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

baby + kids, shopping · January 2, 2026

I Tried All the Top Online Consignment Stores: Here Are the Best Sites

I don’t like paying full price for anything if I don’t have to. While I’ve already shared my secrets for how to get a discount on anything, today I’m giving you the ins and outs of online consignment sites. Shopping…

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Guardian Bikes

kids gear reviews · December 11, 2025

Guardian Bike Review: Is it the Best Bike for Little Kids?

My husband and I both have fond memories of riding our bikes around with our friends, feeling wild and free and occasionally falling and getting scrapes. Learning to ride a bike is such an essential part of childhood where we…

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gifts for 8 year old girl

motherhood + family · November 29, 2025

Best Gifts for an 8 Year Old Girl (2026)

At age eight, many kids are in that wonderful place where their imaginations are vivid, their interests are expanding, and they’re excited to try new things, but they still have that kid-magic in everything. My 8 year old is in…

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family travel, kids gear reviews · November 23, 2025

Miamily Ride-On Suitcase Review: Is It Worth It for Kids?

Miamily is a Swiss brand created by parents. (To be honest, some of my favorite products for kids are those made by parents!) I’m always on the hunt for anything that makes traveling with kids less stressful, so when we…

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activity bag for traveling with a toddler - perfect for flying with a toddler! feathersandstripes.com

family travel · November 10, 2025

The Best Travel Toys for Toddlers That Keep Them Entertained (Plane + Road Trip Tested)

We’re about to take off on another family trip, and I’m busy packing for the flight! While I’m putting our favorite travel toys together, I thought I’d share the best travel toys for toddlers. Flying with a toddler is a…

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rebel purchases

home, lifestyle, and organization · November 5, 2025

Is REBEL (formerly Rebelstork) legit? My experience + a discount code

I honestly hate spending full price for anything, which is why I was excited to find REBEL. (I previously posted about them as one of my top tips in “I Never Pay Full Price on Baby Gear: Here’s How“) Today…

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motherhood + family · October 16, 2025

DIY Rumi KPop Demon Hunters Costume for Kids (No Sew!)

I’ve been working on a KPop Demon Hunters-inspired costume for my daughter. I originally thought I’d just buy the Halloween costume for her, but then most of them were over $100! I really don’t like spending more than $30 on…

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baby gear, nursery

baby + kids · September 18, 2025

I Never Pay Full Price on Baby Gear: Here’s How

I love finding good deals on all the best stuff. And honestly, I hate paying full price when I don’t have to! That’s why I decided to not gatekeep my best tips for finding baby gear on sale or how…

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back to school

baby + kids · August 13, 2025

Back to School: What I’m Stocking Up On This Fall (Elementary School + Preschool Edition)

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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family travel, kids gear reviews · June 25, 2025

The Best Compact Travel Booster Seat for Kids You Probably Don’t Know About (Mifold Review)

For our grand European vacation, we planned to rent cars with car seats in some spots and take public transit in others. We didn’t think we would need to bring any car seats with us. But then plans changed and…

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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

baby gear reviews, family travel · May 14, 2025

Cosco Scenera Next Review: Honest Thoughts on This Travel Car Seat After Using for 6 Years

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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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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