Shopping for the wee one
Tot I.D. Wristband
So cool. Channel the Livestrong Bracelet and avoid lost children. This funky yellow wristband gives parents of active kids a bit more peace of mind. You can write a name and phone number on the inside face of the bracelet (it can’t be seen by strangers without the removal of the band) and your child can always be identified if lost. www.childishnotions.com
What Your Baby Needs: Registry and Checklist
With the soon to be arrival of your baby, there are so many things that you need to start preparing for. Walking into a baby store for the first time can be a little overwhelming trying to decipher what you really need vs. all the cute stuff that you may want or even wonder what it is or what it does. Read more
Registering for a Baby Shower
Q. Is it acceptable to register for my baby shower?
A. Not only is it acceptable but it is also encouraged. Registering helps your family and friends make sure that they are purchasing what you need. It’s safe to say the last thing you want to deal with after you’ve had your baby is to drive all over your city exchanging your gifts because you’ve received 4 ear thermometers. Register for everything that you want and need, even the big items. It is very common for guests to go in as a group on a present.
Shopping online is an easy way for others to get presents. See our Little Black Book for online shopping options.
Melissa and Doug Joey Magnetic Playset
Our testers have tried this one, and it is the most fabulous toy for toddlers and preschoolers. Outfits make a little boy named ‘Joey’ into a fireman, policeman, superhero, pirate or knight, and the magnetic clothing sticks incredibly well. Did we mention that it is wooden? And includes a super heavy-duty stand? Creativity abounds, and you might just end up with a little fashion designer. Next? A sewing machine. www.melissaanddoug.com
Making Technology Work for You
Bluetooth. Twitter. Blackberry. Ipod. SMS. GPS. IM. Help!! As a parent it is pretty hard to keep track. On a recent visit with some Torontonians, I realized that even I was out of touch. Technology can intimidate me, but it should exist to make our lives easier. So get out the PVR manual, create a Twitter handle and use technology to your advantage. We need all the extra time we can get, and sometimes a text or an email received on a wireless device can decrease stress in our hectic lives. Read more
