Being pregnant through the summer immediately made me think of what I'll be wearing at the beach and the lake. Sure, I probably could wear my two piece, but I don't know how comfortable or … more
Pregnancy clothing is really expensive considering you wear it for such a short time, isn't it? I can find a non-pregnancy shirt for myself for $10, but a pregnancy shirt will be nowhere … more
As I mentioned, I am so happy to go with a midwife for this pregnancy. Even just one appointment has already made a world of a difference. When I told her I am borderline anemic, she recommended … more
I have recently been discovering the wonders of bamboo products. I'm in love with the way bamboo clothing feels on my skin. I also wanted to try some bamboo towels and Midori Linen is … more
I don't know about you, but I throw out a substantial amount of spoiled produce. We are very careful about how much we buy and try to have minimal waste, but sometimes it just happens and … more
With summer approaching I am really looking forward to serving cold healthy snacks to my daughter and any kids visiting. For the most part because I've got my hands on Ice Pop Joy, an indispensable … more
I have had my eye on the incredibly stylish baby clothing line - Green Cotton. Funny how when you have babies you stop noticing the cute clothes for yourself and instead ogle the adorable baby … more
I think investing in feeding your family good quality, healthy food without chemicals is the most important step in green living. But if you can afford other things like healthier bedding, by all means … more
Yes, my daughter is only two. No, I did not plan on reading this book about parenting teenagers. I actually received it accidentally from the publisher who sent me the book The Well-Adjusted Child: The … more
I wish I discovered Wupzey when my 2 year old was just learning to eat solids by herself a year ago! It would have made my endless cleaning a lot easier. Anything for a baby that you can just wipe and … more
Baby E loves anything with wheels, just like any toddler. We borrowed a tricycle a few months back, but those pedals just kept getting in the way. I was really hoping to find her a balance bike for this … more
Living in a home on a concrete slab in the Northeast of the U.S. can get quite chilly, especially in the winter months. It's beautiful in the summer and keeps our home cool, but in February you don't … more
I have four feet of snow outside with ten foot snowbanks. In the past sixteen years of living here north of Boston this is perhaps the snowiest winter of all! I can't remember a January with a major … more
Organic cotton clothing can be pricey. I generally don't buy any for myself or my daughter unless I find a really good deal. Why even bother? Well, because conventional cotton is grown with insane … more
"Once upon a time, all children were homeschooled. They were not sent away from home each day to a place just for children but lived, learned, worked, and played in the real world, alongside adults … more
I am so excited I'm not sure where to start! You see, my husband is an ice cream addict. Hence I have tasted one too many store bought ice creams. I was never an ice cream lover simply because I've … more
I am a big fan of Elle Macpherson maternity/nursing wear as it is one of the few companies that makes motherhood lingerie that is actually attractive! Shortly before Christmas a little package arrived … more
I've been drinking my filtered water from stainless bottles for a while now. The risks of BPA in plastic have been underestimated for too long and it has recently been linked to infertility even more … more
Fellow Luncher @djevoke has asked a question about wedding planning that I recently answered and now I'm turning it into a full review! Our wedding day was August 12, 2006. … more
When we had the opportunity to review the iBert Safe-T seat for our toddler, we were on the hunt for the best, most comfortable helmet for our daughter. We went to a huge sports store in the area to try … more
If you asked me which full stash of cloth diapers I would buy if money was no object, I would say the Ecobubs Wool Pocket Nappy. This is quite simply the best diaper I have ever tried on our baby, hands … more
Disclaimer: I received free pre-release screening tickets courtesy of Boston Parent Bloggers, but I was not part of the press and in no way obligated to write a review - so this is strictly my opinion. … more
Disclaimer: We didn't actually get to go inside the museum, we only toured the outdoor exhibits. Not exactly a National Park, but I thought this is the best community for this review. … more
It's that time of the year again, get moving on the Christmas cards if you haven't already! Though we do not officially celebrate Christmas, we do like to send out cards to our friends and relatives … more
When I was a little girl I made a house for my dolls on the bookshelves in my room. I made the furniture and even made clothes for my dolls. I guess now that I have a little girl of my own, I am dreaming … more
We are a musically inclined family and music is embedded in our genes. My grandfather composed music and was a conductor and my father still writes original music and performs regularly. I was raised … more
My husband and I love the outdoors. Before our daughter was born we were renting a suburban apartment and had our bikes parked right outside our entry door. We both worked full time but still sought out … more
We have recently adopted a new member into our family. Baby E has named her Kukala which is the Russian word for doll. I gave her name suggestions, but she'll have none of it - Kukala it is. This … more
I love winter, snow, and sledding. This coming winter I have the extreme pleasure of enjoying it with my toddler. My mission has been to equip her (and myself) with the toastiest winter gear so that … more
Our baby girls is 21 months old this month, she's growing so fast! I was thinking of letting her self-wean, but we are really eager to give her a sibling. Of course being pregnant and breastfeeding … more
Over the past three years my family and I have become more and more aware of what we purchase and how what we buy impacts people around the world. In the past I knew nothing about child labor, sweat … more
Cute?! Cute can't even begin to describe this little monkey! I completely understand why baby E hugs it for 3 minutes straight and doesn't want to let go! You should have seen my daughter's … more
These pediped Grip 'n' Go Giselle shoes sent to us to try have been getting rave reviews! Not just from my daughter and grandma, from complete strangers and not just moms. Some guy walking … more
When I was pregnant with baby E, I didn't think a nursing bra was a necessity. A few short weeks after she was born I realized I was wrong. If you are serious and committed to nursing, … more
Thanks Mama is a wonderful place to buy cloth diapers for your baby's needs. I have personally been in contact for a little while with the wonderful owner, Helena, whom I'm looking forward to … more
No kids room is complete without a kid size table and chair set, right? Baby E was really excited about her very own table and chairs for snacking a sipping tea with her teddy bear. Since her own room … more
Those pesky plastic bags. They seem to accumulate everywhere because my frugal self can't let them go after being used once. My common sense mentality doesn't see why I should keep paying money … more
In the world of cloth diapering retailers I have stumbled on Bellalojo, a local business based in Columbus, OH. Their variety is really great and they carry many of our favorite fluffy diapers. Our new … more
All of the major beauty brands have had it too easy for far too long. They put whatever they want, including untested chemicals, into makeup that us girls just can't live without. For a while we were … more