Top-Ten Lists

Top-Ten Tuesday: Baby Registry Essentials

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: Baby Registry Essentials by Evanthia May 6, 2013

When preparing for your first baby, it’s so hard to tell what you actually need. What’s truly an “essential,” and what’s a gimmick? Which brands are reputable? Which products will stand the test of time? As a mother of two, I’d like to share some of my favorite finds with you. Some of these things [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: Best Big-Brother & Big-Sister Gifts

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: Best Big-Brother & Big-Sister Gifts by Evanthia January 29, 2013

With all this talk of second pregnancies and babies, now seems like a good time to recognize that our newly christened big brothers and sisters might need a little special treat. After scouring the internet for all the best gift ideas out there, here are my very favorite big-brother and big-sister gifts. 1. Recordable storybook [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: Third Trimester MUST-do List

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: Third Trimester MUST-do List by Evanthia January 21, 2013

Let the countdown begin! I’m officially in my third trimester at 28 weeks, and my mind is racing as I consider everything I MUST accomplish before we add another baby to our lives. Here are my top priorities, in no particular order: 1. Pampering. I’ve been dreaming of a prenatal massage. I’ve never had one; [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: What You Need to Potty Train in ONE Day

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: What You Need to Potty Train in ONE Day by Evanthia November 5, 2012

As for many families, once A hit the two-year mark, potty training came into view, and we wondered if we shouldn’t just take the leap from diapers to underwear. She seemed to be showing many of the signs of readiness: Interest in mom and dad using the toilet Ability to keep her diaper dry for [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: Reasons Not to Forget My Child’s Birthday

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: Reasons Not to Forget My Child’s Birthday by Evanthia October 15, 2012

We’ve all been there: you wake up one morning, casually look at the calendar, and—GASP—you realize you completely forgot a loved one’s birthday! Life happens; people get busy; time passes without too much thought to specific dates. I get it. But when we recently celebrated my daughter’s second birthday, I was surprised by how many [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: Fall Runway Fashion Trends Moms Can Actually Wear

by Evanthia August 28, 2012

Okay, here’s a tall order: translate the latest fall fashions from the runway into something us moms can actually wear. Can it be done?? Yes! Below are our favorite runway trends for next season, interpreted for busy, active moms who also want to maintain their personal style. (A quick disclaimer: For your purchasing pleasure, all [...]

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Top-Ten Tuesday: First Words and Concepts to Teach Your Baby

Thumbnail image for Top-Ten Tuesday: First Words and Concepts to Teach Your Baby by Evanthia July 16, 2012

Want a happier baby? What if it were as simple as communicating better? It really is that simple! As Sarahlynne has written before, being a baby and toddler can be very frustrating, because you know what you want, but sometimes you just can’t seem to get your point across. If you take the time to [...]

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