My Life in Paris and Travels Around France
It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is almost upon us. A few years ago I made a list of French Advent Calendars available online and have mostly updated it for 2026. Many of these calendars will sell out, so if you see something you like don’t hesitate to order it! When in Paris, two of my favorite places to shop for Advent Calendars are La Grande Épicerie and Galeries Lafayette Gourmet.
As an American mom of two living in Paris these are some of my must-have items for baby including the best strollers, baby carriers, accessories, skincare products and more. These products are our essentials for every day in Paris as well as travel for both quick and long trips.
I truly believe more is more when it comes to the Christmas tree so I always keep my eyes out for festive ornaments. Anything French or Paris-inspired is always a must for me. I’ve rounded up over 50 French Christmas ornaments available online to add to your collections. These sell out every year so if you see something you like don’t hesitate!
September absolutely flew by. It was our first official rentrée with our son starting maternelle followed directly by our fourth wedding anniversary which we slipped away for a night to celebrate. We then had a small break before my family arrived in Paris (and we squeezed in another adult-only getaway) for loads of fun. I feel like I’m just now starting to catch my breath! Read on to discover exactly where I ate and drank (and what I cooked), shopped, and what I did in the September 2026 recap.
I love August in Paris. It is so quiet and so peaceful. It’s really an ideal time to visit other than some places close, and sometimes on a rather unpredictable basis. We also spent some time in Normandy for one last summer hurrah which was a blast for the boys. Read on to discover exactly where I ate and drank (and what I cooked), shopped, and what I did in the August 2026 recap.
