Okay, so I signed up to do this party-gig-bash for a bunch of three-year-olds in June, and now I have to deliver on the goods. Because who wants to anger a gaggle of toddlers in the heat of summer? Not me, that's who. 

This is my niece, Lu, who is about to turn three. She also just became an older sister, so her mom (my sister-in-law) isn't exactly in party planning mode with a newborn. To help her out, and because I'm a nerd for all things fun and pretty, I volunteered to throw Lu's birthday party this year. 

Mother's Day is the perfect holiday to do something more personal than your average gift. Even if you are a last-minute kind of person like I am, there are ways to fit in a quick project for the moms in your life!

Name: Max & Molly, 1
Location: Stamford, CT

For my twin's first birthday party I decided on a Milk & Cookies theme. Since I have a twin girl and boy, I wanted to stick with a gender-neutral theme. I had seen some cute parties with this theme on Pinterest and liked it because at one they could finally have milk and who doesn't love cookies! Our colors were brown white and green.

Mother's Day gift ideas have expanded well beyond flowers, jewelry, and other traditional gifts (though those always remain welcome). Mom may want a tablet, the latest phone, or maybe just some help setting up her visual voicemail. You don't necessarily have to buy her anything to show how much you care, so we've gathered a few tech-oriented ideas with price tags starting from "free" on up!

Mother's Day is upon us! Don't forget—it's this Sunday, May 12th! If your mom isn't into the usual flowers, chocolates, and sweet/sappy Hallmark cards, consider getting her something a bit different. Check out these gifts that we selected for the modern, design-loving mom.

Flowers, gifts, and dinner are all very nice. But what Mom most often wants more than anything is to simply hear from you (or see you via videochat). Staying connected with your family from afar, especially dear ole Mom, is easier more than ever. Here are six apps to connect, interact, and share at the swipe and tap of a touchscreen button...

Monograms are old school but they don't have to be used solely on conventional items such as bathrobes and towels. Monograms were a historical signature for royalty and, because moms should be treated like royalty every day, these are a perfect fit!