We're all familiar with sugar-happy birthday parties and itchy-sad Chicken Pox parties. But we're excited about the possibility of hosting a Healthy Child Party that makes the moms, the kids, and the doctors happy. If you're not yet fami…
I still remember the day I learned about sulfates, parabens, and phthalates and what they can do to unborn babies. I waddled into my bathroom, read the ingredients of my favorite products, shook my fist at nasty chemicals and the compani…
One of the cardinal rules around my house: birdwatching is better than television. My little chickadees love to sprinkle seed on the back porch and see who comes a-peckin', especially when that family of wrens returns every year to nest …
What's all-natural, odorless, has a bajillion uses, and can even clean up that two-year old cat barf that's ossified under the couch? Answer: the last cleaner you'll ever buy, Mamas. Really, it's that good. We've covered oodles of the be…
You can't grab an original piece of art by kid-lit favorite and real-life wild thing Maurice Sendak unless you've got super deep pockets . But you can snag the next best thing: Sendak's artwork, already framed, and hand-selected by the m…
Magic Chunks are delicious, all-natural, wheat-free, and sometimes dairy-free. And my kids and I love them. Pull up a chunk and let me tell you why. [Don't miss an exclusive discount after the jump!] Magic Chunks happened quite by accide…
Custom artwork is such a sweet gift and keepsake. These pretty, hand-embroidered hoops are affordable, unique, and light enough to hang over the crib without worrying about concussing those squishy little babies. The personalized embroid…
We've loved Hello Kitty since we were little girls, and now we admit it's fun having her back in our lives on all kinds of things for babies and kids. Especially from some of our favorite indie brands. If you're a Sanrio fan, say hello t…
Are you sick of bunnies, flowers, and butterflies yet? Okay, we're not either, thanks to that extra-long winter. Still, we're year-round zombie fans, especially when they're adorable and delicious. The Undead Zombie Cookie Cutters from P…
In a world dominated by explosions, CGI, and overly detailed movie posters, we're loving this affordable collection of posters with an iconic and refreshing spin on our favorite films -- and our favorite films to share with our kids. We …
Chocolate is delicious, but brown can get so blah during a pastel-pretty holiday. These all-natural bunnies are a great way to think pink without downing a single drop of dye. Our pals at Nutty Steph's have crafted a line of yummy bunnie…
Owls, foxes, hedgehogs. They've all had their day. But if you want to stand out from the creature crowd, we recommend narwhals. Not only are they adorable, but they're the unicorn of the sea! And this one's handmade...and way affordable.…
Whether you need an awesome sibling gift , something bright for the grandparents, or just the perfect picture frame to go with that superhero bedroom, we think this one brings a lot of POW-BANG-ZOOM for the buck. We love Psychobaby becau…
Pink and baby blue? Bunnies and choo-choos? Not today. We've got a hankering for cozy, slouchy hats, slippers , and newborn mittens with vibrant, European style that we've just found. The owner of Rattle Tat goes straight to Sweden for t…
It's almost spring. Almost. That's what I tell myself as I pull on knee-high socks, boots, and a coat. I'm not ready for full-on pastels, but these gorgeous, block-printed scarves are a great way to dip a toe into the bright, carefree co…
It's St. Patrick's Day and that means it's time to put green food coloring in the pancakes, the mashed potatoes, and the toilet. What, your leprechauns don't tinkle in the potty as they hunt for gold? But if you'd like a pretty, sturdy, …
Square sticky notes are so boring. It's much more fun to use these oh-so-familiar shapes, humming Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy as you write out a reminder to take out the garbage . Did you know that the blocks used in Tetris are called …
We love to bring you great picks with a great story, and this one hits home on a lot of levels . Here's how one little girl is making the world a better place through clothes designed by kids, for kids. Bethany Sawyer was only five when …
New mothers are a special breed and require a special regimen. On the feeding front? Give them whatever they want and back away slowly, telling them how beautiful they are. And when it comes to caring for them, you can't go wrong pamperi…
Ok, so there's actually no wrong way to celebrate Pi Day, which is today, 3.14. (Get it?) But this option is inexpensive, functional, and calorie-free. Plus, it can help your kids learn more than the first three digits of everyone's favo…
Spring sunshine and open windows are wonderful...until we suddenly see the dirt and cobwebs that have been comfortably lurking in corners all winter. Here are some of our favorite ways to handle spring cleaning safely, especially when we…
Beautiful style, quality European materials, and adorable sweetness, all in one shoe for babies, toddlers, little girls, and tweens? We heart that! We're smitten with these lovely Heart Ballerina shoes from Chloe In Style. Available in s…
We love it when geek goes chic. These gorgeous posters are a great way to bring your obsession with Doctor Who to the walls with style. Whichever Doctor is your favorite--I'm a David Tennant girl myself--it can be hard to find geeky post…
If you're pining for cool shades, here's a collection that might bamboozle you. Because they're made of woods like pine and bamboo. Whether you're on the hunt for cool frames or love collecting unusual, attention-grabbing sunglasses, I'm…
