Shopping

When I posted a question about family sofas on Instagram, my DMs exploded. So many parents chimed in with stories of sofas they regretted buying: Annoying cushions, terrible fabrics, and buttons that popped off on Day Two. It seemed that no one was happy with their purchases. Clearly, this was a subject worthy of a Cubby buying guide!So, I called in the experts: Designers who are parents and everyday moms and dad like me and you.

Give wallpaper a chance!

A toddler bed is a very worthwhile investment, especially if your kid has a small room!

Everything you need to know to buy your child’s first real bed.

We've got great advice (and recommendations!) for buying a big kid mattress that's just right for your kid.

When we set out to launch Cubby last fall, we wanted to help parents live better, more connected lives at home. Each week in the newsletter we bring you ideas for how to eat, live, and play. Today, we launch our very first buying guide, and you can expect them regularly from here out. In our buying guides, we’ll give you in-depth advice about the big-ticket items you might need to purchase for your home.

For many Cubby readers, there’s a good chance you’ve already bought your first crib, but for those who are on the cusp of parenthood or who are in the market for a new baby bed, this guide will tell you everything you need to know about buying a crib today.A crib is a critical decision in your baby’s nursery because it is the anchor piece of furniture in the room, says Emma Beryl, an interior designer based in New York and New Orleans.

Everything you need to know about lunch containers, lunchboxes, water bottles, and other accessories for a well-packed school lunch!

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

It's time to get cozy.

They’ll be snug as a bug in these sheets!

They're a great choice for younger children, because they’re whimsical without being too ‘kiddie.’

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

All a step up from just putting a mattress on the floor!

A removable guard rail can keep little sleepers from rolling off the mattress while they sleep, but before you buy one, there are safety things to look for.

We went down a deep dive of gorgeous toddler beds — here's the best of the best.

Animals and color and polka dots, oh my!

Your child will be off to fantasy land!

Each pick is both functional and cute!

Whether you’re on your last child or expecting your first baby, I don’t have to tell you how quickly things can accumulate. As I gear up for my first, my zen bedroom is getting more and more cluttered by the minute, my kitchen counters are already littered with childproof dinnerware, and my living room is slowly morphing into a play area.