Homemade Crib Sets For Hands On Mamas


Updated 06/10/09 8:59 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 2 comments

Custom Crib Bedding

Baby emporiums have lots of options when it comes to the linens on which your impending wee one will lay their head. We've highlighted everything from traditional to modern designs, but some women seek out something especially unique for their lil angel. The Make Room For Baby Kit allows even the most novice seamstress to create the crib set of her dreams with easy to follow instructions and Read more

7 Things You Should Never Say to a Pregnant Woman


Updated 05/09/12 1:20 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Things Not to Say to Pregnant Women

Here's a post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we bring you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Katherine Martin about phrases that should never be uttered to a pregnant woman. Pregnancy is one of those times in life, similar to having a newborn, where almost everyone you meet will offer some kind of advice or have a Read more

OnSugar Blog: If the World Revolved Around Families . . .


Updated 05/07/12 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kids in Restaurants

Lots of moms like to think out loud, and Jo Aaron is one of them. Here is one of the latest posts to her Mommy Brain blog. While innocently looking for a restaurant suggestion online the other day, I stumbled across an anti-parent, anti-child blog entry that just annoyed me. It was an angry (and narrow-minded, in my opinion) piece about how awful it is when this particular person has to dine with Read more

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links


Updated 04/28/12 4:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Baby and Parenting News Week of April 23

April showers bring — baby showers! Our favorite baby shower themes ever! Hilary Duff spoke with us about new motherhood and her latest project. The best baby shower gifts for under $50. Kids can be the ultimate prop at a wedding — see which celebs have included tots in their big day. Don't throw away your changing table — repurpose it into something great! You don't have to spend a lot Read more

Baby Shower 411: Your Top Questions Answered


Updated 04/18/12 2:05 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Baby Shower Etiquette

Since there are just as many types of baby showers as there are moms-to-be, the etiquette behind hosting such an event can be a challenge. From who to invite, to how to invite them, and what to actually do once you're there, the range of "what's appropriate" varies depending on the honoree and her family/social circle, but there are some basic guidelines that everyone can adhere to. Here's our Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Lighten Up With Healthy Mexican Recipes


Updated 04/18/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out April 17, 2012

Healthy Mexican food recipes How to make retro, pastel-tipped sunglasses Fast and easy morning meals Carrie and Big's Sex and the City wedding album Rihanna shares her topless vacation photos Eco-friendy date ideas to try CelebStyle: White-hot celebrity looks to mimic Baseball apps to download this season Tour gorgeous rooms from the DC Design House Dad-friendly finds to add to your baby Read more

Game of Thrones, "What Is Dead May Never Die": What We're Still Talking About


Updated 04/16/12 8:23 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Game of Thrones Recap "What Is Dead May Never Die"

This week's Game of Thrones introduces us to a few new characters, while giving a bit of the spotlight to Tyrion, Theon, and Renly, and happily, there's no Joffrey again this week (though we get a good bit of Sansa). Renly is on a throne with a new wife, Theon makes a decision about where his loyalty lies, and Tyrion masterfully orchestrates a ruse. Oh, and as usual, there is a ton of blood Read more

Link Time: Make Your Own Greek Yogurt


Updated 04/13/12 11:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Make Greek Yogurt

Make your own Greek-style yogurt — Yahoo! Shine What George Zimmerman's eating in jail — Grub Street NY David Chang vs. Questlove: battle of the fried chicken — Eater The best tasting rooms in Northern California — Food Republic Lidia Bastianich coaches you on making risotto — Epicurious Must make: baby purple artichokes fried in olive oil — Food52 America's fallen in love with Read more

Yoga No-Nos For Pregos


Updated 04/15/12 2:56 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

What to Avoid in Yoga When Pregnant

Fun issues like nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, and the need to hit the ladies' room — three different times during a workout! — makes it difficult to keep up with a regular exercise routine when pregnant. If you're expecting, taking up yoga (or continuing to go) is wonderful because not only does it alleviate some of these annoying discomforts, your body will stay strong and flexible. Read more

Nursery Eye Candy! Restoration Hardware Baby & Child's Newest Collection


Updated 04/05/12 1:07 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Restoration Hardware Baby & Child Spring 2012 Collection

Restoration Hardware Baby & Child never fails to amaze us with its sophisticated, yet kid-appropriate designs, but the furnishings heavyweight has seriously outdone itself this Spring. From the Collette crib, featuring tufted linen sides and a design inspired by Louis XV antiques, to the neoclassic, French gray Emelia Twin-Over-Twin bunk bed with fluted sides and feet, carved floral accents, Read more