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Top Gifts for Expectant Dads That Are Cool

Pregnancy

Published Apr 25, 2019 Updated Feb 08, 2020

Looking for cool gifts for expectant dads? Take a look at these best new gift ideas for your dad to be, perfect for expectant fathers. Dads have raised the ante with the role of fatherhood. While I've seen plenty of dads at park outings, I'm seeing more and more of them taking an active role in the daily routine. On Facebook, my dad friends post blurbs about helping kids with homework or taking them to doctor's appointments. In my own home, my husband isn't merely the occasional babysitter and instead feeds, bathes, and regularly engages with our kids. And my brother—long-known for … [Read more...]

Bombfell Review: Men’s Clothing Subscription Box

Family Life

Published Jun 07, 2017 Updated Mar 23, 2019

Wondering whether a clothing subscription box is right for your favorite guy? Check out my Bombfell review and learn how he can dress well with no hassle. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bombfell. All opinions are 100% mine. I've always struggled with fashion. I even joke with my husband that I just need to order whatever is on a store mannequin, because otherwise I wouldn't know how to put an outfit together. Not that I don't appreciate style—I do my best to put decent outfits together. I just don't always know how. I've had too many cringe-worthy photos from the past … [Read more...]

9 Cool Science Toys for Kids

Family Life

Published Nov 30, 2015 Updated Feb 07, 2020

This past year, we've had our share of cool science toys for kids. From experiments to magnets, each one incited plenty of 'oooh's' and 'aaah's. They're fantastic gifts to give kids, whether your own or loved ones. When I was younger, I planted a pencil in our front yard when I was about six- or seven-years-old. Just as plants do, I expected a giant pencil to emerge from the soil. I thought anything planted in the soil would grow into its larger self. You know those little table-looking plastic things in the center of pizzas? The ones that keep the box from smashing it during delivery? I … [Read more...]

Must Haves for Twins to Add to Your Registry List

Pregnancy

Published Jun 18, 2015 Updated Feb 07, 2020

Updated 2019: Are you expecting twins? Check out this comprehensive list of must haves for twins! It includes everything you'll need to care for two babies. I finally wrapped my head around the fact that I was having twins. The emotions were still coming in waves, but I was ready and more than excited for their arrival. Except... I didn't know what I needed to have for twins. I already had a three-year-old when I was pregnant and had gone through the baby registry process. And I even planned to use many of his baby items for the twins. Still, I didn't know what I'd need this time … [Read more...]

12 Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas He’ll Love

Family Life

Published May 28, 2015 Updated Dec 29, 2019

Looking for unique Father's Day gifts for the dads in your life? Take a look at these 12 unique Father's Day gift ideas dad will love. It's okay, you can admit it: You have no idea what to give him for Father's Day. You're done with the typical gifts. And you figure he can already buy what he wants or needs himself. But you're still stumped: What do you get the dads in your life who more than deserves this day? My husband more than deserves a wonderful Father's Day. I seriously could not imagine doing this parenting thing without him by my side. I combed through Etsy, one of my … [Read more...]

Unique End of the Year Teacher Gifts

Learn and Discover

Published May 15, 2015 Updated Feb 11, 2020

Looking for unique end of the year teacher gifts to show your appreciation? Check out these gift ideas, perfect to say thanks to your child's teacher. If you're like me, you rave about your child's teacher. She has gone above and beyond to encourage your child's learning and potential. Her patience in dealing with 20 kids (and those 20 kids' parents) is admirable. And you see how much your child enjoys going to school every day. And if you're wondering what to get your child's teacher, it only makes sense to pick a meaningful gift. You want unique gifts she'll enjoy and that are … [Read more...]

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