droolicious : gift

For the Bitter Baby Investor

SunnyChanel — Fri, 22 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Did baby get his or her college fund whipped out by a recent Ponzi scheme? Did baby decide to sink all their money into the American car industry? Or is baby just plain bitter? This ‘Wall Street Got a Trillon Dollar Bailout and All I Got Was This Lousy Shirt' onesie could address any or all of those scenarios. You can pick one of these 100% cotton onesie by Pixie Rock is available from Kitsel here for $20.

Forget Save the Whales - Save the Newspapers

SunnyChanel — Fri, 15 May 2009 04:01:00 GMT

By the time your baby can read newspapers, hopefully newspapers will still exist. This I Want to Read the New York Times onesie comes off not as just a precocious message but as a heart felt battle cry to save the newspaper of record from extinction. It’s a save “the gray lady” rather than a save the whales shirt. You can support the Times by picking up one of these baby suits here for $12.

Etsy Alert: Give a Hoot

SunnyChanel — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 17:50:00 GMT

When looking for a present, give a hoot! Well, actually give something that hoots, like this handmade Mira Large Night Owl. Etsy maker Rabbits Moon from Brooklyn, New York, created this brightly colored bird out of a variety of vintage and new cotton fabrics. Mira measures about 14” by 9” and can be used a child’s toy, as nursery decoration, or hey, even on your couch. She is baby and kid safe. You can pick up one of these hand crafted owls from Rabbits Moon here for $46.50.

Super Hero Blankie Does Double Duty

SunnyChanel — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 06:25:00 GMT

If the crib is a rockin’ don’t come a knockin’. Any baby wrapped up in this Monster Republic Super Hero Blanket already has a head start in coolness. This 100% cotton blankie comes in a perfect swaddle size and features lightening bolts, stars and a skull and crossbones Monster Republic patch.

And this blanket does double duty, after they’ve outgrown the whole swaddling thing it can be tucked into the back of your kids shirt so be used as a cape. Blanket, cape or just crib candy, you can pick one up for any of these uses here for $32.

OMG! Crocheted Baby Cowgirl Boots

Cathy Hale — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:00:00 GMT

I don't even know what to say about these other than, OMG! Too cute for words! These tiny treasures are made of 100% soft cotton and hand-crocheted for 6-12 month size. Perfect for the little cowpoke princess in your life. What a fun gift idea! (Measurements are 4.5" sole, which is a size 4.) Shop Bright and Bold.

Hop To It! Personalized Easter PJs

Cathy Hale — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Hop to it! Get your personalized Easter PJs while they're hot! These appliqued jammies can be embroidered with your child's name. Cottony soft and designed to be snug. Available in size 6 months up to 8 youth. Order by April 1st to ensure delivery by Easter. $48 at Chasing Fireflies.

Got Baby Teeth? Well, Organize Them!

Cathy Hale — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Keeping baby teeth may seem weird or gross to some of you. Me, I think it's totally normal. In fact, I still have my baby teeth neatly saved in a little wooden box. Anyway...

This is a Baby Tooth Keepsake for the hopelessly sentimental (or just mental). Developed by a dentist/dad, this is a cute, functional and sweet way to store those little pearly whites forever. The illustrated organizer comes in a hand-crafted tin keepsake box. It has a handy chart so you can always remember that toothless grin. I think it's a neat way to take "tradition" a few steps beyond the tooth fairy and share important milestones together - no matter how small. The album comes in an organza bag, so it makes for a unique gift too. Check out Baby Tooth Album for many more Tooth Fairy-approved items.

Eebee's Adventures

elizabeth leach — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Eebee’s Adventures are different than most children's videos. They are all about active play. You and your child can play right along with Eebee and his friends. Each video explores playing with every day objects and all the wonderful things they can do. (These videos remind me of the class my 18 month old and I take, so it’s like having the class at home whenever I want!)

In “All in a Day’s Play”, Eebee and his friends discover all the every day moments that make up a baby’s day. From making music with kitchen objects to puppet shows with socks, this video is full of wonderful surprises that babies can relate to (even taking naps when they get tired). In “Exploring Real Stuff”, Eebee and his pals experiment with cups, spoons, balls and blocks. Also, look for “Figuring Things Out” and see Eebee experiment with turning the light on and off, building pillow mountains, building and stacking and many more games.

Eebee’s Adventures are a great reminder that babies and toddlers don’t need expensive toys to play and learn. Their imaginations and natural curiosities create worlds of adventure in the simplest objects. So, grab a sock and have a puppet show! All Eebee’s Adventures are based on the latest research.

Find Eebee's videos at Barnes and Noble, FAO Schwarz and eebee.com.

Feng Shui for the Nursery

Lisa Estall — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 16:12:00 GMT

This is certainly something I’ve never seen before. Practice Feng Shui on your baby's nursery! The Sanctuary Feng Shui for Baby Nursery kit comes with a 1 oz. clearing spray, a how-to-guide for creating a soothing nursery, a hanging Swarovski crystal, a teddy bear symbol for protection, a rose quartz, and a soothing lullaby CD.

According to the site Empowering Light, by using the items in the kit you will create a soothing environment for your newborn.

The company claims this will make the “proper energy flow” in the baby's room and will positively affects a child's growth, independence and potential development. In that case, give me a dozen!

Seriously, is this something you would buy?

Keep precious memories in The New Baby's Baby Journal

Lisa Estall — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:37:00 GMT

I dig the cover of this memory book. The New Baby's Baby Journal is inspired by the popular series Urban Babies Wear Black. Inside you'll find places to put your most treasured photos and jot down important milestones in baby's first year. There are memory pockets too!

Since I have friends that are expecting, may buy this for one of them!

It's $17.95 at Psycho Baby.

Holy Toledo! It's a Super Hero in A Box!

SunnyChanel — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:30:00 GMT

It’s a carton! It’s a kit! It’s a Super Hero in a Box! Enclosed in this unassuming package are all the elements your little one needs to go from super kid to super hero. The costume set includes a cape, mask and wristbands. Special abilities such as flying, super strength and being about to turn invisible not included. Pick up your starter kit here for $20.

Have a Ball and Try for Your Own World Record

SunnyChanel — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:36:00 GMT

In San Francisco's MIssion District, there is a little liquor store called Pride Superette where a gigantic rubber band ball resides. It’s probably about four feet in diameter. You have to carefully navigate around this quest for Guinness Book of World Records fame to get to the cash register.

Now you can strive for your own quest for super star balldom, or to make a ball to just to play with, using the Band Buddies – Make Your Own Rubber Band Ball Kit which you can pick for $6.95 here. The starter kit comes with a small rubber band and enough rubber bands to get you rolling. World Record not included.

Retrolicious: Irresistible Birdie Mobile

Cathy Hale — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Are you guys thinking Partridge Family or is it just me? I've said it before and I'll say it again, who knew felt could be so dreamy!

This decorative Deco Mobile features four felt Storybook Birds with - get this - a Happy & Sad Cloud dangling in the center. Too cute! Each doll is hand-cut of real felt wool and hand-stiched. Dolls are lightly stuffed with hypo-allergenic polyester stuffing. This makes a wonderful gift because it's packaged in a ribbon-tied handmade bag. Shop Gifts Devine for more retro-inspired goodies for baby.

Yummy! Delicious Diaper Cakes

Cathy Hale — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT

When I watch Ace of Cakes, I'm blown away by the details and amazing creativity. I felt the same way when I stumbled across these magical diaper cakes. You can customize your very own five tier diaper cake thanks to Diaper Cakes Made by Becca. Based in Arizona, Becca aims to please. She delivers creativity, enthusiasm and attention to detail. She also creates adorable diaper wreaths and personalized gifts. If you want to throw the perfect baby shower, skip the edible and give the inedible a taste. Diaper Cakes by Becca.

Eebee's Adventure Books

elizabeth leach — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Eebee's Adventure Books are so much more than books. With interactive fun on every page, your child can play with Eebee and explore all the exciting ways you can play with every day objects. "Laundry Time", "Peek-a-Boo" (above photo) and "Have a Ball" are three fabric books that will have you and your child laughing, learning and discovering new ways to play.

With "Laundry Time", we discover that playing with a basket of laundry offers a world full of possibilities. With soft textures and interesting shapes, it’s much more than a basket of laundry. Let's help Eebee do the laundry. Take the washcloth out of the laundry bag and put it in the wash. Hang Eebee’s pj’s on the line and then put them away in the drawers. And when we’re all done, tuck Eebee in bed under his cozy blanket.

"Have a Ball" comes with it's own little ball and we can discover a new way to play with a ball on every page of the book. Put the ball in a basket, roll it down a slide, have it go for a ride in a wagon and put it through a basketball hoop. There are so many ways to play with this clever book!

In "Peek-a-boo" (first photo), we play peek-a-boo with Eebee on every page. Find Eebee behind a curtain, a silky scarf, a big hat, in a pop up tunnel and a shiny raincoat. Everybody loves peek-a-boo!

Eebee’s Adventures shows us how children learn through playing. Find these books and all the other great Eebee toys and videos at eebee.com, Barnes and Noble and FAO Schwarz.

Star Baby: How Does Gwen Stefani Keep Her Baby Warm?

SunnyChanel — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:30:00 GMT

Gwen Stefani was snapped taking her baby Zuma on a shopping trip on a chilly Los Angeles afternoon. How does Gwen keep her baby warm? With the Giraffe Stroller Blanket by Patricia Ann Designs. This extra large and extra soft keeps baby Zuma warm and cozy. My one issue with this item is that they don’t make it in an adult size. You can get your baby one here for $58.

Star Baby: Christiana Aguilera’s Baby Keeps Time

SunnyChanel — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:22:00 GMT

Christina Aguilera, hubby Jodan Bratman and their young son Max (he’s 11 months old), did some holiday shopping in West Hollywood. They bought a Walk On Clock by Yoshitomo Nara. We’re hoping this is a present (in the shopping bag) for little Max. This clock features 84 original drawings by the artist Nara for each hour and each minute of the day. This would be a great way to introduce a baby/toddler to the passage of time, it’s one of those things that would probably prove mesmerizing to a little one and hey, even a big one like me! It’s cool, it’s arty, and it’s expensive. You can pick one up here for $250.

Major League Baseball Baby Blankets

Chris Ford — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMT

I know baseball season is a long way off, but here is a baby shower gift idea I've never seen before. If the parents-to-be in your life are baseball fans, Major League Baseball Team themed receiving blankets might be something you want to check out. Every baby needs an extra blanket or two, right?

The blankets aren't available in every team (that I can find at least) but they have a decent selection over at the Babies R Us web site. You might also want to check out each individual team's web sites too.

MLB Receiving Blankets, $12.99 from Babies R Us (ToysRUs.com).

Star Baby: Suri Watch – Suri Hides Behind Olivia

SunnyChanel — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 20:07:00 GMT

The usually papparazzi friendly Suri Cruise wasn’t interested in a photo op this morning. She opted to bury her face in Mommy Katie’s shoulder and blocked the public’s view of her much photographed face with her Olivia Doll by Gund. This ten inch plush doll dons her classic red dress, just like Suri! You can get your own Olivia doll her for $15.95.

Monkey Tree Mobile Makes A Great Gift

Chris Ford — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:30:00 GMT

One of the best baby shower gifts we ever got was a mobile for the nursery. Not the Fisher Price, make noise for the baby kind, but a beautiful one that hangs off the ceiling above the crib. We've written about mobiles from Flensted before, but my favorite is the one pictured above.

The Monkey Tree Mobile from Flensted has five little monkeys climbing a tree, and is both modern and totally fun. If you're looking for a baby shower gift that's affordable, unique and also perfect for a boy or girl (or a shower for a baby of unknown sex), Flensted Mobiles are definitely something to check out.

Monkey Tree Mobile, $32 from Design Public. Also, check out all the Flensted Mobiles at Design Public here.

Etsy Alert: Busy Blankie for Baby

SunnyChanel — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 16:43:00 GMT

For those little ones who need a little more than just a square of cloth to hold on to, the handmade Alexander Henry Juicy Jungle Ribbon Security Blanket is soft, sturdy and super stylish. This 14 x 14 baby blankie has the whimsical Alexander Henry Juicy Jungle fabric on one side and super soft minky material on the other and 20 coordinating ribbons on the edges for some sensory fun for your son (or daughter). $14.50 here.

The Beauty of the Pinnington Diaper Bag - A Babble Review

SunnyChanel — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:00:00 GMT

I may not be homeless, but I am a bag lady. Clutches, handbags and a flirty purses were my poison before the birth of my daughter. All those smaller (read=unpractical) carryalls have since been shoved to the back of the closet. My new fetish? Diaper Bags.

I got the opportunity to test drive one of the most stunning and also practical diaper bags in the “stylish mom” category – The Anna Diaper Bag by Pinnington Bags. This gorgeous handmade number is made from a silk damask and has a sturdy wool base. Their line includes a bevy of brocades, gorgeous damasks and other luxurious fabrics and rich, subtle and dare I say, romantic hues.

The bag is lined with a colorful laminated thick fabric for easy clean up. A baby bottle, a sippy cup and a diaper could explode in there all at once and after a little clean up, it would be as good as new.

The size of the bag is perfect, I was able to carry all my baby necessities as well as a couple of favorite books, a change of clothes and all my own personal tidbits. And it comes with a laminated cushioned changing pad that matches the lining.
The thick strap is a perfect length for those of us who like to carry a bag slung across the body, something I haven’t been able to do with my other diaper bags. This makes for some great weight distribution, especially when you’re lugging around a ever growing baby/toddler/kid. There are five roomy interior pockets which makes for some super easy organization and two subtle bottle/sippy pockets on either side.

Best of all, when you are done lugging around diapers and changing pads, the Pinnington bags can transition into a fabulous carryall for every day use. It doesn’t scream diaper bag, just style. Now that’s my kind of bag.

You can get one like the one pictured above for $330 here.

Etsy Alert! The Dining Out Travel Bib Set

SunnyChanel — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:30:00 GMT

I wish I had this when my kid was still bib worthy. This very handy bid unfolds (it snaps closed) to revel different pockets for a child size fork and spoon as well as a pack of travel size wipes. I can’t tell you the amount of times we forget one of those four elements. Here, it’s all in one and totally convenient. To find out more or to get one so you’ll never forget any of these items again, click here.

The Oatmeal Bear – The Stuffed Animal That Gives!

SunnyChanel — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:00:00 GMT

This isn’t just an adorable, cuddly, classic and irresistible sweet teddy bear. This is a bear who cares. For every one of these bears that is sold, Pottery Barn Kids will give $10 directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for the treatment and research of pediatric cancer and other childhood diseases.

Give the gift of Oatmeal the bear this holiday season and you won’t only be making you’re the child in your life happy but you’ll be doing some good for kids who really need some help. Get yours here for $20.

Star Baby: Nicole Kidman Wraps Up Sunday – Steal This Look for Less

SunnyChanel — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Nicole Kidman, husband Keith Urban and their 4 ½ month old daughter Sunday were snapped attempting to exit the Ritz in Madrid, Spain. Nicole held tight to baby Sunday and wrapped her up in a luxurious faux fur throw. Since most of us don’t have the blankie budget that the Kidman/Urban family have, you can steal this look for less via BabiesRUs. You can get an Organic Cotton Reversible Blanket in Cream with the same ruffled edge for just $12.98 (it’s on sale – the blanket was $24.99).