Mommy's little helper.
Many of you think that celebrating a baby's birth is essential — no matter how many siblings precede them. But, guests often wonder what to bring to such a party as the mom is already outfitted with swings, high chairs and strollers. A friend of mine is expecting her fourth child and was recently showered with gifts that have aptly prepared her for the next birth. Check out my slideshow to see Read more
The folks at Wry Baby are no strangers to creating fun and quirky clothes for newborns. But for 2008, they are expanding their wit to adult products with this fabulous pillowcase set ($30) for new parents. How many times have you pretended to be asleep so your partner would tend to your crying tot and you could sneak a few extra minutes of sleep? These reversible pillowcases will let your Read more
For every child who's had a great school year, there's a teacher (or two!) who deserves some gratitude and thanks. Tap into your creative side and gift them with something really thoughtful this year. We've come up with seven ways to say "We appreciate you!" that they're likely to enjoy both in and out of the classroom. Read more
We say goodbye to McKinley High's graduating class of 2012 on this week's season finale of Glee, and while we'll be seeing a lot of these characters next year, for some, it was their swan song (pardon the pun). Everyone is feeling nostalgic, not the least of whom is Mr. Schue, who gives the kids an assignment of picking a goodbye song. The episode is mostly devoted to the characters giving each Read more
Mother's Day is double the fun when you're a mom yourself. Not only do you get a day that celebrates you, but you have a whole new appreciation for your own mom, who definitely deserves some special attention. If you're both looking for ways to celebrate each other, consider the following 10 tips — five are just for you, and five are for her. For You: She can offer perspective. When you're in Read more
Sure, you're expecting something fabulous from your husband and kids this Mother's Day . . . but do you ever use the holiday as an occasion to honor all of the other moms in your life? Whether it's the women whose influence has shaped the way that you parent, the friends who provide much-needed "grown-up time," or perhaps most importantly, your own mom, we have six ways to make them feel extra Read more
You're a mom, but if you're anything like us, Mother's Day feels more like a time to celebrate the woman who raised you than a time to hint around for gifts (though, admittedly, a few gifts would be nice). If you're looking to do something beyond the usual flowers-and-card routine, we've got some great ideas for new traditions that will last for years to come. From an annual girls' retreat to a Read more
We enlisted the help of some of our favorite moms — our Sugar editors — to reveal what they're hoping for this Mother's Day. Posh handbags, designer interior goods, camera accessories, and even a tree are just a few of the things we'd like to receive, though quality time with our families (and sleep!) is also high on our wish lists. Keep clicking to see what editors from Fab, Fit, and, of Read more
For some moms-to-be (myself included), there's something just slightly uncomfortable about specifying a "wish list" for friends and family to gift you and your new baby with. People expect it though, and if you're having a shower, it's almost necessary to create a registry to ensure that you don't end up with a stack of identical baby blankets, or frilly, feminine nursery decor for what you were Read more
Celeb moms celebrated Mother's Day much the way most of us did — with homemade gifts from their kids and afternoons filled with quality time with their tots. Like us, they also managed to snap a few photos of their days. Check out some of the photos tweeting moms shared from their special days! Read more
