To us, Anthropologie means some fun finds and fresh prints. It’s the source of some of our favorite wardrobe staples. Everything is pretty, everything is distinctive and not typical. If you still need something special (or two) for yourself or your teen, see our favorites below. You might just think, “Oohh…I like that!”
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Keep Track of Your Boys on Purim With an AirTag
With his consent, you can keep track of where your son is spending his time on Purim. At some point in a boy’s teenage years, we moms have to let go and let him do the “group” thing on Purim. They dress up and go all around town singing, dancing, laughing, and raising money for…
Genius Ways to Supplement Your Son’s Education
Boys (and girls!) can benefit when there’s fun learning resources available at home. These are tried-and-true ways to pique his interest. Editor’s Note: A few months ago, one reader wrote to us, “This is just a suggestion of something I’d love to see–and I’m sure others would too. I have a bunch of boys that…
Tips for Soft, Natural Makeup for Teens
Soft, minimalistic makeup isn’t only for teens so listen up! Before we start with the actual makeup picks, the first step in any makeup routine is to keep your skin clean and hydrated. Invest in a gentle cleanser and use it nightly. Cetaphil is a fabulous, all-purpose option. If you have very sensitive skin, you…
Every Child Can Benefit: Ohel’s New Resilience Workbook
Ohel’s brand-new resilience workbook for children couldn’t have come at a better time. Learn all about ‘Inner Space,’ below. You’ve heard us speak about Ohel before: Ohel Children’s Home and Family Services is the umbrella organization that services the Jewish community with mental health support. Read all about what they do in our previous round-up…
Playdate Etiquette 101
Do we need to be more mindful when hosting other children, or sending our children to a friend to play? Our readers respond. I had this great idea for a post: let’s give parents and their children the tools to be the best hosts and guests on play dates. But then I realized I might…
SBT: The Best Way To Unwind After A Long Day
You’ve never heard of SBT? Nope, it’s not a new therapy! It’s Scheduled Boredom Time. Here’s why it’s important. Ask any Mom (or any kid!) out there, being bored is the worst! Polling the mothers, bored means annoying siblings, kvetching, and the dreaded, ‘There’s nothing to do!’ And polling the kids, bored is a feeling…
Is Your 11-12 Year Old Son Overbearing? It’s a Stage.
And we knew it’s helpful to know if you’ve never experienced it before. When one of our friends mentioned that her son had been acting difficult lately, we all grinned and nodded. Of course. We hated that stage. Been there, done that. We all have big kids and little kids and we’ve seen all the…
We Picked Some of the Best Modest Skirts on Amazon
With midi skirts more popular than ever, these tried and true styles are available on Amazon in no time (and at great prices)! It seems we’re always looking for more skirts. Basic, a bit stylish, comfortable, washable, dressy – there’s always something on the list. Especially when you have teenagers. So we decided to turn…
Where to Find Tod-Like Driving Moccasins for Less
You love the look of those summery, pastel-colored, comfortable penny loafers. Perhaps you don’t like the price. You may have spotted suede or leather penny loafers / driver loafers / penny moccasins (whatever you want to call them!) peeking out of maxi skirts all over town. They come in the prettiest, summer-worthy colors. They’re more…