Posts by Nat
How One Blogger’s Post Made Me Realize I Was Lying to Myself and Everyone Else
Does it ever take reading (or hearing) what someone else is going through to trigger in you that you may be suffering too? Does that make any sense? I’ve never been the most self-aware person. It took me years to realize that I was actually out of shape (college and post) and finally do something…
Read MoreMost Creative Elf of the Shelf Ideas
Four years ago, I went to extreme lengths to come up with Elf on the Shelf ideas. I spent weeks researching, creating and crafting. But it was my job and I was being paid. As a producer on a TV talk show, who assigned herself a segment on creative, out-of-the-box ideas for the little guy,…
Read MoreCheery & Bright Coats
I looked in my coat closet recently and there was a sea of black, brown, gray, tan and navy blue. Not one bold color. It was time to change that. Especially given the current climate and dark days, I needed a pop. Both literally and figuratively. Enter this bright cherry car coat. It instantly lifted…
Read MoreCutest Advent Calendars
One of my favorite holiday memories from childhood is doing an advent calendar each day in December to count down till Christmas. I still love them as an adult and get just excited as Lilly every morning to open it. Do you have yours yet? Perhaps your old one needs an update? Or there’s a…
Read MoreVisions of Sugar PLUM
Whether you call it plum, eggplant, burgundy, aubergine… This season’s hottest shade is a deep, rich shade of purple perfect for fall and winter. Stock up now while Black Friday sales have already begun! Below, we pick the best in women, men and children’s fashion including accessories, beauty, jewelry, shoes… there’s even a stroller and a…
Read MoreThanksgiving Remix
Move over green bean casserole and traditional pumpkin pie. We’ve rounded up some delicious spins on traditional Thanksgiving dishes from women around the web sure to satisfy next Thursday- and beyond! Shall we start with Breakfast?! With these rolls, we should. Who says sweet potatoes have to be served as a side? Whip up these…
Read MoreHappy 2 Years NNA!
Ignore Lilly’s serious side eye. I normally don’t let her even near this many sweets so she’s suspect but… Today’s our birthday! This little site turns two. Last year, we had a huge celebration. This year, we’re being a little more low key. It’s much more our style these days and seems to fit with the…
Read MoreShop Up Boutiques
Last month, I attended a blogger brunch followed by early access to Shop Up, a shopping event in Brooklyn (they also happen throughout the year in Los Angeles and London), comprised of 32 of the most well-curated, independent children’s boutiques put on by the lovely ladies of Babyccino. While there, I had such a fun chat with one…
Read MoreMaking History with Lilly
Or should I say herstory? This is not a political post, it’s a parental one. It doesn’t matter who you voted for or what “side” you’re on, the fact that all of our girls (and boys) will grow up knowing it’s possible for a woman to run for President is a pretty powerful thing. This election,…
Read MoreNat & Zach: Trucks
Nat, Zach and Lilly pass a W.B. Mason truck. Lilly: Mama, is that the President’s truck? Nat: No, Baby, it’s not. Lilly: It looks like Daddy! Nat: I wish your father was on the side of a truck. Then we could afford Mama’s dream home. Zach: Lilly, I wanted to start a food truck years ago…
Read MorePlaid Love
‘Tis the season for bold checks and cozy flannels. To me, nothing screams fall more than some good ole plaid. Whenever I put it on, it automatically makes me happy. But as discussed last year, it extends far more than just the button down shirt. Below our picks for best dresses, skirts, jackets, accessories and…
Read MoreMust Have Leotards
Lilly went back to ballet this year, which called for a few new leotards. I love getting them from Etsy for two reasons. One, I like to support other hard-working, small business mamas over big box stores any day. Two, they’re unique. Like my girl. We got so many compliments on the black and white…
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