Throw a baby shower with help from Party City »

I wasn’t sure it was proper to have a baby shower for my second daughter, but it had been 12 years in between babies, and I didn’t have a lick of baby gear. My friends and family thoughtfully gathered to throw me a sweet party in my own home. It was a joyful occasion and I received everything I needed for little girl #2.

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NCAA March Madness Giveaway!, »

After great consideration, I made my 2011 NCAA bracket and taped it onto my office wall, pinned it to my fridge, and folded a copy to have in my pocket at all times. Some people may not understand, but March Madness is serious business. Unfortunately as the Elite 8 and Final 4 round out this weekend, I have been long defeated in my pool with friends.

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Tooth Fairy 2 Set Visit »

Earlier in March, I had the opportunity to visit the set of Tooth Fairy 2, starring Larry the Cable Guy, in Orlando, FL. With temperatures in Boston hovering around 30 and a good foot of snow still on the ground, it didn’t take much convincing for me to pack my bags and take off for Universal Studios.

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What makes a great party? Just ask Party City! »

Beyond good food and good friends, a good party is all about creativity. I just returned from a weekend in Hilton Head, South Carolina, where Party City put on some of the most creative parties I’ve ever seen. We went to one amazing event after another, designed for kids of all ages and their parents. There was something for everyone.

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Tips for finding a babysitter »

While spending time away from your young children may be difficult at first, as they grow it can become necessary to have a night out once in a while. Unfortunately, not everyone has family or friends close by that are willing or able to babysit so finding a great babysitter becomes a priority. In order to find a babysitter that you trust and you and your kids love, follow these tips:

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Book Review: Stuff Every Husband Should Know »

You successfully navigated years of dating, the anxiety of a proposal, and the stress of a wedding. Time for the smooth sailing to begin? Not so fast. The next step is learning that there are unwritten rules that she knows but won’t directly fill you in on. It’s like the secret code that you tried to decipher on the back of the cereal box as a kid—minus the fact that its far more complicated and doesn’t come with an upside-down answer key.

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Finally! A Diet Soda Just For Guys – Dr. Pepper Ten »

As a modern man, I consider myself open to all things once deemed solely for the female of the species. Activities such as plucking one’s eyebrows, cooking food with expensive cutlery, and of course, watching television shows wherein wealthy housewives behave badly. Ah yes, the modern man finds himself deeply entrenched in areas of life that were once deemed solely for the fairer sex. Alas, the one thing that eluded modern man was a diet soda to call his own.

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Spring Into Next Season’s Trends: T.J. Maxx Spring Preview Event »

Aaah, shopping. Who doesn’t wish for armfuls of cash to use for a shopping spree at a favorite department store? Especially with spring just around the corner, we can almost smell the leather of the new sandals we’ve conjured up in our minds. Key to making our dreams come true are T.J. Maxx and Marshalls. Forget about having to store-hop or spend a fortune- the fabulous folks at TJ Maxx and Marshalls have scoured the market to bring fashionistas the best and brightest in today’s fashion, all at a fraction of the cost of those department stores we so hate to love.

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Eliminate Mealtime Woes with Kid-Friendly Recipes from No Whine with Dinner »

The addition of one wrong ingredient can turn a painstakingly cooked meal for kids into a disaster. Notorious for their picky eating habits, kids tend to make meal planning difficult thanks to their adamant refusals to come close to anything that even resembles a vegetable.

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LEGO Universe update: a brand new world! »

Do you know about LEGO Universe? If you don’t, here’s a quick explanation: LEGO Universe is an awesome MMOG (massively multi-player on-line game) that allows you to create your very own LEGO avatar, explore awesome worlds and interact with other players. You can learn more about it by reading my blog post about LEGO Universe.

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Ralph Lauren Baby Layette Collection »

Ralph Lauren designs classic wardrobe staples for all ages, but I personally adore what they create for baby. I love seeing their iconic styles and silhouettes made just for our cute little ones. Featuring a range of sizes from newborn to nine months, the Ralph Lauren Layette collection offers baby essentials with that stylish Ralph Lauren look. From body suits to separates, luxurious blankets to booties, the Layette collection feature timeless pieces you and your baby will enjoy (and hopefully pass along to other babies in the family!)

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