The Chirping Moms

Hersheypark Christmas: A Guide for Families

Hersheypark Christmas: A Guide for Families

By: Courtney Byrne  We just returned from our first Hersheypark Christmas experience. We had been to Hersheypark with the kids once before (see this post) and had always heard it’s a lot of fun at the holidays. We wanted to try something new this Christmas season and decided to check out all things Hersheypark Christmas: Candylane, Sweet Lights and the… Read More

50 Awesome Stocking Stuffers for Kids

50 Awesome Stocking Stuffers for Kids

Ho, ho, ho! Who’s ready to stuff some stockings? Tonight I’m sharing my list of 50 stocking stuffers for kids. There is a wide range from things you can grab locally to personalized gifts to order on Etsy. I’ve broken it into 5 categories of my top 10 ideas per: local, personalized, baby & toddler, preschool & big kid and… Read More

Top Toys & Gifts for 2019

Top Toys & Gifts for 2019

Here’s a fun gift guide to browse! Looking for what’s most popular this year for kids? Here are the top toys for 2019. These toys are great gifts for ages 3-12, so options for all ages! For baby and toddler gifts, visit this post: Best Gifts for 2 Under 2. Need stocking stuffer ideas? Visit this post: 50 Stocking Stuffer… Read More

Cape May, NJ at Christmastime

Cape May, NJ at Christmastime

By: Courtney Byrne The past 2 years we visited Cape May, NJ during the Christmas season. We were not able to sneak in a trip this December but so many people have asked lately about things to do and see while they go that I wanted to put together some notes on our favorite things to do for a Cape… Read More

How and Why to Celebrate St. Nicholas Day

How and Why to Celebrate St. Nicholas Day

By: Nina Helleny  A fun and special tradition during the first week of Advent. The Feast Day of St. Nicholas, also known as St. Nick Day or St. Nicholas Day is celebrated every year across the world on December 6th. There are several legendary stories about St. Nicholas which lead to the modern-day belief in Santa Claus, but more importantly… Read More

Bella Bliss for the Holidays: A Giveaway & Coupon Code

Bella Bliss for the Holidays: A Giveaway & Coupon Code

Happy holiday season! I’m so excited to team up with my pal Jordan to share our favorite  looks for siblings from Bella Bliss. Jordan and I have all shopped Bella Bliss for years. We  love the styles and know the quality that comes with Bella Bliss. Today we’re sharing the styles we picked from Bella Bliss this holiday season plus a GREAT coupon code:… Read More

Best Gifts for Families with 2 Under 2

Best Gifts for Families with 2 Under 2

By: Kristin Orr  As the “season” of gift-giving begins in our house (Christmas followed by some birthdays) I begin to get this common question from families and friends: “What can I get the kids?” I gathered together a list of my favorite gifts for two under two. (I broke them up into categories so that you can refer directly depending on… Read More

Free Printable December Family Calendar

Free Printable December Family Calendar

December is always important, especially for busy families. That’s why this free printable is an ideal addition to your holiday tradition and upcoming family events!     Happy December 1st! If there were a prize for the “most exciting” month of the year, I’d have to give it to December. The anticipation builds after Thanksgiving and then a month-long celebration… Read More

Beautiful Holiday Cards & Stationary {& Giveaway}

Beautiful Holiday Cards & Stationary {& Giveaway}

You may remember the amazing family photographer we met last year in Boston, Lindsay Connors (read more in this post). Well, she recently introduced me to Jillian Palleschi, who I am excited to introduce all of you to today. She’s a lovely artist, fellow Jersey girl and creates one of my favorite things: stationary. Jillian Palleschi is the owner & creative director… Read More