Product Roundups

Our favorite baby gear, kids books, toys, gift ideas and more.

Whole Lotta Love for the DockATot

I always have my feelers out for new and useful products in the baby world, but it took baby No. 3 for me to discover, and fall in love with, the DockATot. Find out why this plush-like baby lounger quickly became my go-to for all things baby. 

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Must-Have Baby Gear for Cold Weather

This season is shaping up to be quite different from years past. And for parents working from home, schooling from home, or just plain home with little ones more, getting outside is a must, no matter what the thermometer outside reads. Here are several must-have accessories for parents of little ones braving the remaining colder months. 

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10 Baby Products I Wish I’d Had Before No. 4

With baby no. 4, perhaps I didn’t jump at every tiny sound my baby made anymore, but each baby is different and in many ways, it’s all new again. Here are a few great products I had come across the fourth time around & thought: Why didn’t I have this before? 

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25 Kids Books for the Holidays

Many of us own “The Night Before Christmas” in its any number of iterations available throughout the years. But there are loads of other wonderful books to read this holiday season, from "Dasher" to "The Nutcracker In Harlem" and “Potatoes at Turtle Rock.” Here’s a handful of our favorites.

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Not-So-Subtle Differences Between 7AM’s Winter Accessories

Winter is just around the corner, and for parents on-the go with little ones, that means it’s time to start thinking about bundling up. 7 AM Enfant is the go-to brand for winter stroller accessories, but navigating the differences between each product isn’t easy. Here's a breakdown of the more popular 7 AM products.

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Best Books to Give at a Baby Shower

So the baby shower invitation reads, "Bring a book instead of a card." Now what? Not to worry, we can help. Here are 12 charming baby books that won’t disappoint. Plus, some tips on how and what to write in the book, too.

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What Does a 16-Month Old Play With?

At 16 months old, our son was showing some definite preferences for certain types of toys and activities. Too old for simple rattles, but not quite ready for complicated Lego sets, here are a few fun toys that struck the right chord. 

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15 Books for Your Baby's First Library

They say that talking or reading to your child regularly, regardless of how young they are, will significantly enhance their vocabulary. And even if your baby would rather just grab and chew on the pages of their board book (they always do!), your voice is still comforting. The time to start building your baby’s library (and vocabulary!) is now, and here are 15 great baby books to help get you started.

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10 Children’s Books with Diverse Characters

In a world as rich and varied as ours, our bookshelves must reflect the wonderful diversity of the people who populate it. And just like it’s important to see from others’ perspectives, children must also see themselves in what they read: as vital members of their communities. 

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