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dressy matching sibling outfits for Christmas

family · November 21, 2020

Matching Christmas Outfits for Siblings

I am leaning in HARD this year to the Christmas season, including fun matching Christmas outfits for my kids. Maybe matching red plaid outfits for Christmas day. Maybe matching Christmas pajamas, coordinating holiday party outfits, or even matching day-after-Christmas lounge…

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family · October 16, 2020

Our Favorite Toddler Board Games (All Cooperative Games)

I initially thought that 2 years and change was too young for board games, but we have two board games in particular that we really like to play as a family. They foster cooperation and learning to take turns. Both…

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a big girl bedroom that is purple, gray, and white

home, lifestyle, and organization · September 10, 2020

Planning A Big Girl Bedroom

We’re finishing the process of putting together a big girl bedroom for our little miss, so today I’m sharing the mood board and some of my thoughts about this new big girl room! When we moved back into the house…

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home, lifestyle, and organization · July 31, 2020

Pool Safety with a Toddler

We have had a pool for about 10 years, and I never thought much about extra safety beyond fencing – until our daughter became a water bug. Since starting swim classes about a year ago, she got a lot more…

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navy blue and white kids bathroom

home, lifestyle, and organization, renovation · April 9, 2020

Navy Blue and White Kids’ Bathroom

One of the rooms that I have unexpectedly fallen in love with (before it’s even fully done) is the navy blue and white bathroom. It’s the only bathroom we had upstairs for years, except now it’s gut-renovated – and now…

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The cutest toddler dresses that are also affordable!

family · March 2, 2020

Cute Toddler Clothing Brand

I found the cutest toddler clothing brand a few months ago, and I just had to share their spring dresses. The terry cover up, the matching dress-and-sweater set, the peter pan collar, the seersucker… I love all of the details!…

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Boston mom blogger Alyssa shares their weekend at Stone Zoo and about saving for college with MEFA and Fidelity

life · October 25, 2019

At the Zoo + College Savings

On Saturday we visited the Stone Zoo for the first time as guests of Fidelity and MEFA. It was the cutest event: Kids wore their Halloween costumes, and we went around the zoo viewing the animals – but also trick-or-treating!…

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How to encourage your child

motherhood · October 14, 2019

How to Encourage Your Child’s Interests

Do you remember one particular class or book or person who shaped your future career? In third grade we did a unit on penguins. I loved it. Like, LOVED IT. So I started seeking out any book or show –…

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best toddler Christmas gifts and toddler stocking stuffers from mom blogger feathersandstripes.com

family, shopping · November 14, 2018

Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Toddler Girls

Christmas last year was a little hectic because we had a newborn baby. I’m so looking forward to this Christmas because our daughter is so much more active – even if she won’t entirely get what’s going on! Today I’m…

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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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