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Feathers and Stripes

Boston mom blogger | motherhood, baby + kids, family travel, + home

Favorite non-electronic toddler toys (the best toys - without screens!)

family · April 26, 2021

8 Favorite Toddler Toys (No Screens!)

Like most moms, I cannot stand toys that make noise. Especially toys that make the same noise over and over and over. When I started to think about all of our favorite toys, and the ones that have stayed in…

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how to compost at home

home · March 15, 2021

How to Start Composting at Home (It’s Easy!)

I’m really excited to start sharing more about the efforts we have made to be more sustainable at home, specifically how to start composting. To me it always sounds like a daunting task to make changes to an everyday routine….

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Ubbi diaper pail

motherhood · February 19, 2021

Diaper Pail Comparison: Ubbi vs. Dekor

We have used three of the most popular diaper pail choices over the past three plus years. In this post I’m sharing (and comparing) two of them! The Ubbi is a registry favorite for its looks alone. Sleek steel and…

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family · February 6, 2021

Baby’s Schedule at 6 Months + Favorite Things

If you landed on this post, you’re probably asking: Should my 6 month old be on a schedule? How long should my 6 month old go between naps? While I’m not a doctor and can’t give you specific/professional advice, I’m…

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baby gear reviews · January 11, 2021

Radio Flyer Stroller Wagon Review

Since you landed on this blog post, you’re probably wagon shopping and trying to decide if you need a stroller wagon. I’m going to help answer your questions and break down the pros and cons to see if Radio Flyer…

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Amazon shopping haul: October best items for baby on Amazon

storage + organization · December 30, 2020

My Best Amazon Finds for Kids and Home

Like a lot of the world, I shop Amazon for everything: home organization, dresses, even food. I went through my (very, very long) order history to pick out the items we most use from my purchases over the last few…

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how to make a sensory kit at home! Perfect gift for preschoolers for imaginative independent play

motherhood · December 23, 2020

How to Make a DIY Sensory Kit for Toddlers + Preschoolers

I kept adding sensory kits to my cart on Etsy, only to close out and do it again the following week. I finally decided to just make my own sensory kit to see if it was something my three year…

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motherhood · December 6, 2020

My Experience Transitioning from 1 to 2 Kids

I was overjoyed when we found out that we were pregnant again, but soon I started to worry what would happen when we transitioned to 2 kids. (At first I called this post “going from 1 to 2 kids,” but…

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Uncategorized · November 30, 2020

Cyber Week Sales

Remember when Black Friday and Cyber Monday were two distinct days, where you either shopped in person (Black Friday) or online (Cyber Monday)? Yeah, those days are long gone, my friends. Now we’re in this weird world where Black Friday…

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gifts-for-3-year-old-girl

family, shopping · November 27, 2020

25 Gifts for a 3 Year Old Girl

Some of these gifts are geared toward a 3 year old girl, but many of them are gender neutral. I went looking for the best gifts for a 3 year old with my own daughter in mind. You already know…

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gift guide: gifts for the new mom

life, shopping · November 23, 2020

Best Gifts for New Moms: A Comprehensive Gift Guide

When you need a great gift for a new mom or a pregnant friend, it’s hard to know exactly what to get. Do you bring a practical gift like clothes for the baby? A thoughtful gift like flowers for her?…

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dressy matching sibling outfits for Christmas

family · November 21, 2020

Matching Christmas Outfits for Siblings

I am leaning in HARD this year to the Christmas season, including fun matching Christmas outfits for my kids. Maybe matching red plaid outfits for Christmas day. Maybe matching Christmas pajamas, coordinating holiday party outfits, or even matching day-after-Christmas lounge…

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. Here I share tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews and the best stuff for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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