Oops Proof: The Best Bibs for Your Baby

Why is it that baby’s food seems to get everywhere but in his mouth? That is why, as a veteran Mommy, you appreciate the virtue of a good bib. Since all bibs are not created equal, our Mom testers put bibs to the test, and here are the ones that cleaned up:

	Leather Mally Bib. These ingenious (not to mention adorable) bibs are made of soft, water-resistant leather so they wipe up easily and always look new. Use the same bib for breakfast, lunch AND dinner -- no more digging for a bib in the laundry hamper. The magnetic closure is nifty because you can hang the bib on the fridge after mealtime, but it was a bit too easy for baby to remove. $31 at mallybibs.com.
	BBibs. Sleeves on a bib -- now there is a good idea. Even if baby likes to get hands on with her food, this bib will keep things tidy. Made from an absorbent terrycloth with three adjustable snaps to make sure you get a good fit. This one is perfect to stash in your diaper bag for when baby will be eating out. The only thing that would make this bib better is if it were made from a wipeable material. $19 at bbib-baby.com.
	SugarBooger Peek-A-Boo Bib. These bibs feature a cute Peek-A-Boo cartoon that baby will love. The nylon-canvas material was a bit stiff at first, but we're willing to overlook that since it seemed to resist stains (even red sauce). We loved the secure snap closure that ensures this bib stays put. $8 at chocolatecakeclub.com.
	Baby in a Blanket Bib.. The best part of these hand-sewn bibs is the very cool retro-inspired fabric selection, and each bib is reversible so you get two adorable prints. This one will definitely see the inside of your washer/dryer, but that just means you don't have to choose between the fabrics you like. Available in infant and toddler sizes. $12-14 at babyinablanket.com.

When Stains Happen. Of course the idea of bibs are to prevent stains, but for the occasional mishap, be sure you've got your Magic Wand. This stain stick from Dritz isn't fancy but it does a pretty good job with even the toughest stains. It even rescued one of my stained skirts that had already been through the dryer (oooh, aaah). $3.50 at amazon.com.
-- Bettijo B. Hirschi

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