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

life · May 22, 2024

11 Refreshing Starbucks Drinks + How to Order Them

The weather hit 90 degrees here in Boston today, so I have summer on the brain. Anyone else SO ready for warmer days? (Maybe not this warm…) While we’re thinking about warmer weather, let’s talk about refreshing Starbucks drinks. Ordering…

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hiring a night nurse for newborn baby third baby

motherhood · May 19, 2024

Hiring a Night Nurse: 2026 Costs, What to Expect, and Was It Worth It?

I didn’t ever think I’d hire a night nurse for my babies. My husband is a totally hands-on dad, so I guess I didn’t think we’d need hired help because the two of us managed pretty well for our first…

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2017 Summer Bucket List

motherhood + family · May 12, 2024

Summer Bucket List

Now that we’ve had a few nice days in a row, I’m antsy to start the summer. By that, I mean pool parties, patio lunches, and wearing dresses everyday! I love being able to get my kids outdoors every day,…

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fashion, motherhood · May 6, 2024

Summer Capsule Wardrobe for Moms

Two summers ago I was in great shape, last summer I was newly postpartum, and this summer I’m kind of in between sizes. So instead of investing in a bunch of new clothes I’m building myself a summer capsule wardrobe….

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baby + kids · April 28, 2024

Little Sleepies Pajamas Review + Coupon Code

My sister was the first one to find Little Sleepies pajamas back in 2020. She sent us a matching set when our second child was a newborn, and we’ve been hooked since. The fun prints, the bright colors, the soft…

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New Balance sneakers for toddler shoes narrow feet

baby + kids · April 27, 2024

The Best Brands for Narrow Toddler Shoes

I had SUCH a hard time finding shoes that fit well on my daughter because of how narrow her feet were as a baby. The shoes everyone swore by didn’t work for us. They were usually too wide and would…

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About Alyssa


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

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