Metropolitan Mama's Gift Guides help you select timely and thoughtful gifts for family and friends.
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 […]
Welcome to the 2022-23 school year! We hope the year ahead is full of wonder, awe, and discovery for each of your children. To help you get prepared for the 2022-23 school year, we've pulled together a list of the best clothing, shoes, accessories, bags, and other gear for elementary students. Two of our four […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama's list of the best stocking stuffers for kids (ages 7-12). 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. PIPSTICKERS What are pipstickers? […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s 2021 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 Golden Retrievers. Below you will find dog beds, toys, leashes, collars, training books, and other gear that Golden Retrievers (and their owners!) are bound to love for Christmas 2021. In case you missed the BIG NEWS, our family welcomed a golden retriever puppy into our home last year […]
Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for Teen Girls. Below you will find clothes, shoes, decor, games, and accessories that teen girls are bound to love for Christmas 2021. PLATFORM SNEAKERS BY DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES Casual sneakers are always at the top of my girls' list for any birthday or holiday. These sporty All In […]
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 2021. PACKING CUBES BY BAG-ALL If your gift recipient travels regularly as part of her job, she'll love the adorable […]
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 […]