Posts Tagged ‘baby clothes’

Play is the Essence of Life

Play is the Essence of Life

One of my favorite parenting books is Playful Parenting by Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D.  He is a licensed Psychologist specializing in children’s play and play therapy.  In creating this section in our blog, I am hoping to provide a resource of creative ideas to handle the everyday life as a parent. 

We all have those days when things seem so overwhelming and we don’t think we can handle anything else.  Those are the days when it is almost impossible to think of productive and creative ways to solve issues.  By coming to this site, we can provide a forum for sharing creative (outside of the box) ideas to make our lives easier.

Each week, I will feature a new creative play activity for newborns and toddlers.  These activities will be focused around developmental building blocks, bonding time, and cooperation.  Some of these ideas will be the miracle cure for your battles and some will only be a building block to another possible solution.  Some days you might even find some stories that will make you smile, as you read about life as a parent. 

In Lawrence Cohen’s book he points out the following,

play is children’s way of exploring the world, communicating deep feelings, getting close to those they care about, working through stressful situations, and simply blowing off steam. That’s why "playful parenting" is so important and so successful in building strong, close bonds between parents and children. Through play we join our kids in their world-and help them to:

  • Express and understand complex emotions
  • Break through shyness, anger, and fear
  • Empower themselves and respect diversity
  • Play their way through sibling rivalry
  • Cooperate without power struggles

Nothing in this life is straightforward, so together we can learn ways to teach our children and ourselves how to get along in this crazy life.  Jimmy Buffet describes people best in his song, Fruitcakes, “There is a little bit of fruitcake left in everyone of us”.    Have a very fruitful day!

Reference – http://www.playfulparenting.com/a-about.htm

 

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It’s A New Year Baby!

Another year has come and gone. A new year means a new baby for many. While new moms quickly register for all the must-have baby necessities, what do you get the mom who already has all the practical stuff? The gift of cuteness. These days, cute is in high demand when it comes to baby clothes. Below are so tempt-worthy choices that sure to make mom, family and friends say: "Awwwwwww."

Pink Cable Hat & Booties Set
Its A New Year Baby!
This
hat and booties set by Egg Baby is so beary, beary adorable. The ultra soft hat is made from 100% cotton, and the cotton booties have ultrasuede traction. This adorable gift set comes packaged in its own unique box – no gift wrapping necessary!  Availble in ivory, blue and pink

 

 

 

 

 

 

Newborn Star Layette

Its A New Year Baby!


Baby blue looks best on a baby.  This cotton layette has baby blue long sleeves, soft white and blue stripes on the body , and an adorable star patch and convenient snaps down the side. This precious layette is a biscotti line by Kate Mack.

 

 

 

Hug Me Onesie Long Sleeve by Haute Baby
Its A New Year Baby!



Oh-so pink and precious. This super soft pink cotton onesie has "Hug Me" adorned in rhinestones. Pair with leggings or a tiny tutu for added cuteness. Made in the USA by fashion designer Haute Baby.

 

 

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Sweet Puppy Love

Sweet Puppy Love

 

There are two things that melt most hearts: puppies and babies. Combine the two, and you suddenly have a recipe for something that is completely cute and totally irresistible. Today, clothing designers are getting more creative and playful when creating sweet little infant clothes and toddler outfits. When it comes to cuteness, designers know that you can never have too much. Lately, they’ve been reaching into their bag of tricks to give moms some serious drool-worthy baby clothes. Below are some stylish little duds that are here to stay:

 

 

 

Sweet Puppy Love 

Lots of Spots Hooded Jacket by Haute Baby
There’s a lot to love about this soft
hooded jacket, like the sweet dalmation spots and the red buttons. However, it’s the black puppy dog ears on the hood that you’ll simply fall in love with – over and over again.

 

 


 

Sweet Puppy Love



Lots of Spots Pant Set by Haute Baby Lots of Spots
Looking for something to wear under the Lots of Spots Hooded Jacket? The adorable
Lots of Spots Pant Set is the perfect choice; it pairs perfectly with the jacket. The top features a dalmation doggie bone and puppy dog in the middle, which complements the cuddly hooded jacket.

 

 

 

 

Sweet Puppy Love

 

 

 

 Coverall by Haute Baby
Even the most bright-eyed and bushy-tailed baby needs to take a nap. This
coverall is a darling doggy dud perfect for chasing dreams. Covered in dalmation spots and trimmed in red, this coverall also features a soft fire truck and red puppy dog.

 

 

 


Sweet Puppy Love




Puppy Love Long Sleeve Legging Set by Haute Baby
This is such a sweet little
puppy legging set. The baby blue striped set is adorned with a a sweet puppy and feautres khaki check patches cover the knees. The instant that you lay eyes on your little one wearing it, you’ll believe in puppy love at first sight.

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Precious Piggies

Baby feet are just too irresistible; maybe it’s those tiny toes that we eagerly count the moment they are born. Whatever the reason, it’s hard not to tickle those tiny tootsies or count each teeny toe. Only babies can get other people to kiss their feet, which proves the power of those precious piggies. Just like the piggies, baby socks and shoes seem to create squeals of delight from people too. There’s just something too cute about miniature socks and shoes that replicate the trendy styles created for adults. Make something little and it instantly becomes a must-have. While there are a lot of adorable baby outfits and baby clothes for your little love, the shoes or socks can often be the icing on that sweet little look.

Here are just a few tempting choices to tickle your foot fancy:

Precious Piggies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suzie Qs Socks by Trumpette – pink and perfect for a precious little girl. These will keep her feet looking pretty without the need for shoes.

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Cowboy Socks by Trumpette – there’s a new style in town, and it’s name is seriously cute. These will keep his feet protected from no good icy feet.

Precious Piggies

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bellarisa Ballet Booties – friends and family will applaud these dancing shoes. They put on such a pretty performance.

Precious Piggies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tan Suede Hook and Loop Western Boot – even tough guys will have a soft spot for these baby boots.

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