It’s 2 days before Mother’s Day…have you bought your mom a gift yet? In the spirit of this holiday, we’re highlighting a few last-minute gift ideas that will make her smile (After all, for what kind of a mom blog would we be if we didn’t?). If she’s been dropping hints that her jewelry box could use some updating, look no further than french Maison Van Cleef & Arpels. Their collection of high-end necklaces, pendants, earrings and bracelets makes a sophisticated statement for any occasion. Choose from an assortment of delicate strands, jeweled studs and more, each design more exquisite than the next… If a new timepiece is more her style, treat her to the time of her life (literally) [&hellip
Mother’s Day gifts Archive
Ask any mom what she really wants this Mother’s Day, and her honest answer may prompt a guilt fest. But seriously, why should any parent (dads included) not have some time to themselves every now and then? With all the responsibilities that come with parenting today, it’s no wonder we all don’t crave a little down time…alone. This Mother’s Day, we’re all for giving Mom some well-earned peace and quiet, courtesy of Cloud b’s Mommy’s Dream Time Gift Set. This all-in-one packaged set contains all the essential elements for a rejuvenating day of rest and relaxation: an extra-soft cotton robe, a lavender-scented eye mask (with removable hot and cold gel packs) and a dream journal in which she can put her thoughts. We think it [&hellip
Ah, Mother’s Day…the early morning wake-up call of kisses and hugs, homemade cards and gifts fashioned from tissue paper and other recycled goods and coupons for “being good all day long”–or as long as they can live to their promises (10 minutes, tops?). While some moms may not admit it, this one will: What I’d really like most for Mother’s Day is…to be left alone. And if that won’t work, then dinner for two would be just lovely (notice how I said “two”?”). While I’m only half-kidding, it’s nice that dads have it easy this year when it comes to making reservations. Thanks to the new app from Savored.com, they don’t even have to talk to a real person if they don’t one to, and [&hellip
Do you have a Mini Me in your house? My almost 8-year-old is (already!) embarrassed to hear people say she looks a bit like me, and yet my preschooler, who’s a dead ringer for my husband, enjoys pretending she’s Mommy. I can’t help but chuckle when she stylishly drapes one of my old silk scarves (now relegated to the dress-up box) across her shoulders, or when she shoves her tootsies into my favorite flats and clomps around the room. I still haven’t given up on my second grader just yet, though. As she slowly starts her descent away from parental influence, I figure maybe I can subtly influence her taste in a few things here and there. Like, for instance, her choice in footwear. Lucky [&hellip
What does your handbag say about you? If you’re a mom, the contents of your purse may reveal more about your day-to-day routine than you’d care to admit: a broken Crayon here, a stray Goldfish there. Let’s face it: As much as we love our kids, it’s nice (and important!) to look and feel like our former selves, right down to our accessories. It’s why we’re thinking the Bucket Bag, from the Bella Tunno Signature Collection Diaper Bags, will be a hit for new moms. Their fashion statement alone is enough to convince us we’re hiding under there, beneath those baby wipes and Cheerios. Besides being attractive, these bags are extremely versatile, featuring removable stroller straps, a wipe-clean exterior and interior and hidden changing pad. [&hellip
With April already half-over, it makes me realize that May is just around the corner. A busy time in our family, both my daughters have birthdays this month, as does my sister. But of course, I would be remiss if I didn’t remember one of the more popular holidays that month: Mother’s Day, of course. While I’d like to think the day is all about me (ha, ha!), I can’t forget about my own mother and mother-in-law. When I’m on the lookout for gifts, plush is always a fun choice and the more endearing and soft, the better. How can you resist the new assortment of cuddly friends from Fiesta? It’s hard to suppress a smile when receiving the lovable “I Love You” Polka Dot [&hellip