Healthy Benefits of Acacia Wood

November 22, 2022

We all know wood tones are popular when it comes to nursery design.  There is something about having earthy tones in the nursery that feels so natural.  Not to mention, having a solid hardwood species in the nursery can have great benefits, specifically acacia wood! 

The Best Teething Guards

November 09, 2022

I will never forget the morning I walked in and saw bite marks on my son's crib.  A crib that I had hoped to pass down to future children now had small bite marks all over it.  I quickly took my questions to the internet and started researching all things crib teething.

Making the Transition from Crib to Toddler Bed w/Modern Motherhood

August 30, 2022

It seems like just yesterday you were cradling your tiny newborn in your arms, rocking them to sleep, and wondering when (if ever!) he/she would sleep through the entire night. Now that your little baby has grown into a full-fledged toddler, you may be thinking about the NEXT exciting sleep phase in their young life: transitioning from the crib to a toddler bed.

Baby Registry Regrets

August 09, 2021

If you’re expecting your first baby, your Facebook and Instagram feeds are probably filled with ads for “must have” baby products.

From swaddles that promise the best night’s sleep, to playmats that guarantee a higher IQ, there’s no shortage of products for new parents to consider.

But instead of giving you a list of more products to buy, I am here to help you figure out which products to avoid.


How To Prepare For Your Big Arrival On A Small Budget

August 02, 2021

When you find out you’re pregnant, it’s tempting to immediately go into a baby store and purchase the first cute baby thing you see.

Benefits of Reading to Your Toddler

July 30, 2021

Reading to toddlers always involves being interrupted, skipping pages, and conversing as much as reading. To some it may like an annoying waste of time, but this is actually exactly what your child needs at this stage! You can never go wrong with a good book.

Color Palettes Ideas For Your Nursery

July 26, 2021

I'll admit it: I love a prettypink and blue nursery. It sounds overly cliche, but I find it to be so classic. Traditional nursery colors are all well and good, but I love finding colors that compliment EVERYTHING. Not to mention, colors can effect our little ones that are staying in these rooms! 

Staying Sustainable with Your Little One

June 25, 2021

Babies require a lot of stuff, and all of those items add up! Expense-wise and also from an accumulation standpoint. It may feel like bringing a baby into the world couldn’t possibly be done while leading a less wasteful lifestyle. If the sheer size of your baby registry is already causing panic, maybe a more minimalistic, sustainable approach is the option for you. Sure, babies need things, but there is almost always a sustainable alternative!

Baby Gear: Splurge or Save?

June 25, 2021

Prepping for baby and his/her nursery is supposed to be one of the most exciting things for a new parents-to-be. But… what is supposed to be fun and exciting often turns into a stressful shopping trip where you buy everything or put everything on the registry that anyone and everyone you know has recommended.