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5 Valentine's Day Ideas Perfect For Boys to Hand Out at School

Nicole Abbott — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:45:36 PST

Valentine's Day is an exciting day for all kids. They get hyped up on the sweets and exchanging notes - but the traditional red and pink Valentine's Day colors may not be very appealing to mama's little "big" boy.

This V Day, get inspired to make your little man something "sweet," from superhero lollipop wrappers to candy alternatives. Click through to check out these five Valentine's Day gift ideas for boys.

Best of 2010 in Numbers: 71% of Moms Taught Sons to Pee Sitting Down

LilSugar — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 06:00:01 PST

Pop a squat or stand and stream? Tots decide when it's time to ditch the diaper, but parents figure out how their boys will learn to pee. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests training boys to sit on the potty so there is no confusion between urination and bowel movements. Many moms prefer to teach their sons to stand so they can pee like their fathers, and do so faster. Seventy-one percent of moms said they taught their boys to sit. Some mothers said they chose this method to cut down on cleanup, and then there were those who opposed the practice because they felt it was emasculating.

PopSugar Holiday Gift Guide 2010: Gifts For Men

sculhane — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 02:00:00 PST

Searching for the perfect gift for your boyfriend, dad, or brother? Look no further than PopSugar editors' picks for the best presents this season for the lucky man – or men! - in your life. Featuring David Beckham’s briefs, the Lost Encyclopedia, and other fit and fab finds, watch our video for great gift ideas for everyone on your list. Stay tuned for other guides in our series including gifts for women, do it yourself gifts, and stocking stuffers.

Room to Grow: Big Boy Bedding

babysugar — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 06:00:01 PDT

Boys are more than snips and snails and puppy dog tails, so why don't more bedding companies realize that? When a tyke has outgrown his crib and is ready to make the move into a big boy bed, sheets and comforters do not have to be adorned with sports paraphernalia, dinosaurs, or space ships to entice the tot into bed. Timeless, un-themed bedding collections are sure to do the job, and to last a bit longer as the children's favorite characters change from week to week. We've rounded up some of our favorite sophisticated bedding solutions that will take boys from preschool on through their pre-teen years. Check them out!

Trendtotting: The Perfect Easter Outfit For Boys

babysugar — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:22:02 PDT

It will be a matter of days before the Easter bunny starts hopping so mom's got to decide what her family will be wearing. For boys, opt for a comfortable outfit that is also camera ready for family photos. Keep it simple with fun colors and easy fabrics.

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Dress up the basics with a fun, patterned button-down in a soft cotton. Comfy as a t-shirt, but just a little jazzed up. Try one of these: Western Polo ($17), Check Woven Shirt ($12), or Button-Down Gingham Shirt ($40).
Ditch the jeans today for a pair of cozy khakis or navy cotton pants ($29 for both).
Shoes sturdy enough to play around in that still look dressed-up are the perfect compromise for you and your little man, like these from Timberland ($60).
Top off the look with great accessories he can wear everyday: sunnies ($10), J.Crew Double-Stripe Belt ($23), cotton cap ($5), and colorful watch ($21).

Are You Teaching Your Son Not to Cry?

LilSugar — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:00:22 PST

It's one thing to try and distract your child when he falls on the playground to get him up and running again and another to expect him to contain his emotions. Yesterday, I was making a quick run into the grocery store to pick up juice bars for my whimpering son who had a sore throat and fever. As I took him out of the car, quiet tears were falling down his face and a nice man who had parked next to us smiled before kindly telling my three-year-old that "boys don't cry." I disagree, but the situation made me wonder what other parents are teaching their sons. What's your opinion?

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Penis Play: What Mothers of Sons Have to Look Forward To

babysugar — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:00:15 PDT

Sugar and spice and everything nice, that's what little girls are made of, while boys are supposedly contrived of snips and snails and puppy dog tails. So I should expect that along with those snips and snails there would be other icky things that come along with the muddy boy territory, right? The thought of my boy's voice cracking makes me blush even though he's only 6 months old. But what I am dreading in the near future? The discovery of his penis!

Sometime in the next few months, my lil guy is going to locate his "tail," as my daughter likes to call it, and find pure delight in the ability to toy with it during bath time and diaper changes. My mommy friends have warned me about the certain arrival of this moment. I presume when he is 13 years old, I will look back and laugh at how easy this rite of passage is for a wee guy compared to the adolescent years and beyond.
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Trendtotting: The Perfect Easter Outfit For Boys

LilSugar — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:00:47 PDT

With April swiftly approaching it's time to put together a photo-worthy Easter or Spring outfit for your little Peter Rabbit! Finding a light Easter dress for your daughter may require a bit of rack work, but most lil guys can pull off a laid back Spring look without much fuss.

Hide the jeans and find your lil guys khakis or light linen trousers ($34) for a warmer weather pants option.
Green, blue and yellow look adorable on a Spring fellow! Consider a breathable polo shirt like this one from Janie and Jack ($24).
Don't forget to arm your lil guy with an Easter basket filled with non-sugary goodies and sunnies and a hat to protect him from the sun while he hunts for eggs.

Planes, Trains and Space Invaders: Decals For Boys

LilSugar — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:00:00 PST

I am constantly drawn to wall decals, but they can be decidedly feminine. If you have a little plane, train, dinosaur and outer space enthusiast on your hands consider dressing up his walls with designs that reflect his vivid imagination and love of boy things.

The Transport Wall Decals by Wallcandy ($60) will take your guy on a magical ride whenever he looks at them and will complement masculine bedroom decor.

If your little man prefers aliens and trains check out the designs below.

Trendtotting: Fat Tie

LilSugar — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:00:54 PST

The price of a dress shirt for your darling - $20. The cost of a complementary tie - $16. Getting your son decked out for the holidays without a struggle - priceless. For every mom who has had to wrestle her lil rascal into conforming clothes: there's no longer a need. This holiday, let him slip into a long-sleeved tee that is a celebration on its own. Fat Tie organic shirts ($38) are available in three dapper varieties - rusty, scooter, and rudy - that come with tie included! The Southern California company boasts, "Fat Tie is converting little devils into darling angels, one shirt at a time." Paired with a blazer or worn on its own, your tot will surely turn heads.