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Skip Hop Bedding. Finding just the right baby bedding can be a nightmare. Sure the options abound, but so many are downright kitschy or else carry a hefty price tag. Thankfully the smart folks at Skip Hop (creators of our favorite Pronto! changing pad) have just introduced a line of adorable and luxurious bedding, in cool mod prints at a fraction of the cost of most designer sets. Sure they're not as cheap as some of the ones you'll find at Target, but all it takes is brushing your hand over the satin-like cotton of the Skip Hop set and you'll be sold. We love the Mod Dot collection because it is fabulous for boy or girl.
Priced from $20-220 at skiphop.com. |
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Frog Prince. When we first saw this binky/plush toy all of us Mamas said, "Ugh!" Our thoughts: who in their right mind would want a purple frog hanging out of their mouth? Evidently, baby does. Put this toy in front of a 3 month old and he/she will know just what to do with it and, in fact, might never want to part with it.
Clearly grown-up eyes are not always the best judges of baby toys. I guess it is a good reminder for us moms that eventually (and perhaps sooner than we'd wish) our opinions won't count for much. $45 for four frogs at babydagny.com. |
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Sleeping Beauty. Nothing says "do not disturb" better than this swanky silk sleep mask. Peppermint aromatherapy pouches are hidden inside the mask to help ease tension -- like say, from too many hours of whining. $20 at bathbybettijo.com. Use code "MommyTimes" for 15 percent off your entire purchase. |
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Ribbies Clippies. Finally, adorable hair clips that aren't too frilly. In fact, these handmade clips are so cute -- in a fresh and simple kind of way -- that Mom will be tempted to steal them. Although they're made with an ingenious foam insert so they'll stay put in thin, baby hair. $8 per pair at ribbiesclippies.com. |
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Ciao!. While your little one is learning, let his tee do the talking... in Spanish, French and Italian. These fun t-shirts sport popular international sayings so your kid will look like the smartest on the block. $22 at ilcoccodimamma.com. |
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Blooming Babies. These whimsical hats are hand crocheted and topped with a huge bloom -- a look that few s could pull off, but on a baby they're to die for! Bloomin' Hats by Maggie's Rose are available in a variety of styles and colors, but since they're handmade quantities are limited. $18-44 at itsybitsybabyboutique.com |
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Baby Ava Flip Flops. Sure, Summer is almost over, but we just couldn't resist these adorable baby flip flops. Each pair is hand-made to order by one very clever mama. The flip flops have a soft foam sole and adorable ribbon straps, there are styles for boys and girls. For prewalkers only. $18 at babyavadesigns.com. |
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Tell Me!. This colorful deck of cards is designed to get your family talking -- about something other then who hit who. Perfect on road trips to entertain those little, wary travelers and dozing-driver Dad. $17 at madallie.com. |
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Need a Kaboost?. There are few finer days in a mother's life than when she wipes down that hideous highchair for the last time. Now you can say good riddance ahead of schedule by giving your regular dining room chair a Kaboost -- this brand new, and very clever contraption elevates a regular chair to the perfect height for your little one. The Kaboost adjusts to fit legs of almost any chair and is safely designed with anti-slip plastic. Goes on sale August 15th! Available in green, chocolate and natural for $40 at kaboost.com. |
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Look Ma, Real Postage!. We've been waiting for an excuse to try it out Photostamps, so with the recent postage rate increase, we went for it. It's so easy (and fun) to upload your photos and preview the stamps online -- the Statue of Liberty's got nothing on your little Lucy. No doubt we'll be finding all kinds of reasons to send a note via snail mail. Available in several postage denominations at photostamps.com. |
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Itzy-Bitzy. Hip children's clothier Zutano recently launched a collection of newborn clothes called Itzy-Bitzy, designed for brand new babies. The ultimate bringing home baby outfits -- they'll actually fit your little one just as soon as they're born. Perfect for those impatient moms (like us!) who hate waiting for baby to grow into things. We also adore the hip styles and prints, which are anything but babyish. $8-20 at OlieBolen.com. |
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Janod Pyramid Blocks. A staple from childhood -- our nesting blocks were not nearly as neat as this hard-to-find pyramid set from the clever French toymaker Janod. As junior spends endless hours stacking them up and knocking them down these snappy blocks will be teaching your little einstein numbers, colors and balance. $30 available for a limited time in the United States at Target stores. |
