droolicious : infant

Be Wild in Stella Blu Clothing

Whit Honea — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 12:01:00 GMT

Stella Blu Clothing makes t-shirts and onesies for rocking kids. Their line is self-descirbed as boorish and rebellious, but in a good way, and we are inclined to agree.

The designs are full of confidence, imagination and expression, featuring rock motifs and classic tattoos in sizes ranging from newborn to 6x.

Check out the Stella Blu website and see some mischief on the kids for a change.

Big Deal: Fauna Clothing And Pillows On Sale

Chris Ford — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 18:04:00 GMT

Fauna is the NYC-based company that makes pillows and clothing with animal prints that use photos of actual animals. They're kind of one of those things you either love or hate, and for those that fall into the former category, I just discovered a bunch of their products on sale over at Design Public.

You can get some of the Fauna pillows for as low as $31, but my favorite are the Baby Onesies and Kids T-Shirts. The Cat T-Shirt is $10 off the regular price as well as the Cat Onesie. But there are also bunnies, squirrels and even pigeons to choose from too. All are perfect for your little hipster this spring.

Check out products from Fauna, on sale now at DesignPublic.com

Cloud B Sleep System: Must Have for New Parents

Cathy Hale — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT

It seems like every baby product is a "must have" for new parents. And if you are brand new to parenthood, how do you really know what you need and what will end up in the guest room closet collecting dust? I'm going to call this item a "must have" based on my own experiences as a new mommy. I was consumed with creating the perfect sleeping situation for my babies and worried non-stop if they were too hot or too cold or swaddled too tight, etc.

This is Cloud B's 3-Stage Sleep System designed to help new babies sleep soundly through the first year. And if baby sleeps, the whole family sleeps. It features a small and large LullaBag with a matching LullaWrap, taking baby from newborn up to about 18 months old. The LullaBag is an award-winning sleep sack and the LullaWrap is an award-winning swaddle blanket. When we finally found a sleep sack and swaddle blanket we liked, we bought a bunch of them. (In fact, we couldn't find the one we liked in boy colors, so we ended up buying pink ones!) The LullaBag Sleep System retails for $99.

Duck! It's a Rattle!

Cathy Hale — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Quack! Quack! Rattle! Rattle! This soft little pal is sure to become baby's new best friend. Made from the softest Peruvian cotton, this crochet ducky is almost too cute to shake. Makes a great baby gift! Retails for $14 at Estella.

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.

New Parent Must-Have: The Snuzzler

Cathy Hale — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 16:30:00 GMT

Every time a cute, anxious, pregnant mom asks me what she really needs, I always say "a Snuzzler." There are lots of baby gadgets and gizmos out there, but I think this is a must-have. Why? Because even though all infant gear looks tiny, it's always too big. The Snuzzler, by Kiddopotamus, is a cozy insert you can put in the swing, stroller, baby rocker - everything. It's designed to fit an infant perfectly, even in seats with harnesses. You can see the Snuzzler in action on the TODAY Show.

If you're expectinga bundle of joy, add this innovative item to your registry. It also makes a wonderful baby shower gift. You can find Snuzzlers at most baby stores, including Target. A+++

Note: Please read comment below RE: car seats.

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).

Big Deal: 20% Off Clothing & Accessories at Style Kid

elizabeth leach — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Style Kid has a great selection of styles for babies and kids! We wrote about their fabulous custom shape, birthday and initial shirts a few weeks ago. (See that post here.) This would be the time to snap up a few for your kids and as gifts for others. Get 20% off code after the jump...

Shop Style Kid and for 20% off use code: sale5 until tomorrow, November 21

New Arrival: Bumbleride Indie Stroller

alibaba — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:44:00 GMT

Urban stroller fanatics, rejoice! The Bumbleride Indie Stroller has finally hit the market in five colors; two of which are new (spice and seagrass) and one which is limited-edition (bwana, shown above). It comes with all the basics – cup holder, bumper bar, air pump and footmuff, and the infant seat is compatible with a wide variety of car seats on the market. All fabric pieces except the outer canopy construction are machine-washable. Its handle is adjustable for height and it simple compact fold design. The stroller weighs 20 lbs – perfect for city moms & dads who fold and lug strollers up and down subway stairs and into the back seats of cabs.

Available for $399 at Fawn & Forest.com (free shipping! No sales tax!)

Hand Made: Booties for Your Nimble Little Mouse

Erin Behan — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:53:00 GMT

We've posted about Etsy's Pretty Little before, and if anything the shop's booties have gotten even more adorable. These felted merino wool mouse booties are, of course, made by hand, and come in sizes up to 12 months old. A velcro closure keeps them secure. Given the time and attention that goes into making each one (crocheting, felting, needle felting, and regular old sewing), the $36 pricetag seems pretty reasonable.

What's a WooBee?

elizabeth leach — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:42:00 GMT

A WooBee is a water and wind resistant blanket with grosgrain ribbon ties to secure to your stroller or car seat. The WooBee comes in many modern colors, several different fabrics (plush, print, and velvet), and several sizes. There are many uses for a WooBee, so they're handy to keep in your car or baby bag and they fold up nicely without bulk. Whether you're using it as a changing pad, picnic blanket, nursing cover, or stroller blanket, you'll always feel stylish with your WooBee!

The above photo is the new, super chic Urban black/black WooBee. WooBee is made by Rain or Shine Kids. Buy your WooBee here.

New from One Step Ahead: Play Mats and Play Time

elizabeth leach — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:53:00 GMT

Tummy Time Safari is the cutest tummy time mat I've seen. It's also bigger than most tummy time mats and cushioned so it's comfortable for those sensitive tummies. Baby can practice tummy time while surrounded in a land of brightly colored, safari friends. An activity panel attaches onto one side of the mat where there is a lion hiding behind peek-a-boo, crinkly bushes, a mirror framed in palm trees, a plush parrot, an elephant, and a crinkly butterfly. (One more play mat and a sensory toy after the jump...)

I can almost hear the safari sounds now! Purchase the Tummy Time Safari for $49.95.

The 3-in-1 Stepping Stone Play Mat (below photo) comes in six triangular pieces that can be configured in many ways. As a hexagon, it's tummy time and play mat for an infant. Toys are in easy reach to amaze and entertain. Fit the pieces as a curved lane and baby can crawl from piece to piece to examine the toys. And then the toys can be fitted together as two pyramids while baby sits or stands and plays. This toy literally grows with your child! Attached toys include, plush and crinkly octopus, house with peek-a-boo door with mirror, rotating and squeaking plush sun, plush rattle fish, peek-a-boo sailboat, mirrored flower, and crinkly leaf. Each triangular piece is a different bright color and is made of soft and washable fabric. Purchase the 3-in-1 Stepping Stone Mat for $49.95

What's Inside Toy Box (below photo) is ingeniously designed because instead of a lid there is fabric on the top so baby can't see inside. He has to put his hand inside the box and feel around to grab something. And what's inside? Eight adorable sensory toys, decorated with satin accents. Your child will delight in pulling these toys out of the box: an octopus, house, rocket, monkey, polka dot animal, sun with mirror, sailboat, and lion. Cute images and satin tags decorate the outside of the box. Purchase What's Inside Toy Box for $34.95.

I Need A Change Onesie

Chris Ford — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:31:00 GMT

Etsy, I love your amazing hand crafted things, but I especially love your clever ideas. This Obama onesie isn't the best looking item, but if you're judging based on clever ideas only, this one should be grouped at the top.

The Barack Obama I Need A Change Onesie is $9.99 at Etsy.com. And from now until election day, buy two onesies and get one for free.

Mama Simpson’s Hunk

alibaba — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:55:00 GMT

It’s no secret that celebrities do the vast majority of their baby shopping at Petit Tresor in LA. This does strike me as curious seeing as how gossip rags always seem to find out (almost instantly) exactly what the celebs purchased. Do the sales girls simply save copies of the receipts for The Star? Anyhow, recently soon-to-be-mom Ashlee Simpson and her rocker hubby stopped by to further fuel rumors that they’re expecting a boy by purchasing a set of Plain Mary t-shirts emblazoned with “yummy,” “hunk” and “loved.” This is similar to the gift set that Jamie Lynn Spears reportedly sent to Bristol Palin. If anyone out there knows what kind of pregnancy-safe hair dye Mrs. Wentz is using these days to keep her locks red, please comment. I love the shade on her.

Hunk t-shirt available in sizes from infant through 12 months for $28 on the PlainMary.com site.

The Sensible Stroller Purchased By The Scranton Branch On The Office

Chris Ford — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:01:00 GMT

A lot of people have commented on my post about the Orbit stroller Dwight Schrute punished unmercifully on last week's episode of the Office, and a lot of them agree with Dwight that a $900 stroller is way too expensive. This led me to think, "If the Orbit was so expensive, what kind of sensible stroller did the Dunder Mifflin Scranton office get for Jan and her new baby?" The answer - a much less expensive option, but by no means a cheap stroller at all.

The Scranton branch pooled their money together and purchased a stroller frame and infant car seat from Graco. The Graco SnugRider Infant Carseat Frame folds up nicely, has two parent cupholders and a basket underneath. More importantly, it only costs $59.99. The car seat they purchased is the Graco SnugRide Infant Car Seat in the Sterling pattern. It has all the typical car seat stuff (five point harness, a base, a handle etc.) and is (according to Graco) "America's favorite infant car seat."

The car seat costs $99.99 bringing the total price tag on the gift to $159.98. Which is a pretty good gift for the baby shower of your bosses ex-girlfriend's baby (that isn't even your boss's baby in the first place).

Huh? You kind of have to watch the show.

You can buy stroller and the car seat from Babies R Us.

And check out the Office on NBC.

Also on Babble.com - The Office's Dwight Schrute Crash "Tests" An Orbit Stroller

Scandinavian Style: Smafolk T-Shirts

elizabeth leach — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:45:00 GMT

We've written about Smafolk in the past (check out our review of their dashchund romper) but now that the weather is getting cooler I couldn't resist writing about their gorgeous long-sleeved t-shirts. Smafolk t-shirts were designed in Denmark and there are so many to choose from, for girls and boys, that I can't choose just one. Sophisticated color combinations and playful, graphic shapes like mod animals and psychedelic flowers make these shirts really stand out from the pack.

Find Smafolk and a fantastic collection of Scandinavian clothes and decor at ittikid.

I'm Kooky for Kooky Dolls

elizabeth leach — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 20:30:00 GMT

These handmade dolls have so much personality! I can see any child making their Kooky Doll an instant best friend. And if you want to get really kooky, Pirate Kooky or Super Kooky is right for you! Kooky Dolls come in a variety of beautiful and trendy fabrics and colors. See more kookiness after the jump...

Kooky Dolls are environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, and can be made in three different skin tones (light, medium, and dark). Made of 100% cotton with soft, flannel faces, and stitched features.

Get Kooky.

The above photos are of Apple Kooky and Super Kooky.

Arabella Miller: Lusciously Bright Organic Clothes

elizabeth leach — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:49:00 GMT

Arabella Miller's organic clothing is certified by the Soil Association of Britain. Their clothing can be traced back to the field where the cotton was picked and the process from start to finish (including the ink) is 100% organic. (Unlike a lot of so called organic clothing out there!) But, the best part of Arabella Miller's clothing is the cool graphic bugs, spacemen, animals, and flowers in lusciously bright colors.

Find t-shirts, pants, rompers, bodysuits, and pajamas for infants and toddlers. By the way, these clothes come all the way from England. They have a cool British sensibility, don't they? (Maybe it's my imagination, but they somehow look British to me, which is a good thing!)

Shop Arabella Miller.

The Office's Dwight Schrute Crash "Tests" An Orbit Stroller

Chris Ford — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 06:52:00 GMT

Wondering what kind of stroller Dwight K. Schrute abused so unmercifully on tonight's episode of The Office? Well, for one it's not just a stroller, it's a total "Infant System." And it's actually a little cheaper than the $1,200 price tag that set him off on the show. At least the part he was running over with his car.

The Orbit Infant System is a modular stroller/car seat system, designed to adapt and grow as your baby grows. With the infant system (the part Dwight was "testing" on the show) you get an infant car seat, a base and a stroller, all for about $900.

The Orbit Bassinet and Cradle was also shown on the show (in the conference room while Dwight was in the parking lot running over the stroller with his car). The Bassinet attaches to the stroller, as well as a Rocker base that can swivel and lock, allowing your baby to rock either front to back or side to side. That part sells for around $280. And eventually as your children grow up, you can buy a regular stroller seat and a regular car seat from Orbit as well.

The Orbit is definitely one of the top stroller/car seat systems out there, and it was cool to see it featured so prominently on The Office tonight. And for $900 (minus the bassinet), it's still cheaper than Dwight's bomb shelter.

Check out the Orbit Infant System at OrbitBaby.com (and find a local or online retailer here).

Or check out the official web site for The Office at NBC.com (and don't miss Dwight's official blog, Schrute-Space).

Also on Babble.com - The Sensible Stroller Purchased By The Scranton Branch On The Office

Big Deal: 20% Off Hand Picked Pumpkin's Custom Baby Clothes

elizabeth leach — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:00:00 GMT

I had so much fun designing my daughter's tee-shirt that I have vowed to give the experience of Hand Picked Pumpkin as a baby gift. Customize a t-shirt, bodysuit, hoodie, pants, dress, playsuit, or romper by choosing from a wide selection of contemporary fabrics. Select the color for the garment (pink, blue, white, brown, or kiwi) and then choose fabric for the trim. (Get code for 20% off after the jump...)

The fun part is choosing the fabrics, of course, and there are so many cool ones to choose from. You can use different patterns for the trim on the neck, cuffs, and back of neck. You can even choose the color for the snaps on the cuffs. Every garment is locally hand sewn and the quality is outstanding. Clothing is made from the softest interlock knit and, of course, it's machine washable.

Look forward to seeing your unique creation in three short weeks. Sizes for 3-24 months. Their popular shirt dress now comes in toddler sizes, too. Shop Hand Picked Pumpkin and get 20% off, until the end of tomorrow - October 15, with code: 2.

Organic Clothing for Your Little Explorer

elizabeth leach — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:37:00 GMT

Scout’s organic clothing is the perfect combination of practical and stylish. Able to stand up to all your child’s adventures, Scout can be worn every day. Choose from Scout's bright, striped leggings and body suits, hoodies with funky embellishments, and (my favorite) animal shirts and bodysuits like this polar bear. Grrrrrr!

Made from the softest, certified organic cotton, these clothes feel amazing (even if organic clothing isn't important to you). The best part is that you don’t have to save them for special occasions. Scout can even survive the playground. Available for infants up to 4T. Shop Scout Baby.

Respect Explorer Tee (above) and Grace Explorer Tee (below) are each $30.

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.

Halloween Rattles Last Longer than the Real Thing

elizabeth leach — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:30:00 GMT

Celebrate baby's first Halloween with a knitted candy corn rattle and pumpkin rattle. Actually, an older child would appreciate the Halloween fun just as much. Neither will rot your teeth or.... get nasty and start to ooze and then you have a big mess to clean up.

Candy Corn Rattle measures L 4.3 x W 3.5 x H 2 in and Pumpkin Rattle measures H 2 x Diameter: 3.5 in. Each rattle is $8.99 at Oompa Toys. Created by Yellow Label Kids and made in Bangladesh.

The Car Seat Poncho Makes Running Errands a Breeze

elizabeth leach — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Now that the temperature is getting cooler, how are you going to keep your child warm when you're in and out of the car running errands? Do you take off his jacket when you get in the car? Do you buckle the car seat under or over the jacket? With the Car Seat Poncho, the car seat buckles go on your child not on their bulky clothes, which is a safety no-no. The Car Seat Poncho makes running errands a lot less annoying. (Get 10% off - details after the jump)

This is how it works: put the poncho on your child before you go outside, place your child in their car seat, unzip the poncho from the bottom and fasten car seat buckles under poncho. What a breeze! You can even take off the poncho without unfastening the seat buckles. There are a few of these ponchos on the market, but I like this one because of the zipper. If your child gets too warm in the car, you can unzip the poncho from the bottom as much or as little as you want. The Car Seat Poncho comes in many different colors and patterns. Buy it here. The first ten customers who mention Droolicious as how they heard of The Car Seat Poncho will receive a 10% rebate check with their order. So, ready set go!

Chalkboard Tees at Red Poppy

elizabeth leach — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:30:00 GMT

Red Poppy is a new on-line store with an impressive selection of hip, modern children’s clothes. Expect to find your favorite brands as well as new brands that will soon become favorites. I'm nuts for their Chalkboard Tees by Class. Write on these t-shirts with chalk and then erase by wiping with a damp cloth. There's even a pocket to hold the chalk!

Chalkboard Tees come in three designs: apple (see photo above), skyline, and bird and sizes 2T - 6T. ($35)

Lucky Fish Tees (below photo) are super stylish. Check out the other designs at Red Poppy. Available in sizes 6 months to 4T. ($35)

Z Spot organic onesies (below photo) are the best basics! They are fantastic for layering and come in a selection of bright colors. Available in sizes 3-18 months. ($12.96)

Shop Red Poppy and see these and many more stylin' clothes for your little hipsters.