Every parent has been there: you want to foster your child’s inner Picasso, but the reality of a craft explosion in the living room or acrylic paint on the walls is enough to make you lock the supply closet and…
Mom Hacks: Summer Adventure Packing Hacks with Kids
I started putting together a post of just beach hacks and realized that so many of these work for any kind of summer adventure with kids. As a mom of 3 little kids (right now they’re ages 3, 5, and…
Hyatt Centric Wall Street Review: Our Go-To NYC Hotel
Finding the perfect home base in New York City is always a balancing act. You want the skyline views and the “city that never sleeps” energy, but when you’re traveling with a full crew (most of them under the age…
Best Gifts for 5 Year Old Boys (2026)
At age five, boys are in a fantastic transitional phase. Five is for sure an age defined by boundless energy, a love for “how things work,” and a burgeoning sense of independence as they head into kindergarten or complete their…
The Best IKEA Finds that Look Expensive (But Aren’t)
One of my favorite pans costs $125. The other, I won’t lie, is from IKEA and maybe was $4. If you’re looking for IKEA finds that look expensive but are actually affordable, you’ve come to the right place. Here are…
The Ultimate Guide to Fun 2026 Summer Activities with Kids
With school wrapping up in just a couple of short weeks, I’m looking forward to the upcoming days filled with fun summer activities for the kids. My kids are all under 9 (they’re 3, 5, and 8!), and outside of…