B-Ready for everything with Britax

Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 21 If you’ve been in Washington over the past two months, it’s likely that you saw us crisscrossing the state with our newest ride. No, not a car, a stroller: specifically, the new Britax B-Ready stroller. In an effort to save money, use less gas, and get some … Read more

Milk Nursingwear

Have you shopped for nursing wear recently?  I have breastfed babies for 26 months in total and during that time I have owned exactly one cute nursing top.  One.  In 26 months.  This means that 99.9% of the time I am wearing my “mom uniform”, a tank top with a cardigan or hoodie, so I … Read more

phil & teds Metro Backpack Carrier: Father’s Day Pick

Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 18 The more I learn about Phil&Teds, the more I covet every single item they make.  From the moment I started thinking babies, there was one children’s company that just stood out in every way.  Maybe it’s their modern and minimalistic design, or maybe it’s the fact that … Read more

Béaba Bib’expresso All-in-One Super Cool Feeding Gadget

I was really lucky and was able to breastfeed my first child for 16 months before switching to bottles, but my second take at breastfeeding hasn’t quite panned out like I had hoped.  First there were supply issues and engorgement, and then there were growth issues and latching problems, and finally the choice was made … Read more

Milkies Milk-Savers for Breastfeeding Moms

Whoever said there's no use crying over spilled milk was not a breastfeeding mother.  If you're referring to a bottle of breastmilk that was lovingly pumped that was then spilled, you have every reason to cry.  And, I have cried over spilt milk.  Twice.  Seriously, pumping is HARD.  That's why I dread it, make excuses … Read more

RECARO ProRIDE Convertible Car Seat

Get Out and PLAY – Day 12 Safety is something we don’t take lightly here at Rave Central.  This is why we have been RECARO fans long before we ever had kids.  Long hailed as the leader in premium factory and aftermarket seats and used in racing cars throughout the world, RECARO has made seats … Read more

Road ID: Safety Bracelets with Style

Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 8 With warm weather and outdoor adventures on the horizon, we’ve been talking a lot about the best gear for parents and kids.  But, you can’t talk playing hard without talking about safety, so I am excited to introduce you to our newest rave-worthy product to keep you … Read more

Sadie Ryan Keepsake Tiles

Know someone who is getting married or having a baby?  Of course you do!  If you’re like me, you are constantly looking for a gift for those big life events that is sweet and sentimental yet still remains classy and sophisticated enough to give to acquaintances as well as close friends and family.  Of course, … Read more

Recycled Cotton Blankets from Twirls & Twigs

Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 7 I used to think that blankets were kind of boring.  Really, what is there to rave about a piece of fabric and some trim?  It turns out I just needed to find Twirls and Twigs, the makers of some of the most uniquely adorable children’s clothing anywhere, … Read more

The Mommy Hook: A Travel Essential

Get Out and PLAY – Day 6 As I prepared for my first little ones arrival, the items for babies and children began to fill the house.  While it took some creative reorganizing and some gifting of old non-child oriented items, eventually everything found its place.  So once, baby arrived I figured we were set … Read more