A letter to my daughter on her first birthday...
Dear Sadie, Happy 1st Birthday my sweetest girl! It was exactly a year ago I was pushing you out into this world. And now, wow, you are a girl….
What to bring to the hospital from real moms
We talked to some of our moms to find out their must-have items for the hospital during labor/delivery and their maternity stay…
A Mom's Perspective on the Ultimate Baby Book Process
My Ultimate Baby Book has quickly become one of my prized possessions, and I want to let other parents know how easy it is to put the book together
Five Unique Baby Gifts That Will Delight Your Recipient
Is it just me, or does it seem like there's a nearly never-ending schedule of baby showers these days? They're such special events, but it can feel hard to bring a gift that's not the standard Diaper Genie, stuffed animal, or cute pajamas. That's why I've rounded up five great ideas that are a little more personal, and geared towards helping your friend or family member memorialize their new baby's special moments.
The Onesie That Transported Me to My Wedding (Artifacts Part One)
Bumping into artifacts (stuffed animals, clothes, blankets) and photos certainly helps to bring back memories of those moments you weren't able to soak in during the chaos of the early days.
We asked some of our UBB parents what specific items may immediately conjure up a specific memory from when their kiddos were babies or toddlers….
The Birth of The Ultimate Baby Book
One of our team members, Justine, was pregnant, and she was searching for a baby book that would incorporate not just photos and journal entries, but all the important artifacts from her pregnancy and the first year of her baby boy's life. She knew it required a ton of work and expertise on her part to capture the artifacts for a baby book– unfortunately, she didn't have a professional onesie photography studio.
Ditch Mother's/Father's Day Cards…and create the sentiment that will last forever.
When my oldest was 1 1/2 and I was pregnant with my second, I read about the most fabulous family tradition surrounding Mother's and Father's Day cards. Instead of buying a Hallmark card each year for the holidays that gets lost or thrown out…