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Are Flash Sale Sites Really a Good Deal?

October 3, 2011
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I enjoy shopping. I won’t lie. But I also enjoy couponing — big time. Because I love a bargain. So flash sale sites are a natural draw for me. A chance to get stuff I want at a major discount? Sheesh! Sign me up! But here’s what I’ve found out — flash sale sites are not [...]

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Trend Alert: White Watches

March 12, 2010

Just after – and I mean literally just after – I bought my beautiful black faced watch (with black band, though you can change the bands easily) from J. Crew, I found out in this month’s Glamour Magazine that WHITE watches are the new it accessory. White. Figures. White watches do, admittedly, look cool. (If [...]

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New Books For Baby

September 17, 2009

Two books on the new releases wall caught my eye: Art for Baby and Night, Night Little Pookie. Art For Baby is a collection if black and white images by top modern artists like Keith Haring, Damien Hirst and Takashi Murakami. The drawings have been selected to enhance baby’s awareness of the world around them. [...]

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Sparkability: Better Things for Babies

September 17, 2009

I stumbled upon a new website that seems specifically catered to me and I suspect to a number of you out there who want to give their kids quality products that are both good for your children and good for the environment. Oh, and that incorporate great design too! Sparkability bills itself as offering better [...]

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Jewelry That Keeps Baby Close By

September 16, 2009

These keepsake necklaces are both touching and lovely. It could be simply a cool silver pendant but it really is your baby’s fingerprint. Or the first letter of her name. Or even a quote that warms your heart. Call me corny, but I love these. What appeals to me the most is their understated sentimentality [...]

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OMG: A Snuggly for You and Baby

September 14, 2009

Introducing what may be the weirdest baby invention of the year: the Peekaru! I can imagine the inventor of this thing sitting around with friends (drinking heavily) saying, “I need a new pull-over but what about the baby strapped to me? I know, instead of taking little Tommy OFF before dressing, I’ll just make a [...]

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Leafy Goodness

September 10, 2009

I stumbled on this website and couldn’t resist the pillows. I mean gorgeous. Lotta Helleberg at InLeafDesign.com uses non-toxic paints and dyes on natural fibers to lovingly create the most soothing of leaf designs on pillows, bags, linens, wall art and sachets. I’m wild about this pillow, though I’ll probably wait until my little girls [...]

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Modern Baby Furniture Worth a Look

September 2, 2009

The Argington company was just brought to my attention and I wish I would have seen it two years ago when we were buying our nursery furniture. Not only is the furniture superb, but they are committed to sustainable design and having a minimal impact on the environment. Since I’m now thinking about a “big [...]

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The Battle of Old Shoes vs. New Shoes

August 27, 2009

Clearly my daughter has not inherited the “shoe” gene! We went to Stride Right the other day (great back to school sale going on, BTW) to get her some new shoes. Her tiny feet aren’t so tiny any more. And boy do they grow fast…I’ve never seen feet grow so quickly. We bought 2 pairs [...]

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Finding a Modern Toddler Table

August 25, 2009

I’ve been on a quest to find a modern toddler table that will grow with our little one but won’t break the bank. Since we don’t have a playroom separate from the main living area of our house, I wanted the table to at least be pleasing to look at and fit in with our [...]

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Pregnant While Chasing a Toddler: Reality Sets In

July 29, 2009

OMG! When thinking about the whole idea of having a second child, my husband and I forgot a number of crucial data points, which, unfortunately, have now reared their ugly heads. First, exhaustion. I mean, our toddler (20 months, now) is so precocious – she’s in to everything. It’s fun, at times, to catch her [...]

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Brushing Teeth: Learning to Brush at an Early Age!

April 28, 2009

At less that two years old, my daughter, who sees me and my husband brushing our teeth each morning (she’s usually asleep by the time we do it at night) has taken a keen interest in the toothbrush.  On a recent playdate, she even convinced her friend to join in on the fun. Since we’re [...]

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How to Photograph at Kids Birthday Parties

April 27, 2009

Birthday parties are filled with activities, food and fun – what’s a better time to capture your little one’s precociousness on film? Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you’re following around the tiny tot’s with your camera: 1) always follow the cake (or cupcakes) – endless kodak moments pop up 2) [...]

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