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Monthly Newborn Photography Ideas! We’ve all seen them. The monthly newborn photography that is so adorably creative. New ideas and ways of capturing your baby’s first year are popping up all over the place. The major problem is, with all the diaper changes and 3am feedings, how is anyone to remember to take a baby photo […]
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Summertime is perfect for packing up and taking the kids on a relaxing road trip. Although, relaxing isn’t typically what you think of when you pair kids and road trip together. If your kids are easily bored or antsy during long car rides, these apps will help entertain the youngsters so your next trip will run smoother.
Road Trip Apps for Every Age + CozyPhones Giveaway Read More »
It’s a tradition for many parents. Reading the kids a book before bed as they drift off to sleep. If you think your baby is too young or you’ve never been a nighttime reader, there’s no time like the present! The only “problem” with starting this practice is that kids often pick a favorite. And
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We’re all familiar with the classics: Dr. Seuss, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Corduroy, Goodnight Moon, and so on. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with starting baby’s library from these popular titles. They are classics for a reason after all. But sometimes you are looking for an original book option to give as a gift,
Baby Books: Under the Radar Reading for your Library Read More »
You’ve spent the past 9 months growing your little one and enduring an endless string of new pregnancy symptoms. And you think once you meet that adorable little baby all will be good. But preparing for and taking care of a new baby comes with its own set of challenges. There are a lot of great
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Let’s start this whole thing off by pointing out that Brittany and I just absolutely do not agree on radio preferences. I have a huge disdain for listening to the same 3 Taylor Swift and Adele songs during the same 15 song loop every hour on whatever Top 40 station’s territory we happen to be
Revamp the Road Trip: Honda Road Readers Read More »
It’s my first Father’s Day. Well, as a Dad, you know. As I have never gotten to answer the question, “What do you want for Father’s Day?” I did what every other Dad would do: I took to the internet. And I am thankful I did, because I discovered Bitters & Bottles. What is Bitters
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Memorial Day is upon us, and that means one thing: the unofficial start to the summer fun and family travel season! Since we can’t hit Mexico at the moment (you know, Zika Virus, pregnancy, yada yada yada), we’re going to live vicariously through you when you win a 4-day/3-night stay at the all-inclusive Velas Vallarta.
Top 10: Why All-Inclusive Mexico is Perfect for Family Travel (Vacation Giveaway!) Read More »
If your upcoming travel plans include taking a trip with an infant, you have likely started thinking about what you’ll need to squeeze into that diaper bag. Babies who are fed by the bottle will likely need some type of milk warming mechanism. Enter Warmze. The Warmze is portable bottle warmer that can be used anywhere.
Baby Travel Products: WarmZe Portable Bottle Warmer Read More »
We’re down to 4 weeks until baby girl is estimated to make her arrival. And with that comes a mad dash to finish getting everything together and making sure we have all the baby gear covered. Most people stock up on onesies and footie pajamas, but don’t always remember to add a few nicer, more
Galante Baby: Luxury Baby Clothes (+Giveaway) Read More »
