Baby Gear

Looking for some adorable hair acessories for your little girls? Maybe you are searching for a great new gift for the girl who has everything. Either way I have got a great web site for you to check out: Lyla Lou’s.
From their site: We started off making hair accessories for our girls, hoping to make something that was a little different and better quality than what is already out there. We got so excited about what we were making, that we started selling them to friends and family nearby. From there, the products started to sell themselves. We have had so much fun making them that we wanted to make them available to everyone.

These headbands and hair clips are adorable! I love their bright colors and the fact that the accessories can be worn by your daughter as well as you! They are constructed from metal, so they’re less likely to stretch out. They offer clips, headbands and baby headbands (coming soon!) and they are reasonable priced. My daughter has already checked out the web site and delared she wants one of everything and I cannot blame her!
Looking for something even more special, they do custom orders so be sure to check that out!

These would be perfect for every little girl I know and I am planning on wearing this to a wedding we are going to next month.
So much fun!

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Some strollers like the BOB strollers have extra wide handles that do not function with normal diaper bags. The BOB stroller diaper bag has the ability to clip on to each side of all BOB strollers. This is really functional for the duallie models that have extra wide handles and that you can’t use a regular diaper bag with .
These bags come in bright colors that can match your stroller!

Other great features included in this diaper bag are:

31″ x 12″ changing pad
Shoulder strap
Removable waterproof pouch with insulated bottle pocket
Separate zippered pockets for parents and baby
Key clip
Fleece-lined glasses pocket
Cell phone pocket
Easily accessible diaper pocket

BOB is also giving away one Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller to a lucky fan!
New moms and moms-to-be, are you ready to get your workout on? Well here’s your chance to win a brand new Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller that’s going to get you rolling and encourage your health and wellness goals, big or small! To enter, send us a photo of you in your super sweet workout duds, the most creative submission will win! Based on the BOB Revolution, this stroller comes with a Stroller Strides Fitness Kit and is a perfect companion for Stroller Strides class. So, are you a spandex queen? Do you and baby match outfits? Show BOB your funky fashion, custom creation, or silly styling’s when you’re getting fit! The contest will run until June 29th. To enter click on this link.

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I think buying a costume for a baby is a waste of money, especially if it is your last baby like mine. I decided to use a monkey hat I have for him and dress him all in brown. He even already has monkey robeez, so a monkey he will be!
Here are some cute and inexpensive ideas for your littlest trick or treaters:

Lamb- Transform your baby into a precious little lamb in 30-minutes or less with the help of a white sweat suit, a few packages of cotton balls and some fabric glue. To complete this project just glue cotton balls all over the top and bottom of a sweat suit, and your costume is ready to wear.

Pumpkin- dress baby in all orange even footie pajamas. This hat is inexpensive and baby can wear it all fall! So cute!

Beach bum- Just dress your baby out in a swimsuit, floaties and sunglasses, and you’ll have the perfect no-fuss costume. He can carry a beach towel or use it to keep warm and collect candy in a sand bucket!

Ballerina- buy a tutu that can double as a dress for special occasions, then dress your baby in a onesie. Dress it up a cool headband.

Or you can take the real easy way out and just dress your baby in a $5.00 Halloween shirts from Target or Old Navy or a Halloween themed pajamas!

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If you are like me you are crazy over finding baby products that are BPA free, sweatshop free and not made with cheap plastic parts. I assure you it is a challenge, but I found and amazing teether that fits all of my requirements: the RiNGLEY teether.

RiNGLEY is the original Canadian natural teether that combines two efficient teething tools: untreated Canadian Maple and 100% organic cotton terrycloth. These materials have two very different but amazing textures that babies loves for their teething needs.
Made free from dye and without harmful chemicals and made with certified organic cotton.

RiNGLEY’s design allows your child to easily grip the ring and cloth. It can be used wet or dry and easily reaches around a child’s gums and teeth. RiNGLEY is made in two styles: knotted and straight. The Knotted RiNGLEY has wood and then cloth and a knot. The straight RiNGLEY has wood, cloth and cloth on wood. Parents of younger babies usually buy the straight teether because the knots might be big for little mouths.

RiNGLEY was designed with a child’s development in mind. Since infants learn through tactile stimulus, touching and putting things in their mouths, the need for a product made without harmful chemicals and dyes is important. To clean your teether you just hand wash with soap and then hang to dry.
The best part of this teether is that my baby LOVES it!

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It is hard to feel stylish when you are a new mom. Your body is different, the usual time for your hair, nails and grooming are now spent grooming your new baby. I know that I don’t feel cool or stylish when I am carrying a big pink or blue diaper bag! Itzy ritzy is to the rescue, they have gorgeous stylish products made not just for baby for moms in mind too!

Looking for a great nursing covers? These are beautiful lucite buckle and feminine tapered design, so you’re not wearing a d-ring apron! They are machine washable, rigid neckline & lush baby Bamboo serves as built in burp cloth. The best part is you can wear the cover over front baby carriers to block out sun & wind - baby bamboo has an inherent UV protection factor! Itsy Ritsy also makes a smaller version so your daughter can “nurse” her baby too, how cute is that?

They also offer burp clothes, infant car seat covers, toddler seat covers, blankets and shopping cart covers. I have to get my hands on one of their Bitsy Blankets, they look so divine!
If you have not tried bamboo yet, you are missing out it is so soft and luscious. Bamboo is an eco-friendly fabric, as bamboo is sustainable and grown without pesticides and fungicides and is naturally anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and deodorizing. Bamboo needs no harsh chemicals that can irritate tender skin.
All of these products are sweatshop free, thay are made right here in the USA!
They also offer free domestic shipping on all orders over $150.00.
Think of itzy ritzy next time you are looking for a fun, functional and stylish baby gift. In honor of Itzy Ritzy’s appearance on The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch tomorrow night on CNBC, they are offering customers 20% off when you enter the coupon code of “DONNY” through the end of October

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I was not so much of a nervous mother when I brought my babies home from the hospital, I had been around babies all of my life and I pretty much knew what to do and how to do it. A couple of things scared the bejesus out of me: giving the babies a bath and taking a temperature rectally.

My mother and mother in law helped with the baths and eventually I wasn’t so scared and I could finally actually put the baby into the bathtub instead of sponge bathing him/her on the bed. When it came time to do a rectal temperature taking? I was a wreck. I was nervous, am I doing it right, how far does it go in, how long does it stay in?
When I went to the doctor’s office that day I realized I did it all wrong and I vowed to never do it again.

Instead I bough this temporal thermometer. My doctor’s office uses it and it always came in very close if not exact to what the rectal thermometer said.
You run it along the child’s head starting in the middle of the forehead down to the temple. It takes seconds to read and give you a temperature. Perfect for kids who do not know how to hold a thermometer under their tongue and much more accurate then placing a thermometer under the arm.
It is non evasive and can be used on a sleeping baby, which I have done many, many times. You don’t need probe covers, and you don’t have to worry about cleaning it if your child has an ear infection or is sick.

When I purchased this, it was three times as much as they are selling for now, and they were not easy to get either. We use it for the entire family. It was one of my best purchases as a mother.

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I LOVE promoting and supporting mom owned companies and Zooni is another great company I want you all to know about. Celebrating childhood is what Melissa and Michelle had in mind when they set out designing their great, unique, hand knit hats!
Zooni hats are made with a blend of natural cotton and micro polyester. Each lined hat offers a comfy, stretchy, and snug fit to keep your little ones toasty warm.

Zooni is also socially responsible, their facilities pay a fair living wage to their workers and abide by local and international safety standards.
Over 70% of their packaging comes from recycled, bio-degradable materials and they donate a portion of their profits to international children’s charities.

Not to mention their products are addicting, I want them all! Who could resist a puppy love hat, a chunky monkee or a furry firecracker hat. Sized 0-6 months to 24-36+ months, there is something for everyone child in your life.
Don’t forget to check out their mittens too! We have to get a pair of each for my kids. Perfect birthday, holiday or new baby gift, check out all of the Zooni products today.

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I love good shoes for myself as well as my kids. A child’s foot grows so fast that they need goo support, a flexible sole and one that will not leave them with blisters or red marks. I am not a fan of cartoon light up shoes, I love adorable, funky shoes. These are getting easier to find for my older two, but for a pre-walker or a walker? Not so easy.

See Kai Run shoes are the answer I have been looking for. The mom behind See Kai Run shoes found it difficult to find comfortable shoes with flexible soles for her little boy , Kai. So she created them and she made them hip, bold and fun. These are shoes with ultra-flexible soles, soft leather and wide toe box. Our footwear meets the American Podiatric Medical Association’s rigorous standards for foot health and functionality and has been awarded the APMA’s prestigious Seal of Acceptance. Padded collar adds comfort and helps the shoes stay on little feet!

They now have a new line of shoes called “smaller” which are made especially for babies 0-18 months! We have the Jake pair and they are so sweet and beautifully made. We love them as much as we love our Eleven shoes!

Perfect for back to school, for the newest walker in your house, a baby shower gift or just because, See Kai Run are amazing shoes. Now if they would just make shoes for adults, I would be all set!

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My daughter took two years to grow enough hair to put a clip into. She was a bald baby like my boys and when she finally did grow some hair, it was fine like spun gold. I have thick, heavy wavy hair, I did not know what to do with this thin, straight hair my daughter has. Clips fall out, and barrettes never stay in.

Out To Tea is a mom owned company that has the answers to my daughter’s hair problems. Their clips actually stay in the hair, they are beautifully crafted French clips, imported from France. They also make beautiful headbands (the first of their kind, patent pending) are elastic and adjustable for a perfect fit.
They have everything from bow clips, beaded or ribbons to sequin clips each of which are perfect for fancy parties or everyday use. Look at how precious the crochet clips are! They are so great, it almost makes me want another baby!

The best part of these clips is that they are not only gorgeous, but they actually work! They hold the hair in place, even in my daughter’s fine hair. The headbands are adorable and my daughter wants one of each! Also check out their beautiful holiday clips. Out-to-tea has quality products for reasonable prices. These make great gifts for all the little girls or babies in your life.
Now if I can only talk them into making clips for my hair.
Dress your hair!

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When I was pregnant with my third baby, I was fascainated with all the things that were a big no-no this time around. I was only pregnant four years earlier, but now the bottles my babies used, the sippy cups and the crib bumper are all dangerous for my baby! I got rid of it all and started new but what was I going to do without a crib bumper? Check out the Cozy Wedge.

Cozy Wedge is a wedge shaped, safe and stylish alternative crib bumper. The Cozy Wedge’s firm non-absorbent, non-flammable, foam padding keeps your baby’s arms and legs safely in their crib without the risk of suffocation like traditional bumper pads! The bumpers fit snugly around the crib, won’t slip down and cushion the crib for your baby but they have a safer, firm surface that won’t form a pocket around a baby’s mouth and nose. It is easier to change the crib sheets now because I don’t have to fasten and unfasten a hundred ties. You won’t have to search for a pacifier on the floor in the middle of the night either, the Cozy Wedge keeps everything in the crib.

They offer 13 colors and patterns to chose from, so it is easy to match your baby’s room. The prints are 100% cotton and the solids are 100% organic cotton. The slipcovers are machine washable and they wash nicely. You can purchase your own Cozy Wedge for yourself or as a gift directly on the site!
Isn’t it a great idea?

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Shoes for a small baby are just a waste of money in my opinion. Sure they look cute but they have no function. What if I told you there was a alternative to cute shoes for your baby? Meet Jazzy Toes. The Jazzy Toes collection includes 12 unique baby sock designs, Sandals, Wingtips, Sneakers, Cowboy Boots, Loafers, and Deck Shoes for boys and Sandals, Spectators, Sneakers, Cowgirl Boots, Loafers and Mary Janes for girls.

Jazzy Toes socks come packaged in a cute little ready-to-mail gift box that’s environmentally-friendly with 6 pairs in each box. The socks come in a great variety of colors and are made in two sizes, 0-12 months and 12-24 months.
They really are adorable and although we have the sneaker set for baby K, I have to have the loafer and sandal sets too!

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I am always looking for a great baby gift. Sometimes you don’t know what the parents already have or you have to wait until the baby is born to go out and get a gender appropriate gift. I found a wonderful baby gift for a boy or a girl. This grow a tree kit that includes everything you’ll need to plant a tree for the new arrival that will grow up right along with the baby. It comes with baby tree seeds (blue spruce), decorative tin pail, fertilizer stick, tree protector, mulch, tree stake and a ceramic plaque for engraving baby’s name in a beautiful gift box.

You will feel great about giving this gift, it is an environmentally friendly product, but a portion of the proceeds is also donated to organizations dedicated to the planting of trees and the development of wildlife habitat.
The price is great at $19.99.

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There are a ton of bibs on the market today, but they are usually the same old thing. Dabib is different, it has a unique “scrunch collar” that minimizes leakage of liquids and solid foods onto the baby’s clothing. Any mother knows this means less stains on clothing and that means less laundry! Dabib is made with super absorbent micro fiber terry front and a waterproof back.

DaBib was just chosen by San Francisco Daily Candy edition as one of only five MUST have items for new moms. In order to celebrate, www.dabib.com is offering a coupon for reviewing baby gear readers, 10% off purchase with code MOM2008 but it expires on June 30 so act fast. Also, order 3 or more bibs and get free standard shipping (continental US only).

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I always remember how my mother would trot us out to our local Stride Rite every August to buy my sister and I new shoes for school. She would always tell us how important good shoes are for growing kids. There are so many shoe brands for kids out there now, and finding one that is really great is not that easy. I have found that one for you.

Eleven Shoes are some of the best kid shoes I have ever seen. Eleven is a sister company with See Kai Run, another great children’s shoe company. See Kai Run shoes are made for prewalkers and walkers, infants and toddler sizes 3-9, but Eleven shoes are for older kids with sizes 9-1.
Every Eleven shoe has its upper and interior lining constructed from premium leather this is just so soft. That coupled with the padded insoles, makes the shoes breathable and comfortable for your children. The styles are timeless and classic and it is great quality footwear.

What I also like about this collection is that I think some of the shoes would be great for either a boy or a girl. That means hand me downs of the Rio shoes my daughter has to her little brother. We have received many compliments on these shoes since my daughter started wearing them. The only thing I don’t like about Eleven shoes is that they don’t come in my size, I would love a pair! Go get your kids a pair or three, these are great for back to school, and I know you are counting the days until that!

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I loved personalized things as a child and now so do my kids. They only want to use the cups with their names on it, or their name tooth brushes and always look for personalized items when we are out.
It was great when my twins were learning their letters and then to spell things, because they recognized the letters in their name.

Olive Kids has great things for children of all ages and one of them is personalized placemats for children. Olive Kids placemats are thick, durable and will withstand being used over and over again by children. They measure 12” x 18” and are made with heavyweight laminate for easy clean-up.

They have the cutest patterns to chose from. Trains, outer space, Under construction, tea party, pirates, race cars, butterfly, sand castle, flower, holiday and many, many more!

At $9.99 they make perfect birthday or holiday gifts and you can get a few for each child. They even have a five pack of assorted mats. They are a great alternative to the character-based entertainment licenses. They have more classic designs that kids all love.

They also have other personalized items like personalized clocks, gorgeous name and art prints, floor pillows and book marks. These are great for decorating a child’s room or nursery or for gifts. Check out Olive kids today, I am sure you will find many things that will keep you going back!
What are your children’s favorite personalized items?

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