Trees do make the best mobiles

I read this book a few years ago and it has earned a permanent place by my bedside. Trees Make the Best Mobiles: simple ways to raise your child in a complex world is written by two young mothers, one a journalist and critic, the other a poet - and they are students of RIE, the revolutionary infant and toddler care program steadily gaining popularity. It is a beautifully written and sensitive book of short essays that reinforces for new parents the inherent wisdom of nature and babies.

Have baby, will travel.

Whether the destination is the neighborhood park or a long-distance locale, this on-th-go collection makes it easy to leave the house in style. This collection utilizes a printed coated canvas exterior with canvas and leather details. All interiors are waterproof and have a coordinate pattern. In this collection every pocket and zipper is well thought out.

Even the smallest travelers deserve a well-packed bag. This duffel style bag is the perfect size for organizing small clothes in neat stacks with room to spare for essentials like monitors, bottles and snacks. Inside features a coordinating print water-proof lining and zip compartments for diapers or show storage. Slip in a boarding pass or magazine in the outside snap pocket and you are ready to go. (available in 5 great patterns)

To inspire the imagination...

We are always on the lookout for great tees and the dynamic design due of Julio and Anissa Dwiggins at Pickle Papaya have created just that. These tees are sure to inspire the imagination of any child. From bicycle handles that transform into flocks of birds and dandelion seeds that blow off your arm... these tees are a must have for any kid.

Be sure to check out their new X-Ray Hoodie... I'm am definitely getting one for my little one!

Green to Grow

Green to Grow produce baby bottles from Polyethersulfone (PES), BPA-free plastic that is stable of a wide range of temperatures and is said to be able to withstand repeated sterilization. It approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as safe for repeated use in contact with food. Green to Grow also spot test their line to ensure their remain free of phthalates (as found in PVC) and lead, providing further transparency by publishing those test results as PDFs on their site.

Nipples for their bottles are of a medical grade silicone that like the PES in the bottle is also considered heat-resistant and non-toxic. “The nipples are free of nitrosamines, a potentially harmful contaminant found in many rubber nipples.”

Their corporate responsibility extends to packaging using 100% recycled paper and soy inks and donating 1% of our annual sales to environmental causes, via their membership of 1% for the Planet. Plus Green to Grow have set up a program called Bottles to Babies to encourage families to donate pre-loved baby bottles to not-for-profits and they will donate new nipples for these re-used bottles.

Storage that will compliment your life!

This ottoman's great colors and versatility can add a little sunshine to any room. It is smartly designed to be used as a traditional ottoman; put your feet up or take a seat, the soft strong lid is made for it. This lid can also be flipped to reveal the finished wood underside for use as a side table or a toddler play table.

Each of these playfully practical storage ottomans has plenty of room for whatever you may need to stow away. With all these features the most playful, however, may be that they stack to make a colorful tower and to free up floor space for more run-around room.

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Swingin' through the day!

We've been out of the office checking out what is cool and happening for kids. This tops the list as one of the greatest gifts to give your toddler, especially for those of you who are knee deep in snow with children verging on cabin fever!

It's the Surf Swing by Modern Convenience! Available in two great colors... this swing will light up any child's life. Hours of enjoyment for your kid and at least an hour of peace for you!

For the Style Impaired...

I think it is safe to say that I am not the only mom who felt completely challegend when it came to designing my first nursery! Luckily for me, my sister is an interior designer and gave me a leg up on what's hip and ultra cool for little kids. Now the folks at Serena & Lily have created a book of style for modern moms everywhere! Serena and Lily's Nursery Style... An inspiring guide to finding your personal style and creating a one-of-a-kind nursery. Each chapter shows you how to implement your theme with color, fabrics and accessories making this the ultimate guide to decorating baby's room.

Hiya Baby!

Welcome the Hiya Series... the latest and greatest modern children's furniture to hit the scene. Spot On Square is on a mission to bring eco-conscious, quality furniture to modern families while making sure above all that these pieces uphold the best in design quality. The brand is centered on three pillars that serve as a framework; sustainability, safety and purity in design. Needless to say, they have designed a line a furniture sure to be an instant classic with the eco-modernist tot in your life!

p.s. This series starts shipping the end of February...

A chair every kids will love!

It is called the cubino - a kid's chair you won't need to hide when guests arrive. This chair is uber cute and a sweet addition to any modernist dwelling. Whether lounging during a cartoon, or reading books on their own, kids will love this cool chair. Available in Blue/Brown, Green/Brown, Orange/Brown and Pink/Brown. (recommended for ages 18 months to 7 years)

p.s. why not get the matching loveseat while your at it!

Just the right height...

Finally... a booster seat that makes sense. Instead of putting your child on a booster seat that slips of the chair or has no possible way of containing that restless little toddler, now their is a booster seat that makes sense. The Kaboost Portable Chair Booster has arrived! KABOOST is a compact and portable chair booster that raises the height of kitchen and dining room chairs so your child can sit at the table just like a grown up. With KABOOST, the entire dining experience is enhanced for both child and family. Brilliant and only $39.95!