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6th Birthday Gifts

Finding the perfect gift for a 6-year-old can be a delightful challenge, because kids this age have really started to hone in on their own personal interests. If you are looking for a good gift for a 6 year old, we have attended several 6th birthday parties and this list includes the items that were the favorite gifts across boys and girls for this age! Whether you are looking for games, arts and crafts or activities, this round up should have you covered.

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Thanksgiving Books

Thanksgiving is a great time to introduce your kids to books about giving thanks. Here is a roundup of my favorite Thanksgiving books for kids that are perfect for sparking gratitude and joy. These books help to celebrate the holiday and its values in a way that’s just right for little ones whether they are babies or older kids there are options for all ages, all rooted in being thankful.

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Birthday Interview Questions

When my son was 3 we started the tradition of the “Birthday Interview". My husband and I sit down with our kids on their birthdays and ask them a list of questions and film their responses. It is so special to watch your kid’s answers change throughout the years, along with their little voices and mannerisms. I know we will cherish these videos forever and look back at them one day so grateful we have them.

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Experience Gift Guides

We can all likely agree we have a lot of "stuff" and sometimes the best gifts aren't actually products. Kids can especially get overwhelmed during the holidays opening tons of presents and what better way to curb this craze than by gifting a unique experience. Here is a list of some of my favorite experiences or non-gift gifts to buy someone on your list this holiday season for kids and adults!

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Gift Guide for Couples + Families

People often ask for good gifts for families and couples. I prefer to have an experience over an actual gift myself! We polled our community last year and got some great inspiration for both gifts and experiences ranging from small to big!

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White Elephant Gift Guide

I was shocked at how many requests I had last year for white elephant gift ideas. While I am personally not a huge fan of these gifts that don't always get good use, it is always an overwhelming request to include it in gift guides! I asked the community last year to weigh in on gifts they have given or have received that would be perfect for white elephant gifts. A mix of silly, stupid and useful!

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Birthday Gifts for Kids You Don't Know Well

When your kids start daycare or school, they are often invited to several birthday parties of classmates. As the parent, you may not know the child and their interests that well so I have compiled a list of go- to gifts that are all $40 and under and can become your default gifts. If you really want to be prepared, stock up on a few of these so when the time comes you aren't scrambling to get a gift the day of!

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Toddler Sports Gear

If you are in that era where you have a curious toddler but haven't gotten to the point where they are old enough for a lot of organized sports yet, here is a round up of some gear to get them exposed to some of the basics.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father's Day falls early this year on June 16th! Men are hard to shop for, but when you find quality products they like, many times I find myself buying multiple pairs of things for my husband. Custom gifts are always a cute idea to gift from kids too that they will love taking part in gifting. Outside of this round up, my husband always appreciates experience gifts like tickets to a concert, sporting event or an organized golf outing with friends!

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C-Section Recovery Essentials

I had a planned C-Section with my third child due to placenta previa. I am not going to sugar coat that it was easy, but like anything the challenges of it seem so distant as time goes on. There were a handful of essentials that were a game changer for my comfort and healing in the first few weeks after delivery. While everyone has different experiences, these were the must have items for me that I would recommend and why!

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Mother’s Day Gifts

Mother's Day is just a month away! Whether you are a Mom yourself or looking to shop for someone in your life, here is a round up of some of my favorite products for Moms of all ages. Outside of these ideas, an experience gift is always one of the best ways to spoil a Mom. My husband gets my car detailed each year and it is honestly one of my favorite traditions - other ideas include a spa day, night away, tickets to a show or house cleaners!

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Restaurant Essentials for Kids

I don't enter a restaurant without a zip pouch of essentials to keep them entertained until the kiddie cocktails and french fries show up. We all know the crappy crayons they hand out will break and only entertain them for so long. Here are some of my favorite products that are forever packed in my diaper bag and car for these family meals!

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