All us mamas know how important it is for our kiddos to get enough sleep during the school week right? I know my lil' dude and lady bean definitely wake up on the wrong side of their bed if they don't catch enough zzzzzzzs. So, our back to school bedtime routine is a very ...read more
With summer comes long days at the beach and lounging by the pool. But as moms it also means that we always have to have our bags packed with essentials, snacks, clothing - and really, everything else. One of our favorite looks for summer is the Straw Bag and we uncovered some of ...read more
We're BIG on Halloween in our house. We celebrate it all month long and when October 31st finally arrives we say hello to it in style complete with a pre trick or treating parTAY. And this year I get to host said Halloween party. Since we recently moved into a new home (you may ...read more
If I've learned anything as the parent of elementary school aged kids, it's that anything I buy to add to their fall wardrobes has to be comfortable. And that goes for gear too. If it's not comfy, they aren't going to wear it and they aren't going to use it. So, it's been this ...read more
If kids do anything, it's grow...and grow FAST! That's exactly why I'm not keen on investing in a ton of new clothing in any particular size, because before I know it they're on to the next size. And that's why remixing is so important. When you carefully select pieces that you ...read more
My new neighbor came over this past weekend to give my kids some toys. Her children had outgrown them. Little did this well-intentioned lady know—we already own #allthetoys. Still, my son’s eyes lit up when he saw a lightsaber in the stack of superfluous gadgets and games and ...read more
Prints are kinda my family's jam. My kids couldn't help but fall in love with them thanks to my obsession. Bwah! I've been decking them out in fabulous prints since they were infants. I'm talking florals, plaids, stripes, you name it...we love it! And this spring and summer will ...read more
Nothing gives me the warm and fuzzies like watching my two small people interact with each other. Even when they’re fighting over a toy, I can’t help but smile at their effortless bickering. I can remember battling with my brother and sister—it goes with the territory of early ...read more
When it comes to holiday style, I absolutely love getting all dolled up. The fancy jumpsuit that Nicole rocked the other day is right up my glam holiday style alley...but, truth be told, I'm more often than not in casual wear during the holiday season. There are so many holiday ...read more
April showers bring May flowers... But, first, they bring beautiful, colorful, mystical rainbows... Grown-up Lauren, of course, knows that a rainbow is the scientific result of sunlight and water. Still, part of me can't help but feel like I'm experiencing a bit of a magic every ...read more
Be still my heart... These two. Could they be more adorable? (I think not!) My muppet-babies slay me with their pure innocent sweetness. Every. Single. Day. Not that they're always cherubic angels. Believe you me, I get my fair share of one-year-old Little-Miss-Independent ...read more
My three year old is obsessed with the quirky characters in the Mr. Men collection of books. He has a particular fondness for Mr. Bump (because, he falls down a lot), Mr. Greedy (because, he eats a lot), and, of course, Mr. Messy (because, well, duh!). I thoroughly enjoy the ...read more
I like winter for one reason and one reason only… It’s tights season! (And, thus, leggings season too!) Throw on a cotton dress with a pair of opaque tights—and you’re instantly stylish. Pair an oversize sweater with a sleek pair of legging and you have yourself an immediate ...read more
Good grief! Getting my kids to cooperate for a photo shoot is no easy task... But when I saw that GapKids was launching an adorable collection inspired by our favorite Peanuts characters—well, I grabbed a few bribery cookies and got my little people camera-ready! Of course, I ...read more
I’ve previously gushed about my warm and fuzzy feelings for aden + anais. My son wasn't a fan of being swaddled when he was a newborn, but my baby girl couldn't get enough of it. She absolutely loved being wrapped up like a little present... like a baby burrito! (Delicious!) ...read more
My mom had a chambray top when I was little that I just LOVED. She wore it with shorts...She wore it tied up over dresses...She even wore it with jeans. Yep, denim on denim in the eighties. That trend has been kickin' around for decades. Haha! I think it's because of that denim ...read more
Don't tell my kids, but sometimes Mommy needs a break... And a glass of wine... And a moment to feel free and be silly. (Funny how those last two things seem to go hand-in-hand.) This summer, I'm embracing a new nightly routine. After I put the kids to bed--when the last bit of ...read more
Warning, warning! Major cuteness alert! If you know with certainty that you don’t want to have any more children, then LOOK AWAY NOW… or risk a majorly mega and potentially dangerous case of BABY FEVER! Think you can handle it? Good luck, mamas, ‘cause my little swimsuit model ...read more
Like most energetic toddlers, my almost three year old is obsessed with "the playground." And it doesn't seem to matter if we're talking about an amazing fully tricked out "adventure land" or one measly tire swing and a mini slide... My guy doesn't discriminate. A playground is a ...read more
You better believe that come July 4th, my entire family will be in head-to-toe red, white, and blue outfits. We're patriotic people, and I love a good excuse to coordinate ensembles. (I defy anyone who says "matchy-matchy" is a bad thing.) Until then, I'm slowly starting to ...read more
Sunshine, clear skies, and a refreshing spring breeze. These are just three things that put a smile on my face and bring me "instant happiness." There are a million more (like giggling babies, mint-chocolate chip ice cream, and the sound of a champagne bottle being uncorked,) ...read more
Hi, my name is Lauren and I'm addicted to buying pajamas... Yes, it's true--and the struggle is real. I haven't met a pair I didn't like. Cotton, flannel, silk, and satin--I don't discriminate. Nightshirts, separates, robes, and slippers--you name it, I want it... Especially if ...read more
One thing I know for sure: New moms don’t get a whole lot of “me time.” With needy little newborns at home, it’s a wonder we have a moment to eat, sleep, and breathe. (Actually, if you are sleeping, you’re doing just fine... And if you're doing more than just shoveling your ...read more
We had a 50-degree day this past week. Compared to the below-freezing temps we’ve been averaging here in New York City, it felt positively balmy. It was enough to inspire me to break out my trench coat from the back of my closet and wear a pair of ballet flats for errands (the ...read more
