When you don’t have a kid yourself, you may be kinda clueless when it comes to what to buy the under 10 set in your life.  And while I have an idea of what the crew wants this Christmas, my 6-year-old, Sapphire, definitely has a better idea of what’s hot, hot, hot for toys this holiday season. So, I had her help me compile a list of top toys  - by age! Hope this helps with your shopping!

Planning a family vacation this holiday season? Travelling with kids can be a ton of fun but it can also be super stressful (see: Home Alone).  However, you can avoid the fate of Kevin McCallister and crew by being prepared! Check out my top 4 ways to make sure your journey is a joyful one.