Articles by Emily
Now Accepting Submissions: The 2026 Emily Reviews Holiday Gift Guide
Now Accepting Submissions: The 2026 Emily Reviews Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays will be here before we know it, and that means it's almost time for one of our favorite traditions here on the blog. Our annual holiday gift guide is coming back for 2026, and we're now taking submissions from brands, shops, and PR reps who'd like to be part of it.
If you're new here: we've been publishing a holiday gift guide every year for more than fifteen years! It runs from November 1st through December Read more [...]
PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Self-Cleaning Litter Box Review
PetPivot sent me their AutoScooper 12 self-cleaning cat litter box for review. All opinions are my own.
PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Review
I only have one cat. When we first got her, I didn't think twice about just getting a really basic litter box. I couldn't see myself needing anything more fancy. I had some people tell me that they thought the same prior to getting a self-cleaning cat litter box, though. So, when PetPivot reached out about a potential review of their AutoScooper 12 self-cleaning Read more [...]
Can Cats Stay Home Alone? Top 5 Cat Breeds for Solo Time
This is a sponsored guest post.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, professional consensus in veterinary medicine indicates that extended isolation beyond approximately 24 to 48 hours without human interaction introduces measurable welfare risks for domestic cats, including stress responses, unmet physical needs, and behavioral changes that persist after the owner returns.
That guideline addresses the outer limit. The more relevant daily question for Read more [...]
Organic Baby Formula: What Parents Should Look for on the Label
This is a sponsored guest post.
Organic Baby Formula: What Parents Should Look for on the Label
Navigating the infant food aisle can feel overwhelming for new parents trying to decipher nutritional jargon, glossy health claims, and complex certification badges. Selecting the right nourishment for your baby is one of the most vital early decisions you will make, which leads many families toward organic options. Understanding what goes into your baby's bottle enables you to make informed Read more [...]
Revolution Smart Toaster And Toastie Press Review + Giveaway
Revolution sent me their smart toaster and toastie press for review.
I used to think toasters were pretty much all the same. Two (or sometimes four) slots, a single dial to try to adjust how long the item cooks for. Maybe the dial is numbered from 0-5, maybe its from "lightest to darkest" but we try to memorize what setting we like for basic toast, and then guess completely anytime we're trying to make a bagel, a pastry, a frozen pastry or anything else! Right? That had been my entire life Read more [...]
