As a young girl, some of the best hours I spent were with my books. I loved Nancy Drew, Anne of Green Gables and Island of the Blue Dolphins , just to name a few. But these picks aren't appropriate for Dylan, my 5-year old little guy. So over time and many library stops, together we've formulated...

As a first-time mom, I had no idea what to register for as I felt like I was drowning in a sea of babydom. But one thing I was sure of .... bring on the books! My best shower was when guests were asked to bring their children's book as a gift. I knew I wanted to raise a little reader, but let's...

I'm having an eco-friendly baby shower. We'll serve healthy, organic food on real dishes. On the (recycled paper) invitations, guests are encouraged to forgo traditional wrapping paper and instead use blankets, boxes, or nothing at all. They'll also be encouraged to donate their own gently...

Abby and my mother

Abby

Okay, I have a few questions about baby showers, since I am a first time mom and have never been to a baby shower I don't know much about them. First of all since I'm due in December, and want to have the baby shower before all of the holidays, is October a good month for the shower to be? Also...