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For the Really Really Young Pre Med Student

SunnyChanel — Thu, 21 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Parents instill lofty goals on their offspring. Usually the pressure starts when the kid is in high school or college. But for those who want to get a head start, you can get your child going on the road to greatness when they are newly born.

The Baby M.D. Little Scrubs Two-Piece Layette Set comes in a ‘Doctor’s Bag’ Gift Box. The 100% cotton features a screen print Stethoscope and little pen for making notes in imaginary charts and it even comes with a surgical cap and ‘hospital’ booties. You can pick up for your pre-med student here for $28.

Baby Blankie Boasts Heirloom Appeal

Cathy Hale — Mon, 18 May 2009 19:00:00 GMT

There is something special about this beautiful cotton knit baby blanket. The details, the simplicity and the fact that it's machine washable. Perfection! The Petit Lem baby blanket makes a great gift. And if you're a sneaky crafty kinda mom, you can even remove the ribbon and see if it flies as a handmade creation. Okay, maybe that's too sneaky. On sale for $30 at Lil Sweet Pea.

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

As Cute As A Snail? Hmmm...

Cathy Hale — Wed, 13 May 2009 21:00:00 GMT

I'm not making fun, but when I noticed the name of this layette was Snail Coverall, I snickered. I've seen snails in person and they are far from cute. The little sticky trail they leave behind is far from adorable. Anyway, Lucky Jade disagrees with me. They are proving once and for all that snails are indeed precious, and possibly luxurious too. This layette is made from a cotton and cotton cashmere blend and is available in infant sizes 3/6 and 6/12. Shop Arte Bebe.

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.

Star Baby: Damon Dash’s Dashing Diaper Bag

SunnyChanel — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Hip-hop mogul Damon Dash, the label exec who was one of the founders of Roc-A-Fella, took his infant daughter Talullah Ruth for a spin around the neighborhood. Talhullah’s mom is fashion designer Rachel Roy, so you know she’d make a tasteful diaper bag choice. Here Dash was spotted strolling around with the Jessica Messenger in Blue Latte by Bumble Bags.

The bag can be worn in various ways, as a shoulder bag, backpack, across the chest or can hang from the stroller handles. It comes with a Velcro detachable changing pad and has two large pockets inside as well as four outside plus two bottle pockets. This lightweight and durable bag is available from Layla Grayce for $128 right here.

Photo: via Celebrity Baby Scoop

Spit Up: Organic Armpit Hair for Your Baby

SunnyChanel — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Once upon a time adhering to an organic lifestyle was synonymous with being a hippy, wearing sandals regardless of the weather and letting all your body hair grow and flow freely in the wind. Wry Baby is getting all retro on the organic front and embracing the shave free lifestyle as well as the organic one with this “Enjoying an Organic Lifestyle” hair armpit snapsuit. And yes, it is made of 100% certified organic cotton.

I shudder to think of a baby wearing one of these but if you want to see your little one sporting “copious amounts of armpit hair”, you can pick one up directly from Wry Baby for $27 here.

The ‘9 Month’ Candle Set for the Knocked Up

SunnyChanel — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

If you or someone you love is a follower of aromatherapy, simply likes pretty scents and just happens to be knocked up, well the Childish Maternity ‘9 Month’ Candle Set is a the perfect sweet smelling gift for the mom-to-be.

The nine candles in this set are divided into three group each devoted to one of the three trimesters. “A combination of mandarin, sweet orange, bergamot and patchouli relieves morning sickness and fatigue in the first trimester, while sweet orange and bergamot help with indigestion, edema and slight anxiety in the second trimester. Lavender, cardamom, vetiver, geranium, petit grain and ylang ylang create a calming environment for the third trimester.”

And what’s makes this set even more seductive? It’s on sale. You can pick one up for $39.90 from Nordstroms (was $68).

Wishjack? Drinkle? Snoot?

Cathy Hale — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

"Wishjack" is defined as the act of blowing out the candles on another kid's birthday cake.

"Drinkle" can be defined as the liquid burst emitted when a toddler grips his juicebox to tightly.

Life as a parent is complicated. Thanks to the hilarious KidDictionary by Eric Ruhalter, it just got easier. Ruhalter has defined some of those oddities we all encounter as parents. He has written the ultimate book of words we've needed, but haven't had. You can read more about the author and add this fun read to your library for $12 here. A great gift for new parents! After all, wouldn't we all like to talk gooder?

This Diaper Bag Comes Fully Loaded

SunnyChanel — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:46:00 GMT

The thing about giving a diaper bag as a shower gift is it’s a shell of a thing. Empty. Hollow. Devoid of contents. This basq Maternity Diaper Bag? it comes ‘fully loaded’. The black micro fiber ultra durable bag comes with a full line of luxurious pregnancy skin care items from Basq such as Resilient Belly Stretch Mark Oil, Soothing Foot Relief, Rebalancing Facial Cleanser, and Sweet Dreams Lavender Aromatherapy.

Yes, the goodies inside are pretty tempting but so is the bag itself that has side pockets for bottles or sippys, a changing pad. A perfect gift for that special mother to be. You can pick one up at Saks here for $170.

A Pint of PJs, Please

Cathy Hale — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Looking for a sweet treat for that special new baby in your life? How about a scoop of PJs with a cherry on top...

Baby Aspen brings you this adorable 2-piece pajama gift set. Applique on PJ suit features "Sweet Dreamzzz" in a variety of pastel colors. The matching night cap looks just like a sundae, featuring sprinkles and a cherry on top! The ice cream pint gift box coordinates with the PJ set. Available in size 0-6 months and lots of yummy flavors too like chocolate, strawberry and lime. Retails for $20 at Brea's Baby Boutique.

The Princess of Plates

Cathy Hale — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bright, cheery, fun, functional and dishwasher-safe. What more could you want! If you haven't experienced melamine dishes, they're all the rage. Lightweight, shatter-proof, affordable and great for indoor or outdoor use, these pretty plates will make your little girl smile. These four princesses - in vivid color - are brought to you by French Bull by Jackie Shapiro. Plates are 8" square. $32 for a set at Arte Bebe.

Chic Your Buti-Bag

Cathy Hale — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Diaper changes on-the-go just got a lot easier and a bit more stylish. It's a handy tote designed to keep your booty organized. Let's face it, even the most organzied mommy can get frazzled by her baby's unexpected diaper fiasco in public. Just toss this Bundle bag in your big diaper bag to keep everything you need for baby (and yourself) within reach. You can hang it too, so nothing touches the floor. Makes a great shower gift idea for the glowing mom-to-be. Lots of adorable fabric options! The Buti-Bag Co.

The Babble Review: Labor Kit

editors — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:59:00 GMT

With my first baby, I read the books and had a bag halfway packed two months before my due date. Of course she came early and my favorite sweat pants and socks were in the dirty clothes; I had already taken out the gum and mints because I was too lazy (and waddly) to go the store when I ran out; and all the other things I meant to get to . . . I just didn't.

For the unorganized like me, this all in one Labor Kit, starting at $39.95, would have been a fantastic shower gift, even if I poked fun of its type-A personality. The kit puts everything in one compact bag with a handle you can grab as you're flying out of the house on your way to the hospital. Included in the Standard bag of wonders: Pillow Paws socks with no-slip grip, stay-dry ice pack, Kiss My Face lip balm, maxi-pads, peri bottle, stress ball for squeezing, bassinet and/or hospital bed liners, nursing pads and Lansinoh nipple cream, thank you cards, Pampers Swaddlers, notebook and pen, birth plan and baby stat blank documents, those awesome mesh undies you’ll be needing and plenty of other empty pockets for those breath strips or mints. The Labor Kit also comes in Express, Standard Plus and Deluxe (with mints).

Of course it doesn't have your favorite sweats, but here's my official suggestion: Buy two pair of your favorite comfortable pants/nighties/tank tops and always keep one in rotation. - April Peveteaux

Get it at LaborKit from $39.95 - $89.95.

15% Off Customization from Style Kid

elizabeth leach — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Not only do I love the way these shirts look but it's also really fun to customize your own. With so many cool fabrics to choose from and either initials, numbers, or shapes you can make a t-shirt or onesie that's perfect for your little one. I love the idea of creating a birthday t-shirt with the age of the baby. Get the 15% off code after the jump...

The quality of these shirts is beautiful and the price is very affordable ($14.40). Sizes available for 3 months to 4T. Choose long or short sleeves. Each shirt comes in a bag tied with a ribbon. Buy Birthday Shirt here, Custom Letter Shirt here, and Custom Shape Shirt here. Shapes include: star, heart, apple, bird, or turtle.

Save 15% until November 9 with code: SALE3

Fabric choices:

Little Marc Jacobs Gets Mousey

SunnyChanel — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 16:20:00 GMT

Marc Jacobs has been designing a whimsical and wacky mouse flat for the ladies for years with each season seeing a different take on his ‘classic’. Well for Fall, the Mouse shoe has not just been done in a different color or shade but in a new size, baby sized! These soft leather booties from his Little Marc line, have socks attached to keep baby feet warm and supported. If you got the cheese in your wallet, you can get your little mice from Little Fashion Gallery for £38.50 (that’s about $76 bucks).

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.

ABC Kids Expo 2008: My First Team Board Book

Chris Ford — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:27:00 GMT

Getting ready for the MLB playoffs? Or maybe you're just looking for a good baby shower gift for your buddy's new baby. My First Team Board Book gets the sports propaganda machine working early in your home, illustrating for your toddler all the top things that any particular team devotee should know.

The books are really great. They've got information about each team's history, best players, where the team plays, the mascot as well as the basics of the game. They have licenses with almost all Major League Baseball teams and fifty collegiate teams. They also sell gift sets - a book with a plush ball and glove or a team mascot.

GIft sets retail for $19.95 and the books retail for $10.95. Check them out at MichaelsonEntertainment.com

Forget About Diaper Cake – Get your Diaper Cupcake!

SunnyChanel — Wed, 14 May 2008 15:30:00 GMT

Nothing says “congrats on your new pee machine” more than a big load of diapers. But giving the new parents a box of Pampers or one of those garish over the top diaper cakes says either “I have no imagination” or “I have no taste”, depending on which the giver aims for. But here is a twist on the whole diaper cake phenomenon. Take a big bite out of the Diaper Cupcake! This practical handcrafted concoction of twenty premium disposable diapers is topped with a handmade pink cupcake mini blankie. Each one is custom made and they go for sixty bucks each. Order yours from Etsy crafter extraordinaire jkalea here.

Belted Onesies

Meredith Broussard — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:09:00 GMT

I love this combination of blue and brown (especially in nursery decor), so I was delighted to find it used as a wacky retro accent on this "belted" onesie from Une Petite Etoile Baby. Tees and matching accessories also available; $24 on Etsy.

The Baby Bistro Box: A Complete Guide to Healthy Feeding for Your Baby

aprilpeveteaux — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 18:58:00 GMT

This is a shower gift, plain and simple. While I did dig into this recipe box filled with advice on healthy eating from pregnancy until the baby’s first birthday, recipes included, no mom is going to have time to sit down with this during the first year of madness with the loudest and messiest roommate you’ve ever had. However, if you did get this from your Aunt Martha who is a sucker for a picture of a baby in a chef’s hat, here’s the skinny.

Likes:

Fishy Fish - a very detailed (and recently updated) look into the one food group that is either so good for you that your brain will explode with genius, or will kill you and your child. I’m always confused, and the people behind the box took the time to lay it all on the line. The information I got from my midwife wasn’t this extensive.

Choking Checks – a list of foods you might think you can feed your baby when they start solids, but are actually accidents waiting to happen.

Opt for Organic - advice on when to splurge on organic and when to protect your wallet.

Dislikes:

Monster Meats – deli meats, hot dogs, bacon, sausage and cured meats are all on the ‘no’ list until your babe is two-years-old. Mostly don’t like this because it makes me go, “Oops.”

Never Nuts – I know this is a serious issue, but my one-year-old loved her some peanut butter upon first lick. Depriving her of the luscious protein-packed delicacy for a whole other year while her mother was eating it in front of her by the spoonful would have been cruel.

Get your own box here.