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Feathers and Stripes

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

Best Outdoor Toys For Kids Under 5

baby + kids · May 20, 2025

10 Really Fun Outdoor Toys For Kids Under 5

I have the most amazing memories of playing outside for hours with my sisters and our neighbors with various outdoor toys, especially in the summer months. (One summer we acquired a refrigerator box and spent SO much time coloring that!…

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Traveling with a Car Seat: Tips & Tricks

family travel · May 14, 2025

Cosco Scenera Next Review: Honest Thoughts on This Travel Car Seat

We’ve been using the Cosco Scenera Next as our travel car seat for the past 6 years. Read on to find out what we love about it and what I really wish they would change! Safety and ease of use…

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travel sound machine review hatch rest go vs slumberpod slumbercalm

baby gear reviews · April 16, 2025

Travel Sound Machine Hatch Rest Go vs. SlumberPod SlumberCalm

As a parent of three little ones—ages 2, 4, and 7—sleep is a big deal in our house. Whether we’re at home or traveling, a consistent sleep routine is key to avoiding cranky mornings (for both the kids and me)….

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motherhood · February 1, 2025

14 Best Bamboo Baby Pajamas You Can Buy in 2025

I didn’t find out about bamboo pajamas for baby until I had my second child. My older sister found a pj brand and gave us a really cute matching sibling set of bamboo jammies. I looked up the brand to…

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Favorite Kids' Books for Valentine's Day

family · January 4, 2025

Favorite Kids’ Books for Valentine’s Day

I like to swap out the books that are on my kids’ bookshelves frequently, and I’ll take any holiday as an excuse to do so. Let’s talk about kids’ books for Valentine’s Day. These are my favorite titles about love…

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baby + kids · December 14, 2024

Gift Ideas for a 4 Year Old Boy

Before I had kids of my own, I had the hardest time with gifts for little kids. Birthdays are such magical moments for children, and I always want my gifts to make them feel special. Since I have a 4…

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family · November 30, 2024

Pottery Barn Kids Anywhere Chair Review

If you landed here, you’re probably familiar with Pottery Barn and want to know if the kids Anywhere Chair is worth buying. Pottery Barn, now owned by Williams-Sonoma, was founded in 1948 with the idea that home furnishings should be…

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fall books for kids of all ages

baby + kids · October 13, 2024

The Best Kids’ Books About Fall

I love the fall season, so today I rounded up some really fun kids books about Fall! I have a few books I rotate out every year because they are seasonal, and the kids get so excited when it’s time…

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gifts for 6 year old girls, birthday gifts for girls

baby + kids · September 19, 2024

Gifts for a 6 Year Old Girl

When it comes to choosing the perfect gift for a 6-year-old girl, the options seem as boundless as her imagination can be! Birthdays are such magical moments for children. Since I have a 6 year old, I thought I could…

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back to school

baby + kids · August 25, 2024

Back to School: What I’m Stocking Up On This Fall

I can’t believe that the fall is already right around the corner! I know a lot of states have already gone back to school, but here in Massachusetts we go back either right before Labor Day or right after. I’m…

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fun activities for preschoolers indoors, indoor painting

baby + kids · June 20, 2024

5 Fun Activities to Do at Home with your Preschooler

Whether you’re at home with more than one kiddo or are just trying to find fun things to do to keep your preschooler occupied while you take a work call (no judgement here), here are 5 fun activities you can…

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family · May 29, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Fun 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 1, 3, and 6, and outside of two weeks of a…

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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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10 Really Fun Outdoor Toys For Kids Under 5

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14 Best Bamboo Baby Pajamas You Can Buy in 2025

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