Cara Strickland

Did you know it takes 90 days to make one Sophie?

I’ve thought way too much about play kitchen accessories over the years, but my research has paid off.

Classic and good-looking, these play kitchens are made to last for years.

I don’t care that it does only one thing, I love that it does that one thing so very well. 

I couldn’t believe that this trick actually – truly, completely! – worked.

These diapers are hailed as the "yoga pants of diapers," which spoke to me on a very deep level.

They're growing up, and so is their mattress.

We asked an occupational therapist.

I am clearly the only one who cares, but she’s the only one who needs to find what she’s looking for most of the time.

Maisonette always has great kids' gift ideas.

It was hard to narrow it down, but we managed.

They'll grow with your child, too!

ADHD is very much NOT a one-size-fits-all, but drawing from my own experience, here are some ideas that will hopefully hit the mark for your little one!

Hideaway spots for extra clothes, toys, or just small treasures.

We've got all the tot-sized bedding basics, from sheet sets to adorable duvets, blankets, even a toddler-sized weighted blanket!

From cute to dramatic, and everything in between.

I wouldn't even mind carrying some of these!

All timeless, durable, and nice to look at. Win!

If it's not your thing, it's not your thing.

Forget the oven.

Close Pinterest, seriously.

"I hadn’t realized the space that decision was taking up in my mind until it was gone."

If I hadn’t known that I was eating beans, I’d have thought that it was chocolate pudding.

From the best high chairs down to my favorite bento box for playground snacks, here are my must-haves for kids in the kitchen.

Save tons of money, while also customizing to your heart's content. (Try the chocolate version of an extra-special lunchtime treat!)

Mulled wine, witches' brews, layered candy corn punch and so many more Halloween-ready drinks.

They may not say it aloud — but these practical gifts are what new parents REALLY need.

This piece was created for Cubby, our weekly newsletter for families at home. Want more? Sign up here for a weekly splash of fun and good ideas for families with kids. Join us over on Instagram for more! As a food writer with shiny object syndrome, I’d always wanted a sous vide machine. But when my husband bought me one for Christmas when I was pregnant with our daughter, I was too nauseated to consider playing with it for months.