Mommy's little helper.
When I was still pregnant with my son, my mother-in-law, a woman of excellent taste but also a healthy dose of practicality, told me that I should forget about investing in the expensive high chair I'd had my eye on. "Get that cheapie Ikea one for $20. It cleans up better than any other high chair I've seen, and it works great." I couldn't bring myself to buy the Antilop, though, because I didn't Read more
Have you ever gone to a restaurant and been surprised to find out that they don't have highchairs? I have, too many times. I started carrying my Phil and Ted's Me Too Chair ($50) with me everywhere. All I have to do is slip it onto a sturdy table and tighten the screws so it's securely attached. The lightweight, small chair fits right in the basket of my stroller so if I'm running out for lunch Read more
Try as we might, once baby arrives, our space is invaded by all of their necessities. Cribs, baths, swings, and highchair are all space-gobbling pieces that mama's buy to keep their lil ones comfortable and happy. But when not in use, the baby items can be space-eating giants that leave little room for mom and tot to play. Manufacturers have taken note of this phenomenon and are creating more Read more
We're excited to share this post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we will be bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Evonne Lack about avoiding the dangerous trap of competitive parenting. The comparison game is one new moms know well. Even when we try to avoid the "does your baby do this yet?" questions, it's Read more
I love that my 10-month-old loves watching me in the kitchen. From her highchair, she will happily stuff her face with puffs and blueberries while I chop, mix, prep, and even empty the dishwasher. I've never considered that she might soon need a more interactive kitchen experience, but after seeing The FunPod from Luca & Company, I'm reconsidering. The unique kid product, developed by a mom Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! By the last few months of every woman’s third trimester, she’s inevitably faced with one of life’s most intimidating situations: baby shopping. No matter whether you had your most recent child years ago or are currently expecting, I’m sure you’re familiar with the situation. You walk into your local baby store brimming Read more
Your lil one's car seat may have passed a crash test, but would it pass a chemical test? A new study reported in the Environmental Science and Technology journal has found "potentially toxic" flame retardants in more than 80 of the 101 common baby products tested, including car seats, nursing pillows, and highchairs. By now, most moms and mamas-to-be are well aware of the dangers that lurk in Read more
Calling all Eric Carle fans: here's a Hungry Caterpillar party you won't want to miss! Jessica Alba's baby was born in her amniotic sac. See what that really means. 10 DIY ideas for decorating for Halloween! 12 unglamorous but necessary items to have at home after giving birth. New highchairs even design-oriented mamas will love! These 10 tots have enviable talents! Is Let's Rock Elmo the hot Read more
You already treat your pup like part of the family, so why not let Fido dine at the table with the rest of the group? Ikea's new Hundstul doggie highchair is designed to let you do just that. It comes with a tray with inset bowls for food and water, paw grips to keep your pooch from slipping, and a hole in the back so he can wag his little heart out as he chows down. Watch a video of the chair Read more
The following is a guest post by Kimberly Palmer, the author of Generation Earn and creator of The Baby Planner: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Ready For Baby, Without Going Broke!, available on Etsy. She is also the personal finance columnist at US News & World Report. Take it away, Kimberly! As a relatively frugal person, I’m usually happy to accept hand-me-downs from friends. Got a Read more
