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Baby on a Budget
Everyone wants their nursery to be perfect, but getting ready for a new arrival can cost a lot of money. Whether you have a specific budget to stick to, or just want to stretch your dollar further, there are lots … More »
Beautiful Nursing Bras: Fashionable, Sexy, and Practical Picks
There is nothing like a well-fitted, attractive bra to make you feel like a million bucks, especially when you are nursing! When you’re in the transitional period of losing your pregnancy weight and don’t feel at your very best, a … More »
Cool Maternity Must-Haves: Accessories and Products For Pregnancy
Although there are plenty of fashions out there for expectant moms, there are also some pretty nifty accessories out there that are specifically designed to help you get through those awkward stages. Whether you are experiencing morning sickness, need a … More »
Ali’s A-List Interview: Jill Dunk of Mama Mio
This week’s A-List Interview takes you behind the scenes with Jill Dunk, Founding Partner of Mama Mio. I love Mama Mio’s collection of personal care products for expectant moms and consider them a go-to favorite for prenatal pampering. It’s no … More »
Could A Rubber Ducky Make Your Child Fat?
Could a rubber ducky make your kids fat? A new study found a connection between a chemical found in PVC and kids’ obesity: Children with the highest level of the common phthalate di-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) in their blood were nearly … More »
7 Simple Ways to Save on Organic Food
by The Organic Center Pound for pound, children eat and drink more than adults. Healthy eating is essential in order to safely nourish their growing bodies. Incorporating organic food into your family’s diet is an important part of eating healthy, … More »
Trendspotting: The New “Greige”
If you want a nursery that’s serene and sophisticated, ditch the pastels and turn to greige, a classic neutral that sits at the crossroads of grey and beige. Among the things we love about it is that it’s a beautiful … More »
Spend Smarter with giggle
We’ve always prided ourselves on quality products and great service. But it’s time to let you in on a little secret: we also want to help you make the most of your money! Here are just a few of the … More »
Take-Along Tots: Tips for Holiday Travel with Your Baby
Ah, the holiday season. A time to revel in good friends, tasty food and lots and lots of family togetherness. But with the stuffing, stockings and presents also comes the dreaded “T” word: travel. Traveling with your baby during the … More »
Shopping for: Rockers and Gliders
In the middle of the night, when your baby is inconsolable, few things will be as soothing to both of you as a good rocking session. The gentle motion will help turn tears to sniffles to sleep in no time. … More »
GAB Roundup: Baby Showers
A baby shower is an opportunity to set a new family up with must-have baby gear and clothes but it’s also a great excuse to gather dear friends and family to celebrate new life and the exciting journey into parenthood. … More »
Finding Your Breastfeeding Community, Online and Off
Let’s face it, mothering wasn’t meant to be a one-woman show! For eons, women shared the responsibility of child-raising, home-making, food-growing, and foraging among their community members – sure they had more bellies to feed and manners to mind, but … More »
2 Nasty Chemicals to Purge from Your Bathroom
by Margie Kelly, Communications Manager A clean bathroom is a beautiful thing. But did you realize that some of the very same toxic chemicals used to clean your tub and toilet are also found in your antiperspirant or perfume? Yuck. While … More »
Trend: Fashion Baby Carriers
Traditional carriers have been getting a fashion boost lately. While I’ve always been a girl that prefers the simplicity of basic black, there is absolutely a growing trend in front and hybrid carriers with a little more pizzazz!
Belly Tales: Moms Share Their Funniest Pregnancy Stories
Pregnant women aren’t exactly inconspicuous. After all, it’s hard to blend into the crowd when you’re sporting a gigantic belly and moving about in a waddle formation. And it seems that passers-by feel that our protruding midsections somehow give license … More »
Dr. Greene On Tackling Tantrums
You may be familiar with Dr. Alan Greene for his books Feeding Baby Green and Raising Baby Green, his site DrGreene.com, his work with children’s environmental health nonprofit Healthy Child Healthy World, but most likely for the WhiteOut Now movement he founded in 2010 … More »
Trend: Noticing a Pattern?
One trend we can’t help but notice right now? You guessed it: patterns. We’re seeing more and more great geometric designs in the baby market, giving us a bit of a break from traditional floral prints and animal patterns. There’s … More »
An A-List Interview: Tamara Kaye-Honey of House of Honey
This week’s A-List interview takes you behind the scenes with Tamara Kaye-Honey, founder of the House of Honey design studio and the designer behind the Uptown Crib and Uptown Dresser. These two pieces exemplify everything we love about her design … More »
Fashion’s Hottest Color Trend: Black Melange
Have you checked your latest magazine stand? For the next two months fashion magazines will resemble books rather than periodicals as they are overflowing with the latest fashions, hottest colors and promising trends for the upcoming season. Yes, I know … More »
5 Things Moms Should Always Have In Their Diaper Bags
When my children were tiny babies, I packed my diaper bag with “necessities” which I ended up using each and every time we left the house. As they got older, I learned that I needed less and less. Now that my … More »
Ask Ali: Bumperless Cribs
Q: What are my options now that bumpers are no longer advised? A: The good news is, bumpers were never more than a cute extra, so you’re not missing out on any function. Some people like the way bumpers make a … More »
Unsolicited Advice for Expectant Moms
I was in Home Depot the other day and I saw a lovely pregnant woman with her husband. Maybe they were there to find paint for the nursery… or fix some long-overdue safety issue. How exciting for them! Unexpectedly, I … More »
“Is This Park Bench Taken?” Tips for Finding Your City Mom Community
Meeting new mom friends is a lot like dating. You’re both feeling a bit awkward and insecure (“Will they notice the spit-up all over my shirt?”), carrying some baggage (except now you get to call it “gear”), looking for stimulating … More »
Top 10 Toxic Products You Don’t Need
by Margie Kelly, Communications Manager, Healthy Child Healthy World Advertisers spent an astonishing $144 billion in 2011 to entice you to buy more and more stuff. So it’s not surprising that you have an apartment or house full of things you don’t … More »
5 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
by Margie Kelly, Communications Manager, Healthy Child Healthy World Do you remember the moment you first learned you were pregnant? After the shock and awe period passes, pregnancy is the perfect time to commit to eliminating toxic chemicals from your … More »
An A-List Interview: Clek’s Chris and Jen Lumley
I’ve always been a fan of Clek — the company behind the Oobr Booster Seat and other great products that take their inspiration from luxury car engineering — and we’re all really excited about our launch of their great new … More »
Baby, It’s Cold Outside! New Winter Accessories for Baby and Parent
The temperature’s dropping so it’s time to think about bundling up baby for those wintery walks. We have three new products from 7 A.M. Enfant for baby and even one to keep your hands warm as you push his stroller.
Picking the Toys That Last Forever
If I were the Queen of Everything, I would only buy the most cherished toys for my children. Every toy would be loved and played with. And probably, my kids wouldn’t whine either. But in the real world, it can … More »
Back to Basics
One good thing about the economy: everyone seems to be embracing the trend of “less is more.” This new minimalism means smarter shopping — and not just buying fewer things, but expecting more of them. Not only is that a … More »
Parenting Tips From Been-There Done That Moms
The image above is a page from a book I put together when my best friend and writing partner, Heather, had her second baby. I invited other recent second-time moms in our circle to submit their wisdom, and I assembled … More »
Maternity and Nursing Bra: What’s the Difference?
Before most women even know they’re pregnant, their breasts begin to change, sometimes without them even noticing. But before long, those pre-pregnancy bras are going to start feeling uncomfortable or tight. For some, it may happen early in their pregnancy, for others it may happen towards the end of those forty weeks. Either way, it’s important to wear a comfortable bra that offers support and room for growth. More »
8 Tips for Holiday Travel with a Toddler
My little baby has recently turned one and started walking. So we never have a dull moment. He’s exercising his body and his rights to never be contained. I swear that this is the kid who will learn to push … More »
My 4 Biggest Breastfeeding Regrets
At my six-week post-birth check-up, the midwife listened kindly as I poured my heart out over my anxieties. I had no idea what I was doing, and everything seemed like a struggle. “Parenthood is all about fear and regret,” she … More »
Trend: Preppy Meets Eclectic
Classic colors and styles are always popular for babies and toddlers, but lately the look has evolved into what I’d describe as preppy with a twist. Instead of classic and coordinated, I’m noticing more classic and eclectic — adding a … More »
Shopping For: Playtime Essentials
Sure, playtime is fun. And we know it’s important for a child’s physical and cognitive development. It’s also an important activity for you — not just for your general sense of merriment, but also because it gives you a little … More »
Mornings in the Park and Other Tips for New Moms in the City
You know those new moms who appear as though they totally have it all figured out? Pushing their perfectly dressed babies in their perfectly fancy strollers whilst sporting perfectly coiffed hair and perfectly applied makeup, all the while making it … More »
The Baby Product I Couldn’t Have Lived Without
My trusty black yoga pants have been with me for years. I bought them shortly after my son was born — and he turns eight this month. As soon as my belly protruded less than my boobs, after about four … More »
A Look At The Hottest Diaper Bags For Winter
I don’t know about you, but in my book, every season requires a new bag and a new hat. I’ve already bought my hat, but am currently on the prowl for a new bag. Diaper bags are a personal favorite … More »
5-Star Customer Faves: Bottle- and Breastfeeding
We work hard to choose only the best products out there — and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Not only is it great feedback for us, it helps other parents know which products they’ll love, too. So take this … More »
5-Star Customer Favorites: Mealtime Must-Haves
We work hard to bring you the best baby and kid products out there — and we love to hear when we’ve succeeded! Not only are your product reviews great feedback for us, they help other new parents know which products … More »
Shopping For: Baby Monitors
Short of standing over your child’s crib while she sleeps, nothing can give you more peace of mind than a good baby monitor. The moment your baby cries, whimpers, or even stirs, you’ll be able to hear her and come … More »
Shopping For: Cribs and Beds
It’s estimated that babies spend as much as eighteen hours a day in their crib during their first year, which means that you and the crib are pretty much going to be your baby’s whole world. You’ll want a bed … More »
Teaching Kids Giving
This is a time of year that’s all about giving, but if you’re like me, you want giving to be about more than just the gifts you exchange with your family. A few years ago, I read a great idea … More »
5 Non-Toxic Kitchen Cleaners You Should Know About
With the recent return of my husband’s cancer I have become even more picky (aka neurotic) about the chemicals that we use in our home. I have slowly been phasing them out despite my husband’s resistance. He seems to think that me using natural everyday items to clean translates into him needing to clean everything over again with a smelly chemical-laden product. I’ve been letting him get away with certain cleaners just because it was easier to keep the peace but all that’s changing. No more Mr (Mrs?) Nice Guy.

One of the places I’ve been wondering about keeping bacteria-free is the kitchen. I’m always worried about making sure that the cutting boards are properly cleaned and the counters sanitized after preparing meat or using raw eggs. The thought of using a toxic chemical cleaner anywhere near where I prepare food has always been totally out of the question. I’ve always just used scalding hot water and hoped it was enough to kill any bacteria left lying around. It always did a good job of burning the skin off my fingers.

I was relieved (and so were my hands) to come across such easy ways to keep a kitchen free from bacteria using natural products. These are all things that are very easy to find at your local grocery store or pharmacy and that many of you probably already have some of them around the house. More »
Natural Cough Remedies
It’s officially cold and flu season. Everyone seems to be sniffling, sneezing and coughing, trying desperately to find remedies to ease their symptoms. I tend to get sick like clockwork this time of year. Last year around this time I was feeling pretty miserable. This time around it seems to be a bad cold with lots of uncontrollable coughing. In between coughs, I decided to check in with some great green minds from around the blogosphere to see how they would combat a vicious cough the non-toxic and natural way. More »
Holiday Best: 6 Outfits For Newborn Baby Boys & Girls
The holidays give me the perfect excuse to add additional ‘cute’ to my children’s wardrobes. I’ve tried to fight it, I’ve tried to keep my cool and buy just the bare minimum, but really? It’s impossible. There are too many … More »
4 Tips for Flying with a Toddler
We just came back from a fantastic vacation in Marco Island, Florida. It was a perfect trip – including our flights with 19 month old Baby flying as a “lap infant”. This was his fourth round trip flight, and he has been a great little traveler every time, but I have to admit I was a little bit nervous about flying with Baby at this age since he is SOOO active all the time.

Here are four things that made our flights go smoothly… More »
Upcoming Trends in Baby
I love going to juvenile products shows because I get a sneak peak at what’s going to be big in the upcoming seasons. I’m just back from the biggest American and European juvenile trade shows ABC Kids and Kind+Jugend and … More »
My Favorite New Toy: the Lion Rocker
Now that Halloween is over, it’s just about time to start thinking about the holidays! I absolutely love our adorable new Lion Rocker, and it’s sure to make lots of holiday wish lists this year. Animal rockers have always been … More »
Essentials For Flying With A Newborn
Travel season will commence yet again in just a couple of weeks, with families visiting each other for the holidays. Hanukkah, Christmas and the New Year is just around the corner and with it comes joy, celebration, family, and a … More »
Breastfeeding During the Holidays
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year if you’re expecting or are breastfeeding. The mood is gratitude, the warm cheer and the festivities abound, and everyone wants to pass your little butterball around the table for a taste of that … More »
City Mom Must: The Handy Dandy Umbrella Stroller
City living offers a wealth of options when it comes to entertaining your baby. From story times to puppet shows to music classes and more, a city babe’s social calendar is full to the brim. The question for city moms … More »
Ask Ali: What’s the Latest in Travel Gear for Families?
The busy holiday travel season is coming fast, and families everywhere will soon be heading off to spend time with loved ones. Having the right gear can go a long way toward making your life a little easier during this … More »
The 3 Breastfeeding Products I Couldn’t Have Lived Without
If you plan to, or are breastfeeding, the most basic gear will do – you, your boobs and your baby! Breastfeeding really is all about the “un-rules” — especially during the early days and weeks of the Learning Curve when … More »
An A-List Interview: Dr. Jane Aronson of Worldwide Orphans Foundation
This week, I’d like to introduce you to someone who’s doing great things for children, and I’m proud to call her a giggle partner. Dr. Jane Aronson is the founder of the Worldwide Orphans Foundation, an organization that helps orphans … More »
An A-List Interview: Dr. Jane Aronson of Worldwide Orphans Foundation, Continued
Last week we ran the first part of Ali’s interview with our partner Dr. Jane Aronson, the founder of the Worldwide Orphans Foundation, an organization that helps orphans and vulnerable children throughout the world. We love WWO so much that we chose them … More »
Holiday Style for Nursing Moms
The holiday season is filled with special occasions and parties – from office gatherings to family dinners, and black tie events to New Year’s Eve countdowns. Deciding what to wear can be exciting, but it may take a little more … More »
Royal Baby Names: The Top 12 Choices
Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge are naming not simply any royal baby but the future king or queen – the accession rules were recently changed and so the first child of either gender will ascend the throne … More »
The 12 Most Outrageous Names of 2012
Even more than the baby names at the top of the Most Popular list, outrageous names can define our times, becoming the most memorable symbols of important passages and events. As well as sources of head-shaking wonder. Here, Nameberry’s picks … More »
Dealing With the Hubbub of the Holidays with Your Nursling
There’s nothing sweeter than nestling in for the holidays with your baby. But for most of us, the season also means store hopping to shop for good prices, decorating, visiting family and friends, and even flights, and long road trips. Sometimes … More »
‘Tis the Season for Toys!
The holidays are upon us, and what better time to talk about toys? A few weeks ago I wrote about my favorite new toy, the Miyim Lion Rocker, but there are lots of other great gift ideas that make my … More »
A-List Interview: Lisa Mahar, Founder of Kid O
This week I’d like to introduce you to Lisa Mahar the founder of Kid O. I love Lisa’s clean designs and smart aesthetic, including a great line of giggle-exclusive toys in our signature “giggle orange.” Lisa is a super hard … More »
Best Gifts for Breastfeeding Moms
It’s getting down to the wire but it’s still not too late to pull off a fabulous gift that will be money well spent for your expecting or new mom for the holidays. Best for Babes has some great ideas … More »
City Mom: Best of 2012
As we head into the new year, we’re looking back at the most popular posts from each of our columns from 2012. Whether you’re just joining us as a newly expecting parent or continuing in your parenting journey, we think you’ll find these stories helpful to navigating your way in the big city. More »
Nursing Know-How: Best of 2012
As we head into the new year, we’re looking back at the most popular posts from each of our columns from 2012. Whether you’re just joining us as a newly expecting parent or continuing in your parenting journey, we think … More »
Parent Talk: Best of 2012
As we head into the new year, we’re looking back at the most popular posts from each of our columns from 2012. Our been-there, done-that moms Heather and Whitney have tips for you on topics like birth announcements, DIY Halloween costumes, … More »
Healthy Home: Best of 2012
Use these most popular posts from Healthy Child Healthy World from the past year to help you build a healthy environment for your new baby. Top 10 Toxic Products You Don’t Need Isn’t it time to purge what isn’t necessary? … More »
Hip Baby: Best of 2012
Covering fashion for both mom and baby as well as must-have gear, our Hip Baby blogger Nadia has shared lots of cool fashions and products. Here are some of her most popular posts from 2012. We’re Pregnant! 4 Unique Gifts … More »
Ali’s A-List: Best of 2012
Each week, our CEO and founder Ali Wing brings you insider knowledge and tips about what you need to know when preparing for your new baby. This week’s round-up includes a look back at some of her top tips from … More »
New Year’s Resolution: Get More Sleep
Proud parent of a newborn? You’re probably starting to truly appreciate the meaning of the term “sleep deprived.” If getting more shut-eye is high on your list of goals for the new year, creating a healthy, restful sleep environment for … More »
New Parenting Resolution: Smile When I See My Sons
I stumbled upon a wonderful article by Brene Brown, which inspired my biggest New Years’ parenting resolution: Smile each time I first see my child. Rather than feel nit-picked, I want my sons to feel how much I love them … More »
Hello 2013, So Nice To Meet You! 5 Of My Goals & Resolutions For The New Year
It’s 2013. A brand new year. A new leaf. A fresh start. This means many of us are either putting our resolutions in to affect or have already broke a few. I’m not one to really make resolutions per say … More »
5 Gadgets That Make Parenting Easier
Can you believe there was once a time when gadgets were truly a luxury rather than a necessity? I know, it’s almost impossible to imagine — especially now that we live in a world where technology is on the forefront. … More »
Why Every Parent Needs Google Calendar in their Life
Question: What’s a free and easy-to-use organizing tool that makes family life easier and works on both your home computer and your smartphone? Answer: Okay, so there may be a lot of things that fit that bill these days, but … More »
Emerald Green: Pantone’s 2013 “Color of the Year”
What color will be taking over in 2013? I have a feeling you’ll be seeing a lot of green this year! According to the color experts at Pantone, the new “it” color is Emerald Green. Lively, radiant, and lush, it’s … More »
4 Ways to Escape the Winter Chill — with Your Baby in Tow
The happy memories I maintain of walking around town with my baby in a soft carrier or sleeping in his stroller all take place during mild weather. Fighting cold, rain and wind with a car seat handle hooked around my … More »
3 Simple Ways I Show Love to My Children Every Day
How do you know that your child feels your love? That’s quite a heavy question. Am I not demonstrating all my maternal love by feeding, clothing, diapering, cuddling, and keeping him safe every day? I think so, but let’s break … More »
Product Picks to Keep You and Baby Warm While Strolling
If you have the right stroller and the proper gear, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t stroll comfortably with your baby during the winter months. We have been strolling straight through December, January and February here in Canada, thanks to … More »
Trend Report: Staying “Neutral” — in the Nursery and On-the-Go
Baby trends come and go, but a neutral color palette never goes out of style. When you lay a foundation with neutrals, you can swap out accent colors to keep the look fresh. Plus, neutrals offer a sophisticated alternative to … More »
Trend Report: Soft, Lush, and Textured
At the trade shows last fall, I noticed all sorts of textures, from glossy and metallic to more natural ones like leather and corduroy. One notable trend within the trend was shearling (AKA sheepskin) which has a soft, luxurious feel … More »
22 Baby Naming Rules Worth Following
A few weeks ago we asked the Nameberry moms and dads to tell us their best baby name rules. What followed were hundreds of suggestions, from the idiosyncratically individual (All middle names must be Celtic and begin with R) to … More »
Spring Sprucing: Colorful Décor Picks to Brighten Up Any Kids’ Room
Spring is right around the corner, and you know that means… time to bring in some color! Whether you’re designing the nursery or looking to add a pop of color to your playroom, here are some of my favorite key … More »
4 Tips for Stretching Your Maternity Wardrobe
Buying a brand new maternity wardrobe can get pretty expensive depending on the pieces you choose and when you are due. I found this out the hard way while pregnant with my first daughter and then again with my second, … More »
Nighttime Nursing Comfort: Breastfeeding Bras that Work Around the Clock
Before your baby begins to sleep through the night, he or she will inevitably wake and want to nurse in the wee hours — long before your coffee pot has even brewed its first cup. Make these middle-of-the-night feedings easier … More »
Making the Most of Your Hand-Me-Downs
I love to give and receive used kids clothing. LOVE. I suppose it all started when my son Holden was a newborn and my BFF Whitney brought over a few pajamas that her five-month old had recently outgrown. When my … More »
10 Spring Must-Haves For Your New Bambino
Spring has officially arrived! The snow in my yard may beg to differ, but the first day of spring came in like a lamb and I’m sure it will gain momentum in the coming weeks. I began my spring fashion … More »
What’s In Our Window: The mamaRoo!
This month, we’re all about the innovative mamaRoo bouncer from 4moms. We love it so much, we put it front and center in all our store windows! If you haven’t gotten the rundown yet on how impressively cool the mamaRoo … More »
5 Creative Ways to Upcycle Baby Clothes
As the one-time recipient of baby clothes that had been stored since the late sixties, I know that future generations will appreciate my children’s infant jammies for all of five minutes. Then my daughter-in-law will call her best friend — … More »
The Gift I Give Every New Mom
Birth is such a miraculous and joyful occasion. I get so excited every time one of my friends welcomes a new addition to their family and can’t wait to gift them with something special. After the birth of my son, … More »
4 Small Ways to Save Big in the City — with a Baby
City living may be many things, but it’s definitely not cheap. Between housing costs, taxi fare and grocery prices that leave us shaking our heads in disbelief, it seems we’re constantly engaged in feats of financial acrobatics. Throw a baby (or two) … More »
My 4 Favorite Spring Cleaning Essentials
Spring has officially sprung! Which means lots of clear skies, fresh air, and sunny days are hopefully ahead. However, it also means that inevitable, yet not-so-fun activity of spring cleaning is upon us all. (Not always so easy when you’ve … More »
Go Green with These Eco-friendly Baby Gifts
Happy Earth Day! Today and all week long, people around the world are celebrating by throwing events, serving “clean” food, and educating their kids about the importance of conservation and recycling. It’s a great time to stop and think about … More »
A-List Interview: Dipali Patwa, Masala Baby Founder & Creative Director
I love Masala Baby’s kids’ clothes, with their bold colors, global inspiration, and eclectic styles handmade by artisans in India. (Check them out, if you haven’t already. They make great, unique gifts!). So when I had the chance to sit … More »
Gearing Up to Breastfeed: 5 Tips for Moms-to-Be
Best for Babes knows that breastfeeding can be challenging in the beginning, and that more than anything new moms deserve to be cheered on coached and celebrated. Here are our top tips for how to beat the Breastfeeding Booby Traps(R) … More »
Popular Baby Names On-the-Rise in 2013
Popular baby names aren’t always replaced at the top by similar names, though sometimes it feels that way. Emily moves down, Emma moves up. Jason slips, while Jacob and Mason rise. With the new US popularity list due out in less than a month, we thought it would be … More »
Behind-the-Scenes: VIP Book Launch of “Carried in Our Hearts”
Last night was a pretty special one at giggle SoHo. After a busy day at the store came to a close, it was time to break out the champagne and celebrate the launch of a new book that has totally … More »
What I REALLY Want For Mother’s Day…
For me, Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate my family; because without them I wouldn’t even be a mother. Those sweet children of mine have changed me in more ways than I can count, enriching my life and filling … More »
My Very Strong Opinions about Mother’s Day Gifts
A friend on Facebook boasted today that she had saved not one, but two marriages this week by pointing out that Sunday is Mother’s Day, and “what we like is brunch and jewelry.” I beg to differ. First, dining out … More »
8 Unspoken Truths about Motherhood
They told you you’d be tired. You knew to expect all those middle-of-the-night feedings. But no amount of Googling or talking to friends or thumbing through parenting books will totally prep you for all the little ways life changes when … More »

Ali's A-List

Get the inside scoop on all things giggle from our very own CEO and Founder, Ali Wing.

Posted by Ali, April 25, 2013

A-List Interview: Dipali Patwa, Masala Baby Founder & Creative Director

I love Masala Baby’s kids’ clothes, with their bold colors, global inspiration, and eclectic styles handmade by artisans in India. (Check them out, if you haven’t already. They make great, unique gifts!). So when I had the chance to sit down and chat in-depth with the woman behind the designs — founder, creative director, and mom of one, Dipali Patwa — I was thrilled. After speaking with her, it’s so clear that the contemporary global feel of her brand is a direct result of the places Dipali has traveled, the people she’s met, and the experiences she’s had. And after hearing a bit of what inspires her, it’s easy to imagine that at the heart of each piece of clothing is its own story. More »

9 Months

Expecting? We've got some great advice to prepare you for your pregnancy and the birth of your child.

Posted by Nameberry, April 30, 2013

Popular Baby Names On-the-Rise in 2013

Popular baby names aren’t always replaced at the top by similar names, though sometimes it feels that way. Emily moves down, Emma moves up. Jason slips, while Jacob and Mason rise.

With the new US popularity list due out in less than a month, we thought it would be fun to look at today’s most popular baby names and guess which similar choices might move in to replace them — if not at the next tally, then at some point in the future. More »

Nursing Know-How

Start your breastfeeding off right with helpful information from non-profit Best for Babes.

Posted by bestforbabes, April 29, 2013

Gearing Up to Breastfeed: 5 Tips for Moms-to-Be

Best for Babes knows that breastfeeding can be challenging in the beginning, and that more than anything new moms deserve to be cheered on coached and celebrated. Here are our top tips for how to beat the Breastfeeding Booby Traps(R) so you can achieve your personal breastfeeding goals.

1. Get your game face on. Treat planning to breastfeeding like planning a wedding, or interviewing for a job. Pregnancy lasts nine months, the benefits of breastfeeding last a lifetime for you and your babe. Take a good breastfeeding class, find an excellent lactation counselor (IBCLC), and put their number in your speed dial. More »

City Mom

Learn strategies for navigating public transportation, crowded streets and small living spaces from Manhattan mom Monica Storch.

Posted by Monica, May 3, 2013

4 Small Ways to Save Big in the City — with a Baby

Tips & Tricks for Parenting in the Big City — on a Budget

City living may be many things, but it’s definitely not cheap. Between housing costs, taxi fare and grocery prices that leave us shaking our heads in disbelief, it seems we’re constantly engaged in feats of financial acrobatics. Throw a baby (or two) into the mix and things get even trickier. Fortunately, urban parents are a resourceful bunch, and most city moms and dads have more than a few tips and tricks up their sleeves when it comes to navigating the expensive wilds of the concrete jungle. Here are some of my favorite wallet-friendly tips: More »

Healthy Home

Build a healthy environment for your baby with practical and easy tips from national nonprofit Healthy Child Healthy World.

Posted by Healthy Child Healthy World, January 23, 2013

5 Tips for Eating Safer Seafood

By Margie Kelly, Communications Manager

Raise your hand if you have a hard time figuring out which fish and seafood are safe to eat.

I really want to give my family all the good things about fish (omega-3’s, protein!) without any of the bad (mercury, PCBs, antibiotics – yuck). To eat fish that’s good for you and isn’t fished in a manner that’s destroying the oceans, you have to be an informed and conscious consumer.

Don’t give up on fish and seafood just because it’s complicated to know what to buy. Follow these tips to get the safest seafood for your family.

Parent Talk

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Posted by Whitney, May 10, 2013

My Very Strong Opinions about Mother’s Day Gifts

My Very Strong Feelings About Mother's Day | Parent Talk

A friend on Facebook boasted today that she had saved not one, but two marriages this week by pointing out that Sunday is Mother’s Day, and “what we like is brunch and jewelry.”

I beg to differ.

First, dining out with small children is not everyone’s idea of a good time, especially not during one of the most crowded brunch timeslots of the year. I would rather have coffee brought to me in bed, and eat pancakes and fruit prepared by my husband in the lazy state of my own house. That way, I’m not obligated to shower and primp on my “day off”.

Second: Wait? Is this a good platform for me to go on my feminist diatribe about the tradition of men buying women jewelry? It is? Okay, then. More »

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Posted by Nadia, May 9, 2013

What I REALLY Want For Mother’s Day…

For me, Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate my family; because without them I wouldn’t even be a mother. Those sweet children of mine have changed me in more ways than I can count, enriching my life and filling it with endless amounts of love. More »

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Posted by giggle, May 12, 2013

8 Unspoken Truths about Motherhood

They told you you’d be tired. You knew to expect all those middle-of-the-night feedings. But no amount of Googling or talking to friends or thumbing through parenting books will totally prep you for all the little ways life changes when that tiny person of yours arrives. This year, in honor of Mother’s Day, we asked mom bloggers and friends to weigh in on all those little-known and rarely discussed parts about being Mom.

Here’s what they had to say.

By Margie Kelly, Communications Manager

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