Looking for the right comforter that’s cozy and warm – but not too warm? A request we very often get from readers is for down duvet recommendations. And while this is definitely an item where a splurge can be worth it, there are lots of options out there. So we put the question to our…
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Updated! 13 Gifts That Any Host Will Appreciate
Even the one that “has everything” We at BCP know what it’s like being a guest (scrambling to figure out what to bring) and what it’s like being the host, receiving said gifts. Anything is appreciated, but, there’s a special joy in getting something you really want/love/won’t re-gift. Note: Since we first published this post,…
Succos Decor from Shein
There’s lots of creative options at great prices. You may have to be creative and use your imagination, but you can find lots of ideas to enhance your Sukkah on Shein. For years, we’ve been showing you some great Sukkah decor picks you can find on Amazon (and receive quickly!). Now we’re broadening the options…
Why This is the Best Urn I’ve Ever Used
I’m happy to recommend this one over and over again. I remember when my last urn broke. I wasn’t jumping in to commit to a new one until I found one that had the features that I wanted. I looked at what other people used. I asked questions about what they liked and didn’t like. …
Top School Shoes for Every Budget
Looking for school shoes that are on budget? There’s lots to choose from! Some like to spend on a quality shoe that will last for the whole season. Some prefer to spend less…especially when a child is growing and they’ll need to be replaced mid-year anyway! (If you do want the shoe to last…just make…
First Look: Our H&M Fall Picks for Kids
Yes, you can get gorgeous European-looking clothing for kids while spending less at H&M. There are good things out there, they just need to be found! Each season, we look and look and pull out the best items to help save you time and money. For AW23, there’s especially beautiful picks that you’ll love to…
The Top 7 Recommended Weekdays Pants for Boys
These are the weekday pants our elementary age boys love and wear. UPDATED for 2024. Between the five of us, we have quite a few boys. Sure, we have more girls than boys, but we’ve been buying pants for long enough to know what’s good and worthwhile and what’s not. We have boys who play…
Our Top 30 Mango Picks for Women and Teens
Mango is the place to shop for all things you want to wear right now. It’s not too late to have a fun summer wardrobe. If you wanted to find something fun and now (and maybe something that’s not floral?), Mango is the place. Breezy skirts, easy and light shirt dresses, smart separates…here’s some of…
UPDATED: What’s the Difference Between All the Types of Tiros?
There’s Tiro 21, Tiro 23, and now even Tiro 24 Track/Training Pants. There’s also funny sizing. So how does a mom know just what to get? Editor’s Note: Originally published in 2021, we update this post annually to include the new styles and retire the ones that are no longer available. Your son needs his…
H&M Sports Favorites for All Weather
It feels like it’s already that time of year when the weather is warming up (or perhaps because it hasn’t gotten cold quite yet). Still, if you think it’s a good time to get moving, you’re right. And it might also be a good time to let you know that H&M has a sport line…