Starfish™ Bath Sensor  (Orange Tree Group)
Here's a great gadget that Mom's and Dad's will appreciate - a thermometer that suctions to the side of the tub.  It has an alarm that will let you know when it's bath time - or if the water is high enough.  So if you're filling the tub while doing laundry, making the bed and changing a diaper as all busy mom's do an alarm sounds when the water reaches the bottom of the unit.  It's a lifesaver if you've ever had a bath overflow!  It's got a sturdy suction cup and measures temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit. Our mom-tester just loved it, she loved knowing the temperature even though she was always sure to test the water herself.  She said "sometimes it's hard to tell if what's warm enough for you isn't too hot for the baby!" $14.95

Fold ‘n Carry Floppy Seat:  Here's a great gift for any new mom.  This great seat cover protects little ones from the germs that you find on grocery carts and restaurant high chairs.  Our tester, a mother of two loved the fact that it covered everything - front to back, and it prevented her teething daughter from chewing on the rails of the cart!  She commented that it washes very easily and hasn't faded.  It is soft, comfortable, easy to put on and colorful!   Some of the best things about this version is that it folds itself into it's own carrying bag.  It also has loops for pacifiers, pockets for bottles and toys! Retails for $39.99

Bear View Infant Mirror (SeeMeSmileProducts) $24.95  This is a great gift for a new mom - or carpooling grandparent.  The mirror allows you to view your child in your rearview mirror -- so you never have to turn around.  Another big plus, my 10 week old who is testing it out thinks it's hysterical.  We received the monkey to test and my kids have named him Elvis.  My 10 week old coos and smiles at him during the ride - when she's not sleeping!  It certainly has stopped her from being bored, staring at the back of a car seat the whole time.  You can locate a retailer through their site or go to Right Start or USA Baby.

Sun Suit (Fun In The Sunwear) Did you know that pediatricians suggest NOT using topical sunscreens for infants under the age of 6 months?  Well this is a great way to protect your grandchild or child from the sun.  The suit is made from Dupont LYCRA® and is cool, breathable, lightweight, and quick drying.  It's very much like a rash guard for a baby.  It can be worn swimming or playing and it's rated to block 98% UV rays at $20.00 it's a great gift.


Cute Baby Shoes  Want something to make every mom happy - give them a gift that will keep socks on their newborns feet!  These great shoes are soft, fashionable and above all practical!  They will keep their toes toasty on cool days or in air-conditioning and if the baby is being introduced to an exersaucer it will protect them.  The soft suede soles allow baby's feet to grip the ground while the leather uppers let baby's feet breathe. They can be worn with or without socks.  They are made of a soft suede outer soles with fabric inner soles and a layer of padding in between to cushion baby's first steps. $24.95

Blossoms Pacifier Chain (Haba) Newborn & Up, $12.00
Here's a great gift that your grandchild (and their mother) will love.  You'll never loose a pacifier again.  They are safe, colorful and secure.  There's also the Teddy Pacifier Chain for boys. Simply attach this soft and colorful plush 8.5 inch chain to their pacifier and be happy!

Pampers Gift Certificates (Pampers)  Here's a great gift for a new mom, dad, or friend, it's a gift certificate for diapers!  What new parent doesn't cringe every time they go to the store to purchase diapers!  Well this will lighten their shopping bill considerably! As a parent I know that this is one gift I would use!    Pampers Gift Certificates can be ordered online in increments of 1, 2, 3, 5, or 10 individual certificates – each good for one Jumbo Pack of Pampers diapers or pants.  Prices range from $12 for one certificate to $99 for a pack of 10, plus a flat shipping and handling fee of $2.99.  The certificates are delivered right to the recipient’s or gift giver’s door in a decorative envelope or – to make the gift extra special – an optional gift box for an additional $2.49.  For more information or to order Pampers Gift Certificates, visit www.pampers.com/gift.

Funkie Baby Lap Tee (funkie baby) Age 6-12 months $16.00
These cute Lap Tee's are a great gift for the new baby.  They are soft, in beautiful colors and cute as can be.  The logo is just the cutest thing and they come in variety of colors.  

coccolo baby (Succo)  $32.00  
Succo makes gorgeous clothes for children in sizes from birth through size 4T.  We were sent a gorgeous three piece outfit in pink for a newborn.  It came with a pink onesie, pink pants and pink hat.  Adorned with a horse, it's a perfect gift for the newborn, or to give as a shower gift.  They have  many other designs as beautiful as they are well made.

Newborn Pink Shoe with White and Pink Flower &  Brown Eskimo Boots (ShooShoos) 
These funky and functional shoes are made with cool kids in mind.  They range in sizes from newborn to 24 months and come in the hottest styles and colors around.  Prices range from $21.99 to $33.99, but they also have a sale of the week where you can find some really great deals!  They make a great gift for a new baby - and a wonderful alternative to just socks!

Snapsuits (WryBaby) $24.00
Wry Baby makes clothes for children up to 12 months old. The line of clothes and accessories are printed with funny advice and obvious, but fun sayings from "I Can't Read" to "I Eat Dirt."  They have some great gifts for the holidays rompers that say "Not An Elf" and "Ate My Driedel."  Rompers retail for $27.00

Beatrix Potter Seedlings (Heyman) 
Looking for something gorgeous and timeless to dress your grandchild in?  Well Heyman Corporation has introduced a line of clothing inspired by the works of Beatrix Potter and they are just gorgeous.  The clothing made of supple fabrics in gorgeous colors.  The clothing is well made, beautifully detailed and will certainly withstand the rigors of multiple washings.  Our new mom tester just loved the adorable little outfits.

Lamaze: Spin and Stack Rings (RC2 BRANDS) Age: 9 months - 2 years $24.99 
"My daughter really enjoys playing with the colorful rings. Each ring has a different, colorful, tags which she loves to touch. As my daughter gets older I think she will enjoy stacking the rings and I will be pleased because it is ideal for helping her with coordination."  

Lamaze Barn Yard Crawl Toy  (RC2 BRANDS) Ages 9-24 months $24.99
"Both my seven month old daughter and I LOVE this toy. She loves the bright lights, and colorful strings. When sitting up she enjoys spinning the cow and sheep sides. I believe it has also encouraged her to crawl by its rolling motion. I would recommend this toy especially for babies 6-12 months," reports the mother of our seven-month-old tester.

Charlie the Caterpillar (Mamas & Papas) Ages 1+, $109.99
Our tester a 14-month-old boy just loved this caterpillar as did his parents.  The both love the soft colorful body, old fashioned design with wooden handgrips, runners and footrests.  They especially liked the crinkly fabric and the music that plays when his ear is tugged  "It's a beautiful gift for any baby," commented his mother.  

Baby Curly (Build-A-Bear)  $36.00 
Want to welcome your new grandchild with a gift they'll enjoy for years?  Well, Baby Curly from Build-A-Bear is a cute little teddy bear that comes in a blanket, sleeper with bottle and rattle. It's also a great sibling gift to ease the stress on older siblings.  While mommy is feeding the new baby the little brother or sister can feed their "baby."  If you're giving this as a baby keepsake you can also personalize the blanket with 3 lines of embroidery on the hood for only $8 more!

Open Wide / Sweep Pea (Metal Morphosis) $20.00
These awesome pewter spoons  were created by Kaycee Binns - an artist whose work is inspired by her grandmother and all the imaginary worlds and characters she created for her during storytelling times.  We gave these spoons to a new mother whose son was just about to start solids and she was thrilled!  She loved the intricate design and lettering and said the size was "just perfect."  Since they are pewter they are completely safe! They are made in the USA and cost $20.00 each.

ABC Bears Mobile (North American Bear Company) Ages Newborn to 5 months.  $50.00 
Our mom-tester was thrilled with this mobile.  She said, "this is so nice because it features the ABC bears, is gender neutral, and isn't overly bright."  The mobile turns gently and her mother liked the fact that it played a nice tune "the alphabet song".  She also liked the fact that it didn't startle her daughter like some other mobiles can.  It comes packed in a nice box which makes it perfect for gift giving.  

Baby Neptune Soothing Seascape (Baby Einstein) Ages birth +, $29.99
Sooth your baby to sleep with Neptune an adorable little turtle from Baby Einstein.  You can press buttons for lights, sounds, music and movement.  There are two play modes continuous and 12-minute shutoff.  There are additional features that your older child will eventually discover.  Our mom-tester just loved this and was thrilled to have it for her baby.

Whale-of-Fun (Tiny Love) Ages 9 months+, $14.95 
This toy is a fun bath toy that encourages fine motor skills.  The whale has colorful graphics, pushbutton waterspout, fish, seahorse and more.  It suctions to most surfaces so your child can just play while you're busy washing them!  It's a fun little tub toy. 

Baby Sprinkles  (Potting Shed Creations, Ltd) $3.95
This is a cute gift to give as a stocking stuffer or a favor for baby showers.  Each tin contains blue (or pink) Forget-Me-Not seeds (Mysotis sylvatica) and planting instructions. 

ZIAJA Baby Products  $4.99 - $8.99
Are you looking for a sugar-free toothgel, gentle cleansing soap or lubricating bath?  If so, you'll want to check out Ziaja's line of baby products.  Soon-to-be moms will want to check out the Mamma Mia Stretch Mark Cream.  The products are natural, nice smelling and work well.  Ziaja's scientists in Gdansk using the latest technology and purest natural resources such as herbs, vitamins and botanical oils have created innovative formulations. 

Baby Medi-Cube Care Kit (elegantbaby) $20.00
Here's a great gift for the new mom.  Now she won't be searching for the digital thermometer or aspirator at the local drug store.  This great kit comes packed with a digital thermometer, medi spoon, nasal aspirator, water-filled teether, nail clippers and, comb & brush.


Baby Burpies & The Ultimate Swaddling Blanket (Swaddle Designs) ($18.00 & $24.00)
There is evidence that swaddling a baby helps to reduce the risk of SIDS.  These great products are made of 100% cotton, come in beautiful colors and are extremely durable.  Our new mom tester really liked the swaddle tips that are on the blanket.  Swaddling a newborn can be confusing and she liked the reminder once she left the hospital! These are a great gift for new moms!