January 22nd, 2012 Comments(0)
We are very obsessed with Toms Shoes. As a mom, we appreciate that they slip on, look chic, and feel super comfy. We have three pairs already and can’t wait to try out their new ballet flats this Spring. Have you seen their kid’s line? So adorable…in a sophisticated, stylish way. Love the easy on and off with their fuzzy grip closure, and the colors and designs to choose from are amazing. We’re a bit infatuated with this pink herringbone pair. Perfect for a casual day of playground fun, or sightseeing on vacation with mommy & daddy. In addition to being the coolest shoe on the block, Toms is all about the charity. For every pair of TOMS shoes you purchase, they will provide a pair of Toms Shoes to a child living in poverty. So giving and so necessary. Celeb moms that choose Tom’s too are Jessica Alba & Angelina Jolie. Smart choice ladies.
January 08th, 2012 Comments(0)
Want to know how to ignite the desire of travel in your little ones ? Just plunk them down on the couch with the new series of travel books from the travel experts at Lonely Planet, called Not For Parents and they’ll be planning the next family vacay in no time. This new series consists of several smaller books about big cities like Paris, NYC, London & Rome, titled “Everything You Ever Wanted To Know…”. The main book in the series covers about 200 countries and gives the craziest facts, the most interesting tidbits and most jaw dropping info you could imagine. The pictures are vibrant and the text is super easy to read while staying interesting and relevant. Our 5 year old, who is just learning to read asks us to read from one of the guilds each night before bed. She sits there totally captivated…or disgusted, depending on the history or fact we’re reading about (she still shudders that a mommy rat can have 285 babies in a year according to the NYC guild). They have become a fabulous addition to our kids library. Best part? The cheeky “Not For Parents” stamp on the front covers. Love it! Lonely Plant has gotten us parents through rainforests in Costa Rica, sunny beaches of Oz and the temples of Cambodia…now they’re teaching our kids the joy of travel too. Check out the addictive series out at Raincoast Books or on Amazon.
January 02nd, 2012 Comments(0)
As busy moms, we have zero time or patience for shopping. When we get a free minute, the thought of a mall or super sized department store makes us beyond cranky…so now we shop online for wardrobe staples and necessities for the kids. It can become a bit of a problem when our favorite companies send sale and coupon codes to our email account…but there are worse problems to have. With our little one growing like a weed we needed a few new footed sleepers from The Childrens Place this week. They were having a sale and we sat down with a hot cuppa at nap time and shopped in our slippers. They honestly make the best zippered sleepers out there. After three babies we think we know a thing or two about baby sleepers and TCP sleepers are our fave. Love that they get softer with each wash and that they last…our baby wears hers passed down from her school aged sister. They retain their color well, and who doesn’t love a zipper for a 3am diaper change? Buttons and snaps are for the birds….they break, malfunction and will drive even the sanest parent crazy. Sure the patterns aren’t the most original, but the quality and the price are perfect…at least we think so. They’re even our go to gift for new mommies.
December 12th, 2011 Comments(1)
Who knew that finding smart, hip and extra cool clothes for boys could be such a challenge? If you want them durable and functional in addition to stylish, then your quest has just gotten that much more difficult. Thank goodness we heard about the amazing threads from Tom & Drew, and we have been lucky enough to get to try them out. The designs are super original, and completely awesome. With a love of bulldogs and a fine eye for detail, the clothes are perfect for days spent at the park playing on the monkey bars and tag, and also not of out place if your outing involves using fancy silverware and extra polite manners. We absolutely love their brilliant cardigans…manly, yet quite playful with the lion striped back and patched elbows. When worn with the bear hat with attached paws, your little boy will spend the entire day playing make-believe…the entire day…trust us. Our adventurous toddler has been crawling around for days wearing his new bear hat…it’s cute and it keeps him busy (magical words to a mommy). Also on our radar are Tom & Drew’s Japanese jeans. They look fabulous when paired with one of their classic Bulldog tees. It’s a simple yet classy look. We’re not their only fans either. Just flip open a celeb mag and you’ll see the Jolie-Pitt clan sporting their favorite T & D pieces. Kingston Rossdale’s mommy, Gwen Stefani also has a love of all things Tom & Drew as her son has been photographed wearing the line numerous times. Tom & Drew most definitely has the best boy’s designs we’ve scene this year. We feel so lucky that we got to see how cool they are for ourselves.
December 05th, 2011 Comments(0)
Simple and sweet is the way to go when choosing the perfect doll for your little girl at Christmas. We like classic looks and an old school feel to our kids toys, so when we discovered the jersey and embroidered dolls and stuffies from Parisian brand Jacadi we fell instantly in love. Well…we fell in love three times and decided on the Madeleine, Little Red Riding Hood and The Big Bad Wolf . Love the retro look and rag doll appearance. The attention to detail in the stitching is amazing and the hidden extras like Red’s jingly basket add to the lux feel . They may look sweet on your tot’s dresser, but don’t be fooled as these dolls are made to be played with and loved (they make the best tea party guests). Such a timeless Christmas present that looks like it was handmade by Santa’s hard working elves.
November 30th, 2011 Comments(0)
How will we begin our first day of December ? The same way we have been doing for years….by opening day 1 of our Lego Advent calender. Perfect way to kick off the official countdown to Christmas Day. This year the theme is Star Wars, and even though mommy (me) may not know her droids from her storm troopers we’re quite sure that it will be a huge hit with the kids. The Lego Advent calender has become a Christmas tradition in our home, replacing the yummy chocolate one. It only took us one holiday season and one over active 18 month old girl to discover why a calender filled with chocolate was not the best of ideas. Not to worry if you haven’t got one yet, cause even though Lego is sold out and times ticking away, amazon has it listed as available, and it makes a great gift even if you have to catch up on the first few days you missed. The hard part will be you and the kids having enough self control not to open all 24 days at once.
November 21st, 2011 Comments(0)
We’ll admit it…we actually like getting the kids ready in the morning for school. We said it…and we can’t take it back. It’s fun when you can pick out cool outfits together and get it ready the night before. Keeps the drama and tears to a minimum. We love it when we pick out something super hip like the threads from Ada Ada. If you’re tired of traditional pinks and blues for your little ones then this is the collection for you. Gorgeous designs and muted tones set the stage for clothes that look great anywhere from a casual playdate to a fancy party. Love their new tights for girls and the moon hoodie for boys. They wear well and are totally functional in addition to being sophisticated and full of originality. We think the moon hoodie and tee would also look sweet paired with a skirt and fancy tall boots for your little girl. In fact, we think this line is very “Jolie-Pitts”…worldly yet completely approachable. Wouldn’t be too surprised if little Shiloh or Maddox were snapped sporting the designs. Ada Ada’s current F/W 11-12 collection, inspired by Nights & Shining Armour, encourages imagination and dreaming…two things all children should do.
November 13th, 2011 Comments(1)
When buying clothes and shoes for your child, it’s always smart to stick to styles that are timeless. You’ll be avoiding the fads and ensuring that you can pass the items down to other siblings. This why we love the shoes and boots from Pediped. Always fashionable, but always classy and totally wearable too. Our current obsession from Pediped’s Flex line is the Naomi Black Boots…so beautiful, and perfect for this cold weather. The quilted upper adds real style to the boot while the Flex Fit insoles provide extended weariblity. Love the simple side bow and the shiny foot too. These details make the boots perfect for anything from a fancy Christmas party to a dressed down day at the playground. So versatile. If you’re looking for something besides boots, Pediped has plenty of gorgeous shoes just made for the upcoming holidays with lots of metallic, patent leather, glitz and a wee bit of glam thrown in for extra measure. They really are our “go to” place for our kid’s footwear. Stay up to date on all their sales, promos and latest additions by becoming a fan of their FB page like us.
Win a classy pair of Naomi boots for your little girl by commenting on our FB page about Pediped. Tell us what your favorite shoe is from their collection. Contest ends November 30th. Good Luck mommies!
November 06th, 2011 Comments(1)
Simple & classy with a little edge thrown in for fun is what you’ll get when your baby wears threads from Rock Star Baby. This very hip and totally addictive line is from the very talented Tico Torres. Yes…that Tico…the rocker from Bon Jovi. The reason behind his extra curricular activities as a fashion designer for children is simple. He wanted some cool clothes for his own child when he couldn’t find what he was looking for. Sounds like a lot of the hard working mom entrepreneurs we know and write about on this site. Rock Star Baby is a major collection that includes shoes, accessories, newborn & kids clothes and even some very hip blankets. The black, white and gray color scheme works well not only because it looks modern and stylish, but it will match just about anything you already have in your baby’s wardrobe. Also, being a parent makes you appreciate black tee shirts on a whole different level…they wash like a dream and are nearly impossible to ruin. What’s our favorite piece from the collection? We’re absolutely head over heels with the Flower and Skulls dress…sweet with a little drama thrown in for good measure. For newborns we are super into their essential starter sets. Perfect for an impressive baby shower gift as they include all the little things you need to get through a day with a new baby. It even comes gift wrapped in a very posh little black box. Too fabulous.
Get ahead start on all your Christmas shopping with this coupon code from the brilliant folks at Rock Star Baby. Just enter CBC15 for 15% off entire purchase site wide at the checkout. Thanks Tico!
October 25th, 2011 Comments(0)
As a family, we love taking long hikes through the national parks, local green spaces and beach front trails. With the right carrier, you can keep up with an active outdoor lifestyle even with a busy baby. We have been using Phil & Teds Escape carrier all Fall and have to say, it just might be the most fabulous baby carrier we’ve had the pleasure of using. The Escape has all the features we need and appreciate as parents, like it’s sturdy base, and relatively compact size. It’s not small, but compared to other carriers out there it really takes up less precious space in our car and when we store it away. Love the comfort that our baby has in the carrier, while remaining safely and securely strapped in, and the added foot stirrups for better circulation are an extra treat ( they also help keep the mud off mommy’s coat!). Nothing worse then a wiggly unhappy baby half way through your family hike but with the Escape, we’ve had nothing but a content little tot. So content and comfy that she falls asleep on our long walks. If you are looking for a carrier and are new to the baby game, keep in mind Phil & Teds solid reputation and loyal following. They know their baby gear.
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