I like the satisfaction of preparing a meal; trying new recipes and cookbooks; and eating healthfully. So, why would I rather hide out on my computer seeing what's going on with Facebook ... [Read More]

Pregnancy > Parenthood
Some of us have family Christmas traditions passed down from generations before, and others of us are looking to create new traditions of our own. Either way, I think we can all agree that we would like to create special memories with our children that they can carry on. As a first time mama, it… Keep Reading
It’s Christmas time and many Elf scouts are arriving at their new homes! We have made this list of over 100 fun girl and boy Elf on the Shelf names to help you decide what your new family member will be called. Our family has had a ton of fun with our Elf on the… Keep Reading
Love it or hate it, one thing is for sure, Elf on the Shelf has become a holiday tradition. Children of all ages love waking up each morning to see what trouble the elves have gotten into overnight. But, why stress when you can have someone do the work for you? With these Elf on… Keep Reading
I like the satisfaction of preparing a meal; trying new recipes and cookbooks; and eating healthfully. So, why would I rather hide out on my computer seeing what's going on with Facebook ... [Read More]
Our guest today is Liz Jobst, mom to Henry in Oakland, CA. I recently attended an event where I ran into some acquaintances that I had not seen in a while. Multiple people came up to me to ... [Read More]
This challenge, your 48th, goes out to all the urban mamas who need a scavenger hunt for the day. Take a picture of your baby in front of graffiti - as explained by Dutch, the dad who writes on ... [Read More]
As we move away from the holidays, it is easy for me to think "we have too many toys!" and my boys just don't need a thing. Other times, we visit friends for playdates and I think the opposite. Maybe ... [Read More]
The days are long, but the years fly by. Make it a good one! ... [Read More]
Like they used to say on TV, membership has it's privileges. Both of the Bay Area children's museums that I have been to are part of a consortium of Children's Museums that have reciprocal ... [Read More]