Entries Tagged 'Babies' ↓
Diper Bag Must Have: Dwell Studios Bibs To Go
September 1st, 2010 — Babies
Kids Gift: Life Like Plush Animals
July 24th, 2010 — Babies, Gifts, Kids
SnowWhite Rabbit, $32.00
Arttic Hare, $28.00
Mother Goose, $53.00
Mama Jack Rabbit, $42.00
Squirrel, $30.00
Mallards, $11.50
Sesame Letterpress Birth Annoucements
July 21st, 2010 — Babies, Stationary
Flora and Henri Children’s Clothing
July 21st, 2010 — Babies, Kids
Sweet Baby Girl Shower
June 17th, 2010 — Babies, Party Planning
Children’s Party Inspiration
May 1st, 2010 — Babies, Kids, Party Planning
Photos from Style Me Gorgeous
Pom Pom Love
May 1st, 2010 — Babies, Interior Design, Kids, Party Planning
I always see these fun colorful pom poms hanging over charming tables at bridal showers, baby showers or like shown below to decorate a child’s bedroom. I assumed you had to spend grueling hours constructing each little pom from scratch until I discovered the company PomLove or as they like to call it “Happy Floating Paper.” Each Pom is available in an assortment of rainbow colors. Ranging from $5.00 each, 7 Poms for $30.00, or a 20 Poms for $75.00. – THE WIFE
School Themed Baby Shower
March 31st, 2010 — Babies, Party Planning
Images and Design by: Amy Atlas for Sweet Designs
Little Posers
March 1st, 2010 — Babies, Kids
Rikshaw Design
February 27th, 2010 — Babies, Interior Design
Oilo Children’s Furniture
February 26th, 2010 — Babies, Interior Design
When comfort leads with style and softness embraces sophistication, an entirely new category is conceived. Introducing Olio – the chic solution to any Wife’s search for fashionable home, children, and nursery decor.
That is why Oilo exists. We’re about turning your nursery into the most comfortable, clean, and carefree sanctuary in your home. Because a more enjoyable nursery, means a more constant and enduring bond between you and your baby — or, as we like to say, your little sprout.
Fun Baby Gadget: Itzbeen
January 26th, 2010 — Babies
Itzbeen is a fantastic innovation for new moms and dads. Instead of trying to keep the pace of your new born baby with your sleep deprived memory, Itzbeen is a multipurpose nursery tool that helps new parents remember the basic details of baby care. Itzbeen has 4 timers that can tell how long “its been” since you’ve last changed your baby’s diaper, feed your baby, how long your baby has been asleep of awake and an extra timer for miscellaneous. It comes in 3 colors that would match any nursery: pink, blue and green. Itzbeen retails at 24.99 and makes a great baby shower gift. – THE WIFE
Baby Girl Gift: Lou and Lee Onesie
January 24th, 2010 — Babies
The perfect baby gift for those mothers who want their little darlings to be the frilliest and girliest of girls. They’ll definitely be no confusion over whether the new born is a boy or girl…
Lou and Lee Baby Onesie, $29.00
Adorable and Fun Kids Wall Decals
November 4th, 2009 — Babies, Kids
More Eco Friendlly Diapers!
September 30th, 2009 — Babies
Our Chlorine Free Diapers offer soft, cloth-like comfort and premium absorbency. In addition to keeping your baby dry, our super absorbent polymer is non-toxic and non-irritating to baby’s sensitive skin. Featuring stretchy leg gathers and resealable closure tabs. All Diapers are Chlorine Free, Hypoallergenic, Fragrance and Latex Free, and have Premium Fit and Absorbency. They also make Toddlers Training Pants.
Free of dyes and fragrances, our baby wipes contain a cleansing agent that is gentle on baby’s tender skin. Our wipes are made with soft cloth that has not been processed with chemicals containing chlorine. All Wipes are Hypoallergenic, Whitened without chemicals, Unscented, and Alcohol Free.
Sold at Target and Whole Foods
Organic Baby Food: Plums Organics!
September 30th, 2009 — Babies
Why is it important to introduce my baby to tastes and textures of real food early?
We believe that introducing babies to real food with interesting, flavorful tastes and textures as early as possible create a foundation for a life time of healthy eating. Our foods are cooked just the right amount as compared to other processing methods used by conventional jarred baby food that expose foods to high temperatures and lengthy cooking times.
Overcooking food results in less texture and flavor which is evident in its appearance. The natural nutrients are also lost through this process. Research has shown that eating a variety of healthy foods and minimizing the intake of processed foods with additives and preservatives can help avoid health concerns later in life such as allergies, obesity and early onset diabetes.
Why do you use ingredients like butter, bay leaf an cinnamon in your food?
Our belief is that by exposing our babies to real food at an early age, their palates are conditioned to accept and appreciate real foods with flavor, variety and healthful benefits. We believe this will encourage your growing child to experiment with new and exotic tastes for years to come.
Flash Freeze Frozen Cups for Baby, 8 Yummy Varieties
Super Green
Multigrain Super Greens
Pasta with Veggies and Chicken
Red Lentil Veggie
Vegetable Stew with Beef
Banana Peach Rice Pudding
Mango Muesli
Harvest Vegetables with Turkey
Baby Food in Portable Pouches, 6 Yummy Flavors
Sweet Potato, Corn and Apple
Spinach, Peas and Pear
Pumpkin and Banana
Pear and Mango
Peach, Apricot, and Banana
Apple and Carrot
Mish Mash Fruit Puree Snack
Peach
Banana
Strawbery
Fruity Fingerfuls Ceral, 3 Tasty Flavors
Strawberry
Apple
Banana
Glutten Free Fiddlesticks Cookies
Berry
Apple Carrot
Banana
Kids Meals: Hearty Pastas with Veggies
Bowtie Pasta
Cheese Filled Spinach Tortellini
Italian Sausage Marinara
Rainbow Pasta Shells
Available at Whole Foods, Super Target and BabieRus
Visit Plums Organics for more Information
Cute Gift: Baby’s First Spoon
September 29th, 2009 — Babies
Baby First Spoon. Personalize them with a sweet saying or the baby’s name or Nickname.
They are made from stainless steel and require hand washing.
Allow 2 to 3 weeks for Personalization.
$ 24.00
Placenta Encapsulation
September 28th, 2009 — Babies, Health
Okay Wives… Get Ready because this is a lot to swallow…. Literally!
The First Time I had heard about women eating their own placenta after childbirth was from a hippie yoga instructor named Sunshine ( She mixed it with Scrambled Eggs…. Uhhhh, Vomit!! ) not to mention, I almost pasted out from Shock. Then while recently at a Barbecue, a pregnant women had informed me there are professional companies who will come and freeze dry your placenta and encapsulate it into pills to digest like vitamins! Now this I can actually wrap my head around considering how beneficial it is to your body after birth… Continue reading below for the benefits of this ancient tradition.
For those of you who aren’t familiar with this practice… Let me break it down for you. After you give birth, the placenta follows after the baby. The Placenta is connected to the fetus and basically takes all the nutrients from your body to give to your growing baby. Nearly every mammal consumes the placenta after it’s young is born. Many cultures practice eating the placenta after giving birth, making you post partum recovery much faster. There are many ways to prepare your placenta for ingestion. Some women feel comfortable creating a special recipe for it. Some women even consume it raw…. Yuck! These methods will work, but they limit the length of time you are able to utilize the benefits of placenta to a matter of days.
The new preferred method of ingestion is by capsule. The placenta can be dried, ground, and encapsulated. The capsules can then be taken daily for a number of weeks. You reap all of the healthful benefits of placenta quickly, easily and discreetly, and the capsules will last for years.
Continue taking your prenatal vitamin after the baby comes, for as long as you are nursing. Women who take their placenta capsules tend to have better postpartum experiences, avoid the baby blues, have an increase in energy, and an increase in milk production. Traditional Chinese Medicine has used placenta for centuries to treat issues such as fatigue and insufficient lactation, and scientific studies have bolstered the use of placenta for these conditions. Using the placenta for your postpartum recovery is a very easy and natural way to help you feel better after the birth.
Women who have taken placenta capsules report positive results in an overwhelming number of cases. Some women have even reported feeling positive effects as quickly as the same afternoon of the day they began their first dose. Women who were already feeling “weepy”, or experiencing other early signs of the baby blues, have felt better within days. Although the current scientific research is exciting, we have barely begun to scratch the surface of the potential benefits of placentophagy. Considering that placenta is a completely natural substance, created by a woman’s own body, encapsulation of the placenta is definitely worth considering as part of a holistic postpartum recovery for every expectant woman.
BENEFITS:
contain your own natural hormones
be perfectly made for you balance your system replenish depleted iron give you more energy lessen bleeding postnatal been shown to increase milk production help you have a happier postpartum period hasten return of uterus to pre-pregnancy state be helpful during menopause
With proper preparation, the majority of women can avoid the baby blues. If you intend to use the placenta for your postpartum recovery, you must take measures to ensure the placenta is handled properly from the moment of birth. Placentas can, and do, get ruined from improper handling. A woman who births in a hospital has to adhere to the guidelines and policies in place at their facility of choice. In some cases, there is no written policy, and mothers are then subjected to the whim of the staff on duty at the time they deliver. If you want to take your placenta home after its birth, you must have a plan before you walk through the doors in labor. Your chance of success will increase greatly. From what I’ve heard it can costs anywhere between $100 – 300 Dollars.
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Great Baby Film to Re Watch: "BabyBoom"
September 27th, 2009 — Babies, Films
Funny Book for Moms: "If these Boobs could Talk."
July 16th, 2009 — Babies, Books
This amusing shower or new baby gift celebrates the ups and downs of breastfeeding and gives the rapidly growing number of breastfeeding moms something they can really use–a good laugh!
Of the approximately four million women who give birth each year, 70 percent will choose to breastfeed. This delightfully funny book helps those 2.8 million nursing moms laugh out loud, learn with unexpected tips and trivia, and de-stress during the most exciting new phase of their life.
$12.99
Of the approximately four million women who give birth each year, 70 percent will choose to breastfeed. This delightfully funny book helps those 2.8 million nursing moms laugh out loud, learn with unexpected tips and trivia, and de-stress during the most exciting new phase of their life.
$12.99
Baby Shower Cake Idea
July 16th, 2009 — Babies
If you were lucky enough to pay attention to Baby Magazines 5 Years ago then you probably came across a few of Martha Stewart’s Special Edition Baby Issues.Since I’ve been planning My Life from the age of 9, I saved all of my Martha Baby Issues. Here is a Great Cake idea for a Baby shower or for a 1 Year old’s Birthday!
Baby Announcement Ideas
July 15th, 2009 — Babies
Baby Toy Must Have for Teething: Sophie the Giraffe
July 15th, 2009 — Babies
In natural rubber 0-12 months+The famous giraffe ‘Sophie’, who has been part of babies’ lives for more than 40 years.
Slender, flexible, and soft, baby can squeeze and chew her in complete safety. Made of 100% Natural Rubber (phthalates Free) and food paint. Lovable and amusing, she makes a happy sound when her body is squeezed: Stimulate baby’s hearing and helps him to understand the link between cause and effect.
She is perfect for soothing Baby’s sore gums when teething. The singular scent of Natural Rubber from the HEVEA TREE makes Sophie very special and easy for your child to identify amid all his other toys.
Retails for $20.00
Kit + Lili Children’s Clothes
July 14th, 2009 — Babies, Kids
Coco Sun Suit in Cherry Gingham, $46.00
Onesie Field of Flowers, $38.00
Romper Hearts in Magenta, $46.00
Lina Skirt Hearts in Magenta and Cherry, $58.00
Lucie Dress Hearts in Pink, $88.00
Eliza Dress Mini Dots in Navy, $66.00
Medium Reversible Fish in the Sea and Waves in the Sky, $78.00
The Bisphenol A Controversy
April 5th, 2009 — Babies, Health
Bisphenol A Controversy
In February 2007, the public advocacy group Environment California Research & Policy Center published a report titled Toxic Baby Bottles: Scientific Study Finds Leaching Chemicals in Clear Plastic Baby Bottles. The report describes the harmful effects of the hormone-disrupting chemical bisphenol A (BPA), a developmental, reproductive, and neural toxicant found in polycarbonate plastic—the material used to make the vast majority of baby bottles.
Soon after this report was released, a billion dollar class-action lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles against five major baby bottle manufacturers over the dangers of BPA. The lawsuit alleges that potentially harmful levels of BPA can leach from polycarbonate baby bottles, when they are heated, and migrate into the contained liquid. The California legislature has also debated the safety of BPA, and next year supervisors in San Francisco will consider a citywide ban on BPA.
Chemical companies and baby bottle manufacturers claim human exposure to low doses of BPA is harmless. Yet there is growing scientific evidence to the contrary. In August 2007, an expert government panel found there is concern that bisphenol A causes neural and behavior problems among children who have been exposed to the chemical before or after birth.
Many consumers are unaware of this controversy and continue to purchase polycarbonate baby bottles, having never heard of BPA or the dangers it may pose for their families.
BPA is also widespread in bodies of water such as rivers and estuaries, and in landfills, where it leaches into the surrounding ecosystems.
The resources below are intended to provide you with greater detail about the bisphenol a controversy.
- Green to Grow
Green Guide: Baby Bottles
April 5th, 2009 — Babies, Health
The Baby Bottle Buying Guide:
Glass: Glass baby bottles, which don’t leach toxic chemicals, are a time-tested alternative to polycarbonate plastic. Glass bottles are, of course, breakable, and put children at risk of injury in the case of an accident. Additionally, glass can chip or crack when sterilized, which could lead to glass splinters in baby’s beverage. As with plastic, careful and regular inspections of the bottle allow parents to detect any flaws in the glass. Recycle any scratched, cracked, or chipped glass bottle.
#2 HDPE, #4 LDPE and #5 PP Plastics:These opaque bottles are made of either polypropylene or polyethylene, which are not known to leach carcinogens or endocrine disruptors. Look on the bottom of the bottle for the recycling symbol: polyethylene has #2 (high-density polyethylene, HDPE) or #4 (low-density polyethylene, LDPE) in the chasing-arrow triangle, and polypropylene (PP) has #5. Polycarbonate bottles are #7 and may be labeled “Other” or “PC.” If the bottle isn’t labeled, call the manufacturer.
PES Plastics: Although polyether sulphone, or PES, hasn’t been studied as thoroughly as #2, #4 and #5 plastics, lab studies have found that it does not leach BPA or phthalates (a hormone-disrupting plasticizer commonly used in #3 PVC plastics). PES plastics may be labeled with a #7 like polycarbonate is, since both plastics fall into the “Other” category. If you see a #7 and aren’t sure if it’s PES or PC, call the manufacturer before using it.
Silicone Nipples: Replace standard rubber nipples (amber-colored) with clear, silicone nipples. Not only are silicone nipples free of cancer-causing nitrosamines, but they last longer.
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Before first use, sterilize bottles in boiling water.
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Inspect bottles and nipples before each use and discard those with cracks or scratches.
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To avoid dangerous hot spots, breast milk or formula should never be heated in the microwave. Stovetop heating can cause glass bottles to burst and plastic ones to melt, especially when supervised by sleep-deprived parents. Instead, place the filled bottle in a bowl of hot water and swirl it periodically.
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To avoid tooth decay and injuries, don’t let baby sleep with or walk around with the bottle.
- TheGreenGuide.Com
Green to Grow: BPA Free Bottles
April 3rd, 2009 — Babies
5 Oz Regular Neck, $9.99
Our baby bottles are made from PES plastic, which gives them a natural golden color. They are free of phthalates and free of bisphenol A – a suspected hormone-disrupting chemical used in polycarbonate plastic, from which most baby bottles are made.
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Bottles are tested in the U.S. to ensure they meet the highest standards for quality and safety
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Free of lead and PVC
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Includes a Beginner (slow flow, 0-3 months) nitrosamine-free silicone nipple
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Compatible with Medela breast pump
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100% recycled packaging
- Dishwasher safe (top rack)
10 Oz. Regular Neck, $10.99
5 Oz. Wide Neck, $9.99
10 Oz. Wide Neck Bottle, $10.99
Re -Usable baby Clothes, $23.99
Our organic cotton baby cloths are essential for parents and baby—super soft for the face, styling on the shoulder, and sturdy for the spills. And each cloth is made from fabric grown by members of the Chetna Organic Project in central India, which helps independent farmers overcome poverty, gain financial independence, and contribute back to their communities. Fair trade, socially sustainable, Skal certified, low impact, eco-friendly dyes; free of formaldehyde, amines, pesticides, and heavy metals. 3 cloths per package—colors vary.
Welcome Home Set, $54.99
Green to Grow’s Welcome Home Set has everything new parents need to start nourishing a baby with confidence: two 5 oz BPA-free baby bottles, two 10 oz BPA-free baby bottles (all of which come with Beginner nipples, 0 – 3 months); one package of Intermediate nipples (3 nipples per pack, 3 – 6 months); one package of Expert nipples (3 nipples per pack, 6+ months); and a super soft, organic cotton baby cloth, good for burps, slurps, baths, and splashes!
Creating a line of bisphenol A free baby bottles was our way of taking direct action where we saw a need. But while addressing a single concern is a positive step, we believe our responsibility cannot end there. In order to address the problems associated with the effects of toxic chemicals on human health and on the environment, we must join together with the larger community of those who are working for a greener and safer world. Not just for our children, though they are certainly the most vulnerable in every sense, but for all of us.
We are great believers in the power of knowledge and the necessity of direct action.
- Green to Grow
Bummas: Eco Friendlly Baby Wipes
April 3rd, 2009 — Babies
The easiest way to prevent diaper rash is to keep that area dry, but wipes leave that cute tushie all wet. That’s where Bummas ($17 for 10) come in handy. They are little, 5×7″ rectangles of soft, 100% cotton fabric. They’re velvety soft on one side and terry-cloth-like loops on the other. Just use them after the wipe to dry baby completely and toss them in the laundry. They wash up nicely and return to their original softness, with no shriveling or unraveling whatsoever. And they’re made in the USA. I know you could cut up washcloths yourself, but the edges would fray when you wash them. Trust me. I know this from experience. Bummas come all rolled up in a cute pack of coordinating colors so I love them for a shower gift.
Other Great Uses:
• Convenient shoulder armor for burping and feeding.
• Take them with you for quick clean-ups.
• So soft and supple, it’s perfect for their little noses.
• Great for baths as a baby wash cloth!
Rockabye Baby
November 2nd, 2008 — Babies
Rockabye Baby was created for the need to Make children’s music cool – Not only for babies, but for their parents too. They’ve turned their Love of Punk and Classic rock into albums resulting in fun for infants.
They’ve transformed timeless rock songs into beautiful instrumental lullabies. The soothing sounds of the Tranquil instruments will lull your baby into a sweet slumber. Rockabye Baby Cd’s makes a Unique Baby shower gift for parent’s who have a love for music. It’s perfect to start newborns off right with the Great taste in music.
Bands Featured By Rockabye Baby are: Coldplay, RadioHead, The Cure, Pink Floyd, The Beach Boys, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Quuen of the Stone Age, The Eagles, Nine Inch Nails, No Doubt, Bjork, The Beatles, Bob Marley, Green Day, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, and The Pixies. All Albums are 16.98 and are available at
www.rockabyebabymusic.com
G Diapers
October 24th, 2008 — Babies
Introducing the new Hybrid Diaper…
The best of cloth and disposable in an earth-friendly diaper.gDiapers have no elemental chlorine, no perfumes, no smell, no garbage and no guilt. gDiapers consist of a washable, cotton outer “little g” pant and a plastic-free flushable diaper refill. They are made of breathable material just like sports clothing. So, babies stay dry and happy and are far less likely to get diaper rash.
Flush, compost or toss. Can’t flush? It’s ok to toss our flushable diaper refills because they’re plastic-free. Or garden compost the wet ones. They’ll break down in 50-150 days.
A totally new way to think about diapers.Once you get the hang of it, the whole process will seem as normal as recycling your newspaper.In the beginning, you may have an icky encounter until you get into the groove of using gDiapers. You can also compost the wet ones or simply toss the soiled refill. It will break down in the landfill in about 90 days vs. up to 500 years for a disposable. Ah, the beauty of plastic-free diapers.
This makes for a terrific baby shower gift. The company offers a “G Baby Shower Gift” ( Includes a starter kit plus an extra g pant and case of small flushable refills) 89.99. Also is a Starter kit (2 Little G Pants and 10 flushable Refills) 26.99
Visit www.Gdiapers.com for more information.
