Products We Love
Whether it’s baby carriers, quality toys, strollers, or anything else under the sun, these are the products that we use and love.
You’ll only find reviews here of products that we and our team have personally tested. Whether we loved it, loathed it, or felt somewhere in between, we’ll let you know!
Drawing from a diverse range of parents and products around the world, here’s what we’ve been using lately:
The 10 Best Baby Travel Bassinets
If you’re traveling with your baby in those precious first few months of life, you’ll need a designated safe spot for your little one to sleep. Depending on your accommodations, a hotel crib may be an option, but many parents opt to travel with a portable bassinet. We’ve scoured the market for the very best…
UPPABaby vs. Nuna – I Tried Both Brands To Find Out Which is Better
In the ultimate show-down between premium baby brands that prioritize nontoxic materials, my search led me to two contenders: Uppababy and Nuna. Both are American brands at a similar price point that make some of the best car seats, strollers, and other baby gear on the market. So if your search led you here, I’m…
UPPAbaby Vista V2 vs. Nuna Mixx Next – I Tried Both Strollers So You Don’t Have To!
Back when I was weighing which premium baby brand to buy, everyone was talking about either UPPAbaby or Nuna. Both are American brands that are on the higher end of the baby gear market. Both make a quality product and both prioritize nontoxic materials in their construction. So which brand makes the better full-sized stroller?…
Is the Nuna PIPA RX Worth It? A Mom’s Thoughts
Is a car seat as pricey as the Nuna PIPA RX worth buying? As a mother who relied on the Nuna PIPA RX car seat for a full year, I can confidently say that it was a game-changer in terms of convenience and peace of mind. From its top-notch crash test ratings to its thoughtful…
Graco SlimFit3 LX vs Extend2Fit Car Seats: Complete Comparison
Graco is a well-loved brand for baby gear and child safety seats, especially for its top-ranked Extend2Fit 3-in-1 convertible car seat and newer SlimFit3 LX 3-in-1 convertible car seat. The Extend2Fit is a popular choice for parents because it’s safe, comfortable, and easy to use, but it’s too wide to fit three across in the…
The 40 Best Gifts for Two-Year-Old Boys
Tailoring your birthday and holiday gifts to the evolving developmental stage — and short attention span! — of a two-year-old isn’t easy. We’ve learned from experience with our two young children which gifts are winners for young toddlers, and which ones aren’t worth the investment. Read on for our toddler-approved list of the 40 best…
Graco SlimFit3 LX 3-in-1 Car Seat Review: A Mom’s Honest Thoughts
For parents who have more than one child, or families with smaller cars, it quickly becomes clear that convertible car seats can be large, bulky, and difficult to maneuver. Fortunately, there are a number of great car seat models, like the Graco SlimFit3 LX 3-in-1, that are durable, comfortable, and slim enough to fit three-across…
The 50 Best Gifts for Three-Year-Old Boys
In our attempts as parents to find the best presents for toddler boys over the years, we’ve found some that are major hits — and some that are serious misses. Based on our experiences with toys, games, and other fun toddler gear, we’ve rounded up the 50 best gifts for three-year-old boys, all loved by…
The Best Baby Hiking Backpack Carriers (We Tested Them All!)
As an avid hiker, before, I became a parent, I knew that I still wanted to hit the trail as often as possible after having my baby. Beginning at his third month of age, our first hike involved a soft carrier before graduating to one with a frame, which provides more support and better weight…
The 10 Best Artipoppe Dupes
Dear mammas (and pappas and nonbinary parents), I know you love the patterns of Artipoppe carriers or maybe you’re drawn in by the fit and the beautiful fabrics, but oh my gosh, that price tag! With carriers that start at $370, it can be tough to make an investment that large into something that you’re…
Deuter Kid Comfort Pro – Worth it? My Honest Review
As an avid hiker (and parent), I found myself in a dilemma when it came to choosing the perfect child carrier for our outdoor adventures. I started off with the Osprey Poco LT, but decided to spice things up a bit and rented the Deuter Kid Comfort Pro carrier for a hiking week in Sedona….
Is the Ergobaby Aerloom Worth It? I Tried it to Find Out!
The Ergobaby Aerloom is a carrier so lightweight it feels like wearing air – at least that’s how it’s marketed. And it’s not just about being light. The built-in airflow is mean to eliminate those sweaty struggles on those summer strolls – just breezy, comfy cuddles. It’s also a super lightweight carrier which makes it…