Metropolitan Mama's Gift Guides help you select timely and thoughtful gifts for family and friends.
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s 2022 Christmas Gift Guide for Readers. Below you will find gift recommendations for: books (of course!), clothing, decor, and accessories for people who appreciate the written word. This is always my favorite guide to put together since I read between 50-100 books per year and genuinely appreciate giving & receiving bookish gifts. BOOKISH GEAR […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Boys (ages 5-7). Below you will find clothes, shoes, toys, gear, and games that young boys are bound to love for Christmas 2022. DAPPER DUDS BY APPAMAN Once upon a time, when I had three little girls, I couldn't wrap my mind around what would it be like to […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Athletes (young & old). Below you will find clothes, shoes, toys, gear, games, and accessories that athletes are bound to love for Christmas 2022. Whether your gift recipient plays team sports (soccer, basketball, volleyball, etc) or enjoys pursuing solitary athletic endeavors (swimming, cycling, running, hiking, etc), you're bound […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Girls (ages 10-14). Below you will find clothes, shoes, toys, gear, games, and accessories that girls are bound to love for Christmas 2022. Because we currently have a 10-year-old and a 13-year-old in the house, I have an excellent “pulse” on what girls in this age range are most […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Professional Men & Women. Below you will find clothes, shoes, gear, decor, and organization products that professional men & women are bound to love (and use!) for Christmas 2022. ALASTIN SKINCARE Several years ago, a dermatologist recommended that my daughters and I wear tinted sunscreen daily and we've […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama's list of the best stocking stuffers for all ages! I've tried to include a variety of ideas - games, toys, accessories, gear, candy, snacks, and practical things that will actually be used throughout the year. I will update this page yearly with new and unique ideas. MINI HAND PUPPETS BY FOLKMANIS […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Party Hosts. Below you will find hand-picked selections of the best furniture, decor, serveware, glassware, lighting, games, activities, and accessories for people who love to entertain - both indoors and outdoors. Whether you gift recipient enjoys hosting formal dinner parties, weekend brunch, high tea, or backyard barbecues, this […]
I don't know about you, but I love parenting in the teenage years (and I'm saying that without a hint of sarcasm). Truly, my husband and I have found that the teenage years are incredibly rich and wonderful. We love the deep conversations we can have with our daughters and there is a genuine enjoyment […]