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From baby toys and cool threads to store openings and things to do with your little one. We cover the new, the old favourites and the best-kept secrets for everything baby.
Finally - A Comfortable Carrier for Bigger Babies
Now that our youngest are walking, we’d pretty much given up on baby wearing and resigned ourselves to strollers – until we took the new Baby Bjorn Comfort Carrier for a test drive. Maggie (all 14 months and 24 pounds of her) rode comfortably in the carrier for an extended grocery shopping expedition. In fact, the carrier can be used for children from 13 to 31 pounds (about three months to two years). An adjustable, ergonomic waist belt distributes the child’s weight comfortably on the wearer’s hips and babies can face in or out. The organic cotton carrier is machine washable and, best of all, it won't wear you out! Babybjorn.com
Adjustable Toy Strap
We don’t know about you, but as new moms we always seem to leave a litter of dropped toys and sippy cups in our wake. That was before we started attaching a Simply on Board strap to everything in sight. You just attach one Velcro end of the strap to a stroller, car seat, high chair, baby carrier (you get the idea), and the other adjustable end (Velcro again–simple!) to the thing you don’t want to lose, whether it’s your baby’s favorite soother or the indispensible Sophie the Giraffe. There are two machine-washable straps per pack and a variety of colors to choose from. Available at Babies R Us, as well as in store and online at Mastermind Toys (mastermindtoys.com).
The Best Mom and Baby Nutrition Book...Ever
It’s true, whether you’ve been wondering which nutrients you need during pregnancy, or are simply trying to coax your toddler into eating more veggies, this is the book for you. The title (Sprout Right, Nutrition from Tummy to Toddler) pretty much says it all. Written by registered nutritionist Lianne Phillipson-Webb, the book covers everything from the best foods for fighting morning sickness to tips for reducing your child’s allergy risks. As an added bonus, there are more than 75 recipes for homemade baby food for infants and toddlers (“Lentil Shepherd’s Pie” was a big hit with our little taste testers). Sproutright.com
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Eco-friendly change mat
At home or on the go, the Eco Mat diaper changing set is a must. This stylish, waterproof mat is made from non-toxic, eco-friendly rubber and comes equipped with a soft fabric “Puddle Pad” in stain-resistant microfiber or organic cotton. Diaper changes aside, the Eco Mat is also great for tummy time, baby massage, or simply a dry spot to sit on during trips to the park. It rolls up compactly, but provides ample coverage for diaper changes from infancy to preschool and beyond. Thula.ca
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Reversible Baby Bonnet
You just know this sassy little sunhat was made by a mom. Completely reversible, the Urban Baby Bonnet from ub2 comes in a variety of colorful styles, guaranteed to complement any cute outfit. But what we like best is the adjustable chin strap that not even one-year-old Maggie, our hat Houdini, could get undone. The long brim perfectly protects baby from sun, wind and rain and sunhat sizes range from newborn to 3T. For more information and a list of retailers, check out cuteandgreen.ca or contact sales@cuteandgreen.ca.
