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After six months of breastmilk and 8 months of formula, we're moving on to cow's milk in our house which seems like a bit of a milestone. We are on our very last container of formula and we can't t...
Baby showers vary from casual get-togethers to high tea, and this one leans strongly to the latter. It's an elegant shower that also happens to be for women only. We find ourselves vacillating back ...
Cory Godbey has been rounding up some fantastic work from some truly inspiring artists lately. People are coming out of the woodwork to showcase work inspired by Where The Wild Things Are and ...
Creating a shared nursery in a small space isn't easy, and making it gender-neutral is even more difficult. Take a tip from this gender-neutral shared nursery - use black and white....
What better way to celebrate the three-ring circus of parenthood than with a circus-themed baby shower? That was the thinking behind this party, organized by Kristen of Simply Grove and her frien...
We've always been quite fond of Little Red Riding Hood -- her rebellious nature fascinated us, even as a child. Sure most people thought she was daft, she thought she was daring. We've rounded ...
Q: I just bought this white table and chairs for my toddler daughter. (larger pic below the jump) I'm looking for little seat cushions that would fit on these 11.5" square chairs. I can't find anythin...
This question doesn't actually seem so ridiculous to us. Many months ago when our son was a newborn we remarked to a friend that we were looking forward to the day when his intelligence surpassed t...
We walked into a design showroom yesterday and this window display stopped us in our tracks. Literally. The side of us that wants to support artisans wanted to buy it on the spot. But the d...
Browsing Etsy for items that fit into this month's "Learning at Home" theme turned up some fun items, and after all, learning should be fun right? ...
Back to the baby and kid line of beloved Method products: a new critter design! This time it's the penguin......
We spotted this incredibly fun and summer-y idea, perfect for our next cookout. It's a keg made from a watermelon!...
The quintessential Waldorf doll is made from the softest wool and natural fabrics, and has a neutral face which encourages natural open-ended play. Who wouldn't love to snuggle up with one of these c...
Name: Noah
Birthday: First
Greeting: Noah just turned 1. As you can see he thoroughly enjoyed his 1st Birthday party! He is all boy and constantly on the move. He loves people, being outside, rearrang...
We love walking into someone's home and seeing their kids' artwork proudly displayed. The idea pictured above is particularly clever because the hanging clips make adding and swapping art a snap. ...
Bring the wind chimes inside. Last weekend we picked up a miniature set of wind chimes to hang in the doorway to our baby's room. We let her reach up and give them a ring on our way in out of her ro...
In our many searches through Flickr, we often come across a photo or two from a users youth. We found a few bedrooms that made us a bit nostalgic. Our kids won't have old yellowing photos wi...
So you've seen a clever and pretty way to reuse glass baby food jars. But what about baby bottles? We have quite an assortment, both plastic and glass, that we would hate to toss. Reader Tracy sent...
One of the cornerstones of the Montessori method is teaching young children to take care of themselves and their environment. To do this, Dr. Maria Montessori emphasized the importance of providing ag...
We spotted this image, which is part of a feature on the Krzentowski Residence, in Paris, and just fell in love with this wall art grouping.
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Q: My husband and I will be welcoming a little girl in November and we are starting to gather together the things we need to decorate her nursery. We were given a beautiful armoire that we would love ...
We believe children should be surrounded by books whether they belong to the library or to your family. But storing books can be a problem in small homes. At our place we recently conceded to...
These great little paper owls have been floating around the internet all week, but just in case you missed them, we wanted to bring them to your attention. They're super easy to assemble and best of...
The debate rages on about the "playpen" aka playard/pack 'n play. Over on Slate.com, Tom Vanderbilt does an excellent job of exploring the playpen- from its history to its place in modern parenting, ...
Not that your kids necessarily need the cutest kitchen tools in the world in order to help you at mealtime...but this line by Christopher Raia Studio definitely adds some flare and charm to car...
Half the fun of a child's birthday party is the planning and preparation. We've played hosts and guests to many a fun affair and we're already thinking about what we'll do next year. We've been wrac...
The classic digital clock taken to the next level as it gives a nod to both neon signs and minimal chic. What a great addition this would be to your nursery or bedroom.
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Name: Camryn Sophia
Birthday: Fourth
Greeting: I would love to send a Big Happy Birthday to the baby of our family, Camryn Sophia, aka our little Boogie Bear. Happy 4th Birthday silly girl, we love yo...
If you or your kids have ever witnessed a bird crash into your window, you know it can be traumatic for you and the bird. One way to prevent this is to break up the reflection which helps birds kn...
We love how this blue on blue nursery is turning out. Blue tree on a blue wall, blue rocker, blue night stand. If done correctly, using one color can be very soothing and a great way to go in the nu...
Land of Nod has some great pieces, but they can feel a high in price, especially if you're trying to work within a budget. Enter the Mojo play table. It seduced us with it's modern lines and ...
A picnic, playdate or party at our house usually results in several empty juice boxes. We've already showed you a great way to reuse your glass baby food jars. How about scheduling your own regatta ...
A hat tip to Ohdeedoh reader Elizabeth for tipping us off to these task chairs for young children. "Childshape" isn't just a catchy name. The manufacturer used the measurements of thousands of childre...
Since our inception, we have loved hearing from all of our readers as well as reaching out to several in the blog community. You are mothers, fathers, wives, husbands all writing about your families,...
Q: My family is going abroad for the academic year starting next fall while my husband & I take our sabbaticals. I've heard of apartment swap services, but was wondering if there are any that cater to...
More than any other designer, Amy Butler's fabrics show up in your children's rooms, nurseries and homes as bedding, curtains, pillows, bags, quilts, slipcovers, and lots, lots more. Now (drum...
It's not often a toy stops us in our tracks and has us wishing we had one when we were younger. When it comes to these wooden cable cars, all we could think about was the "mountains" they wou...
We wrote about this illuminated globe last week, but we're even more excited about the Orbis World Globe. It uses actual NASA satellite images for true accuracy and the cities light up when you turn...
We covered this Danish Playtray design earlier in the summer, and now it's passed the US pre-order stage. It is now available for US and Canadian residents for the long haul......
Seeing this really brought back childhood memories. (Ms. McCarthy - are you out there?) Have you ever played with a felt board?...
Last week, a reader sent in a question asking for suggestions on how to incorporate a steampunk look into her son's room. Well, we found these fantastic steampunk-inspired Star Wars figures that are ...
Name: Sahsa
Birthday: First
Greeting: Happy 1st birthday to our Sasha! From a little lump, Sasha is quickly becoming an amazing, smart and funny little girl. We're looking forward to a birthday cele...
We were looking through some photos from our sons' first few weeks the other day and couldn't believe how much he's grown and changed the past year. So we were especially tickled to come across thi...
These would certainly be the centerpiece at any party or shower. They could also serve as placeholders with a place on each mat to write the guest's name....
Community Playthings is a great place to pick up sturdy, school grade furniture and toys that are often found in classrooms, but have a clean and classic styling that makes them a perfect fit f...
Despite the longer days, summer always feels too short. Ever since the kids came along, we've had a (growing) list of fun activities and trips planned for each summer. A good and fun idea for the ki...
Proving that you don't need a lot of room to create a special place for enjoying books, Ohdeedoh reader Patti sent us these photos of the sweet reading nook she created using pillows on the floor...
What would Barbie's home look like if she were a real person? We suspect it would look something like Jonathan Adler's vision he created in this Malibu Barbie Dream House.
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Q: This might be a very silly/obvious question...but I really like the crib in this picture (larger pic below the jump). Any idea what it is or where to get something similar? (I like the two-toned-n...
Did the films of John Hughes make us better parents? This intriguing question was posed over on Parent Dish where they're wondering whether our generation's scorn at the clueless parents in Hu...
Yesterday we rounded up some of our favorite chairs for kids and just like many of you, we're not always into paying designer prices, no matter how cute something is.
But Ohdeedoh reader Katie, in...
There usually comes a time when your child is ready to give up that special toy or stuffed animal, but you can capture it in the form of artwork! In just 2 weeks, you can have an affordable, custom ...
With our focus this month on learning at home, we searched through past great posts to bring you different ideas and spaces where reading and writing are the focus. We've got great "writer's w...
In the past, there's been much discussion about safety and the use of bumpers in the crib here at Ohdeedoh. Crib bedding sold in sets includes crib bumpers, but how do incorporate them into the nurse...
We recently caught a few minutes of the movie In the Land of Women and, after having blue rooms on the brain, we were smitten with the bedroom of one of the characters in the movie.
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Name: Silas
Birthday: One
"I can't believe it has already been a year. Silas has brought us so much joy! He is a wonderful, happy baby..."
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Parents-to-be Morgan and Scott wrote in to share their marvelous crib project. They call it a "hack" - we call it an upgrade! They were inspired by some of the Ikea Gulliver makeovers they'v...
If you're looking for a bed that's modern, well-made, and endlessly versatile, Pluunk may be just what you're seeking. Designed by UCArchitect, an architecture firm that focuses on sustainability...
One of the easiest ways we know to bring a group of mis-matched photos that don't seem to be blending color wise, it to take them black and white! It makes, what could look like a circus of colors, ...
Any strange or unique kid collections out there? From coins to beer bottle caps, we enjoyed collecting as a kid. Collecting seems to be such a natural inclination for children, and it's also such a ...
XOXO! We've always found needlepoint, sewing and tapestry work to be quite soothing and recently spotted these adorable tapestry sets which can be a great project for you and your 'tween to create t...
Q: I am LOVING this bedding from Anthropology, but I am not loving the price tag. Especially for kids! Has anyone seen something similar out there that isn't so pricey? I want to stick with the ne...
Although it's somewhat counterintuitive, new parents are told (and eventually come to experience and believe) that an overtired baby or infant won't sleep well. We can't tell you how many times we'...
For the tots who are still in need of a pint size place to park their tiny hineys, we've rounded up 10 fabulous side chairs that could be great additions to your spaces. They'd make a perfect...
Children's nicknames and ages: Sweet Pea (12), Sparkly (8), Peanut (4), and Doodlebug (1)
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
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We don't homeschool, but we draw endless inspiration from many...
Available from Back to Basics, this "power house" brings science projects and home life together for the eco-curious kid (ages 12 and up). The kit helps kids discover the ways energy can be created fr...
We were at a friend's daughter's first birthday party this past weekend and snapped a shot of this IKEA play table and chairs in the playroom. ...
Last summer your child wanted to be a lifeguard. The summer before that they were the captain of a cruise ship. What will it be this summer, huh? Summertime always seems to bring out a sense of f...
Calling all fun guys -- and fun girls! What is it about the mushroom that makes for a such a charming and winsome addition to a room? Sure they are just fungi, but they also have a magical elem...
Name: Max Everly
Birthday: First
Greeting: Big birthday shout out to Max Everly!Max celebrated his first birthday in San Diego with a mexican fiesta complete with a taco truck straight from Mexico, a ...
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