The new Maclaren frame

I found this on Magic Beans. Maclaren is introducing a new stroller frame with a redesigned circular pivoting hinge mechanism. This will end all finger entrapment, although it has apparently been in the works for years. Maclaren is already starting the switch and very soon all models will have the new hinge.

Kourtney Kardashian opens about her son's style

Kourtney Kardashian and her son Mason are on the cover of this month's Baby Couture magazine. Kourtney says she likes to dress her son in preppey chic clothes. Her favorite kids brands are "Ralph Lauren, H&M, Petit Bateau and Kicky Pants for PJs, splendid for loungwear. Scott had some custom made Astor & Black dress shirts and suits for Mase. As for shoes, LAMB, Minnetonka Moccasins, Ralph Lauren velvet loafers."

Pediped's Grip ‘n’ Go

Pediped will introduce a new shoe this winter, the Grip ‘n’ Go. This new shoe will be for toddlers in between the Original crib shoe and the Flex walking shoe. They are made with all the benefits of Originals but with thin, flexible rubber soles. The rounded edges mimic the natural shape of a child’s foot and the heel stability and soft toe box allow toddlers to feel and grip the floor. Grip ‘n’ Go™ is ideal for both indoor and outdoor wear.

Olive Juice

We recently got this dress from Olive Juice and it is by far the coolest I've seen in a long time. The quality is better than I can even describe in words. They're a tradional clothing company, yet a lot of their styles are pretty modern too. It's really a mix. But no matter which piece you buy, it all has the same great fabric and attention to detail and it's only sold online through their store. Right now they have a really great Summer sale going on. This includes a $15, a $10 and a $5 outlet. Their Fall collection is coming out in a few days as well. I don't have a preview yet, but stay tuned to their site.

Two new Giggle stores

Baby retailer Giggle will open two new stores soon. The first will be in Dedham, MA (right outside Boston) on September 25 & 26. The second will be in Scottsdale, AZ and that opening date has not been released yet.

Jessica Alba shopping

Jessica Alba was spotted at Bel Bambini, buying a Crane leopard humidifier. This was a little while ago, but it is the first time I have seen the pictures.

Mason sleeps in style

You have noticed this awesome crib on this season of Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami. It's the Alma crib from Bloom in harvest orange, which is sold exclusively at Giggle.

Fall/Winter 2010

Here's a list of sites that now have in some of their FW 2010 collections. Juicy Janie & Jack Saks Elias And Grace Baby Gap Jacadi Bloomingdales Tuesday's Child Little Marc Jacobs Neiman Marcus

Halle is a Gucci mama!

Halle Berry was seen boarding a flight out of LA with Gabriel and Nahla earlier today. Gabriel carries a Gucci diaper bag. The lunchbox is from Oots.

New fall lines for Janie & Jack

Janie and Jack has added some fall lines to their website. They've also added a preview so you can look ahead at what's to come for next season.

25% off any single item at Bellini

Bellini is doing another 25% off promotion, this time at more stores. From July 23 - July 30, you can 25% off any single item including furniture, bedding, accessories, clothes, diaper bags, strollers and more. Stores participating include Scarsdale, Paramus, Short Hills, Stamford, NYC, Center Valley PA, Manhasset, Mellville and Rockville Centre.

Bellini Buzz

Bellini has a new blog, called the Bellini Buzz. It's going to have a LOT of cool articles coming soon and I will also be working it ontoo, so please add it to your list of favorite places!

Baby Einstein All About Baby Sweepstakes

Today Baby Einstein is launching the All About Baby Sweepstakes, where moms and dads can enter for an amazing chance to win a $2,000 U.S. savings bond for their baby and other Baby Einstein prizes. You can enter now at http://babyeinstein.com/sweepstakes. Ends on August 20th.

Le Top Launches Online Boutique

Le Top launchesd its first online boutique today. To celebrate the launch, Le Top is offering customers free ground shipping through August 22, 2010. The site features a wide range of items, with categories including girl, boy, brother/sister, baby, and gifts, and will regularly debut new selections every 3-4 weeks.

Link space questions

We get a lot of inquiries from companies and stores asking us to add their links to our page or to exchange links with us. I just wanted to do a post about this so I may explain how we pick links now. We actually charge for link space on the left side. It's a one time only a fee, and if you are interested please contact me about it.

B-Ready Review

Magic Beans has up a great review on the new Britax B-Ready stroller. It should be out soon, although I'm not quite sure of the exact date.

Rebecca Gayheart for baby

Rebecca Gayheart was spotted shopping for her baby daughter Billie earlier today in Los Angeles. The actress stopped by the Right Start and picked up several baby items.

Bellini on Bravo

Bellini was featured on Bravo tonight. They were in the Real Housewives episode "Bethenny's Getting Married", designing her nursery. Items included the above Alexandra crib and Jessica 3 drawer/1 door dresser. She also had an upholstered glider.

Robeez Free Shipping

Robeez is offering free ground shipping on all orders, now through July 21. No minimum order size! Offer good in the US and Canada only.

Kourtney Kardashian & Skip Hop contest

Kourtney Kardashian has teamed up with Skip Hop to giveaway a “Mama Must-Haves” gift basket. The gift basket includes the Funky Farmyard activity gym, the Splash bottle drying rack, and the Playspot. You can get all the details on her blog and even find an exclusive coupon code.

Janie & Jack Season Finale Sale

The Janie and Jack Season Finale sale is going on now. Get up to 60% off summer clothes while they last, in store and online. Also get a $9 flat shipping rate for 3-day shipping.

Why is Giggle a success story?

ROI has a really interesting story on Giggle this week and why they have been so successful. The company was founded in 2003, as the economy took a downturn, and yet to this day they have seen growth. They've opened 11 retail stores and have a successful online store. Why? The article has some interesting points.

Gwen's special ride

Looks like another exclusive Bugaboo for Gwen Stefani! Just like last time, it appears the singer sent Bugaboo some material from her LAMB line to create a stroller just for her.

Win a Lifetime Supply of MAM Products

Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine and MAM are holding a special contest for readers. One lucky reader will win a lifetime supply of MAM products just by filling out the form on MAM's website.

Win a $5,000 shopping spree at Babies ‘R’ Us

Graco is celebrating the recent launch of My First Baby, a nationally broadcast and online webisode series and community for first-time and expectant parents. So as a gift, they are giving away a $5,000 shopping spree at Babies ‘R Us. Visit http://myfirstbaby.com/video/sweepstakes and submit a video (up to one minute in length) with advice for new parents. Then get your friends and family to vote for it. The video with the most “likes” will be the winner of the shopping spree. The sweepstakes will run until December.

Halo creates Disney-themed sleepsacks

Halo has partnered with Disney to create some really cute sleepsacks. Available in both wearable blankets and swaddlers, themes include Princesses, Mickey and Pooh.

Happy 4th Of July!

I hope all of our readers are having a very Happy 4th Of July!

Magic Beans 30 Days Of Giveaways

Magic Beans is doing their 30 Days Of Giveaways contest again. They are right now on Day 3 and there has been a ton of cool prizes! Check their blog each day to enter a new contest for a new prize (or prizes).

25% off any single item at Bellini

From today until July 9th, get 25% off ANY item in store at NYC area Bellini stores. This includes furniture, bedding, accessories, clothes, diaper bags, strollers and more. Stores participating include Scarsdale, Paramus, Short Hills, Stamford and NYC.

BabyBjorn’s “Feel the Comfort” retailer promotion

We've learned of a new contest from BabyBjorn. Visit a participating store starting July 1, 2010 through August 13, 2010 to test drive the new BABYBJÖRN Comfort Carrier — designed to allow parents to wear larger babies longer and more comfortably — and enter to win a BabyBjorn Babysitter Balance ($169.95) or a BabyBjorn Soft Bib ($9.95). Visit http://www.babyswede.com/feelthecomfort for more information and a list of participating stores throughout the U.S. and Canada.