Oh, night weaning. Not the most fun motherhood adventure, but definitely not the worst either. Over the years I’ve night weaned all three of my little ones. All at different ages for different reasons, but nonetheless, we’ve survived the transition and gone on to continue nursing during the daylight hours. It takes some commitment (definitely …

I am not ashamed to admit that I love Ikea. Every living space I’ve been in since college has in some way been outfitted with plenty of Ikea furniture. Even now, in our “adult” house with our two kids, my husband and I have plenty of products from Ikea. While many may not agree with …

It’s almost here! Time to start planning for the special day: The Big One—Baby’s First Birthday Party. We asked Baby Gizmo Facebook audience for their favorite first birthday party ideas and here are some of our favorite replies. I See the Birthday Kid Looking at Me Kathleen S. M.: “We are doing book themes. 1st …

My grocery list rarely includes artwork, but when I make my way to Trader Joe’s it sure does! On my list you’ll find pantry basics and a slew of Trader Joe exclusive favorites like paneer tikka masala, peanut butter granola bars, chocolate hazelnut biscotti, grated cauliflower (for pizza crust and stir fry!), orange chicken, and vanilla almond …

Once you’re pregnant, you face a million choices as you prepare for your baby’s arrival: Which stroller? Glider or rocker? Breastfeed or bottle-feed? Cloth diaper or disposable? Which brand is best for this, this and this? One question I see a lot of moms ask is, “Which brand of wipe should I stock up on …

You know how fun it is to go out on dates or exchange awesome presents for Valentine’s Day? Well, wouldn’t it be even more enjoyable when you aren’t worrying about the money you’re spending to do so? That’s where I come in: here are 8 cheap Valentine’s Day ideas you can utilize this year to …

I can’t remember what blog post I was reading a while back, but the author was talking about raising children and said something like, “I’ve never had to teach a small human to read before!” I totally know how she feels. After having a kid, I’m starting to believe that we shouldn’t be allowed to …

Looking for a lightweight, compact stroller for your baby can be a daunting task. Is it sturdy enough to carry the precious cargo? Is it lightweight enough to fold and throw in my car or travel with? Will a bigger toddler/preschool fit in it? How much storage does it REALLY have? Will the canopy provide …

I am always trying to refine and minimize the clutter around our home. While we live in a nice, average – sized home, there is never enough storage. And with two kids, the toys seem to multiply quickly! I have actively been on the hunt for some great products that help control the kid clutter. …

ROYAL CARIBBEAN Oasis of the Seas. Best Activities for Kids. Thinking about taking a cruise vacation with the kids? Wondering what type of kid activities are offered on board? Check out the fun activities with the Baby Gizmo and Junior Gizmo kids that are included in a Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas cruise vacation. …

The classic grilled cheese sandwich is totally my jam. But what I really love is a fancy grilled cheese. Grilled cheese is as simple as recipes get, delicious, and can easily be modified for less adventurous eaters. So, while one of my kids requested “just cheese” and the other opted for “turkey and cheese, please” I was …

Almost as soon as I got a positive pregnancy test, the questions started. What next? Am I ready? Will this baby be a girl or boy? What names will we choose? Will I throw up so much I’ll die? Will he or she come with all ten toes? Sometimes, we feel a little dumb for …