Archive for the ‘0-5 (By Age Group)’ Category

Sleep Well With The Woombie

Friday, May 9th, 2008

Baby Mwah enjoys being swaddled. I received one of those popular SwaddleMe blankets from Kiddopotamus at my baby shower. It worked great for the first week or so until Baby Mwah was able to rip open the velcro on the SwaddleMe with a simple stretch and startle himself ...

A Place to Rest Your Little Head

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

My tot has been clamoring for a pillow and from the various mommy message boards I read, I know this is a common toddler request. So, after reading the expert advice and researching different pillows, I got her this Toddler Memory Foam Pillow. Medical professionals caution parents against introducing a ...

TGIF With Robeez Weekend Collection

Friday, April 25th, 2008

You need some casual new shoes for hanging out with your friends--but you're just a tot and your feet still need room to grow.  Robeez has a fun new style that is perfect for picnicking on the grass, piloting your (toy) sailboat, or just relaxing with the family. The best shoes ...

Recycled Plastic is Endless Fun with Green Toys (enter to win!)

Tuesday, April 8th, 2008

We are very excited about Green Toys, a new line of recycled plastic toys that actually meets every item on our check list: good for the environment, safe for children, not manufactured in sweatshops, and really, really cool. These sturdy toys will withstand whatever your little whirling dervish can dish out. ...

Toddling in these Robeez Tredz

Friday, April 4th, 2008

Robeez set the standard for soft, leather baby shoes. From sweeter than sugar kittens to saucy crowns to rockin' flaming guitars, Robeez has been a leader in hip baby footwear. Now Robeez is launching a new line of outdoor shoes for the toddling set: Robeez Tredz!. I had the opportunity to ...

Is my (Doll)House Safe?

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008

A reader e-mailed us because she had concerns about the Melissa & Doug Victorian Dollhouse ($150, unfurnished) she had purchased for her daughter. After checking out the research we e-mailed her, she felt comfortable keeping this child-safe dollhouse. Melissa & Doug manufactures in China and many parents are understandably concerned about ...

Go on an Audio Adventure with Billy Brown

Tuesday, March 25th, 2008

We love alternatives to television that recognize children are naturally imaginative. Billy Brown's audio adventures from Giddio are entertaining additions to your child's playtime. Whether you are home on a rainy day, taking a long car trip, or looking for a soothing pre-nap activity, Billy Brown will engage your youngsters. ...

Big Bibs for Covering Big Bellies

Friday, March 21st, 2008

At first, I did not understand the big hoopla about bibs. After all, my baby didn't need one until she was over six months' old. Even then, her face got messy, but a dishtowel easily protected her clothing (assuming she was wearing any). Then she grew into an active ...

Celebrate Baby and Mama With Organic Gift Baskets

Monday, March 17th, 2008

Love & Blessings has introduced luxurious, organic gift baskets for baby and new mothers. You can select from beautiful wicker baskets, filled with organic newborn clothing, natural lotions and potions, and nurturing accessories for baby, the new mother, or both. Or, design your own baby gift basket with your choice ...

Tutu Cute (Win a Lily Cait Tutu!)

Wednesday, March 5th, 2008

There's just something about a tutu--yards of tulle and ribbon that speak of effortless artistry and epic adventures. Even my little toddler, still a bit young for the Nutcracker, began to pirouette and dance and flutter as soon as she stepped into her new tutu from Lily Cait. This darling ...