droolicious : baby shower gift

We All Scream for Ice Cream

elizabeth leach — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:05:00 GMT

This new organic t-shirt by Little Lark is perfect for your little screamer! Nothing says "summer" better than a soft serve ice cream cone. Also available as a onesie for smaller screamers.

Onesies are available in cream and light blue for $26. T-shirts are available in cream, brown and light blue for $26. Check out Little Lark's incredible selection of cool t-shirts for summer.

Be Mine from Ju-Ju-Be

elizabeth leach — Sun, 31 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Ju-Ju-Be designs a lot of fabulous add-ons to make your Ju-Ju-Be bag or any bag more organized. Be Mine is the perfect size for credit cards, money, business cards, cell phone, driver's license and whatever random stuff that would usually float around your bag.

Much like Be Major (read that review here), but smaller, Be Mine is great to grab when you want to leave your diaper bag in the car or at home. Bag can be worn on your wrist and comes with an extended shoulder strap if wearing it on your shoulder is your thing. There's even a mini mirror, so bring your Be Mine to the pool or beach. You never know when your make up will run or you need to apply more sunscreen.

Be Mine is available in twenty patterns and solid colors. Shop Ju-Ju-Be.

My Newest Diaper Bag Crush

elizabeth leach — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:30:00 GMT

There she is. The minute I saw her, I knew I had to have her. Skip Hop's City Chic Diaper Bag (in Park Avenue Tulip) has all the essential pockets plus a unique graphic pattern in contemporary colors. With stroller clips built into the bag and a detachable clutch for all your mommy stuff, this is a practical bag that doesn't skimp on style.

More luxurious details include leather trim, cushioned changing pad, nickel feet and side pockets for bottles or sippy cups. The ultra chic pattern is laminated, so it wipes clean and the inside lining is also water resistant.

Skip Hop's City Chic Diaper Bag is $99 and comes in four cool patterns.

Be Major by Ju-Ju-Be

elizabeth leach — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Ju-Ju-Be designs a lot more than fantastic diaper bags. They also create bags to carry alone or inside your diaper bag to stay even more organized. Be Major is a wristlet, but not just any wristlet. It's a major wristlet that will hold everything you need (except a diaper). Ju-Ju-Be is obsessed with keeping us organized and making our lives easier. Two things I need major help with!

Be Major has an easy to reach front pocket for your cell phone, a pocket for your driver's license, credit cards, change, an included pen, mirror, picture holders and more pockets to hold receipts, important pieces of paper and whatever else you don't want lying at the bottom of your bag! With all the luxe features I love about Ju-Ju-Be like satin lining and metal hardware with cute rhinestones and stars.

Be Major includes two extender straps: 8" wristlet strap and 24" shoulder strap. Available in nine solid colors and patterns and measures 8" x 4.25" x 1.5". Made from the same water proof and Teflon coated fabric as all Ju-Ju-Be products and is machine washable.

Shop Ju-Ju-Be.

Read my last review of Ju-Ju-Be diaper bags here.

On Sale: Grab a Slice of Petunia Pickle Bottom

Cathy Hale — Wed, 20 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Boasting so much more than a silly name, Petunia Pickle Bottom makes delish bags mommies love. In addition to the yummy Cake collection, there is the fabulously chic Orginial collection where the Cross Town Clutch resides.

This beautiful and functional little bag is called Morning in Mumbai and features compartments for diaper duty as well as a matching diaper pad. Treat your best mom pal to one for her new arrival. Or just treat yourself. On sale for $62 at Design Public.

Cupcake Onesies

Lisa Estall — Sun, 17 May 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Give a gift of yummy looking onesies. The short-sleeved bodysuits come rolled up as cupcakes in a box.

They are 100% cotton and come in sizes 0-6 months. I think its a cute presentation for a baby shower gift.

Price is $35.95 at swankyblooms.com

Maisey Mae's Larry the Lobster

elizabeth leach — Sun, 17 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Maisey Mae's embroidered bibs and burp cloths are almost too cute to use, but their superb quality makes them durable enough for every day. Maisey Mae's founder, frustrated by the lack of soft, quality burp clothes that were also not an eye-sore, started making her own burp cloths from high quality, 100% cotton diapers. Now, we all can burp our babies in luxury!

Maisey Mae's new designs for summer are festive and sweet. Bibs are backed with thick, striped chenille and can be personalized. All Maisey Mae's bibs and burp cloths can be machine washed and dried. The above gift set of two bibs and one burp cloth is $40. See more at Maisey Mae.

Boppy Slipcover in Brocade Tile

elizabeth leach — Wed, 13 May 2009 19:00:00 GMT

I just bought a new Boppy slipcover in Brocade Tile and the hot pink pattern makes me smile. (Brocade Tile is on the left in the above photo.) I don't remember so many cool options for Boppy covers with my first baby.

I bought the Brocade Tile Boppy Slipcover at Target. On their site the cover is only available as a set of two for $19.98, but at the store I bought just the Brocade Tile design for half the price.

Trumpette's Metallic Mary Janes

elizabeth leach — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

To celebrate Trumpette's twenty year anniversary they introduced the newest version of their Mary Jane socks. Now your baby girl can wear metallic Mary Janes to match every outfit!

Find Trumpette's Metallic Mary Jane Socks at My Princess Closet for $29. Box includes six pairs of socks: silver, red, yellow, green, purple and pink. Size fits 0-12 months.

A Bento Box for Baby

SunnyChanel — Sat, 02 May 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Who doesn’t love a Bento Box? A little of this and a little of that. But this Baby Bento box doesn’t include sashimi, tempura or a mound of wasabi. Nope, this gift box is filled with necessities for your baby like a one-of-a-kind onesie, cleanser, soft ‘sushi roll’ washcloths, a rice bowl, and bubble gum cigars for the proud parents. You can pick up one of these sets, perfect for a baby shower, right here for $65.

Moses Basket for the Picky, by Picci

Cathy Hale — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Parents who use Moses baskets, swear by them! Days with a newborn are much easier if you can move a sleeping baby around safely from room-to-room. You might even get a few things done! This Peter Baby Carry Basket by Picci offers a contemporary twist on the traditional Moses basket.

The bedding features a green dasiy print and the matching comforter is trimmed in red. The handles are wrapped in plastic so moving baby is a snap! Check it out on Overstock.com for $180. If you want to compare prices, just click on the "Online Best Price Match" button.

Maternity Faves and Raves: Belli Elasticity Oil

elizabeth leach — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 17:35:00 GMT

Worried that your stretch mark cream isn't working? The ingredients in Belli's Elasticity Oil have been medically researched to protect against stretch marks, so if this belly oil doesn't work we might as well buy some spray tan and call it a day!

The main ingredients are Gotu Kola Extract, Vitamin E and Collagen Hydrolysates which decrease the risk of stretch marks by 39%. The oil also smells like lavender and feels fabulously luxurious as you spray it on. (Yes, this oil sprays on. Another plus.)

Belli offers three lines of skincare: Belli Maternity, Belli Motherhood and Belli Baby. Belli Skincare has been meticulously researched to provide the safest skincare possible. Incorporating aromatherapy and massage therapy with their research, Belli creates skincare products that protect, soothe and pamper.

Shop Belli Skincare.

Wear White with LilyPadz

elizabeth leach — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:30:00 GMT

With LilyPadz, you can wear white t-shirts again because, unlike the re-usable and disposable nursing pads, LilyPadz won't show through your shirt. That's great news, for me, because I tend to wear a lot of white t-shirts in the summer. The self-adhesive lining sticks to you, not your bra, so you can also go braless at night. (Another nice option in the warm weather.)

LilyPadz are made from thin, soft silicone. Unlike other nursing pads, LilyPadz actually prevent leakage with light pressure which means no more moister and rubbing. Washing and drying your LilyPadz takes only two minutes, so you only need to buy one pair at a time. (They will last up to two months if washed according to instructions.)

Find out more and purchase your own set at LilyPadz.

I Heart this Memory Book

elizabeth leach — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:30:00 GMT

This Memory Book by Babyprints has it all. You can even display your baby's handprint or footprint and favorite photo on the cover. (The book includes a clean-touch ink pad.) Record memories of when Mommy and Daddy met all the way to your child's fifth birthday party and there are plenty of pages for all those precious "firsts". Book also contains over sixty-five journal pages and pages for photos (photo corners included).

This memory book is adorable, too, and that is just as important because you will love to write in it! Find the Babyprints Memory Book at Baby Sakes for $29.95. If pink elephants aren't your thing, check out the other Babyprint designs at Baby Sakes.

Itzy Bitzy by Zutano

elizabeth leach — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Itzy Bitzy, Zutano's collection for newborns and preemies, is as scrumptious as all Zutano clothing. The vibrant colors, playful patterns and soft cotton make each piece perfect for your newest member of the family. Every detail is well thought out like side snaps, covered snaps and rollover cuffs so new moms can rest assured that these clothes are made especially for newborns.

In the Zutano tradition, the clothing is all about mixing and matching and that gives moms another reason to love the effortlessness of Zutano. Itzy Bitzy is available in two sizes: newborn fits 4-8 pounds and 0-3 months fit 9-13 months.

Shop Zutano's Itzy Bitzy.

Set Me Free, Medela!

elizabeth leach — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Babble has reviewed Medela's newest breast pump, the Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump, before (read Nicole's review here and Gwynne's review here), but since I'm getting close to my due date (and obsessed with all the things that drove me crazy with my first pregnancy), I had to share this amazing invention that promises to make a new mom's life a little easier.

With my first baby, I didn't know how much I would end up pumping, so I bought a single side electric pump. I remember sitting on the couch with my laptop on my knees trying to pump, type and eat a sandwich. My dear husband ran upstairs, found one of my bras and cut two holes to fit the pump shields, so I could pump hands-free. Let's just say, it didn't work and my bra was ruined for nothing. (Unless you like that sort of thing.)

The Freestyle is Medela's first hands-free, double electric pump. Using rechargeable batteries, you loop the breast shields around your bra, attach the lightweight motor to your pants and away you go! Freedom!

Find out more at Medela. Purchase your Freestyle Pump here.

Dine in Style with Elegant Baby

elizabeth leach — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:01:00 GMT

Elegant Baby's new melamine dish set is so well designed and adorable. Available in four different varieties: pink elephant, aqua giraffe, green turtle and blue bear. Each set includes bowl, plate, sippy cup, fork and spoon.

Made from durable melamine and is dishwasher safe. Find the new Elegant Baby Dish Set at Oompa for $25.99.

How Much Does This Blanket Rock?

Heather Kuldell — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:02:00 GMT

I have just found my new go-to shower present for my parents-to-be friends: the Monster Republic Rock Metal Blanket ($32). A gummy-bear-esque figure in the Demon’s makeup throws metal on a background of white lightning and black stars on the outside while gray and black stripes cover the inside. Despite it’s hard rock exterior, it’s made of cozy 100 percent cotton, making it an adorable little splurge.

Decorative Pillow Paradise: Lizzie Pillow Pack

Cathy Hale — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

It's easy to add a splash of color to your nursery or child's room with this brightly colored pillow set. It also makes a great baby shower gift! Three pillows tied together with a turquoise bias cord. Each pillow is bold and beautiful in its own way, yet they all come together perfectly. Cotton Tale's Lizzie Pillow Pack retails for $36 at BabyEarth.

An Eco-Friendly Baby Gift Bag

Lisa Estall — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 18:24:00 GMT

Looking for an eco-friendly baby gift? Tread Light Gifts feature gift baskets that include organic, natural, recycled, and sustainable products. Click to find out what's in it!...

Their Eco Baby Kit includes an organic onesie, an organic beret and socks, animal rattle,a Green Baby Book and a Baby Food Mill.

These items are all included in a 100% organic cotton sport sack with a plantable gift tag.

The Eco Baby Kit is $89.95 and sold at treadlightgifts.com

Star Baby: Pete Wentz Keeps the Bronx Covered

SunnyChanel — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Fall Out Boy Pete Wentz and his pop star wife Ashlee Simpson were spotted in with the Bronx. Bronx their baby boy that is. They were actually at the airport in Manchester, England. Pete kept Bronx covered up and cuddly in this Little Giraffe Blanket Chenille Satin Dot. This ultra soft blankey is 29” x 35”, a perfect size for hiding from the paparazzi. You can pick one up from Layla Grayce in a variety of colors for $58.

Source: Celebrity Baby Scoop
Photo Source: Gossip Girls

Rock the Tote by Baby Star

elizabeth leach — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Baby Star's new diaper bag, Rock the Tote, is rocking my world. It's perfect in every way. What's so rockin' about this bag is that not only does it make a great diaper bag, but it's also a very cool tote. I would have bought this bag long before my diaper bag carrying days.

Available in five seriously cool metallic colors: turquoise, silver, gold, green and blue and in their Daisy Chain print (my personal favorite). Inside the bag, a wide zipper pocket holds a matching changing pad (included) and on the other side are two open pockets which could hold a bottle or sippy cup and cell phone. A BPA-free wipe case also comes with the bag. Tote measures 18" x 36" and is large enough to carry a laptop, but not so large that you feel weighed down.

The fabulous Daisy Chain print is made with a BPA-free laminate and the metallic bags have a polyurethane exterior and fabric interior. All materials are safe for baby and the environment.

Find Rock the Tote at Baby Star for $88.

Naturally Knotty Cashmere at Costco

elizabeth leach — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:28:00 GMT

Winter isn't over yet and if you have a new baby you might be looking for something soft, warm, durable and organic. The cashmere hat, booties and blanket set from Naturally Knotty is made from the finest Mongolian cashmere. Dye-free and warm without weight, this cashmere set is perfect for the newest member of your family.

The hat and booties are sized 3-6 months. The blanket is 30" x 30". Naturally Knotty is an environmentally friendly company. Purchase the hat, booties and blanket gift set at Costco for $179.

Stylin' Round Changing Pad

elizabeth leach — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMT

I love this round changing pad. It's so stylish and it easily unfolds with one hand. Changing pad includes pockets to store diapers, so it can also be used a as a diaper bag for quick trips or for older kids. Made from latex free oilcloth.

Available in brown and white and red and white and made by Patemm. Find it at Giggle for $50.

Give the Baby Flowers

SunnyChanel — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Don’t worry, there aren’t any thorns on this bouquet of flowers. And no, they’re not for you, they’re for the baby. Which baby? Any baby. This Baby Bunch Large Bunch gift box actually contains not only single real flower but rather one t-shirt, one bib, one bodysuit, two burp clothes, two hats, one sleepsuit, two pairs of socks and one pair of mitts. Yeah, it’s all there in the form of rosebuds, small flowers and leaves. You can gift the gift of “flowers” from Bloomingdales here for $70.