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Perfectly Posh & Trendy Baby Gear Inspired by the Royal Baby

by Shahrzad Warkentin

Are you expecting a little prince or princess this year? With the impending arrival of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s new addition, the whole world is officially on Royal Baby Watch. You can get into the spirit with new trendy Royal Baby gear.

Check out some of our favorite picks for your own royal baby.

Magnetic Me’s Limited Edition “An Heir is Born” Collection

Magnetic Me

The Magnetic Me onesies are known for being a silent, time saver thanks to their magnetic fasteners that practically close themselves making it easy dress little princesses and princes in seconds. The new collection features a gown and hat, lovey, swaddle blanket, footie pjs and a bib, all emblazoned with a whimsical print of royal crowns and flags.

Available on Magnetic Me, $15-48.

Personalized Coat of Arms Royal Baby Announcement

Uncommon Goods

This colored-pencil drawing is the perfect keepsake to hang on the royal nursery wall. Each print which is inspired by a royal coat of arms, but with toys and animals, is customized with special details about your baby, including his or her weight, zodiac sign, parents' names, and the town and state of birth.

Available at Uncommon Goods, $120.

Oeuf “2019” Cotton Crown

oefnyc

Crown your little prince or princess with this soft and sweet accessory fit for royalty. This little crown was practically made for newborn photo shoots!

Available at oeufnyc.com, $44.

Cath Kidston London Toile Everyday Changing Bag

Cath Kidston

The design on this stylish diaper bag will have you singing "London Bridge Is Falling Down" while you tote around everything your royal baby needs. 

Available at CathKidston.com, $104.

“The Royal Baby’s Big Red Bus” Book

Amazon

Give your little bookwork a tour of London exploring all the sights from the London Eye to the Tower Bridge. This title is just the latest addition in the Royal Baby book series.

Available at Amazon, $12.40.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

 

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All the Adorable Llama Baby Gifts on Amazon RIGHT NOW

by Karly Wood

Move over unicorns, llamas are in town and they’re the next, cutest animal on the block. If you’re looking for a new theme for your nursery or just the perfect baby gift for an upcoming shower, check out these adorable llama baby gifts that are al on Amazon.

Posh Peanut Newborn Gift

Give your llama-loving mamas the most beautiful gift with this gorgeous newborn set ($33), complete with large swaddle blanket and adorable headband. The beautiful print is made with 100% bamboo and is pre washed not treated with chlorine containing bleaches, zinc and sulphate. And most importantly––would you look at that llama?!

Llama Sleep Sack

Experts say that using a wearable blanket like this Halo Sleep Sack ($25) is much safer than leaving blankets in the crib with a baby, and you can't go wrong with this muslin version with adorable llamas! The unique construction provides for ample breathing room, is "hip healthy" for growing babies and comes with an inverted zipper for easy diaper changes.

Lil' Llama Natural Rubber Teething Toy

Move over Sophie, Lil' Llama ($20) is in town! This natural rubber teething toy is free of lead, phthalate, PVC, and BPA materials and will coordinate with all your other llama accessories beautifully!

Llama Crib Sheet

Keep nice and warm when your baby cozies up to these adorable flannel llama crib sheets ($13). It's made from 100% cotton, full elasticized and fits standard crib mattresses. 

Llama Night Light

Keep a soft glow in baby's room with this adorable llama night light ($17). It features a dusk to dawn light sensor and provides glare-free lighting so you can find your way to the crib in the middle of the night, that's not so bright it will keep the baby awake.

Llama Wubbanub Pacifer

This sweet llama pacifier ($20) soothes in more ways than one! The adorable plush makes those lost Paci's easy to find, and are a fun toy to play with, too!

Llama Bib

Bella Tunno's Mama Llama Wonder Bib ($15) doesn't just catch all those baby mishaps––it looks adorable while doing it! It's made with an adjustable neck and from PVC-free, BPA-free,  and food-grade silicone that is also dishwasher safe!

Llama Llama Nighty Night Book

Start bedtime off on the right foot, even with your new babies! The bedtime story, Llama Llama Nighty Night ($5.39) is the perfect way to say goodnight, and will match perfectly with any llama themed baby gift.

Whole Llama Fun Monthly Sticker Set

Make remembering milestones a breeze when you have monthly printed stickers to mark the occasion, like this adorable whole llama fun stickers ($11)! They're super easy to peel and stick onto baby's outfit each month and make the perfect baby shower gift.

Llama Outfit

Perfect for a baby boy or girl, this yellow llama outfit and hat ($12) ranges in size from 0-24 months. It's made from soft, breathable cotton that makes it easy for baby to move, especially into the crawling stage!

Stuffed Llama

Give the gift of snuggling! This adorable plush llama ($10) is the perfect size for baby and will soon become a favorite. It's bean filled and comes with lots of realistic flair. It would make the perfect gift topper, don't you think?

––Karly Wood

 

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Tray Play: 10 Fun High Chair Activities for Baby

by Suzanna Logan

If you’ve only used your high chair for meals, get ready to knock your parenting game up a notch. With these easy ideas for high chair activities, your baby will be safely contained and entertained, giving you a chance to whip up dinner, make a quick call, do some cleaning, or finish your own meal.

Stirring the Senses

Bradley Gordon via Flickr

Sometimes, around-the-house items like a wooden spoon or spatula can serve as the best toys or distractions for baby. Hand one over while you're cooking and let baby chew, touch and bang to their heart's content.

 

Magnetic Magic

torbakhopper via Flickr

Place a small metal pan and a handful of magnetic letters, shapes or animals on your child's high chair to keep baby busy with sliding and touching the different shapes. Choose large items with securely affixed magnets to avoid a choking hazard. If the pan goes crashing down from the high chair, the magnets should keep the items from going flying. 

Flour Power

Amberlei Hellewell via Flickr

In the middle of baking? Let baby get involved by sprinkling a bit of flour on the high-chair tray for them to push around...and probably get all over themselves.

Banish Boredom with Beads

This classic wooden-bead maze toy, the Melissa & Doug First Bead Maze ($13.99), comes with attached suction cups that make it perfect for high chairs. (Bonus: You can tote it to restaurants to keep babe entertained before the food comes.)

Musical Chair

Dano via Flickr

Turn off the tunes and let your little one make the music instead. Tiny maracas, cymbals or a xylophone are all great ways for baby to shake or bang out a catchy beat from the comfort of the high chair.

Golden Globe

Hello Bee

Who isn't mesmerized by a snow globe or its DIY equivalent? Fill a water bottle with water or oil, glitter and small items such as shells, buttons or beads to create your own baby-safe snow globe or sensory bottle.

It's in the Bag

Can Do Kiddo

Unleash your baby's inner Picasso with mess-free painting. Slip a piece of construction paper into a resealable bag, squeeze in a few drops of paint, and seal it up. Tape it to the high chair's tray and watch the masterpiece come to life.

Turn on the Water Works

The Imagination Tree

If baby's high chair has a tray with a tall lip, you have the perfect spot for baby to splish and splash. Take a cue from Chasing Cheerios and add a drop of food coloring to up the fun factor. Note: This will get messy. Put on the right bib (check out our favorite bibs for every occasion) and maybe save this idea for a warm day when you can park the high chair outside. Or a day when you'd planned to clean your floor.

Pipe Play

elizabeth weislak via Flickr

To keep baby's brain and hands active, reach for a handful of pipe cleaners and an empty water bottle (for older babies) or a wide-mouthed plastic jar (for younger ones). First, twist pipe cleaners in half to soften pointy ends. Then, show baby how to fit the cleaners into the bottle or jar and watch those motor skills grow.

Stick With It

Chasing Cheerios

For the DIY-inclined, this Velcro board is a great way to keep baby's hands busy. To make this board, the Chasing Cheerios blog advises that you sand a wooden board, then affix strips of sticky-backed Velcro to it. Cut smaller pieces of Velcro to affix to blocks or other small toys. Your little one can attach the different items to the board and explore that satisfying telltale Velcro sound when they pull them off. Velcro will also help keep the toys on the high chair tray.

Do you have any tips for keeping babies entertained in their high chair? Share them in the comment section below. 

— Suzanna Logan

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11 Drool-Worthy Baby Bibs & Cover-Ups

by Eva Ingvarson Cerise

Babies get messy and have so much fun doing it. Whether they’re teething, eating or painting, no outfit is safe. Unless, of course, you have the right bib—one that keeps them clean and that they won’t rip off. Don’t worry; there’s a bib out there for every kid and every kind of mess. Read on to find your favorites.

Bandana Bib from Copper Pearl

You don’t need to sacrifice fashion for function with these bandana bibs in eye-catching prints and colors. Perfect for teething, these drool-catchers feature two snaps rather than Velcro for a secure fit and are made of 100% cotton on the outside and soft polyester fleece on the inside. Best for 3-24 months. Available at copperpearl.com; $19.95 for a set of 4.

Which bib would work best for your child? Let us know in the comments.

— Eva Ingvarson Cerise 

 

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Baby You’re a Star: 12 Monogrammed Must-Haves

by Aimee Della Bitta

Put Baby’s name in lights! Or on a blanket, onesie, cozy chair, bib — you get the picture. Monogrammed baby goodies are the bees knees and we’ve found some of the most adorable ones out there. From fun and funky personalized leggings to classic and timeless silver cups, scroll through our collection of the coolest one-of-a-kind ideas for your favorite babe.

Newborn Hat

This cap is perfect for your little star. The cozy beanie will keep your nugget warm and stylish on his way home from the hospital. With a variety of colors to choose from and either a heart or star, you can get creative in your customization.

Available at Etsy, $24.50

What monogrammed baby item do you love? Tell us all about it!

–Aimee Della Bitta

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12 Ways You Know Your Baby Loves You

by Christal Y.

Babies can’t talk but their dimpled, gummy grins say a thousand words. And that adoring look in their eyes! Until your little heartbreaker can actually say “I love you,” here are 10 ways you know it’s true.

1. He sucks on your face, but refrains from leaving teeth marks.

photo: Liza via flickr

2. She finds her thumb on car rides.

photo: Shari via flickr

3. He sleeps on the red eye from Seattle to New York.

photo: Scott & Elaine van der Chijs via flickr

4. You make it through an entire puree lunch with a clean bib … score!

photo: mliu92 via flickr

5. He happily takes a feeding from dad, grandma, the babysitter — giving you the break you deserve.

photo: Christopher, Tania and Isab via flickr

6. His feet start kicking hard when you enter the room.

photo: Liz Mc via flickr

7. He lets you — and only you — get the gunk out of his nose.

photo: Jason White via flickr

8. She smiles in her sleep. Then when she wakes and sees you in the morning she gives you the exact same smile.

photo: Rachel Titiriga via flickr

9. He bursts into tears if you close the bathroom door or try to use the bathroom alone.

photo: Kona Gallagher via flickr

10. Your silly faces are the only ones that coax out the big belly laughs.

photo: Harsha K R via flickr

11. She rests her head on your shoulder during a lullaby.

photo: Juan Camilo Trujillo via flickr

12. He finally looks at you and calls you “mama” or “papa.” And it’s more than just a noise — it’s your name!

photo: Toshimasa Ishibashi via flickr

What do YOU think are signs that your baby loves you? Tell us in the Comments!

— Shelley Massey, Meghan Rose, Kristina Moy, Ayren Jackson-Cannady, Leah Singer, Laura Rodde, Ruby Germain, Kelly Aiglon, Julie Seguss & Christal Yuen

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Have Baby, Will Fly: 10 Awesome Travel Essentials

by Gabby Cullen

The tickets are booked and the bags are packed; the only thing left to prepare is baby. And we all know that’s an adventure in itself! Here are the absolute must-have items, plus some I can’t believe I didn’t know about this! products that could make your trip easier.

BabyBjörn Travel Crib Light
Parents rave about its simplicity and ease of use. Pull it out and set up in one fluid motion — no more dealing with random pieces clanking to the floor in the dark while baby screams. With a super-soft mattress and weighing only 11 pounds, it helps little dreamers get good sleep on the road. Available at rightstart.com, $250.

photo: BabyBjörn 

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Gro Anywhere Blackout Blind
It’s 5:30 a.m. and your bundle of joy will be cooing and giggling long before you are ready to greet the day. Block the sunlight (hopefully tacking on another hour or so of sleep) with these dark, portable shades. No more rigging up blankets and sheets that may slip and fall at any given moment. Velcro sides and suction cups will help you get a custom fit and help baby head to dreamland. Available at babiesrus.com, $50.

photo: Gro Anywhere Blind

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Aden + Anais Serenity Star
This the ultimate soother, for you and baby. It does everything from being a sound machine to clocking how long (and on what side) you last breastfed — all while keeping track of the room temp. Consider this all-in-one item instead of juggling five different apps on the iPhone. Available at adenandanais.com, $90.

photo: Aden + Anais

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Lobster Portable High Chair
Forget about asking the grandparents to pick up a high chair for your little chomper! Super easy to stow away, this fold-up version from Phil and Teds can live in the back of the car. A quick-clamping feature allows babies to join the whole family anywhere, anytime. Available at philandteds.com, $99.

photo: Phil and Teds

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B.Box Travel Bib + Flexible Spoon
Compact equals cool while traveling with a baby, and this travel bib-flexible spoon combo fits the bill. Best part about this piece of gear? When baby is finished, simply fold the bib into the catcher and zip closed. Wash and dry and it’s ready for the next adventure. Available at bbox.com, $18.

photo: B.Box

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Flyebaby Hammock/Harness
Imagine being able to feed your baby, change your baby and nap your baby, all without leaving that cramped seat in coach. Impossible? Not if you’ve got the Flyebaby Hammock. Not only does it create a little face-to-face action for baby but it also becomes a five-point harness seat and can even double as a high chair, streamlining the packing process when flying. Available at amazon.com, $50.

 

photo: Flyebaby

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Bebe au Lait Wet & Dry Bags
It’s the middle of the night, you’re making killer time on the highway and baby has a blowout. Keep it clean with a wet-dry bag. These stylish but functional plastic pouches have two separately lined zippered spaces, providing tons of room to keep the yucky stuff separate from the clean stuff. Just toss the bag in the back and keep on truckin’ (don’t forget to grab it when you get to your destination!). Available at bebeaulait.com, $20.

photo: Bebe au Lait

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UPPAbaby G-Luxe Umbrella Stroller
If you want to splurge on a fantastic set of wheels that does almost everything except push the baby, the UPPAbaby G-Luxe is your go-to pick for traveling. The lightest model out there, the seat can be positioned at all sorts of angles, making it easy for tired eyes to rest. It’s a snap to fold up, and parents will love the carry strap attached. Available at giggle.com, $250.

photo: UPPAbaby

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Skip Hop Grab & Go Stroller Organizer
Keep drinks cool or warm, get essential items organized and chat hands-free — all while getting your push on. This comes in handy when trying to get from one delayed plane to the next, before pre-loading time is over. Available at skiphop.com, $20.

photo: Skip Hop

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Jet Set Babies Delivery Service
Talk about packing light. Parents, consider placing an order with Jet Set Babies and having infant essentials delivered to your destination doorstep. From diapers to bottles and even toys, parents can browse the online store and put the “what did I forget?” worry to rest. Find out how to place an order here.

photo: Jessica Lucia via flickr

What is your favorite item to help when traveling with baby? Share with us in the comments!

— Gabby Cullen

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