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ABC3D - A Pop-up Alphabet Book

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:08:23 -0500

Wow - the pop-up book of all pop-ups - ABC3D. Forget the kids, I want one just for my coffee table.

Get ABC3D via Amazon.

Photographer Spotlight: Alison Garnett

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:51:34 -0500

Take some time today to enjoy the photography of Alison Garnett. I love the composition of her images without feeling like her subjects have been posed. I guess that's a great challenge for me - to take photos of my daughter in the moment and make it seem effortless on behalf of the photographer. I take great inspiration from Alison - a graphic designer by trade so that explains her great eye.

To learn more about her approach to photography, read Alison's tips on photographing children and "documenting childhood".

Alison's work can also be found at Me Between You, My LaLaLand, and her Etsy store.

Glowing Room Thermometer by Grobag Egg

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:08:00 -0500

Blue for too cold and red for too warm, and yellow is just right. Between 61 and 67 degrees Fahrisenheit is what Grobag Egg says is just right for your baby ideal sleeping room temperature range. We actually just like the easy way to tell if your room is too hot or too cold. Plus the Grobag Egg is a nice night light too.

Grobag Egg | $30 from Keen Distribution

From Around the Mom Blogs - June 30

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 02:49:36 -0500

Boston Mamas: Time-Out Mama
Need a time-out? 'Mothers Need Time-Outs Too' seeks to motivate moms to give themselves the time-outs they need and deserve.

Car & Caboodle: Win a Bugaboo Frog
Baby or laundry? What's in your stroller? Submit an entry to our Dashboard Confessions

The Cradle: Mocktails for Baby Showers
Moms-to-be want to celebrate too with

MomFinds: Win a Win a Tag Reader Pen & Book from LeapFrog
School may be out, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop.

One Chic Mama: Show Off Your Tan with Twisted Silver
Jewelry from Twisted Silver is perfect for showing off your tan (real or from a botttle). Enter to win a bracelet.

The Nest Baby: Boppy Nursing Pillow Giveaway
We're giving away four Boppy nursing pillows! To enter, just tell us the strangest place you've ever nursed.

Owyn Toy Box

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:58:13 -0500

Oh my, how cool is the Owyn Toy Box? Plus, this colorful toy storage option found by Swiss Miss.

A Video to Lift Up Your Friday

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 03:34:41 -0500

Where the Hell is Matt? (2008) from Matthew Harding on Vimeo.

I've seen earlier videos by globetrotting Matt before, but his latest 2008 version reminded me that, as we near our daughter's first birthday, it's time to get back out again and to enjoy life's moments whenever and where ever we are. Happy Friday!

[Thanks Metro Dad]

Where in the World Have You Been With Your Orbit Baby?

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:00:53 -0500

Whether in your local neighborhood park or somewhere exotic, Orbit Baby wants to know where you've taken your Orbit stroller. Send in a photo of any Orbit product in use and on the go to Orbit's Travel Photo Contest for a chance to win $100. Enter at the Orbit Baby website.

Win a Bugaboo Frog with a Dashboard Confession

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:25:05 -0500

Have you used your stroller for carrying things other than your baby? Groceries, potting soil, & beer come to mind for me. Share a short video of your "stroller transport" experience and you'll be entered to win a new Bugaboo Frog Stroller from Let's Go Strolling. For more details, check out the latest Dashboard Confession contest over at Car & Caboodle.

Nursery Design: Calm and Peaceful with DeNai Jones

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:24:30 -0500

If you believe a baby nursery should embody a peaceful environment, then you'll be inspired by DeNai Jones' nursery for her second son [slideshow at Flickr]. Jones, designer at Petunia Pickle Bottom, looked to nature elements and earth tones to create this unique nursery. DeNai explains -

My intention when designing my son's nursery was to create a tranquil, organic, and textural experience. Ultimately, the nursery is the most calming place in our home…so I believe I achieved what I set out to accomplish. Now with a two year old toddler and a newborn reeking havoc in our home, it's the place I like to kick up my heels and find tranquility.

See how DeNai's nursery started from her Woodland Nursery mood board entry at Decor8.

Ali's Picks: Oxo Candela Nightlights

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 03:55:40 -0500

Clever, colorful, practical, and cute—these portable lights emit a gentle glow whenever and wherever you need them most. They turn on automatically when lifted from their charger, which means no switches to fuss with in the middle of the night. And they give you up to eight hours of illumination away from their base.

Their ambient light makes them perfect for nursing or diaper changes—much more soothing than flipping on the overhead lights. Best of all, since they don't need to stay plugged in, they can be taken "to go," making them a great toddler option for late-night trips to the bathroom (or into mom and dad's room). They'll even switch on automatically when the electricity goes out, making them a soothing presence during thunderstorms.

As far as nightlights go, they just don't come any more practical or versatile. And with their fun shape and contemporary colors, they'll brighten up your child's room in more ways then one!

Oxo Candela Nightlights | $50 at Giggle

From Around the Mom Blogs - June 20

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:04:08 -0500

Classy Mommy: Little Scholastic Giveaway
Win Little Scholastics Summer Goodie Bag full of 5 Books!

Clever Parents: Get Beach Ready With Rachael Ray
Every Day with Rachael Ray wants to get readers ready for summer in every way.

The Cradle: Baby Bottles: The Breakdown
BPA, glass, nipples - everything you need to know when choosing a baby bottle.

Eco-Dough
Looking for a natural craft dough, but don't have the time to make it from scratch?

Join A Modern Moms Group!
Modern Moms Groups are launching across the country to offer women a community of like-minded moms offline.

MomFinds: Win a $100 Cabana Life Shopping Spree
Be stylish and sun smart with Cabana Life's sun protective clothing line.

One Chic Mama: Clarks for Kids
Clarks, makers of stylish and comfy shoes for women, now make clever shoes for kids

The Nest Baby: Personalized Charm Necklace Giveaway
We're giving away a one-of-a-kind Lisa Leonard charm neckalce, personalized with your loved ones' names.

Selina Rose's Cut Felt Panels

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 23:12:29 -0500

Not sure how or where I might use these in a nursery, but these cut wool felt panels by UK's Selina Rose are just too cool. The two designs, Bloom and Botanica, are available as commissioned pieces for a range of interior applications including rugs, sliding curtain panels, wall decals, room dividers, table top, lighting and upholstery.

How would you use these panels?

via Oh Joy!

Last Chance to "Meet Me in Mexico"

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 03:31:20 -0500

Here's your last chance to guess the destination city in the photo above to win an entry to Glam's Meet Me in Mexico contest.

Etsy Find: Gypsy and Twink

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 02:27:50 -0500

Perfect for a child's bookcase - Gypsy and Twink's painted and collaged wooden animals.

Gardening Fun with Food Map Containers

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 03:56:13 -0500

Growing vegetables has never seemed more fun for kids when using these Food Map Containers. Designed by architect Jon Wilson, the containers were designed to be the ideal dimensions for growing vegetables from tomatoes to carrots. The containers also help promote sustainability through sourcing foods locally - especially your backyard. The container is made from 100% post-consumer waste and are priced from $245 - $255 depending on cart height.