New parents often have a difficult time dressing newborns. Some babies cry when clothing is pulled over their head. Other parents worry about clothing irritating the cord stump. Westcoast Baby, a mom-owned company, specializes in Infant Layette designed specifically to fit newborn and preemie babies. With only two ties and an open bottom, their infant […]
DaBib Really is Da Bomb
If you haven’t checked out DaBib yet, you really must…because, and please forgive the obvious word play, it is Da Bomb. When I first saw the 80s buzz words, I thought I was having a bad flashback to junior high school. Instead, I realized I was enjoying one of the most fabulous bibs ever created. […]
Step Into the Magical World of My Princess Closet
Step into My Princess Closet and enjoy all the royal excitement of little girl dreams. Fall into ruffles and lace, tutus and tiaras, petticoats and pretty pink…well…everything. Even grown-up tomboys like me will find something to love at My Princess Closet. Princess accessories feature heaving, but there are also wands, and unicorns, and fun and […]
Now Showing: T-Shirts for Future Film Buffs
Film buffs may have a hard time coordinating cinema trips once they become parents, but they can still enjoy the classics at home. And it is never too early to pass along good taste in movies to your children. Baby Fish Mouth offers witty t-shirts with plays on famous lines from cult hits and iconic […]
Sleep Sheep Earns His Keep
When my baby was first born, she slept. A lot. I wondered when she would start spending more time awake and play with me. Then, she turned three weeks old, and I wondered if she would ever go to sleep. I swaddled, I shushed, I swung, I suckled, and then…I turned on the vacuum cleaner. […]
Fair Trade Clothing, Toys, and Accessories for Your Family
What we do speaks louder than what we say–and our children are watching every move. By purchasing from fair trade companies, we support children and families everywhere. Inca Kids is a fabulous new company dedicated to promoting economic justice, revitalizing traditional crafting, and encouraging environmental sustainability. You’ll find gorgeous, handcrafted toys, clothing and decorative items. […]
Products for Natural and Wholesome Parenting at Nature’s Child: Coupon and Contest
If you are looking for healthy and environmentally friendly products to help you parent naturally, Nature’s Child has unique gifts, gear, and more. The owner of one of the best babywearing online stores, Along for the Ride, has opened Nature’s Child, stocked with wholesome goods for mother and child. Of course, being a babywearing maven, […]
Looking for a Gift for a Mama-to-Be?
I’m a bit (ok…a lot) type A, so my friends were concerned that I relax as much as possible during my pregnancy. The pregnancy yoga DVDs I received unsolicited were their not-very-subtle way of telling me I needed to de-stress. Message received. I’ve found the pregnancy yoga helpful (great way to banish a backache), but […]
Stay In Touch With a Soft Baby Photo Cube
Babies love to look at faces and the unfortunate reality of modern life is we often find ourselves far from family. Play to baby’s interests and keep long-distance loved ones close with a Sassy Who Loves Baby? Photo Cube ($12.95). When Baby Diva was born, Captain Dad was deployed and her grandparents lived halfway across […]
Chic & Unique: Personalized Bibs, Burpies, Blankets from Maggie & Alison
When baby has a special occasion, you know there will be photos. When mealtime arrives, do you risk baby splattering food all over a fancy outfit, strip baby down, or do you cover the cute clothing with an ordinary bib? None of the above–the solution is to use a chic bib from Maggie & Alison! […]
