Homemade baby food is convenient, inexpensive (especially if your baby is accustomed to eating Tyler Florence's gourmet baby food!), and packs lots of health benefits for your babe by using fresh nutrient-filled ingredients. Most LilSugar mamas say they make their lil one's food themselves, so what's your technique for steaming and pureeing? If you're ready to make the leap to homemade baby food, Read more

Give your new bundle of joy an old fashioned welcome! While most parents log online to create and order their tot's announcements, going retro with purchased and penned cards is a baby chic. I stumbled across some vintage stock that you can purchase or use as inspiration for creating your own announcements with an antique look. Read more

Food is sustenance, and it can also be absolutely delicious! While babies survive for the first few months on just breast milk or formula, lots of parents anticipate the time when their children can share in the family meal. But, each tot is different so when he or she move on from purees or finger foods varies. Tell us when your youngster was at the right age for each stage! Read more

Whether it's the family pet who must get used to a new addition in the family, or mom giving in to demands for a puppy, growing up with a pet can have its advantages. They help baby's immune system be less sensitive to allergies, teach older kids responsibility, and, after all, what's cuter than your lil one at play with his furry friend? Click through for some fun and happy toddler and pet duos! Read more

Once you give birth, shopping is never the same. Whether you're buying groceries or hitting the store for a new outfit, your carefree days of perusing the aisles and racks are numbered...unless you leave the kiddos at home! Every woman thinks that her offspring will be the exception, but eventually just about every tot throws up, pitches a fit, or climbs into a clothing rack. Here are some Read more

Sleep under the stars with your lil one! Camping is a great way to get out in nature and take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Lots of families enjoy an annual outdoor adventure and bringing baby on the excursion is exciting! Since toting a tot takes a bit of extra planning, we got some great tips from Kampgrounds of America. Do you have any to share? Read more

Keeping lil ones smiling doesn't require anything more than a few simple hand moves. Classic nursery rhymes have captivated young audiences for generations. By adding in some grand hand gestures, mama can liven up these lil ditties. Check out these classic hand songs to keep your tot laughing. Read more

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There's nothing like a dad doting on his child. Raising kids may not be easy, but these dads look good doing it. From affectionate moments bonding with baby to sweet snapshots dad and babe napping — these pics of real dads on duty will make you swoon. Here's to dad and all he does, happy Father's Day! Read more

Babes love Toyland, but they are also pretty fond of buckets! For these tots, a bucket is a whole world of fun that does double duty as a hiding place, a swimming pool, and a nook to take a nap in. These sweet little kids got caught in the action! Click through to get a peek of their adorable pics. Read more