Sugar Editorial Picks
May 27, 2009 -
New parents anxiously track their wee one's feedings and changes. While some rely on notebooks and loose-leaf paper, others count on electronic devices to do the dirty work for them.
For the eco-conscience mom, Lullaboards ($28) is a dry erase system for reporting a baby or toddler's daily duties.
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Mar 26, 2009 -
Getting to your tot's first few pediatrician appointments with your lil one in tow is nothing short of a major accomplishment. Packing the diaper bag with all of the necessities, getting your babe outfitted and getting beyond the front door takes some strategy. So when the doctor asks you exactly how much milk your tot is getting and you can't remember, don't worry.
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Sep 10, 2008 -
I love the idea of being organized, but with a family running in all directions — it's not always a reality. The smidgen of downtime I have is on the bus to work, which does lil good when my magnetic page planner is at home hanging on the fridge.
I've tried to go tech and load our appointments, pick-ups and drop-offs, and party dates into my Blackberry, but there's something so satisfying about putting pen to paper.
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Jun 26, 2008 -
As a mom running in a hundred different directions each day trying to organize my life, work and family of four, I have become a mental note taker. But, jotting things down in my head doesn't allow for my husband or kids to view the "To Do" list.
LobotoME organizational products are a great way for a mom to make her list of tasks a family affair.
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Apr 09, 2008 -
Before I had a kid, my days were scheduled to a "T" mostly because I had time for walks, lunches, dinners and parties. Now, it's a whole new ballgame. In addition to planning my own life, I've got to keep tabs on my babe.
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May 16, 2008 -
Once baby is on its way, mamas-to-be get a crash course in child gearing — the rearing comes later. The thin pink line on the pregnancy stick indicates that it's time to prepare. From nursery themes to stretch mark balm and choosing bottles to taking strollers for test rides, the nine months are jam packed with all kinds of activities.
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Sep 16, 2009 -
The kids may have adjusted to their new school routine, but have you?
Sixty-three percent of LilSugar readers prefer the lazy days of Summer to the rush of the school year, with the tight scheduling and early morning routines that the days involve. While lil ones may relish returning to their friends, the start of their extra-curricular activities and the normalcy of their daily routines, for both working and stay at home mamas, the school year often means fewer lax mornings and later nights as they try to cram all of their day's activities into fewer hours.
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Apr 09, 2009 -
Ask any party planner — from partysugar to fashion designer Erin Fetherston and they'll tell you small candles add a hint of elegance and romance to any gathering. One of the most precious baby showers I've ever attended was also the most simple. The hostess decorated with white lilies, gardenias floating in water and about 20 white votive candles.
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Feb 25, 2009 -
Pharmacies may have started loading up on Cadbury eggs a few weeks ago, but today is the first day of Lent, which means Easter is truly on the horizon. Take advantage of the 46 days left until the Easter Bunny hops into town by stocking up on unique baskets and egg-y goodies.
These Williams-Sonoma Personalized Easter Baskets ($24 each) are ideal for the pre-planner because they are only available via Internet and catalog.
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Feb 06, 2009 -
Like momma, like child? Mamas already told us how much they rely on their mobile phones and BlackBerrys when at home and on the playground, but leave it to the folks at LeapFrog to create a tot-friendly version of the technology for your lil-one. The Text & Learn, which is set to hit stores this Summer, allows mini-mes to exchange text messages with the device’s mascot, Scout, check his planner and play with a pretend browser.
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