droolicious : boys

Pee and Poo Guys Return

Lisa Mulcahy — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:30:00 GMT

You may have seen the pee and poo guys here on Droolicious before in their plush form, but now you can inject a little humor into the all too tense potty training period with these boys’ briefs.

Until you become a parent you can never really understand the trials and tribulations of potty training. There will be tears (both yours and theirs), screaming, frustration, the occasional laugh and in the end utter joy. But until the journey is over anything to make it easier, or at least more tolerable, is much appreciated. For all of you who never thought you would have to explain to a toddler where pee and poo comes from, this one’s for you.

With the pee guy on the front and poo guy in the rear of these boys briefs, for $11.95 you’ll have a visual aid for your potty training lessons.

New Spring Fashions From Dwell Studio For Target

Lisa Estall — Tue, 12 May 2009 13:11:00 GMT

Target's latest collection is from Dwell Studio. The line consists of adorable dresses, leggings, track jackets, and drawstring pants for babies.

This Newborn Girls Dwellstudio for Target Woven Ruched Top is stylish! I love the shape and any baby girl is going to look so sweet in it. It's 100% cotton and the price is an affordable $6.99.

Click to see something for baby boys...

Orange cars decorate this Newborn Boys DwellStudio For Target Printed Creeper. A cute thing to wear for the summer and the price is attractive at $6.99.

These two items and more are available at Target and Target.com.

7 Days of the Best Shorts for Summer: Dapper Dons and Donnas

JeanneSager — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Shorts weather can't come a moment too soon for little kids who have been cooped up all winter long. What am I saying - shorts weather can't come too soon for Mom and Dad! So start stocking up with our seven favorite shorts for little legs.

Think summer, and I think crisp linen, cool on a hot day. It's classic - and thanks to Little Linens, it's hip too - with their one hundred percent linen bermudas.

With button adjustments to keep the waist tight, they hit just above the knee and swing to let a little breeze in when the light linen isn't enough to keep them cool. Perfect for a summer wedding for your little boy or a summer barbecue with Mom and Dad for your little girl.

The London-based company sells to boutiques throughout the states or you can get them shipped in from across the pond for kids infant through age thirteen. Get 10 percent off when you use the code X2007 at checkout.

7 Days of the Best Shorts for Summer: Surf's Up

Boy-rettes - Hair Accessories For Long Haired Boys

Chris Ford — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMT

I'm not quite sure what to make of this one. As a father of girls, I fully appreciate the need to keep the hair out of my kid's eyes. So I can understand how you would want to keep it out of a boy's eyes too. The Boy-rettes from Kidcosmic.com will definitely get the job done, but a barrette for a boy? I think you will have to be the judge.

Kidcosmic.com not only sells Boy-rettes, but another hair accessory for boys called "Boy Bands" - a kind of a hair band for boys. The Boy Bands look kind of cool to me, but honestly I just can't get behind the Boy-rettes. All I can think of is the sixteen year old boy of the future mortified while looking at pictures of himself in barrettes.

The Boy-rettes come in a skull design (pictured) but there are more designs coming soon.

Skull Boy-rette, $8.50. Boy Bands (various), $13.00 from Kidcosmic.com

Windbreaker Time

AmandaHill — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Right now is the perfect time to find a spring windbreaker for your little one. They are on sale everywhere with the winter wear. This particular hooded windbreak is from Old Navy and is currently $14.99. It was originally $24.99. It's the perfect time to find a great deal.

Click on over to Old Navy to check it out. It's also available in blue, red and khaki colors.

The BEST Discontinued Toy Ever

Cathy Hale — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 01:00:00 GMT

I first saw this toy in a children's consignment shop last year. My son, who was three at the time, fell in love with it instantly. Unfortunately it wasn't for sale - it was in the play area. I offered the shop money for it and they said no way. It was far too popular with the kids. I went on a massive hunt for it and found it on ebay. I've bought tons of things on ebay and this is, by far, the best purchase I ever made.

The Little Tikes Mountain is 24" high x 38" wide x 24" deep. It's quite a mountain! You can take the mountain peak off and store cars in it. The bridges are removable too and everything can be put back together easier. The best part, NO SHARP EDGES! My boys love this toy and put Hot Wheels on it and even Thomas and Friends have take trips through the mountain.

You can find a few of them on ebay in really great condition (and probably craigslist). They typically sell for $125. I've bought so many baby products over the years and this is one of the best investments we've made. As far as I know, the toy has been discontinued. Anyway, I think it's awesome and so do my boys.

Keep Warm With Spyder's Bitsy Animal Mittens

Lisa Estall — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:30:00 GMT

The Itsy Bitsy spider has never looked so cute in the cold! These cool looking Spyder Bitsy Animal Mittens for girls give hand protection and promote playfulness.

They come in color sweet pink/persimmon and cost $40.

Continue reading and see the boys version...

The gloves feature Velcro gauntlet closure, elastisized wrist and is made of stretch twill and ThermaWeb™ Insulation.

You can buy them at Spyder.

Birthday Keepsake: All Aboard!

Cathy Hale — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Add an extra pinch of cuteness to a special birthday cake or cupcakes with this Pewter Train Candleholder. Crafted of fine pewter, it's perfect for your prince. Makes a wonderful gift. Lead-free. $12 at Chasing Fireflies.

Sale Alert! Penguin Shirt for Boys – 40% Off!

SunnyChanel — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 20:30:00 GMT

Oi! Oi! Oi! If you want to dress your boy up in some clean cut charm, you can pick up one of the totally classic and always classy Penguin Polo shirts. And get this, they are on sale for 40% Off. This is their “original” style and has been seen on Soho hipsters, Ska fanatics and all sorts of stylish sons. You can pick up your own Penguin original here for just $19 (regularly $32). Other colors available as well.

It' a Rock & Roll Bath Time!

SunnyChanel — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Are you breeding a future rock star? Make even bath time a training ground for their destiny in music stardom. This five piece Rock & Roll Squirtie Bath Set from Elegant Baby. Guitar, bass, drums, keyboard and even a sax are included. Get your kids clean while keeping them totally cool. You can get yours here for $15

ATV for the Little Dino-Lover

Lisa Mulcahy — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:28:00 GMT

When my son received an ATV for his first birthday I thought there was no way he would be interested in it or able to ride it. I was wrong on both accounts. Despite the nature/nurture argument for gender specific toys, I’m convinced that boys innately love thrill-seeking toys. I’m guessing this T-Rex ATV would be a big hit for boys of the three to five-year-old set.

Like an old school transformer, Fisher-Price’s A.T. Rex, $289.99, is a Power Wheel vehicle turned T. Rex. With light-up eyes and ferocious roar it drives in two speeds (2.5 and 5 mph) but has a high-speed lock-out for beginners. Equipped with a Power Wheels Monster Traction drive system, this dino can claw its way through any backyard terrain.

Star Baby: Soap Star Baby Style – How Does Alison Sweeney Dress Her Son?

SunnyChanel — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Being a major star on a popular soap opera can be quite lucrative. If you throw in moonlighting as a host of a hit reality program like The Biggest Loser then I bet your kid’s clothing budget is more than most people’s rent. Days of Our Lives star Alison Sweeny celebrated the upcoming birth of her second child with a baby shower at the Treehouse Social Club in Los Angeles. Her 3-year-old son Benjamin Edward slid down a slide wearing a pair of fancy schmancy Burberry Toddler’s Cuffed Jeans. If you want to get some designer soap opera-ish sytle for your kid, you’re in luck. These jeans that are regularly $105 are on sale for $73.50 from Saks 5th Avenue.

Star Baby: What Does Naomi Watts' Son Believe In?

SunnyChanel — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:28:00 GMT

Not only does Naomi Watts’ son Sasha apparently believe in peace (hence the black peace sign sweater) but apparently he also believes in comfort. On a recent walk with his knocked up actress mom, Sasha wore a sporty pair of Rileyroo Sportie Shoes in Butterscotch ($29.94 here). These soft leather shoes have rubber padded soles and are accepted with yellow and green. The Velcro strap makes getting them on and off a breeze, especially when you’re faced with the challenge of wiggly baby feet.

Via Celebrity Baby Scoop

Little Boy Chic - The Name Says It All

elizabeth leach — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Boys clothing can be just as much fun as girls’ and there’s an entire website to prove it. Little Boy Chic carries stylish clothes, shoes, and accessories for newborn boys to 8 years. Shop your favorite brands all in one place and without having to share with the girls! Here are a few of my favorites and I warn you that I had trouble picking just a couple...

The above Star Hooded Hand-Knit Cotton Sweater will be both you and your son's favorite sweater this winter. You'll like it because the colors coordinate with everything and you know he'll be warm. Even his head and hands will be warm because of the hood and hand warmer. He'll like it because it's made with soft 100% cotton yarn and because of the fun star. This sweater is also available in blue with brown and yellow accents. In sizes 6 months to 6 years. ($60)

Small Paul Professional Mondee Undies don't just have the days of the week printed on them but also the profession Julius is trying out that day. I like Julius as the business guy. Available in sizes 2-7 years. (Pack of seven for $38)

No Added Sugar Playsuits are luxuriously soft and come in jewel bright colors. Made in Portugal from 100% premium interlock cotton with a super cute embroidered logo on one leg. I wish this came in my size! If only my clothes were this soft and comfy. Check out the other No Added Sugar playsuits. Each one is cuter than the next. Available in 3-12 months. ($49)

Go Fish Pajama Set by Hatley are definitely not your average Carter’s pajamas. Your little boy will delight in the beautiful bright fishies. Super combed fabric make them super soft. Check out the other Hatley pajamas. Every one could be your little boy’s favorite pj's with Pirates, snowboarding, aliens, and superheroes. ($28)

A-Maze T-Shirt by Wonderboy is for the little hipster. Charcoal grey with light blue seams and layered shirt peaking out from the sleeves. 100% cotton and available for 6 months to 5 years. ($34)

Shop Little Boy Chic and always get $6 or free shipping.

Skull And Bones Rugs From Flor

Chris Ford — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:08:00 GMT

Just in time for Halloween, Flor has a new style of carpet tile that, while it's good for the holiday, might also be something adolescent boys might like as well. The Funny Bones area rug is black and white and full of skulls. But unlike it's name, there isn't anything funny (or cutesy) about it.

The area rug is made up of 9 tiles and measures to about five feet by five feet. But because it's made up of carpet tiles you can always customize it to the dimensions you want.

Funny Bones Rug, $129.99 for a 9 tile rug ($5.37 sq. ft.) from Flor.com

Duds for Your Little Dudes--At a 10% Discount

Erin Behan — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:03:00 GMT

I've written about my search for cool boys clothes, so it's no surprise that the Little Dudes website caught my eye. Unabashadly about making your kid into a rocker dude, skater dude, punk dude, trendy dude, vintage dude (with the clothing and accessories categorized by type), the site is set to equip your little one for whichever trend his heart desires. One of my favorite finds is this Delicious Vinyl T-shirt ($27 in 6T), which will hopefully spurn a discussion about the history of soul, funk and hip-hop. I'm less sure about this leather skull cuff by Ollie baby ($22, ages 1-6), at least for 1-year-olds, but by age 6, I'm guessing it would make your little dude the coolest one in school.

Order with the code "babble" for 10% off.

Velour Sweatsuit for Baby

Erin Behan — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:54:00 GMT

My love of velour started young and continues to this day, although I'm finding that in one's 30s, there are fewer and fewer times when velour is appropriate. Baby dress code is much more relaxed, which is why I'm heartily recommending this velour sweatsuit (although I am choking on the price, $69, plus $2 for personalization). The brown velour suit comes with pink, blue or white piping, with a matching gusset and interior hood lining. The details are such that I'm guessing the old Italian men in my neighborhood would approve.

Boys Can Play Dress-up, Too

Erin Behan — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:22:00 GMT

Nothing dresses up your little "Dennis the Menace" like a snazzy tie. This one, from new website Shop Ashley York ($12.95), features a black and white canvas top layer and a black corduroy bottom layer. What I find most amusing, however, is that the tie is meant to be too short, ensuring that if your kid can't pull off the discombobulated kid look naturally, it's still guaranteed to happen.

Paul Frank Youth For When Your Kids Outgrow Small Paul

Chris Ford — Fri, 30 May 2008 12:06:00 GMT

As a parent of an (almost) two and four year old, I've been a fan of Small Paul for some time now (especially some of the t-shirts). But the older my kids get the more I realize they won't be little forever. Fortunately Paul Frank has figured that out too, and now he has a line of clothing for older kids - Paul Frank Youth.

Paul Frank Youth has some of the same design motifs as the Small Paul stuff does (notably the little monkey Julius), but all of the clothes are designed for older kids. There are some nice dresses and tops for girls, and I'm a fan of the denim stuff for boys (as well as the skull and crossbones hoodies). As a dad of younger kids I'm kind of beyond my expertise, so I'll let you be the judge.

Check out the Paul Frank Youth collection at PaulFrank.com.

Automoblox X9X SUV Toy Car

Chris Ford — Mon, 05 May 2008 18:02:00 GMT

We've told you about Automoblox before, but there's a new car out that is even better. The Automoblox X9X SUV is green, rugged and might just be the coolest toy car I've ever seen.

Automoblox is a toy that comes in parts (blocks), and with a little work assembles into a car. The X9X SUV has running boards, a roof rack, spare tire and skid plates. It looks like fun to put together and fun to play with once it's done. And the green tires and windshield? I'm guessing that means it's an Hybrid.

Automoblox X9X SUV, $40 from Unica Home.

Big Deal: FLOR Carpet Tiles for Kids On Sale

Chris Ford — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 17:13:00 GMT

FLOR are the tile-sized squares of carpet that are a great alternative to traditional rugs and carpet (that I've sung the praises about before). Right now they have some selected tiles on sale, including some tiles for children's rooms.

The patterns for kid's rooms are Happy Landings (a subtle, airplane design that looks thoroughly modern - pictured) and Raining Cats and Dogs (available in "Blue Sky" or "Orange Thunder"). Both were originally $10.99/tile, but Happy Landings is now $8.79/tile and Raining Cats and Dogs is $7.69/tile.

Check them out at the FLOR "Shop Sale" page at FLOR.com.

7 Days of Eco-Friendly Toys: Playsam Cars

Chris Ford — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:34:00 GMT

I'm not exactly sure what an "eco-friendly toy" is, but when I think about my favorite wood toys that we own, this toy car from Playsam is always at the top of the list.

The Streamliner F1 is the most simple of toys. Basically it's a smooth oval body, four wheels and a little guy that you can take out. Made entirely out of wood, it's the sort of thing you just love looking at. It doesn't make any sounds or require any batteries, but both of my girls loved playing with it. A word of warning though, make sure the little guy is out of the hands of teething toddlers, as he will inevitably get chipped.

Check out the Streamliner F1 and all of the toys from Playsam at Playsam.com.

T-Shirts for Boys from Monster Republic

Chris Ford — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 22:43:00 GMT

I'm lucky enough to be the father of daughters, and while they are beautiful girls, as a dad I don't get to dress them up in badass t-shirts. (Not because they aren't badass chicks, because they are, but because they prefer pink). So for all the parents of boys, check out these t-shirts by Monster Republic.

My favorite is the Kung Fu Master Tee (pictured), but there are lots of others (like robots and Mexican wrestlers) too. The Kung Fu Master shirt even has a couple of badass tigers on the back of it. Sweet.

Monster Republic T-Shirts, $42 to $46 each from Black Wagon.

Big Deal: Sale On Tea Collection Boys & Girls Wear

Leigh-Ann Jackson — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 14:00:00 GMT

Tea Collection's sale offers markdowns of up to 65% off regular (steep!) prices.

Everything from Peruvian inspired wrap sweaters and tunic sweater vests (sale price, $21), to T-shirts festooned with Kanji words of wisdom are on sale. If you want your kid to look like a Liberal Arts degree-having, globe-trotting TA, look no further.

This twill coat (sale price, $41) looks like it should come with its own McSweeney's subscription and hard-to-break macchiato habit.

More standard kid fare is available, too.

Snap-front hoodie, on sale for $26.

These cords come in hot pink, brown and black and make great stock-up options for boys and girls. They're each $17, down from $49.