Here We Go... 2026 has arrived! While I'm not one for making a set resolution, January is a good month to pause and think about goals and plans for the year ahead. From travel to ways to enhance personal wellness and growth, we can use this bit of down time to reassess what's important to us. Here's to a great year ahead!

In keeping with our chill January theme, yoga fits right in. Kids enjoy trying the poses, plus it's an exercise that sets the tone for calming the mind and building balance and can be done anywhere. Give it a try. Gaiam Kids Yoga Mat Lakeshore Peaceful Kids Yoga Kit

What a Small Cat Needs In What a Small Cat Needs, we meet a kitten who discovers what it needs in it's life: eyes, ears, food, sun, but most of all, unconditional love found in human companionship. A simple, emotionally resonant story for young readers, written and illustrated by Natalia Shaloshvili.

Pastina Soup Recipe Nothing beats a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day. This week we're featuring Pastina, a homemade version of Chicken and Stars soup. Easy to toss together, and good for you, this Italian favorite will be a go to all winter long. Our recipe is from the New York Times and is featured below. Enjoy!

Sweet beginnings in the softest layers - Luna & Luca essentials made for coming home and cozy cuddles. This week’s outfit from Luna & Luca  is the perfect blend of comfort and timeless style for those very first days. The Bring Me Home Ruffle Bundle  features beautifully soft knit layers with delicate ruffle details, designed to keep baby cozy from naps to snuggles. Finished with coordinating accessories in a soothing light plum hue, this set makes a thoughtful gift or a cher

Soft layers for sweet beginnings - Luna & Luca essentials in the coziest shade of blue. This week’s outfit from Luna & Luca   is designed with comfort and simplicity in mind. The Baby Rib Henley Bundle features ultra-soft knit layers in a calming powder blue, perfect for everyday wear, naps, and snuggles. With thoughtful details and coordinating pieces, this set makes an ideal coming-home outfit or a go-to favorite for those early days. Shop the look below: Baby Rib Henley B

For a relaxing hobby that lets you get creative, try embroidering. it's always fun to choose a pattern and work and your own pace. I find its meditative stitching calms the mind, and when you've finished, you have a little work of art. There are many good options on Etsy and have included a few I'll be trying this winter. SnugStep Studio Embroidery Doodles- Embroidery for Kids