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Are you a new parent who still has to figure out what to put in your child's nursery? Before you come up with any design scheme, it’s good to have a list of what are the very basic things that your nursery will need. While you're out shopping for nursery supplies, consider these seven important ‘must haves’ for your nursery.[ Read more ]

Baby showers are a lot of fun but they have their own rules, expectations and behavior codes. If you don’t want to be the center of a juicy gossip or to make multiple ‘non-welcome’ guest lists I strongly advise you to avoid the 5 major baby shower faux pas.[ Read more ]

Mothers - they are the ones that kiss boo-boos when their child falls down, they are the ones who sing lullabies to their children until they fall asleep, and they are the ones who watch over children, making sure that they are safe.[ Read more ]

There are very few holidays that mean more for a new mom than Mother's Day. A new mom's first Mother's Day is a very special occasion. It solidifies her role as a mother, and shows her that her love and hard work are not unnoticed. For close friends and family members, Mother's Day is an excellent opportunity to show the new mom how much she is appreciated, so picking up a gift that supports her in her new-found role is quite appropriate.[ Read more ]

Cutter quilts are not simply teardrops of sentimentality but a strong bond connecting the past with the present and the future using old textiles and pieces of quilting in new and inventive ways. This article discusses the different ways people see and value cutter quilts.[ Read more ]

If you have recently been invited to a bris, you are already aware that this is a very holy and sacred day for any Jewish family. It is a day when the child is initiated into the Jewish faith, and that means that gifts are more than welcome. To commemorate this special day, it is a smart idea to offer the gift of a baby quilt for the young boy. But what kind of baby quilt is best for a bris gift? Here are some suggestions for you to consider. [ Read more ]

One of the most fun ways to bond with your family over the arrival of a new baby is to paint the nursery as a team. The only question is what to paint? If you aren't sure what you want to paint in your new baby’s nursery don't worry - I have plenty of inspiration to share![ Read more ]

Rescuing your creativity as you develop a Firefighter theme nursery for the future firefighter in your family comes easy when you follow a few tips which will be discussed here. And the good news is that this theme will not burn a hole in your household budget. [ Read more ]

When it comes time to register for you baby shower you're going to be overcome by the 'cuteness factor'. You'll be so blinded by all the cute little dresses and suits, and the fluffy little toys, and the teeny tiny baby booties, and you'll forget all about the things you really need for your baby. Here are some things you should remember when it's time to register for your baby shower. [ Read more ]

Finding a Christening gift that really fits the occasion can be difficult. Porcelain is beautiful, traditional, but often not the most practical. Giving the child the latest toy isn't personal enough. So, what is personal, useful, universally approved, traditional, but still can be trendy?[ Read more ]