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Feathers and Stripes

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

fashion · January 5, 2025

The Best Wireless Bras in 2025

If the shift from real life to post-pandemic life taught us anything, it’s this: Wirefree bras are where it’s at. In all honesty, I shifted to the wireless bra way of life after having my second baby (also during the…

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teenage gift ideas

family · December 11, 2024

Gifts for Teenagers (That They’ll Love)

I had zero idea what to buy for a teenage boy for Christmas, so I reached out to a few teens I know and got the info you need to get a gift that’ll slap. (Yes, they taught me that…

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shopping · November 28, 2024

The Best Black Friday Sales for 2024

It was just a few years ago that the Black Friday sales weren’t released until Thanksgiving Day, and we’d grab the newspaper and dig through the deals to see what we’d head out to find. HA! That has all changed…

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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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gifts for men

shopping · May 31, 2024

27 Gifts for Men: The Best Gifts for Guys

One of the most asked-for gift guides every year is one for the guys! Men can be really hard to shop for. With Father’s Day coming up, I wanted to make sure I shared some of my top gifts for…

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Where to find the best clothes for a tall baby, tall and skinny baby. Pajamas, tops, sweatshirts, dresses, leggings, pants for tall babies. from feathersandstripes.com blog

baby + kids · February 13, 2024

Best Baby Clothing Brands for Tall Babies

I didn’t realize just how “off” baby clothing sizing could be. The first couple of weeks after we had our daughter, it seemed like I was throwing piece after piece into a pile of stuff that just didn’t fit right….

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fashion · February 7, 2024

Inspired by Lululemon Looks You Can Buy on Amazon

I love Lululemon activewear, but I don’t love the price tag. Anytime I can find something of similar quality on Amazon but for half the price, I’m in. I ordered a bunch of Amazon looks inspired by Lulu and put…

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fashion, style · January 21, 2024

Look for Less: All the Best UGG Inspired Slippers

I loved hearing that UGGs were back because honestly, I never stopped wearing mine! It’s cold in Boston in the winter, and they’re one of my most-worn winter boots (see my 3 must-have winter boots for women here). According to…

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20 week bumpdate | Maternity Clothes Essentials featured by top Boston life and style blog, Feathers and Stripes

pregnancy · May 5, 2023

Minimalist Maternity Capsule Wardrobe: The Only Clothes You Need for Pregnancy

Throughout my entire first pregnancy, I think I purchased about 15 total items from the maternity section. I could have gone absolutely nuts and redone my wardrobe into a maternity closet, but you really don’t need to do that! With…

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Good and Gather Target food

life · May 2, 2023

The Best Stuff in Target’s Good and Gather Line

I was writing out our shopping list this morning and realized that I HAVE to go to Target for specific things. Why? Because they’re part of the Good and Gather line and therefore are only sold at Target! So I…

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fashion, pregnancy · March 7, 2023

Bump-friendly Spring Dresses Under $60

I’m not a huge fan of building an entire maternity wardrobe, because it’s such a short period of time in pregnancy that you need those clothes. And you truly do not need to spend a lot on a maternity wardrobe,…

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beauty · February 20, 2023

Best Concealers for Dark Spots/Dark Circles

I’ve tried TONS of different concealers from various stores, and today I want to share the best drugstore concealers I’ve found for dark circles and other dark spots. To me a good concealer is one that gives full coverage on…

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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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