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55 Handpicked Baby Names That Start With Jer [+ Meanings!]
On the hunt for great baby names that start with Jer? Then this list is for you. Below you’ll find 55 handpicked name ideas beginning with Jer. Unlike those other lists you’ll find with hundreds of names but most of them unusable, I personally curated this list so that every name is truly wearable. I…
55+ Baby Names That Start With OL [Boys, Girls & Neutral]
Looking for great baby names that start with OL? Then look no further because this list of 55 names with OL has something for everyone, including ol- names for boys, girls and unisex options. Unlike other lists you may find with hundreds of names but many of them unusable, I personally handpicked the names below…
Reddit’s 20 Best Parenting Hacks for Babies & Toddlers
Confession: a lot of the parenting advice I used to survive pregnancy and the newborn phase came from Reddit. Reddit parentings hacks have personally made my life a lot easier and I appreciate the real parents sharing their insights. What should I do when my toddler won’t brush his teeth? I’m off to Reddit. What’s…
5T vs. 5 vs. XS Size Clothing: Are They the Same?
Confused about the difference between the kids clothing sizes 5T, 5 and XS? Then this guide to 5T/5 sizes is for you. I’m a trained researcher who has written extensively about baby and toddler clothing size quirks. I do these deep-dives sizing issues to save you time and help you more easily find the right…
What Is Winnie Short For? 27 Full Names for Winnie
Love the nickname Winnie but aren’t sure what Winnie is short for? Then this list is for you! If you’re not sold on Winifred or Edwina, check out these 27 full names for the nickname Winnie, each with notes about their origins and style. Winnie fits in well with other popular grandma-revival names like Sadie…
17 Kids’ Books About Fire Trucks & Firefighters That Sizzle
Looking for new book ideas perfect for a fire truck loving kid? Check out these children’s books about fire trucks, firefighting and firefighters that kids will be stoked about (pun intended!). Like any good toddler, our kid is singular in his focus. The boy loves a vehicle. And top of the list are trucks of all…
Huggies vs. Target Up & Up Diaper Review (+ Real Life Testing!)
Huggies vs. Target Up & Up — who makes the better diaper? If you’re unsure if Huggies are worth the extra cost compared to store-brand Up & Up diapers then read on. Below you’ll find a very in-depth analysis of Huggies Little Snugglers vs. Target Up & Up diapers. What makes this review different from…
Ultimate Pampers vs. Huggies Guide (Visuals & Real Testing)
Pampers vs. Huggies — who makes the better diaper? If you’re unsure how the two biggest names in diapers differ, then this analysis is for you. This review is based on actual real life testing on our actual real life baby, which surprisingly can’t be said about a lot of reviews these days. I’m a…