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Oyster Shell Decor and Gifts by Charleston Designers

oyster shell gifts and decor

Lowcountry residents and visitors have a strong affinity for oysters – both eating and upcycling the shell afterwards! With the beautiful neutral color palette, unique design and iconic symbolism, it’s no wonder these molluscs take center stage in the design world these days. I’ve rounded up my favorite Charleston designers (many are mommas) who love a good oyster shell as much as me. From repurposed oyster shell home decor to a delicate hand dipped gold oyster shell necklace, these ladies […]

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Beach Travel with a Baby

The season of beach vacations has arrived! While baby’s first (and second, third and fourth) trip to the beach is a memorable occasion, there are still a few areas where vacation can be more of a nightmare. No matter where you’re traveling, these baby travel gear items are our favorites for keeping kiddos happy and on-schedule on-the-go. This post contains affiliate links. Phil & Ted’s Travel Crib Pack-n-Plays were a no-go for our little guy. He’s a very active sleeper […]

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Tips for Flying with Infants & Toddlers

Summer is on the horizon which means one thing in my mind – VACATION! Traveling with an infant or toddler can be stressful, but it can also be fun. With several easy trips under out belt and a few where everything went awry, I’m sharing 10 Tips for Flying with Infants and Toddlers. 1. Pack light Little ones require a lot of gear – especially when you travel – so saying to “pack light” sounds like an oxymoron. But, taking […]

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5 Charleston Walks Your Toddler Will Love!

Charleston walks

Aside from the food, architecture and southern charm, Charleston has a plethora of amazing outdoor spaces to enjoy. We try to “go on an adventure” at least once a week to experience this great city we call home. These are a few of our favorite FREE adventures, AKA walks! Pitt Street Bridge, Old Village Mount Pleasant I always feel like I’m on vacation when we head to Pitt Street. It’s crowded on the weekends, but fairly empty during the week […]

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Can we take a baby there? Charleston Restaurant Guide

Matthew and I moved {back} to Charleston when we got married in 2016, and four months later we learned our little guy was on the way. As poor newlyweds we had big plans for future date nights to experience the culinary realm that has put Charleston on the map year after year. Most of that list has remained untouched as our criteria shifted to “can we take a baby there?” and thus emerged our list of Charleston Baby-Friendly Restaurants. We […]

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