Sure, this is a super cute (and dare I say Scandinavian-inspired?) bear blanket for kids, perfect for cozying up to an expert marshmallow-roasting lesson by the fire. But the hidden surprise? This sweet baby blanket is a secret heirloom with a hidden message printed on the reverse: customized to your heart’s content. Parsons School of
Have a new mom on your gift recipient list this year? Here are 11 fantastic gift ideas that will make her smile and [almost!] forget she has spit-up on her new blouse. Happy gifting!: 1. This spa-in-a-box is healthy and safe for nursing mamas. Pair with two hours of free babysitting so she can indulge
Cute alert. Have you spotted these crocheted animal rattles from Couverture and The Garbstore yet? (Sidenote: I love when my favorite “adult” stores offer baby/kids goodies!) Bee keeps asking for the polka dotted giraffe, and I keep telling her that crocheted rattles don’t grow on trees. Or something of the sort. LINK: COUVERTURE AND THE
It’s November (craziness!), which means my husband is officially allowed to talk about Christmas. I know, I know. And for some reason, I don’t mind his premature holiday spirit this year. Perhaps it’s because we feel more like a family unit with baby Bee and can start making our own traditions? Or maybe it’s these
Is your little already asking for their first iPhone? Delivered. LINK: MINIME
I’ve got a soft spot for wooden anything, and this wooden gumball machine is certainly no exception. Sidenote: my very favorite birthday gift growing up was a red gumball machine filled to the brim with M&Ms from my grandparents. I used to reward myself with one every time I gave my mother a compliment (even
Los Angeles-based artist Kim Baise creates the most magically detailed nursery mobiles using papier mache and found objects from her daily walks. My favorite? Mobile Home on the Range ($75) , a Western-inspired creation for your favorite tiny cowboy (or cowgirl!). Enjoy more of her creations (including the sweetest baby dragon mobile!) at her daily blog, Jikits.
Attention, gift-givers with a semi-forgiving budget: this custom wooden baby rattle is officially the best gift to give an expectant mother (or, you know, yourself). Hand-carved from a single block of maple wood, the ends of each rattle represent two very important individuals in the baby’s life: mom and dad.