Got an old hand-me-down pack and play from a sibling or friend?
Maybe you found a good deal on a Pack ‘N Play at Goodwill or the Salvation Army?
That’s great! These things are super expensive new, so whenever you can save a few bucks on baby stuff, that’s money that can go towards endless refills of diapers and wipes.
But are old Pack and Plays actually safe? Do Pack and Plays expire, the way car seats do?
There’s a lot of baby stuff you don’t need.
And then there’s Aquaphor.
You will absolutely need lots and lots of diaper cream for your baby, and Aquaphor will be your main Go-To for everyday use.
But when you’re shopping or building your registry, you’ll probably end up wondering:
What’s the difference between Aquaphor vs Aquaphor Baby? Are they the same thing with the same ingredients?
If you’ve got kids of any age, your summer plans should absolutely include as many pool days as possible.
There’s no better way to get everyone outside, away from screens, staying active, and having fun!
But beware. Pool days can be an “easy win” for parents, but they still require some forethought and planning.
So here’s my complete guide to family pool days, and everything you need to know about taking kids, babies, and toddlers to the pool.
There’s a podcast I listen to called One Life, One Chance, hosted by hardcore singer Toby Morse, an explicitly positive person who’s a straight-edge vegan who sees the best in people.
And at the end of every interview, he asks, “do you have any regrets?”
Some say yes, and others say no, that the path they’re on is theirs alone, complete with its successes and failures.
I cannot relate to this. Like, at all.
Every single time he asks about regrets, my mind does one of those montages of moments where I die inside, pinpointing my fuckups, leaving me wishing certain things were different, curious what my life would be like had I played situations a little smarter.
I know I can’t change the past, but the past has come collecting its tax more than once. And because of those hard-knock lessons, I’ve learned to think critically and strategically when it comes to being a parent, for better or worse.
Mister Anderson…
My mind immediately goes to Agent Smith from the Matrix movies. Sorry, can’t help it!
But you’re here for baby names, not Keanu Reeves movies.
And Anderson has so many great options, so let’s not delay any further.
Here are some of the best boy and girl names that sound good with the last name Anderson.
WILLLLLSONNNNNNN!
I can’t think of this last name without immediately going to the Tom Hanks classic, Castaway.
But you’re not here for movie quotes. You’re here for baby names.
And with a name like Wilson, you have plenty of options!
So let’s get right into some of the best boy and girl first names that sound good with the last name Wilson.
Take a look, in a book…
I love taking my kids to the library. For so many reasons.
For starters, I’ve noticed a strong correlation between how easy it is to get my 8-year-old to go to bed and how excited she is about what she’s reading before she falls asleep. Keeping her with a healthy supply of good books that she got to pick out is absolutely critical!
Our little one likes going, too. There’s just so much to see and do (and try to destroy).
Let’s get into all the benefits and my complete guide to taking kids, toddlers, and even babies to the library.
Play Ball!
If you’re thinking about taking your kids to a baseball game, I only have one thing to say…
… great idea!
Baseball is the perfect family sporting event to attend with the kiddos, for so many reasons. Regardless of what you think of the actual sport itself, EVERYONE can have a good time at a warm and sunny MLB game.
All it takes is a little prep and a few pro tips.
So here’s my full guide to taking kids, toddlers, and babies to a baseball game.
Hey, Garcias!
You’re in luck. You have one of the most popular last names in the entire world, and that just so happens to make it sound good with just about anything.
However, if you’re looking to name a new baby, that doesn’t exactly help you narrow it down. So allow me to help.
Here are some of the best boy and girl first names that sound good with the last name Garcia.
Taking your kids to the mall might sound like a nightmare.
Surely they’ll be begging for toys and sweets the entire time, right?
Well, maybe. But if you’re not regularly going to the mall with your kids on rainy days you’re completely missing out on a fantastic parenting hack!
IF, that is, you do it right.
So here’s my complete guide to taking young kids (babies, toddlers, and more) to the mall.
