Request

If anyone has a picture or scan of the African themed nursery for Shiloh Jolie Pitt that was featured on "The Fabulous Life Of Brad and Angelina's Baby", could you email it to me. It was the nursery made by Kimberly Hall Kids.

Valco's Buggster

Valco introduced the Buggster stroller at this year's ABC Kids Expo. The Buggster is a part light weight, part sport stroller. It's made like a jogging stroller, with three wheels and a design that makes it easily to push. But it's also rather small and easily foldable. The hood of the stroller has also been made larger to protect from sunlight and the stroller itself comes with a zip in UV Protection, a raincover, and a boot cover. A bassinet that's sold separately can be attached as well. Look for the Buggster in 2007.

New From Tiny Love

Tiny Love has developed the Sunny Stroll for 2007, a new kind of Take-Along Arch for a stroller or car seat. The Sunny Stroll's toys can be easily angled towards the baby since the whole thing binds every which way. The toys have also been specially created to encourage moter development in babies ages newborn and up. It will be out in stores next year.

Combi's 2007 Line

Combi had their 2007 line out for the ABC Kids Expo. Everyone seems to be going with the Mod Dots theme next year. Many of their new strollers, like the double one seen above, had the modern theme going on. I really liked the pink one. The bouncer is also changing for 2007. It's gotten a lot more plush with the padded seat cover and the new headrest. It's very different looking than the one that's out now. Their highchair has gotten revamped as well. It's now smaller and comes with two trayes, one with a toy and one for eating. The playard is staying the same but it's going to come in a lot more colors, all matching the highchairs. Combi also showed off their new baby car walker. It's very cool looking and very unlike anything else I've seen in stores recently. Look for all this stuff in 2007.

The Xplory evolves

Starting soon you will be able to attach a carseat to your Stokke Xplory. New for 2007 are the Peg Perego and Graco Snugride carseat adaptors which will work with all new models. Stokke introduced them at the ABC Kids Expo, along with the new Tripp Trapp for the USA which is now out in stores. It looks just like the European model and will be used from ages 6 months and on. Stokke also introduced their new Dwell bedding sets for the Sleepi crib and I will be posting on those along with all the new items from Dwell very soon.

New from Svan & Cariboo

Two new items from Svan and Cariboo were introduced at the ABC Kids Expo. The images above are of the new fabric for the Cariboo bassinet and Cariboo's new crib bedding, made by Petunia Picklebottom. The new fabric is called Fawn and is available in both pink and blue colors and will be in stores soon. The second new item is the Svan tray which will be added to their highchairs in 2007. The tray is being introduced to make the chair easier to clean and eat on. It fits on any Svan Highchair.

Britney gets a gift from Xtina

Christina Aguilera is no longer Britney Spears' rival it seems. Xtina, as she is known online, had Beverly Hills store Petit Tresor send a $500 gift basket to baby Sutton Pierce. Items included porcelain crockery, a cuddly elephant, a hooded towel, slippers, a nightlight, toys from Kaloo, and a Bratt Decor stacking bin. The basket was delivered to the Malibu, California home of Brit, and the card was said to have read "Congratulations on the new addition to your family" and was signed "Love Christina and Jordan".

The Co-Sleeper in black

Arm's Reach had a black Co-sleeper and Mini Co-Sleeper on display at the ABC Kids Expo. I have never seen one in black, but the woman at the booth told me they were already in stores. Anyone seen one? Anyhow, I really like it in black and I think a lot of other people will too. The pink and blue ones were great too, but the black just seems to blend in well with a parent's room. I also love the canopy, already in stores as well.

Maclaren's 2007 New Products

Maclaren introduced some new products at the ABC Kids Expo. One of them is their new stroller, the Techno XLR, that's pictured above. The Techno XLR is an improvement on the current Techno line and comes in a variety of new colors including pink. Its also a full-feature travel system that comes with a car seat adaptor and a matching car seat cover, both of which fit most brands. The Techno XLR also has another great feature that separates it from the other Technos in that its much larger and can accommodate larger children or any child that just wants some more room. Also check out the pictures above of the new carrier and bouncer in pink.

New from Dr. Brown

These are the new products from Dr. Brown due out next year. I saw them at the ABC Kids Expo and was lucky enough to get some pictures. Dr. Brown is coming out with their own breast pumps and they've got a ton of features you can read about when you click the pictures. Best of all they fits all Dr. Brown standard and wide-neck bottles. There is both an electric and manual pump. Both provide the same One-Way airflow that draws air away from the breast, helping to eliminate bacteria to both mother and baby. Dr. Brown is also making their own sterilizer, breast pads, breast milk storage bags, bottle carrier, gel pads, and bottle brush. All of these are pictured above.

Maxi Cosi and Quinny coming to the USA

The safe world of Maxi Cosi and Quinny are headed to this side of the pond. In Spring 2007, the USA will get the first American versions (above) of the Maxi Cosi Cabrio and the Quinny Strollers. They have been redesigned a little bit to fit American standards, but for the most part they are the same. I have not heard what stores will be selling the first line next Spring, but I gathered it would be in the northeast somewhere. Probably NYC.

New Oeuf Clothing Line

Modern design comany Oeuf showed off their new clothing line at the ABC Kids Expo last week. I totally love the angel sweater! All of their stuff was great. The padded bouncers looked fabulous as well and that was the first time I had seen one up close. I visited their booth and they were so nice to me. The clothing is said to be coming out soon in stores, so look for it in places that sell Oeuf. It's also available online right now.

New Bugaboo at the ABC Kids Expo

The Bugaboo Cameleon in denim was on display at the ABC Kids Expo. As you may recall, Bugaboo has a Frog in denim not long ago and now they've brought it back in Cameleon form. The new model as orange stitching on the denim fabric. It will be in stores early next year.

Best & Co Special Promotion

Our website is doing a promotion with Best & Company. Readers will receive 20% off at checkout when they spend $350 or more now through September 21st, online only. The promotion code is bestchic. Best & Co. recently got in their fall collection with great party dresses, ruffle blouses, herringbone jumpers for girls, cashmere sweaters for girls, boys, and baby; great oxfords and knits for boys. They cater to all kinds of parents, including celebrities at their two stores in Greenwich and NYC.

Marcia Cross at Babystyle

Mother-to-be Marcia Cross was seen shopping at at Babystyle over the weekend in Santa Monica, CA. Marcia and her onscreen character on Desperate Housewives are due to have a baby sometime next year. This Spanish blog has the more photos. Also, I just got home from the ABC Kids Expo and I have a TON of pictures of new porducts for 2007 and 2008. So stay tuned for that coming up.

Going To ABC Expo

I am leaving in the mourning for Las Vegas to attend the ABC Kids Expo. ABC is a baby products event where I will get to meet with the makers and reps for various brands and discuss future products. I will be posting about all the upcoming 2007 baby gear featured at the Expo as soon as possible, so stay tuned.

What's Suri wearing?

Taken from Celebrity Babies: You've seen the photos of Suri Cruise in Vanity Fair and maybe now after the shock has worn off, you're wondering, "What is baby Suri wearing?" (Or maybe not.) Here's the scoop. White dress with smocking and pink roses, Besos by Kissy Kissy, Violets are Blue Collection, "Primrose" (pages 280-283). Other dresses in this line cost a very reasonable $36 at MothersMilk.com We all know that Katie Holmes is fond of Bonpoint and now we can see Suri wearing one of her purchases. White dress with smocking, Bonpoint. The dress is not currently available on their website but it looks really similar to a Bonpoint dress that Anya wore to her uncle and aunt's wedding (pictured left). It must be from their spring/summer collection. (pages 276-277) Long sleeved white onesie by Petit Bateau, socks by Baby Dior. Petit Bateau is like the Hanes of France except much better quality and much nicer styling. Suri is wearing a kimono-style onesie that is not available on their US site but is very similar to this Milleraies Side-Snap Bodysuit in baby pink/white ($16). (pages 292-293) One-piece pale camel colored sweater by Maloup (pages 294-295) Bella and Connor Bella is wearing See by Chloe, which is Chloe's more youthful line. Connor is wearing a Quiksilver polo shirt. Quiksilver is a very popular surf and skate line. (I could not find these items online.)

Katie Holmes at Bonpoint

Katie Holms and her mom spent the day yesterday shopping in Beverly Hills and happened upon the most infamous celebrity baby store in the world, Bonpoint. Katie appeared to have bought a ruffled white onesie, a brown jumper, and a brown sleeper for baby Suri who's photos I'm sure you've seen by now. Bonpoint is very big with star moms like Angelina Jolie, who's daughter Zahara wore a Bonpoint dress in the People spread on Shiloh.

Bath Goods

I dislike most bath toys for good reason. Most take up a lot of room, drip water forever and a day, and can become the perfect weapon for two or toddlers. That's why I was so happy to see Bath Goods at Sparkability. Bath Goods are made up of a collection of fifteen bath appliqués, three balls, and two mini-scrubbies in really neat colors. Nothing absorbs water. So not only do they not leak all over the place after the bath, but they also reduce the risk of mold and mildew. Quite a nice idea.

Peanut Butter and Lili

And a final thanks to Peanut Butter and Lili, who were so nice in buying an ad last month and helping me out. Their online store provides a carefully crafted selection of high-quality children's products, gifts, and clothing. They have some really great stuff. And they have the amazing Sophie the Giraffe. Sophie may be purchased for your child, as a gift or as a donation for a child living in an orphanage in Ukraine. All proceeds of Sophie sales will be donated to Life2Orphans to purchase much needed food and medical supplies for orphanages in Ukraine. Overall, a wonderful store.