only one who thinks kiddos look absolutely adorable while holding an umbrella? (Am I the only one whose kiddos are absolutely obsessed with umbrellas, also?) Happily no one’s poked anyone’s eyes out (yet), so we’re all good. I didn’t realize Totes made these simple bubble umbrellas for kids — but they do, … Read More about Finally Friday: Kids’ Bubble Umbrella
Gear Tuesday: On-the-Go Travel Drying Rack with Bottle Brush
Oooooh: I’m past the bottle stage, but I may have to pick this up anyway — it seems like every time we’re traveling we never have enough places to put all the various plastic cups we bring for the kids, and towel-drying isn’t optimal for things like Zolis… and the idea of bringing a regular … Read More about Gear Tuesday: On-the-Go Travel Drying Rack with Bottle Brush
Gear Tuesday: ‘Sprout’ High Chair
Whoa: It looks like Oxo Tot has a new version of their high chair, and the seat on this one looks like it might stand the test of time better than the original. Now, keep in mind, we’ve had our high chair for almost 5 years at this point, and except for a brief period … Read More about Gear Tuesday: ‘Sprout’ High Chair
Finally Friday: Voyageur Double-Zip Wristlet
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 … Read More about Finally Friday: Voyageur Double-Zip Wristlet