One of the hardest parts of moving to a different country, away from our hometown, has been to be away from our parents. So when we had the opportunity to coordinate a trip with both of them, to a destination they all wanted to visit, we had to take advantage! It is refreshing to have … More Perks of Traveling with Grandparents
In September 2021, we were so blessed to take a trip with both sets of our babies grandparents to Croatia. This trip was absolutely wonderful, but required quite a bit of planning and strategy, as necessary when planning a group trip for diverse age ranges/physical abilities. Here are some lessons learned from our experience: Schedule … More Planning an International Group Trip with Tots
When I found out I was pregnant with my second baby, and that I would have two under two, I knew I needed to invest in a solid double stroller. At this point, we had already gone through three other strollers, so I wanted to make sure this was a long-term investment. I did as … More Cybex Gazelle Double Stroller Review
If you are like me and want to multitask, getting your toddler to play independently is an essential aspect. There are only a few toys that keep my 18-month-old’s attention span, and that I feel like are stimulating his creativity and brain development. One of these toys is Shapemags, which are an assortment of colorful … More Faiz (and my) Favorite New Activity! Shapemags
Since his birth in April 2019, Faiz has evolved as a human. But the one thing that is the same is how much my husband and I love to baby wear him. There are so many benefits to baby wearing, and for us the major perks include: Travel: Baby-wearing minimizes the amount of gear you … More Baby Carrying with Our Favorite Carrier
I have wanted to visit Portofino ever since I saw the most perfect, instagram-worthy pictures of the little town in the Italian Riviera. I am so grateful we were able to add a get away there while visiting Italy for our Babymoon (along with our 17-month-old). When I conducted research on planning a weekend there, … More Planning a Weekend in the Italian Riviera (With a Toddler)
Worrying about your kids brain development is a standard concern during any time period. However, during a time of COVID, it has been amplified. Due to my hesitation at bringing in childcare helpers or attending in-person events with other kids, my 15-month-old isn’t necessarily getting as much stimulation with other kids as I would have … More Virtual Parent Consultant for My Toddler