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MORE baby CHIC FROM GIRL CHARLEE
If you follow fashion, then you probably know that retro is always in.
Magazines like GQ, Esquire, Elle and Vanity Fair always feature a nice
spread of beautiful models sporting vintage designs from some past
decade. Whether it be the roaring 30s or the sexy 70s, these retro
style outfits are strangely familiar and definitely in vogue.
Thanks to Girl Charlee, your tot can also partake in the retro
revolution. This chic online boutique features one-of-a-kind children's
apparel made from real vintage fabrics which are sure to match the
uniqueness of your child. The clothing designs are also retro. Not only
is the fabric vintage, but so is the design. Each outfit is designed to
reflect the era from which the vintage fabric came from. Very cool.
 
The vintage dresses and bottoms are incredibly adorable for baby and
toddler girls. As a mother of a 15-month old boy, I must say that I
have fallen in love with the baby lounge set in the umbrella print. And
if you want to talk about eye candy, then must check out the baby
undies, which are a fashionable way to cover up your tot's frumpy and
lumpy diaper. Sweet and delectable for both boys and girls.
Girl Charlee also features an assortment of hip gifts for moms and
dads. Hey, if you are into urban chic, then have to outfit the entire
family - not just the baby! Check out more retro styles at www.girlcharlee.com.
THE ART OF SHOWING OFF
Isn't it funny how quickly our babies learn to showoff? My son could
barely hold up his head when he started seeking attention for the small
"talents" he was quickly acquiring - smiling, cooing and sticking out
his tongue were among the first talents he mastered! Now that he is
walking and able to say things like "quack quack" and blow kisses to
complete strangers, he has brought the art of showing off to entirely
different level. But really, I can't blame him... after all, my husband
and I are equally (if not more) guilty of participating in our own
share of parental bragging.
So, it is not surprising that, as a mother of a 15-month old showoff, I
fell in love with the super soft 100% tees designed by Little Showoffs.
This online boutique offers up a full range of fun and expressive baby
and adult tees and infant onesies in a variety of vibrant colors,
fabulous styles and attention-grabbing prints.
Make sure to check out all the fun garb - including baby caps, mommy
and daddy tees, doggie tees and sibling shirts! As a New Yorker, I must
say that I am partial to the city slickers line. The city slickers baby
and toddler shirts are super cute for cosmopolitan kids, especially
when paired with the karate pants. I also love the daddy tee and
daddy's little girl tee... scrumptious!!!
Truth be told, I am not the only one who is raving about Little
Showoffs... and I don't mean to name drop, but you should know that
many celebs and their celeb offspring have been spotted wearing the
Little Showoffs line. Gwyneth Paltrow, Debra Messing, Courtney Cox and
Jennifer Garner are among the A-listers who have outfitted their kids
in these fun and lively boutique tees.
Check out the entire line at www.LITTLESHOWOFFS.com
COUTURE FOR LITTLE GIRLS
You know your little girl is a princess and you also know that she
shouldn't have to settle for anything less than fabulous. So, why
should she have anything other than a couture-inspired wardrobe? That's
right - move over Baby Gap and make room for hottest thing to hit the
world of baby girl clothing - Loopy! This line of clothing is not only
fun to say, but it's super cute, too.
Some of my favorites come from the Loopy City collection with its
flavor of "ballerina." Stylish and sassy, this collection is perfect
for weddings and special events.
As if cuteness wasn't enough, these little girl garments are incredibly
well made - by hand, no less! In fact the story is quite quaint. The
entire collection is hand made by individual seamstresses and knitter
throughout Britain.
The creator of the collection, Nancy Krzyzanowski , brings comes from a
solid fashion background. In her former life, she worked with luxury
brands such as, Chanel, Celine, Cartier and C. Jourdan. That said, it's
not surprising that she decided to design a line of 'couture for little
girls.' Check out more Loopy at www.loopydesign.com where you can buy online or find "brick and mortar" stores where you can find the Loopy line.
A SNEAK PEEK AT A NEW CLOTHING LINE FOR BOYS
Boys get the bad end of the stick in fashion most of the time and the
designers behind this brand new label - Colin Maguire - have combined
both comfort, style and a good cause. The full line will be up for
display at www.colinmaguire.com very soon.
The designs found on Colin Maguire tees were created by kids residing
at The Children’s Inn at NIH (www.childrensinn.org). The National
Institutes of Health provides the latest treatment options for
seriously ill children. The Inn at NIH offers a place like home for
these brave children and their families. Colin Maguire’s partnership
with The Inn at NIH supports the Inn financially, but it also helps to
share the spirit of these special children and their loved ones with
children across the country.
The shirts are 100% super-soft cotton with contrast stitching and
distressed hemlines. They are currently available in sizes 18-24 mos,
2T, 3T, 4T and 5T. Long-sleeve “layered” tees are available for fall
and many short-sleeve styles are on the way. New artwork is submitted
regularly allowing for the launch of a new tee shirt every month! All
come with unique “About the Artist” hangtags.
10% of the profits from the sale of every tee is given to The Children's Inn at NIH.
BLING BABY BLING
It’s true - your kid can never be too young to appreciate the value of
bling. While the other babies are crawling around in powder blue or
pink onesies that are covered in mystery stains, your baby could be
sporting the latest in high-end baby fashion – like the Genuine
Swarovski Crystal embellished onesies by Mama & Bambino. The "Red
Sox Fan" onesie kicks ass and the “I love daddy” onesie will elevate
you to super-dad stardom among the other neighborhood fathers.
And when you are out on a lunch date with your tot, the “Bambino’s Who
Lunch” dining set will have the average dads drooling with envy. Rather
than rummaging around the diaper bag for a fork or spoon (which is
probably crusted with yesterday’s lunch or some old teething biscuit
crumbs), the “Who Lunch” set has everything you need to feed your baby
without looking like a fumbling father. Upon opening this pack, you
will find a place for a fork and spoon on one side, and a pocket on the
other that holds a disposable bib, placemat and hand wipes (all
included!)
 
If you forgot to buy a present for Mother’s Day or if, for whatever
reason, you are in the doghouse and are in need of buying a gift that
will help you beg for forgiveness, then you should check out Mama &
Bambino’s “Mommy Tank.” Available in black, light blue or hot fuschia
pink, these tanks are fully embellished with Genuine Swarovski
Crystals. A-listers like Katie Holmes, Angela Basset and Gwyneth
Paltrow are all owners of the sexy, bling-inspired tanks.
For more bling baby paraphernalia, visit www.mamaandbambino.com.
GIDDY GIDDY
I tried to come up with a creative title for this blog entry, but I
couldn’t seem to find anything that described these designer hair clips
better than the company’s own name – Giddy Giddy. These super-sweet,
handcrafted clips are the creation of self-proclaimed “craftaholic”
mom, Teri Dimalanta. Needing both a creative outlet and a practical way
to tame her baby girl’s unwieldy mohawk, Teri began designing her own
hair clips. And thanks to entrepreneurial spirit, she created Giddy
Giddy – a line of cute and quirky clips for little girls. From flowers
to gumdrops to pink popsicles, these clips are the epitome of eye
candy.
 
Check out the entire collection at www.chloeinstyle.com.
YOGA BABY
My wife is big into yoga – She claims that it was her saving grace both
during and after pregnancy. I, too, am convinced that her labor
wouldn’t have been as bearable as it was if she had not practiced yoga
throughout her pregnancy. Then again, what do I know. My job was to
guide her breathing and feed her popsicles!
I am also a fan of yoga. That said, I am by no means a yogi, but I am
familiar with some of the poses – downward facing dog, pigeon pose,
goddess pose and, of course, child’s pose. While my wife was going
through the sun salutations the other day, I suddenly realized that all
the poses that she was doing were “poses” that my 12-month old son does
every day. That’s when I came to the conclusion that yoga is innate –
we are born to salute the sun. But seriously, if we began practicing
yoga as children and carried on with our practice throughout our lives,
I truly believe that we would live happier and healthier lives.
That said, I am a huge advocate of baby-and-me yoga classes for both
moms and dads! What a great way to bond with you tot while also helping
your baby tap into the yogi within him or her. And why not do it with
style? Thanks to Lotus Children, you can outfit you offspring in the coolest yoga wear around. 
The “omesie,” “baby om pant” and “yoga t-suit” are all must-haves for
your tot’s yoga wardrobe. And when your baby has outgrown the baby om
pant, he/she can graduate to Lotus Children’s great toddler line of
yoga attire.
Namaste.
COOL GEAR FOR BABES
Whether you are shopping for a hot babe (aka expectant mom) or a cute
babe (aka baby), you'll undoubtedly find what you are looking for at
Meringue Boutique. They carry a large selection of women's, maternity
and baby gear, which is all very stylish. If your partner is in the
market for a sexy dress that also accomodates her growing bump, then
send her to Meringue Boutique. They also have some super comfy and super sexy sweats (no this is not an oxymoron).
And if you are beyond the maternity stage and are seeking cool baby
stuff, then make sure to check out MB's baby collection - it's all very
decadent and very cute!
FROO FROOS FROM FABBY GABBY
If you have a baby girl, then get ready for the ride of your life! You
no longer have to wait until her teen years before she starts making a
statement with her clothes. Yes, kids these days are much more
fashion-forward than we were as children!
In case you haven't heard - a froo froo is a handmade tutu. Where have
you been? All the coolest princesses are wearing them these days! Yes,
I am talking about a tutu that is fabulously fluffy and perfect for
little girls who insist on wearing only the most royal pieces of
clothing. I have seen many froo froo-wearing princesses enjoying their
kid's hot chocolate at Starbucks or simply hanging out in Central Park.
They love the attention and they love the glam - and honestly, who can
blame them? If my wife wasn't a 29-year old of an attorney and mother
of an 11-month old boy, then she would probably try convincing me to
let her sport a froo froo, as well.
But if you are looking for something for your babe to wear on a non-froo froo day, then you should check out Fabby Gabby's line of onesies and tot tees. Super cute for super chic chick!
ANOTHER GREAT SHIRT FOR YOUR COLLECTION
You can never have too many t-shirts. They are an expression of you and
they often say something about where you are in your life. Maybe that's
a little too profound for our discussion of t-shirts. That said, I
truly believe that a t-shirt is more than just a garment. If you share
my incredible respect for "the tee," then you'll be happy to know that Preggers and Proud has some pretty cool pieces to add to your collection.
Even Tom Cruise has been seen sporting the "Men Who Change Diapers
RULE!" shirt. Preggers and Proud also has a line of shirts for pregnant
ladies, moms and babies. These shirts also make a great gift for
Mother's Day! And to act like you are in the know, make sure to tell
your partner that Katie Holmes and Gyneth Paltrow own the "HOT MAMA"
tee, and that Jennie Garth has the "LOVING MY BUDDHA BELLY" shirt.
She'll love the fact that you are up on the celebrity baby scene!
And Preggers and Proud also has a charitable edge - For every shirt
that is gifted to a celebrity, a home for pregnant teens in Santa
Barbara get five! That's cool.
CLASSIC TREASURES FOR OUR STYLISH BABES
Right from the time that we discovered that I was pregnant, my husband
and I shunned the mass-produced, generic baby products that you find in
any department store. We didn’t want our small New York apartment to be
cluttered with Winnie-the-Pooh and Disney embossed products. Where in
the big book of having babies does it say that you have to surrender
all sense of style in order to be good parents? Sure, it may take a
little longer to find the hidden treasures – but hey, who doesn’t enjoy
a good scavenger hunt?
Well, my friends, I have come across another gem – Teacups and
Tadpoles. Teacups and Tadpoles is an e-boutique that specializes in
very fashionable (and functional) styles for baby boys (a.k.a.
tadpoles) and baby girls (a.k.a. teacups). You should also check out
their other stuff, like their diaper bags and diaper wallets, car seat
covers, and play mats.
Here are two of my favorite T&T goods:
The Cowboy Layette Set by 3 Marthas
The is a perfect gift for your little buckaroo. This 100% cotton
layette set by 3 Marthas is a must for the cowboy in every little boy.
It is delicately appliquéd with a cowboy...adding a touch of vintage to
these stylish basics.
You can buy these items separately or you can buy it as a complete set:
-Cowboy Newborn Onesie (7-12 lbs.) - a "must-have" for infants
-Cowboy Burp Pad - perfect size for "rounding up" the mess
-Super Soft Flannel Cowboy Receiving Blanket (44”x44”) - perfect size for snuggling
Ducky Tubbie and Bath Puppet
This vivid yellow little Ducky Tubbie & matching Bath Puppet is
great for bath time fun. The Ducky Bath Puppet is the perfect size for
play while soaping up your little ducky too! The fun continues when its
time to dry off your clean little one with the Ducky Tubbie made of
super soft & durable cotton terry.
There are so many more things to check out at www.teacupsandtadpoles.com. You'll be hearing more about them from me in the future - they are really fabulous!
HELP STOP GAPIOSIS!
Gapiosis: The space between the
sock and the bottom of the pant, often accentuated by being held in
arms or by being placed in a carrier or stroller.
Sweet little baby legs all over the world are being exposed to the
chilly air because of gapiosis. Protect their sweet little legs from
wind burn and chill with Baby Legs!
BabyLegs ...
* Make diaper changes a breeze
* Protect soft knees from harsh surfaces
* Keep legs warm year round
* Provide light weight sun protection
* Make EC'n & potty training easier
* Jazz up any dance class
* Make a fun fashion statement with styles for every occasion
Feet remain free to allow for successful crawling, walking and dancing.
BabyLegs also help keep socks on! They fit most kids from newborns to
size 10. BabyLegs will warm your little ones for a long time. They're
fun to use as arm warmers too!
A LITTLE FASHION HELP FOR OUR BOYS
Don't get me wrong - I love my son. He's cute and he's cuddly and he
has personality! But let's face it, dressing a baby boy isn't half as
much fun as it is to dress a baby girl. I am always amazed by how many
adorable outfits there are for girls and how sparce and plain the baby
boy section is.
Finally, there is a fashion-forward line of clothing that has that has thought about our previously plainly-dressed sons. Monkeemoos.com is an online boutique for baby boys. 
Their clothes scream personality with their funky and fun graphics.
They have super-cool shoes, bibs and burpies, as well as a timeless
classics collection. Talk about eye-candy! Everything about this
boutique says adorable and, most importantly, it says BOY! Thank you
Monkeemoos for giving us fashion-fiend parents a place to shop for our
sons.
KEEPING BABY FEET CUTE ONE STEP AT A TIME
I don’t know about you, but my favorite parts of my baby are his feet.
His little toes and his chubby ankles are beyond cute – they are almost
edible! And for the last 11 months, I have allowed my son to wiggle and
crawl around barefoot as much as possible. His feet seem to have a
personality of their own and it’s always a joy to watch them explore
and react to their new environment. But now that he has started to
stand and is on the verge of walking, I realize that the carefree,
shoe-less days are nearing an end. The time has come to finally put
shoes on my baby.
To avoid restricting my son’s feet in the hard leather, orthopedic-like
shoes that I wore as a baby, I set out to find shoes that are comfy and
cute. I was happy to see that there were a lot of soft-leather footwear
out there and I was particularly impressed by the cute styles offered
by Cute Baby Shoes (CBS). Holding true to its name, Cute Baby Shoes
offers a wide range of colors, styles & designs to suit your baby's
unique style. I am particularly fond of the bumblebee shoes, which, in
my opinion, are beyond adorable. In fact, my son’s feet may even look
cuter in these shoes than they do barefoot!
And if you have a baby girl, make sure to check out CBS’s Mary-Jane
style shoes in cool brocade fabric. These should be available at
www.cutebabyshoes.com in mid-May.
But you should know that Cute Baby Shoes are more than just cute. There
is actually a functional element which makes them even more appealing
than other shoes on the market.
1. CBS shoes feature a layer of padding to cushion baby’s first steps, yet still feature all of the benefits of soft soles.
2. All of their shoes have black suede soles – which keep them looking
newer longer. No more dirty foot outlines showing on the bottom of
their shoes.
3. Gentle ankle elastic is wrapped with smooth leather – not cut off, exposing the raw leather.
4. Their breathable leather uppers are soft and flexible, and keep feet cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
5. They are lined with soft cotton fabric, which means no dye transfer on baby’s feet or socks.
6. Unlike some other brands, CBS has not saturated the market. This
means parents buying our brand know their babies are unlikely to be
wearing the exact same shoes as the baby next door. Parents purchasing
a boutique item want the item to be unique, fun and fresh – Cute Baby
Shoes offers that!
CBS shoes are so cute and practical that they were able to convert a barefoot fanatic like me! Check out their entire line at www.cutebabyshoes.com.
OUTFIT YOUR BABY LIKE A STAR WITH PERSONALIZED GARMENTS FROM TINY SPROUTS
While many things about TomKat are questionable, one thing is for sure
- Father Tom and Mother Katie have a great sense of style. Both are
known for their looks and their fashion sense, and they have made it
clear that they want their daughter, Suri, to carry on their
fashionable tradition. Already is already decked out in the cutest
high-end baby paraphernelia, according to Rachel Florio, celeb trend
expert. Topping the list of Suri's possessions: A customized
hand-embroidered baby blanket by Tiny Sprouts.
Tiny Sprouts has more than blankies, they also offer onesies, pjs,
nightgowns, bibs, bathrobes and more. The coolest thing is that all of
their embroidery is custom made by hand & all of their garments are
hand-dyed - With that kind of treatment, your baby will look and feel
like a celeb baby.
You can also customize everything about anything you buy. You choose
the product, the color of thread & what you would like on it...and
they'll ship it to you for free! It really is that simple!
Check out the entire line at www.tinysprouts.com.
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http://www.thefunkystork.com,
a website for expectant fathers, provides only general information
designed for educational purposes, and not medical advice. You should
consult a physician about concerns you have with your pregnancy.
www.thefunkystork.com - finally a website for expectant fathers!
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