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

baby gear reviews, family · March 3, 2024

Hatch Rest vs. Nanit Sound & Light: Which is Better?

If you’re reading this, you’re probably trying to decide on a great sound machine and alarm clock combo for kids. If you also need a night light or wake up light, both the Hatch Rest and Nanit Sound & Light…

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baby + kids · February 20, 2024

The Best Winter Boots for Kids

Living in New England, you get to be an expert on a few things. One of those things? Winter boots. With little kids, you definitely don’t want to skip the good winter boots and have cold, wet feet on a…

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baby gear, nursery

baby gear reviews, motherhood · November 27, 2023

Nanit Monitor Review: Best Newborn Monitor We’ve Tried

We’ve tried a few different baby monitors in our house. I can confidently say that the Nanit baby monitor is, hands down, my favorite of all of them. As a new parent, you want to make sure your baby is…

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baby gear reviews, motherhood · September 25, 2023

14 Baby Products I Wish I Had for my First Baby

Now that I’m a mom to three, there is a whole list of baby products I wish I had known about back in 2017 when I had my first baby. Actually… or in 2020 when I had my second baby!…

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baby gear reviews, motherhood · July 24, 2023

SNOO Baby Bassinet: An In-Depth + Honest Review

The SNOO Baby Bassinet has quickly gained popularity among new parents, with its innovative features and soothing capabilities. In this in-depth and honest review of the SNOO Bassinet, Alyssa delves into her thorough research and personal experience to help readers…

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baby gear reviews, motherhood · June 15, 2023

Baby Gear Review: Affordable Baby Bassinet (SNOO Alternative)

I posted a quick picture of my newborn sleeping in her super affordable baby bassinet, and I was surprised at how many people shared and saved the post! But it makes sense- baby sleep is so important, and you only…

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baby girl nursery, small space nursery, pink and white nursery

baby gear reviews · May 1, 2023

Crib Mattress Review: Newton Baby vs. Safety 1st

If you’re trying to decide what crib mattress to buy for your new baby, I’m hoping I can help with this crib mattress review post! In this post I’m reviewing two popular crib mattresses at two very different price points….

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Neutral baby girl nursery

motherhood, pregnancy · April 10, 2023

Baby Essentials Checklist: Everything You Need for Your First Baby in 2026

I initially put together this baby registry checklist after having our first baby. And now that I am just a few weeks from having our THIRD, I’m sharing my baby registry checklist of must haves for what you absolutely must…

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family, motherhood · February 22, 2023

Double Stroller or Wagon – Which is Best?

Obviously the answer is going to be different depending on your family and lifestyle. BUT hopefully I can fill you in on using a double stroller vs. wagon for two kids to help you decide. For starters, we have a…

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pregnancy, shopping · February 14, 2023

What I’m Actually Buying for A Third Baby in 2024

When we had our first baby, I made a massive baby registry because I truly didn’t know what we needed. With our second baby, I really pared down on the baby gear. I sold some stuff we didn’t use and…

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baby gear reviews · September 25, 2021

Convertible Double Stroller Review: Baby Jogger City Select

I must have researched for hours to figure out which double stroller I should get for running errands with the kids. I really wanted to find the best double stroller that was also a convertible stroller, with a large storage…

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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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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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