Wee Baby Stuff

I have a few pairs of BabyLegs for O & S but I found myself wanting a few more options of color/pattern. While BabyLegs aren't crazy expensive, the $12 adds up fast. I figured since I know how to use a sewing machine, I would put my (limited) skills to the test. Here is a short, easy tutorial for any DIY'ers out there who want to make a pair for their little one: 1. Purchase...

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O & S’s bath time toys were taking over our bathroom and becoming a bother to put away each night. Before having the twins, I had heard of the Boon Frog Pod and it was the first thing that came to mind when I went on the search for bath toy storage. I am so glad I spent a little extra money to get a well-designed, good looking storage option instead of the cheaper versions...

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I often have the tv on in the background during the day (shhh….don’t tell all the critics that say that is bad!). It happened to be on the Nate Berkus show last week on Friday. My attention was peeked by an image of this eco-friendly modern toy box. It turns out it was created by a mom who was searching for modern toy storage for her kids. When she couldn’t find anything, she picked up...

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I have been hearing about the Cribsie Awards for quite some time now and I finally took a minute last night to peek at the nominations and voting. For those of you who haven't heard of the awards, it honors the best brands, products, and websites for babies and toddlers. Categories include Nursery, Gear, Fashion, Play, Mealtime, and Web. Although I didn't take the time to vote (yet), it was fun to peruse the categories...

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I just recently loaned my favorite fabric baby carrier to a friend and thought that it deserved a post to let all of you know about how fabulous I think it is. There are TONS of baby carriers out there and if you feel the way I do, it is overwhelming. I had heard of the K'tan Baby Carrier from a friend, but wrote it off and went with the ever popular Moby Wrap. I...

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I seem to always have food on my mind. Not only do I have to worry about meals for myself but now that O & S are eating solids two times a day (soon to be three), I have to plan that as well. For some, it is easy. You buy some jars of baby food and you're done. But I have been making an effort to do fresh and/or homemade solids for them when...

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I just couldn't resist sharing this adorable idea for a photo prop that was featured on ohdeedoh. All it takes is a simple frame, chalkboard paint and a cute little one! It could be used for birth announcement, holidays, special notes to loved ones .......use your imagination! Chalkboard paint can be painted on an inexpensive piece of plywood or masonite (or simply a wall), which can be cut to fit any frame size. Voila -...

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Converse All Stars seem to be all the rage these days, as I have come across multiple articles online about them. First, something for all the mamas out there. Marimekko, a famous textile pattern company out of Finland, collaborated with Converse for a line of women's sneakers. The collection is called “Converse ♥ Marimekko”, and features several vibrant Marimekko designs. I'm not so sure I can pull off the look of them, but I appreciate...

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Yes, you read the title of the post correctly. I used the adjective "stylish" to describe a baby gate. I never thought I would use the combination together but it is true, I actually came across a baby gate that will look good in your home unlike the plastic ones you usually find. O & S are not on the move yet but once they are, I'm hoping to talk the husband into splurging on...

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I got caught up in the world of little girl hair accessories when I was looking for a headband for S to wear for her 6 month photos. There is a lot out there and I was trying to strike a balance between something that was over the top girly but still keeping it cute girly. Here are a few of my favorite sites that I came across in my search: Giddy Giddy I've seen...

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