Gear

For my son's birthday, my husband and I decided, after much debate, that the best—and only—gift we’d get was his very own bicycle. His first set of two wheels—well four to train with. And sine we wanted him to feel confident and cool, only the best would do—so, of course, it had ...read more

“Hey, Baby Sister… You see that camera over there? That’s how Mommy and Daddy spy on us at night.” Yes, my four-year-old son actually said this to my one-year-old daughter a few weeks ago. It was hilarious—and my husband and I just looked at each like, “Uh-oh. He’s on to us! “ ...read more

This little one just made the major switch from an infant car-seat to a a big-girl convertible car seat. It was a transition that was over due. While she's pretty small for her age, she is 21 months old, so, yeah, it was about time. (Bye-bye hot-pink bucket seat!) Obviously, ...read more

During the summer, my kiddos and I always head back East to Georgia or North Carolina to visit family. Being on the road with children is a different kind of family bonding, that's for sure. Shoving everyone in a small space—whether it be a car, plane or train—for an extended ...read more

Looking for a great last-minute gift for a graduate? It may not be at the top of your list, but we know one thing every grad needs and wants, but might not even know he needs and wants: a lunch bag. BUILT has been around for years. The insulated, neoprene bags take your lunch ...read more

What if I told you that you could make a safe, natural, and totally effective cleaning products at home?... A product that has the power to eliminate the germs that cause flus and colds and viruses, remove tough odors, without the use of harsh chemicals. Related: Get our spring ...read more

I remember when the beach was a relaxing place to be. When all you had to bring was your tanning oil (tsk-tsk), your towel, your thermos of cold wine, and a stack of magazines and chick lit. Those were the glory days. Alas, now, going to the beach looks very different. When ...read more

All of this gorgeous sunshine and blue skies have us getting outside as much as we can. It's the perfect time for a picnic, and with summer quickly approaching, I know I'll be heading to the park for lazy days outdoors as much as I can. Whether you plan a picnic in the park ...read more

Nothing gives me a case of "baby fever" like touching, testing, and trying amazing baby gear. Well, except for maybe watching newborn-wearing mamas touching, testing, and trying amazing baby gear. (Ooph! My uterus!) Last weekend, I hit Pier 92 to attend the New York Baby ...read more

If you haven't noticed, we're all about picnic season here at The Shopping Mama. Really, anything that brings us outdoors is a win. Now that the warm weather has arrived, you can find us at the park, playground, or pool most days. One thing that always comes with us: our Monkey ...read more

Baby’s bedtime… It’s my favorite part of the day. (And not just because it means Mama gets an hour or two to herself before hitting the hay.) I just enjoy the tranquility of it. The kisses. The whispered lullabies. The feeding cuddles... It’s pure sweetness. I’ve weaned my ...read more

(Photo via @teammomtrends Instagram) This Toy Tuesday, we’re coming at you “live” from Toy Fair New York, an annual event that brings together buyers, brands, and press to show the latest, greatest, and newest in PLAY! We thought we’d share a reel with a few of our favorite ...read more

When my firstborn would drop his binky on the floor, I’d practically go through a three-step sanitation process before popping the pacifier back in his precious little mouth... I’d clean every new toy thoroughly with hot water and organic cleanser before he so much as touched ...read more

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKwizIpEOPM As you'll see in this video, someone really loves her "baba." I could barely get Baby P to sit still on my lap when she saw me prepare a formula bottle with the help of BabyNes. (And by "prepare," I mean push a button.) It's that ...read more

The market for baby-gear is saturated with… stuff. So many “things” you MUST have as a new mom. I definitely bought into a “more is more” mentality when I was pregnant with my first child. I needed ev.er.y.thing—to keep my soon-to-be baby happy, of course. But soon after the ...read more

Whenever I think of Staples, I think of, well, staples. I go there to get my regular office supplies, but did you know they have gorgeous stationery, organization tools, and travel accessories? They also have a ton of cool gadgets that make thoughtful gifts for anyone on your ...read more

We are absolutely in love with the City Mini GT from Baby Jogger. This is the stroller for every mom. No matter what your lifestyle is like, the City Mini GT is very accommodating. Related: Help picking out babys first stroller Baby Jogger City Mini GT Features We love this ...read more

We've used our fair share of strollers over the past 8 years so it's pretty noteworthy when we encounter one with a brand new feature. And, friends, the GB QBit compact stroller is definitely worth your attention. While the brand name is new, GB creates products for the world’s ...read more

Wine the color of blood... It might as well be the official booze (get it?) of Halloween. This spooktacular season, we're swapping out our usual go-to bottles for a few frightfully fab finds. And we'll be sipping our favorite "Hallowines" out of scary-awesome glasses; pouring our ...read more

I love to travel--and having a family doesn't stop me. My youngest daughter went on her first flight at only three months old. I lucked and out and both my infant and toddler fell asleep shortly after takeoff. I know that won't always be the case, and some trips will be harder ...read more

We’ve been on a quest to find a high-quality umbrella stroller—one that’s sturdy, offers a smooth ride, provides plenty of storage, and is lightweight, easy to handle, pleasing to the eye, and comfortable for Baby too. That’s not asking too much—is it? … Enter the Baby Cargo ...read more

I love this fun feature. I'm always curious what purses people have and what all they can fit inside! My current purse is... Betsey Johnson Fairy Bow Satchel Pink with Multicolored Sequins. My sister bought it for my for Christmas from Macy's this past year! It's not your ...read more

HALO is already well know for their cozy SleepSacks for babies but now they are expanding their brand. We're excited to share that recently HALO released their very first bassinet - the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper. The HALO Bassinest is the only infant bassinet that moves to ...read more

I love getting a new bag each season. There's something about updating your purse/bag collection that just makes you feel ready to start a new season. Here's a few of our favorite totes that are diaper bags but don't scream "diaper bag" and they'd all be great for ...read more

I think all parents can relate, installing carseats correctly can cause anxiety. You always question: Is it level? Are the straps tight enough? Too tight? Is it installed in the car correctly? Is it moving too much? How can I get this tighter? With the Britax ClickTight ...read more

We brought my son home in the Maxi Cosi Mico AP and we've loved it. Now that he's older, and heavier, it was time to look into getting a convertible carseat. We got the Pria 85, the newest convertible carseat from Maxi Cosi. The Pria 85 is a premium carseat and we were excited to ...read more

When this came on the scene in 2014 it was a big deal and something parents applauded. The innovative Doona Carseat Stroller combo is a real life saver. Get the Doona Carseat Stroller on Amazon here. Doona Infant Carseat That Converts To A Stroller! While we love low-tech ...read more

Creating a baby registry is no easy feat. There are endless baby products and it's nearly impossible to know exactly what you'll need and actually use. We've narrowed it down to a few basics from buybuy Baby that you will definitely use in the first year. Go: Britax B-Ready ...read more

Dutch baby brand Nuna is built on a simple premise: "that baby products should take some of the work out of being new parents, so people can actually enjoy being new parents." Now that is an idea we can get behind. A couple months ago, we shared the brilliant simplicity of the ...read more

There's the swing that goes front to back and the bouncer that buzzes and bounces but what about a product that sways back and forth like a leaf in the breeze? And what about a product that does that with out any electricity? The Nuna company has designed just that. The Nuna Leaf ...read more

Diono's RadianRXT car seat is marketed as the "only car seat your child will ever need", and they aren't kidding. This is by far the most versatile and premier car seat on the market. Your child will safely and comfortably fit in this car seat from birth (5 pounds) to when they ...read more

There's no doubt that buying a stroller is an investment, and one of the important features to look for in a stroller is longevity. Is it built to last years of use? Are there products to help the stroller grow with your family's changing needs? When it comes to Britax, the ...read more

I bought my Original Ergo about a month before the Ergo Performance made it's debut. All of a sudden the Performance was the "it" new thing and I was wondering if I'd missed out. I loved my Ergo, but would I be happier with the Performance? When Kate offered to lend me the ...read more