I’ve been meaning to do a gift guide of sorts to share some of my ideas for young children. I realize I’m a little late in the game, but hopefully this will help you out if you’re starving for ideas. This year I decided to include only items that we own and love. These are [...]

When it comes to baby and childrens’ products, I don’t like to compromise. I seek out the best products that I can afford–items that will last through several children so I don’t waste money purchasing the same things again. In addition to quality materials and craftsmanship, I love products that are rather unique and tastefully designed. That desire [...]

I didn’t really have time this year to hunt down a cute AND affordable Halloween costume for Mr. Boy, so I decided to make one myself. I had actually thought of making him a play bagpiper outfit over the summer when he became fascinated with the bagpipers he saw in various parades. He would march [...]

Today we set out in search of a new fall coat for Mr. Boy. This task is much easier said than done. Sometimes it seems like every family has a size 2T little boy, as that size is almost never in stock! We eventually found ourselves at Old Navy where I fell in love with [...]

Fisher-Price is one of my favorite brands, and I know they are immensely popular with other parents as well. I just wanted to alert you to the huge recall of several different items that was just launched. I don’t have any of these, but I know people who do.  Here is the relevant information from [...]

UPDATE: Since I wrote this post, Walmart has changed their diaper design to something more gender-neutral (I’m sorry, I don’t have a picture). I’m happy that Walmart listened to their customers and changed their product to be more pleasing for everyone. Mr. Boy has been potty trained since 23 months, but we still rely on [...]

I just had to post about this adorable book, which I found on my most recent trip to the library. I usually check out a stack of books each time I go, and some are better than others. This is one of my favorites, chosen because it reminds me so much of Mr. Boy at [...]