KIDS

This Colorful Swoon-Worthy Nursery Is Totally DIY-able Anjelika Temple here, Chief Creative Officer at Brit + Co and brand new mom to little Miss Anokhi Paranjpe Temple! During the weeks leading up to the arrival of my little one, I nested hard. I did weird things like re-organize the freezer and I did things that are actually helpful like sorting her clothes by size. And obvs I DIY’ed my little heart out to make her nursery a cozy and colorful space, albeit a small one. I teamed up with Jo-Ann to create four pieces of DIY decor that can easily be personalized to fit any nursery vibe. Read on to see what I made and how it all came together. (BTW, shout-out to Anokhi Temple for knocking out her first photo shoot at exactly two weeks old!) First things first, inspiration! My husband David and I knew we wanted to create all custom decor for the nursery, and I specifically wanted to make the most of it out of soft materials. I liked the idea of of everything being handmade, t...

You’re somewhere between hitting after-hours clubs and buying a minivan. Maybe you’re worried about approaching the age where you’ll have trouble getting pregnant, or it could be that a bunch of your friends just had their first babies and they’re looking pretty dang cute. Whatever the reason,  you’re starting to think that it might actually be time to have a kiddo of your own. But before you pull the goalie or defrost those frozen eggs, check out these must-ask questions that may help you decide whether you’re completely ready to take on the cost of raising a kid and experience the truths of motherhood firsthand. 1. Are you all about “me time?” Sundays are your time. You put your cell on silent, crawl under the covers, and spend the day with your BFF Netflix. If you just can’t imagine giving up lazy weekends, nights out, or the opportunity to sit and read a book completely and totally uninterrupted, you might need some time before starting the baby-making process. But ...

Hey supermom, when you’re in a relationship, you don’t have to go it alone for all three trimesters. Regardless of what age you’re getting pregnant, your other half isn’t just a random bystander: They’re by your side and ready to help. But even though your S.O. wants to pitch in, that doesn’t mean they know what you want them to do, so speak up! Check out how your partner can help you stay calm during pregnancy - and how you can let them know exactly what you need. 1. Go to the grocery store. Ah, there’s nothing like walking around on hard tile floors while pushing an overflowing cart for an hour or so. Really. Nothing. Now add on your bulging belly, an aching back, and swollen feet: even more fun! We get it - you’re super-picky about what you eat, and someone has to buy the ingredients to make those peanut butter and pickle sandwiches you’ve been dreaming about… but it doesn’t have to be you. With your food cravings in mind, write out a list, text it to bae, and let someone ...