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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.

Hubba-Hubble: Skip Hop Outer Space Bumpy Playball

Aaron Burgess — Mon, 18 May 2009 15:30:00 GMT

If you've been following the NASA astronauts' mission to make repairs on the Hubble Space Telescope, you know those are some serious manual-dexterity skills at work up there. With its easily grasped loops, nubs and textured edges, Skip Hop's Outer Space Bumpy Playball can help to get your future space-walkers' digits ready for such daunting tasks. The ball is one of several new space-themed goodies from Skip Hop -- and gravity, of course, comes standard with the line.

$15 from Skip Hop.

Star Baby: Donald Trump Jr. Plays with the Stroller / Diaper Bag Ratios

SunnyChanel — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:30:00 GMT

What’s wrong with this picture? The stroller to diaper bag ratio is way off. Generally, the stroller cost is in line with the cost of the diaper bag that mom carries. For example, if baby has a Bugaboo Stroller (retail price $759) then mom might splurge on a Prada Diaper Bag (retail price $1100) and if they have a Chico stroller (retail price $69.99) then they’ll probably go sensible with a Skip Hop Diaper Bag ($79). It's simple math.

Here Donald Trump Jr. and his wife Vanessa (who just had their second child this week), were shown blatantly toying with the ratio when they ventured out with a Graco Metrolite Stroller (retail price $159 - on sale now for $89.99 ) and a Gucci Diaper bag ($975). Yup, the ratio is off, way off. If you want to dabble in either end of the spectrum, check out the Graco from Albee's Baby here or the Gucci Diaper Bag from Neiman Marcus here.

Skip Hop's Swipe Turns Every Diaper Change Into High Noon

Aaron Burgess — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMT

I love how badass this photo makes Skip Hop's Swipe baby-wipes case look -- "ass" being the operative word for what you'll attack with the thing, of course.

A BPA-, PVC- and phthalate-free holster that lets you keep wipes at the ready, the Swipe features a strap that's designed to snap onto your bag, belt loop or stroller. The quick-draw button gives you one-handed access to wipes when you need 'em, while the translucent shell ensures you won't have to keep opening and closing it to see how many wipes you have left.

My favorite feature of the Swipe, however, may be the price tag: $8 from Skip Hop.

Babble Makes Your Holiday Dreams Come True

editors — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:31:00 GMT

One of the best things about this job is checking out all the new merchandise coming down the baby gear pike. As you can see, we have been busy this holiday season. But our perusing is your gain as we’re giving away a TON of baby, adult and kiddo products this month on Babble. How do you win?

There are so many ways! If you’re looking for the perfect gift and/or free goods including: handmade wonders from Etsy, personalized photo books, electronics and gifts for the grandparents go no further than our Holiday Gift Guide. We have over 30 amazing items for free – for you!

If a top of the line stroller and car seat are on your wish list, head over to The Babble Playground and join our Photo Contest. The winner goes home with a Quinny Buzz 4 with Dreami bassinet, Quinny box accessory and Maxi-Cosi Mico car seat. Nice!

Did you ask Santa for a camera/GPS/underwater camera set this year? You are in luck with our Sony Ultimate Giveaway. It’s got all these things.

Need a place to put the baby? The Jeep Trek Easy-Travel Playard holds everything in one place – and we’re giving one away for free!

Baby clothes, toys and maternity wear are also up for grabs. So check out all of our giveaways and have a holly jolly money-saving holiday. – April Peveteaux

First Look: Skip Hop Studio Bag

Nicole Feliciano — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:50:00 GMT

Skip Hop’s got a hot new bag out—-check it out here.

For years parents have loved looping the sturdy Skip Hop bags onto their strollers. Now Skip Hop has a bag worth of taking out on the town. The swank new Studio diaper tote ($98) comes in four contemporary colors: champagne, slate, black and chocolate. The Studio can go from play date to dinner date without missing a beat. Subtle rouching gives the tote a sophisticated air and details like nickel feet make this bag resemble something you’d buy on 5th Avenue not Babies R Us.

In addition to good looks, this bag's a dream when it comes to organization. There are two insulated pockets and ten more places to stash all of life’s little necessities, such as pacifiers and gold fish.

Multitasking Moms could even be bold enough to tote this to the office for pumping sessions--that is milk, not iron. The sleek styling will never give away that this bag is stocked with baby gear not the latest dividend reports (and let's face it who wants to see those these days).

ABC Kids Expo 2008: New Skip Hop Bath Time Products

Chris Ford — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:33:00 GMT

We've already told you about the new bath toys and ladybug organizer from Boon, but Skip Hop was also showing off some new bath products at ABC. The Tubby toy organizer keeps the tub tidy and the Moby spout cover is a cool rubber duck alternative for the faucet.

The Tubby organizer is made of washable neoprene and mesh, and has suction cups to stick to your bathroom tile. The Moby spout cover is adjustable to 80% of tub spouts. Both will be available in January or February of 2009.

The Tubby will retail for around $20.00 and the Moby will retail for around $13.00. Check out other Skip Hop products at skiphop.com.

ABC Kids Expo 2008: Hare Grooming Set from Skip Hop

Chris Ford — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:01:00 GMT

Another fun thing from Skip Hop at ABC is the Hare. A bunny rabbit shaped "grooming set," which basically means a baby comb, brush and mirror. The brush and comb make up the ears, and when you turn the bunny head upside down you see the mirror.

Good for gift giving, Hare by Skip Hop will be available in October 2008 and will retail for around $20.00. SkipHop.com

ABC Kids Expo 2008: Mate Stay-Put Mat and Plate From Skip Hop

Chris Ford — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:02:00 GMT

Everyone knows and loves the diaper bags from Skip Hop, but it's the new things that aren't diaper bags that got me excited this year at ABC. The first really cool thing I saw was "Mate", the toddler plate, placemat, spoon and fork set.

The Mate has a skid resistant place mat that the plate and utensils snap into, but the best thing (other than it looks good) is that the plate is microwavable. All the parts are dishwasher safe and are BPA, PVC and Phthalate free.

Mate Stay-Put Mat & Plate will retail for around $20.00 and will be available October of 2008. It's not on the web site yet, but you can still check out SkipHop.com

Skip Hop's New Toys

elizabeth leach — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Introducing Skip Hop's new line of toys sold exclusively at Babies "R" Us. (You, go, Babies "R" Us!) There are two beautiful collections: "Garden Floral" and "Outer Space and both are in the Skip Hop tradition of contemporary colors and modern shapes. (More images after the jump...)

Both collections include cushioned activity playmats, plush stackers, plush blocks, plush rattles, and other plush toys. Available on-line now and in stores starting September 1.

First Week Home: 3 Great Non-Girly Diaper Bags

editors — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 20:21:00 GMT

Let’s be honest with each other: any bag can be a diaper bag. But although I sometimes leave the house with only a few diapers and a burp cloth stashed in my regular purse, I really like these 3 diaper bags.* The abundance of pockets and super-practical design means I’ll probably continue to use them long after I stop using diapers. And since they’re not pink and frilly, my husband and I can switch off without shame.

Dadgear “Messenger” Diaper Bag - $82

Best Feature: The main pocket has an ingenious Velcro closure, allowing for easy access to all your stuff – even when you’re holding a baby.

Downside: For a large bag, it has a pretty narrow space – so bulky items don’t always fit.

Petunia Picklebottom “Scout” Diaper Bag - $235

Best Feature: It’s gorgeous. My husband has co-opted this bag as a briefcase and has gotten tons of compliments. In fact, PPB includes two separate inserts for the bag, one of which is designed for post-baby laptop carrying. It also comes with a generously sized changing pad.

Downside: It’s solid leather, which means it’s heavy. Also, it’s expensive. But my husband plans on using it until it falls apart -- which will probably be in about fifty years.

Skip Hop “Dash” Diaper Bag - $64

Best Feature: The outside pockets, with Velcro or magnetic closures, allow for easy access to keys and pacifiers. Also fits perfectly over stroller handles.

Downside: I dig the 70s color scheme. My husband does not.

If you’re up for some online shopping, there are also tons of great handmade diaper bags on Etsy. Leave your favorites in feedback. – Gwynne Watkins

*Why do I have 3? I actually have more than 3. But that’s because Babble gets lots of samples. You seriously only need one.

Skip Hop Toolbox Helps Fix Dirty Diapers

Chris Ford — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:04:00 GMT

I've never been one much into diaper caddies, but if you've got to carry your Pampers and wipes around the house with you, then you could do a lot worse than this one - the Skip Hop Toolbox.

The "Toolbox" will carry a dozen diapers and has pockets all around for cremes, nail clippers or whatever else you might need. The side pockets are even removable. Comes in pink (shown), blue and green, or white.

Skip Hop Toolbox, $38 from Amazon.com

7 Days of Bedding: Skip Hop's New Design

Erin Behan — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:26:00 GMT

As a mom-to-be who just spent a great deal of time searching for gender-neutral nursery gear, I'm really appreciating Skip Hop's new Mod Dot bedding. And in the world of designer bedding, the amenities of the five-piece set are high, without the attachment of a sky-high price tag. Plus the design is kid-friendly without alienating adults (you know, the ones who these crib sets are really for!).

A five-piece crib set--comforter, bumper, TWO sheets (not one like many other sets), and a reversible crib skirt--runs $220 on the company's web site. The 100 percent cotton pieces are 385 thread count and if you like matching, then there's accessories like a lamp, wall organizer, blanket, pillow, etc. Now, wouldn't it be great if your baby's bedroom was really a corner of what looks like a spacious Brooklyn loft with Manhattan skyline views?

Design with David Netto: Skip Hop's Food Organizer

editors — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Skip Hop has kind of been on a roll doing kitchen products, though they are better known for their excellent diaper bags (my favorite is blue camouflage). First they came out with a really nice bottle-drying rack, very futuristic, and now they have this baby food organizer ($24, in white or red), which I'm crazy for. You always have a section of the kitchen counter that gets taken over by baby things, and then the food is off somewhere else . . . Forget that; keep everything together in this little tower of power.

Design with David Netto appears in drool.icio.us every Thursday.

Every Meal's a Work of Art with the Skip Hop Palette Plate

Mir — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 16:05:00 GMT

It's probably the average toddler's refusal to eat much of anything that makes us parents so invested in finding just the right diningware for them; maybe if we had the right dishes, they'd eat! Skip Hop's new Palette Plate ($28) comes as close to perfection as anything I've seen (our recent Babble Best notwithstanding; this wasn't out yet when that was written). Designed for the way most toddlers graze -- a little of this, a little of that -- it's both eye-catching and functional. The bottom and handy drink pad have no-slip grip, and the included lids mean you can save any rejected food for the next meal.

Just don't come crying to us when Junior goes all Jackson Pollock with his yogurt.

Big Deal: Skip Hop Saddle Bag

Karen — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 15:32:00 GMT

Amazon's Friday Sale is on and today they're practically giving away these Skip Hop Saddle Bags for $12.99 (regularly $34.00).

These handy bags add storage to your stroller and fit nearly every model. Hurry! It's only for today!

First Look: Table Fun by Skip Hop

Gwynne Watkins — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 17:11:00 GMT

Thus far, Skip Hop's only venture into mealtime has been this ubiquitous baby food organizer (which requires more counter space than we possess -- meaning any -- but David Netto likes it). In September, Skip Hop will be offering Table Fun, a limited-edition series of five-piece feeding sets. Made of melamine (a.k.a. good plastic), they're suitable for children of any age, and they're designed by artist-of-the-moment Eleanor Grosch. Each set will cost $24. Our favorite is the Sea Critters, above; more designs after the jump.

Table Fun will be available in early September; keep checking the Skip Hop website.