Ahh, the breast pump. Not the most glamorous part of new motherhood. But for many of us, it's a necessity. Whether you're just pumping and freezing so your partner can take the midnight feedings or you're headed back to work but don't wa…
Now that I've had three kids, I'm a big believer in only spending money on baby gear that's really worth it . That spendy bottle warmer you'll use for oh, 3 months? Skip it. But a highchair that will literally last until your kids are in…
When I returned to work while breastfeeding my first daughter, I found myself sorely unprepared for everything it entailed. I can't even begin to convey the frustration I experienced -- though I'm sure a lot of you know just what I'd bee…
Next up in our Baby Registry Essentials Guide series , we're excited to share 7 of our own must-haves for breastfeeding moms. And hey, just in time for National Breastfeeding Month -- although of course, these are all fantastically usefu…
After I discovered the magic of swaddling to help my babies sleep for longer than, oh, 15 minutes at a time, I was hooked. And in the way newborns spit up, poop, and find other creative ways to get their clothes and bedding messy again a…
Like many moms who choose to breastfeed, I was fairly aware of the benefits of breastfeeding my first baby well before I started. But I actually didn't know how many benefits there would be for me too, at least until I was pretty far alo…
We're so glad we're raising girls in an era where feminism is front and center, and the number of strong, visible female role models is growing across every profession at the highest levels. So I was thrilled when I saw this adorable fem…
Serious bookworms out there are probably already familiar with the cool, literary-inspired gear from Out of Print . Maybe your kid proudly sports the Madeline cover art on her Out of Print tee , or your baby's rocking a Very Hungry Cater…
Whether or not you remember it, there was a time that the only crib bedding options for new parents were matchy-matchy bed-in-a-bag sets or expensive bespoke bedding. So we're really thankful that now there are so many stylish options fo…
Budgeting for a new baby can be overwhelming for many of us. You need clothes, diapers, a crib, a stroller -- the list goes on. And on. While some items like rattles and burp clothes are relatively inexpensive, others -- like a car seat …
We're typically not huge fans of nursing covers around here. Grabbing a baby blanket or muslin swaddler and tucking it into our bra straps always worked just fine for all of us when we felt the need to cover up a little more. But when I …
Even if you’re not in the market for a new diaper bag, you might want to give the waterproof diaper bags from TWELVElittle a second look. My kids haven’t been in diapers in years, but I’ve been using their new waterproof diaper bag daily…
This is a sponsored message from Nanit If you've ever lost sleep waiting impatiently for your baby to fall asleep -- or worse, woken your little one up when you've just peeked in -- you need to meet Nanit , a tremendous new advancement i…
Each year, when we put together our Father's Day Gift Guide , we have an extra-soft spot when it comes to seeking out cool Father's Day gift ideas for new dads. There's something so special about commemorating the day for the very first …
DIY Father's Day gifts are always so special, especially from the youngest kids. (Once we hit voting age or so, those handprint mugs just don't really cut it in the same way, huh.) So for our next installment of our 2016 Father's Day Gif…
Of course your love don't cost a thing and the handmade cards and heartfelt DIY gifts always go straight to the heart. But if you're looking for a Father's Day gift under $25 that makes a big splash with a smaller budget, we've found som…
We always love finding the coolest personalized Father's Day gifts every year as part of our Father's Day gift guide . And by cool, we mean no cheesy "your name here" mugs. (Not that he wouldn't love it if it came from you, though.) So c…
We love tips and hacks to help parents manage that not always fun job of parenting. And now there's a mom-and-dad run company so committed to it, they're creating products that bring to life those age-old parental tricks with modern desi…
You can tell a lot about a guy by the way he dresses, and in my mind, cufflinks say sophisticated, successful, and now, daddy. Give your kids' dad these sterling silver Dada cufflinks by Tali Gillette for Father's Day, so he can wear his…
Sometimes in the world of baby gear, less is definitely way more. These modern, space-saving baby bouncers capture this spirit in a big way. Their sleek designs mean your living room can look less like a mini gymnasium and more like smar…
If innovative baby gear is any indication, we can confidently say this is an awesome time to be expecting. My youngest just turned 6 years old, so I'm only a few years out of the baby stage, and yet there has been so much amazing change …
After ten years of parenting, I thought I had this whole toothbrushing thing figured out. I mean, it's not that hard, compared to say potty training or tying shoelaces. But when my preschooler ended up at the dentist with three cavities,…
In my opinion, a good book is a great gift . And since you're probably shopping for Mom this week (but hurry!), I'd recommend you stop by your local bookstore to take a peek at What I Told My Daughter by Nina Tassler. This collection of …
Around here we have the same problem each year: We start looking for cool Mother's Day gifts for all of you weeks in advance...and that means, we sometimes forget to get our own gifts taken care of. (Cobblers' children and all that). Hey…