Must Haves

Review: Good Nite Lite – a great gadget for kids ages 3+

This is a great gadget for a toddler or school age child or a parent who’s child’s sleep patterns need adjusted… like mine! What a dream it would be to sleep in until I WANT Madelyn to get out of bed… 9:00a.m. would be great but I’d settle for 8:30. With the help of the

Moleskine notebooks, journals, and calendars + a coupon code AND a giveaway!

Where do your notes start? My Moleskine notebook is the first place I jot down things from items to add to my grocery list, to to-dos, and random thoughts of which there are tons, important dates, gift ideas, and other ramblings. From there I usually add those notes to the appropriate iPhone app such as

Toddler Must Have: Melissa and Doug Puppet Theater

This Melissa and Doug wooden puppet theater has a sturdy non-tip base and plenty of room inside. The playful detailed graphics and soft fabric curtains will help inspire expression in any child. The puppet theater features a chalkboard and clock with movable hands. What age is it for? Ages 3+ How much is it? $100

Oct. 8 Must-Have: Oilily Tights for Little Girls

There is a cool crisp breeze in the air, apple festival time has arrived and Halloween decorations fill the stores. Gone are cotton sundresses, it is time for dressing up my toddler in tights and warmer dresses and skirts. She has several pair of tights, but her favorites are the styles from Oilily. Oilily tights

Sept. 24 Must-Have: Duncan Pulse YoYo

My 10 year old loves yo-yo’s. I do to. The yo-yo is a classic toy that I had when I was a kid and it actually require some skill, unlike some toys and games kids have these days. I sound so old.. but I’m not, really! Not only the best light-up yo-yo on the market,

Sept. 23 Must-Have: Cupcake Birthday Hat

A child of any age will love this adorable handmade Cupcake Birthday Hat! What a great way to remember your child’s birthday for many years to come. It measures approx 7 inches to top of candle. Elastic goes under chin and behind ears. Shipped a little large so it can be tied to fit tighter

Sept. 22 Must-Have: Elephant Umbrella

Today’s Must-Have was inspired by the historic proportions of rain and flooding we’ve had here in Atlanta in the last couple of days. Schools are closed today, our front yard had a river running through it, and there are a lot of people in very sad situations right now, but we are very lucky to

Sept. 21 Must-Have: toof puff tooth fairy pillow

The whimsical Toof Puff™ pillow has a little pocket in front for a tooth and loot. Kids will also discover it’s a huggable pal to play with when the Tooth Fairy isn’t around. The 9″ square wool felt pillow is handmade with love in the USA. This is an adorable alternative to the plastic bag

Sept. 17 Must-Have: Lullabelly Prenatal Music Belt

Lullabelly is yet another thing I wish I had when I was pregnant 10 and 4 years ago. I literally put a portable speaker on my belly when I was pregnant with Sebastian 10 years ago. Unfortunately, that was about the last time I listened to music (not kids music) and read a book in

Sept. 16th Must Have: Cupcake Baby Bling Binky Clip

Swarovski crystal binky bling clips are all of the rage in Hollywood. Make your precious angel stand out in a crowd like a star with a Swarovski crystal emebelissed pacifier clip. Baby Bling pacifier holders are engineered by hand with baby safe products and genuine Swarovski crystals. Crystals are double reinforced for baby’s safety. Baby

Sept. 15th Tuesday Must-Have: Sweet Petunia Custom number tee

Available in any number, this adorable number tee is perfect for your little girl’s next birthday. Available in tank top, short sleeve and long sleeve. Brown tee with flower print background and a felt number. How much? $24 Where to buy: Baby Petunia

Sept. 11th Friday Must-Have: Felt Flower Bobby Pins

Great for mom’s and their little girls, these felt flower bobby pins are colorful and fun and with four colors to choose from every day you’ll be sure to have a match for any outfit. These colorful felt flower bobby pins are the perfect accessory for a girl or young ladies’ hair. So fun and

Sept. 10th Thursday Baby Must-Have: Muddy Piggy Gift Set

Today’s Mommy Must-Have, actually a baby must-have, is the Muddy Piggy Gift Set from MyFamilyTies’s Shop on Etsy. Adorable handstitched pig applique with muddy spots on a hand dyed spring green bodysuit with coordinating pacifier pal-great gift idea for a baby shower! The bodysuit is available in sizes: 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 12 and 18 months.