Madeline Livingston

Shopping for a one year old? Check out my list of practical, fun, and educational gifts that both babies and parents will love!

If I could go back and make my first baby registry all over again, these are the first twenty items I would add - our most used and most loved products for our littles.

As a former preschool teacher turned stay-at-home mom, I'd like to think of myself as an expert when it comes to play! I'm passionate about toys and books that inspire learning and imagination, and I know which toys preschoolers will return to again and again. If you're looking for the perfect gift for a preschooler in your life, look no further!

Looking for your next favorite novel for beach reading or book club discussion? If you love literary fiction, relationship-driven novels, family sagas, and redemptive story arcs, this list is for you! Exquisitely written, compelling, and full of delightful characters, these are stories that will stick with you long after you turn the last page.

These are the board books our littles have picked from the shelf most often, and the ones we don't mind reading them on repeat! If you're looking for the best books for babies and toddlers to add to your shelf, this list is for you.

I love some good suspense, but I'm also a wimp and I like being able to fall asleep at night! I'm always trying to find mysteries and thrillers with that perfect level of intrigue, sans all the gore and grizzle, and now I'm sharing my favorite finds with you.

Hoping to create a nostalgic summer for your kids full of slow days, simple joys, and lots of time outside? This list is for you!

I love filling our home with simple, high-quality toys that invite imaginative play and creativity. These are our tried-and-true favorites - the toys that are most versatile across ages and interests, and the ones my kids reach for again and again!

Here's some of our favorite gear for outdoor fun with our little adventurers. Check out this list to find everything you'll need for creeking, rainy day romps, muddy play, nature exploration, and more.

We decided to cloth diaper with our first baby, and we have learned a lot along the way. If you're interested in cloth diapering but feel intimidated, I've been there before, and I'd love to help you feel more confident! Below you'll find the products we've used and loved along with the tips I share with any new mom ready to embark on the cloth diaper journey.

A curated list of my favorite baby girl fashion from high-quality and affordable children's clothing brands. A magical childhood deserves a magical wardrobe. Here you'll find vintage-inspired styles in soft, feminine hues with pops of bright color and whimsy sprinkled throughout.

I love making non-toxic and low-tox swaps in our home wherever I can. I’m also on a budget and want to embrace what’s healthy and wholesome with joy instead of fear. If that sounds like you, this list is for you! From all-purpose cleaners to all-natural fibers, these are the low-tox products we love in our home.