Kristen Bell just inspired a new line of diapers! That is, the actress’s The World Needs More Purple People book is the real inspiration behind Hello Bello’s newest diaper style.
Bell’s best-selling children’s book celebrates what makes people special. According to the publisher Penguin Random House, Bell and co-author Benjamin Hurt’s The World Needs More Purple People is, “A hilarious and joyous read-aloud that offers a wonderful message about embracing the things that bring us together as humans. This book will inspire a whole generation to paint the world purple!”
Now you can do more than just page through the book. Bell recently posted her own reading of The World Needs More Purple People on Instagram! Watch the clip on HelloBello’s Instagram page here. As if that’s not enough, you can also outfit your littlest The World Needs More Purple People fan in diapers with the purple-y book theme.
Along with the IG clip and diapers, you can also do some good with Hello Bello’s “Purple People Challenge.” Bell’s IG post explains, “In the spirit of feeling Purple, we’d like to introduce the Purple People Challenge. Throughout the month of March, post a pic in your feed of your kiddo in their Purple People diapers with the hashtag #HBPurplePeople. Every photo submission = a donation of $1 to the Children’s Reading Foundation. Help us support @reading_foundation, a national nonprofit with community-based reading foundation chapters and early childhood education programs across the country.”
Find Hello Bello’s new diapers on the brand’s website here. Simply select a bundle type (diapers, training pants, or both) and pick a size!
Barbie’s beau is celebrating a major milestone! Ken turns 60 this year—and he’s looking better than ever. Even though the iconic doll has gotten makeover after makeover, Mattel recently released a new version that may look familiar to fans.
In honor of Ken’s big 6-0, Mattel is releasing 60th Anniversary Doll ($50). Available starting Mar. 11, the doll is a major throw back to the original 1961 version.
Don’t expect to see a modern version of Barbie’s beloved boyfriend with this anniversary doll. Mattel is celebrating with a reproduction of the original Ken.
The beach-ready doll features a Silkstone body, red and white cotton swim trunks, brown and red sandals and a yellow terrycloth towel. Ken’s sunshine blond locks add to the relaxed ’60s seaside look.
Along with his beachy outfit, this Ken doll also comes with a “Genuine Ken” wrist tag, doll stand and Certificate of Authenticity. Find this collectible signature Ken doll on Mattel’s website here or from other retailers nationwide, such as Target or Walmart.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: baseball season! As Spring Training heats up, it’s time to get your game face on and stock up on the gear you’ll need to get you through the 162-game season.
Not only can mom and dad sport the look, but the kiddos can too! We’ve done all the scout work for you and found some of the cutest tiny MLB gear for babies and kids. Play ball!
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It's a paci and lovey all in one and it's here for your #1 fan. Pick from 16 of the hottest team and get your cheer on!
Plushie and hoodie combine in this adorable new offering from Cubcoats! Take your fave pal to the game and when it gets chilly, transform into a team-winning jacket.
Days with a baby fly by at warp speed. There is also much more to do within the same 24 hours, and it all seems harder when you’re running on limited sleep. Regain lost time with these simple ways to add anywhere from 5 minutes to 5 hours back to your day. Yes, really!
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Track Items with Apps
If the average person spends 15 minutes a day searching for misplaced items like their keys, shoes or wallet, according to a recent survey, we’re pretty sure those suffering from mom brain spend at least twice that. There are simple life hacks to avoid these daily pitfalls, like keeping a spare set of keys pinned to your diaper bag, but a more modern approach uses clever tracking devices like Tile, TrackR or Chipolo. Attach Bluetooth-enabled devices to sneakers, keys, wallets and more so your phone can help you find them.
Put Down Your Cell Phone
The internet is like a bag of chips…a box of cookies…and a tub of ice cream. We consume it in small chunks, most of us not realizing how many little bites we’ve taken until we’ve lost hours of our day, according to a Nielsen study. In fact, studies show that most of us now spend more time on the internet than we spend watching TV. While the average American is on their mobile device about 4 hours every day, a small study suggests that new parents spend considerably more time than the average person on social media. If you’re spending your child’s nap time posting baby pics to Instagram and Facebook, you may want to consider a social media break so you can use baby’s nap time for your own naps! More on why sleep is important below.
Catch Some Zzz’s
If you feel like simple tasks take twice as long since you had a baby, you’re probably not wrong. Fatigue causes brain function to slow down, which means you are thinking and acting slower. The first three months postpartum are the toughest: Studies show you’ll get less sleep during this period than at any other point in your life. And a new, small study demonstrated that sleep deprivation can last up to six years post-birth. The old adage “Sleep when the baby sleeps” seems impossible, but if you carve out time for a nap, it not only helps you stay rested but will help you tackle your daily must-do list with efficiency.
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Become a Better Jetsetter
Pre-bambino, getting out of the house meant grabbing your keys, wallet and possibly a pair of shades. Now, a trip to the grocery store means packing a pint-size suitcase with diapers, wipes, bottles, snacks, a back-up outfit for blowouts and more. If you’ve gone from being punctual to perpetually late, try pre-packing your car (or stroller or diaper bag) with baby essentials. Turn your car into a mobile nursery unit by stocking multiple-compartment trunk organizers. Think beyond the diaper bag: Fill your organizer with the same must-have products you keep on hand in the house.
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Go Capsule with Your Clothing
Seventeen minutes. That’s how long it takes the average woman to pick out an outfit. Take the guesswork out of your morning routine by adopting a mom uniform and reclaim over a quarter of an hour every single day. A capsule wardrobe—first made popular in the 1970s—is a curated collection of clothing staples that work for your everyday life. These could be pieces that mix and match well or a collection of the same types of clothes you like to wear (think go-to t-shirts, yoga pants and sneakers). Everything goes together, so there’s less thinking or planning. Create your collection with these 10 capsule wardrobe ideas for a new mom.
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Smarten Up Your House Life is filled with interruptions. If you’re preparing dinner, the baby will inevitably cry for you. Feeding your little loves? Yup, someone is going to knock on the door. The problem with all of these daily little hiccups is that it’s hard to get back to the task you were originally focused on. And the worst interrupter in your day is not your recent family addition, it’s you! A recent study found that we “self-interrupt” every three minutes. Most of us call this multitasking, but switching from activity to activity while we are still, um, mid-activity can cause us to lose minutes or even hours each day. You can remove some of these distractions by putting them on autopilot through the magic of technology! Let the door answer itself with a video doorbell; get a robot vacuum to handle the dust and dirt; and invest in a programmable coffee maker or formula maker that lets you schedule when your next cup or bottle is ready.
Cut Haircare in Half
The average woman spends around 15 minutes blowdrying her hair. For a full wash, dry and style, it’s a whopping 40 minutes. Save almost an hour by skipping the shower and spraying on dry shampoo. If “dirty hair, don’t care” isn’t your thing, choose a hair dryer marketed as ionic or ceramic and invest in a blow dry accelerator spray, like AVEDA speed Of Light, both of which reduce the amount of time it takes to dry your mane.
Yes, you may be spending more time at home than ever before, but that doesn’t mean you need to say goodbye to date nights. Setting the mood to connect with your partner without leaving the house takes a little creativity but is so worth it. Light a few candles, dab on your favorite perfume, try these date-night suggestions, and slip into one of these 10 maternity looks to instantly feel inspired for a fun, romantic date night in.
Who says sweats can't be fashionable? This asymmetrical sweatshirt dress is super stylish and crazy comfortable. Throw on your favorite dangle earrings and your coziest slippers and your date-at-home outfit is complete.
These wide-legged ribbed pants with matching top from H&M hit the mark for a pulled together comfortable look. Pro tip: This is a great outfit for a spa-themed date night in. Face masks and chocolate covered strawberries for two, please!
Slip on this buttery soft knit dress, order take-out from your favorite restaurant, and try eating anyplace other than the dinner table turned work-from-home desk you've been staring at all week. We promise, you'll feel like you're out on the town! This confidence-boosting Ingrid & Isabel dress stretches to the perfect fit at every stage of pregnancy.
The best thing about a date night at home is you can wear anything that feels good, even if it's your favorite cashmere sleeper set. This one from Hatch ranks high on the list for both comfort and style.
Looking for non-maternity dresses you can rock your whole pregnancy? Meet the Column Dress from The Great. It's relaxed through the body with slightly billowed sleeves. Slip it on for your next date night in and smile knowing you'll happily be wearing it for years to come.
It's the workhorse of any pregnancy wardrobe—the caftan. This original dress from Dwell and Slumber is comfy, flattering and forgiving on all shapes and sizes. The transitional design will fit you through all four trimesters and all stages of life. Wear it to date night in now, and out on the town when the time is right.
This wide-leg jumpsuit is a favorite among mamas! With no back zipper, it's easy to slip on, and the added elastic back waistband offers a forgiving fit. It's polished enough for the office but comfortable enough for dates at home.
No list is complete without the perfect maternity legging. Swap out the stained sweatpants you've been wearing during Zoom calls for these chic leggings from Storq. You'll instantly feel pulled together and ready for date night with your sweetheart.
I'm a Style Expert and mom of 2. With over a decade in the fashion industry, I launched my lifestyle site Jasmine-Snow.com and my own digital style show, The Nap Series.
I believe fashion is an experience. Whether getting dressed in your closet or putting together a beautiful new space in your home, it’s about creating a look that makes you happy and is totally authentic to you and what you love! What’s more fun than that?! My style cred spills into every messy side of life in a ridiculously chic and relatable way. Despite sometimes being covered in purées and having a chaotic-ish new normal, I really believe style works on everyone!
Although parties and nightlife are still on hold this year, that does not mean the glitz and sparkle of the holiday season has to be too! I’m loving casual relaxed sparkle this year, and I promise it’s going to be just as chic as ever other year! When it comes to my babies, I love dressing and shopping for them with what feels most “of the moment” but also is super playful and fun for them to enjoy style too! When it comes to putting it all together, I take a 5 step approach that I like to call The Style Method. I start with a bit of inspiration, pick out a main piece to dress around and then build from there! The goal is to always have fun with it and never take yourself OR your shopping list too seriously! Check out a few of my favorite things that keep my kids entertained and practically style themselves!
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The Black Bib
An accessory for babes with places to go and style to be seen!
$43
Just because you're a baby doesn't mean you can't make messes look chic! I never worry about covering up a cute outfit with a lame bib... this just adds to the whole look! This bib is like a baby version of a cool leather jacket, and is convenient to easily wipe clean after every meal. My favorite gift for new stylish mamas!
My entire messy life organized inside a cute cozy pouch!
$68
I loooove a pouch situation in almost every bag, but Stoney Clover takes the cake on making pouches super cool that you never want to hide them in a bag! I keep my life organized by using fun pouches and the patches and personalization make labeling my entire #momlife into something really fun and stylish. The new cozy collection is a favorite, but the choices are endless!
I am beyond obsessed with this company. It has all the cool black and white minimalist vibes mixed with my love of personalization! Oh... and of course it's good for the kiddos too! There are tons of designs to create your own look that works within your decor. This is the perfect way to actually make all of those toys and other random stuff laying around look cool. It's also a great way to make a nursery pop if you place on a neutral color rug.
I love that this company designs glamorous dress up pieces like these capes and makes them so cool and cute that they actually appropriate for the grocery store runs when your little one insists on dressing in full costume. Each piece feels overly special!
I'm a big believer that everyone should have a classic striped tee or long sleeve in their closet. Perfect for layering and mixing with sparkles and patterns! Your mini's closet is no exception and how fitting that Kule is making the perfect style for all cool kids out there!
Wiggle and Whisk Studio is the perfect way to keep your little one entertained in the cozy winter days ahead. With a monthly membership, little bakers from 2-102 are invited to step into the baking studio and following along with a library full of baking tutorials. Founded by a dance teacher each lesson is filled with lots of fun, secret ingredients and epic dance parties while bakers whisk up their own confections!
I cannot get enough of these fashion forward Uggs for Toddlers! Deciding between graphic black and white or neon was just way too difficult! These have all the classic details you love about cozy Uggs but with a new fashionable twist!
A pair of MaryJane shoes are an absolute must in my book. They're classic, comfortable for little ones and always look polished. My favorite for babies all the way up to toddlers is Elephantito. I treat metallic like a neutral and gold is the perfect pick for a little extra glitzy to an outfit.
Movie nights are pretty big in our house (especially these days)! We love getting cozy in our sweats or PJ's and I'm loving this new popcorn sweatshirt to pair with soft joggers to step up our movie party game. Lola and the Boys is always good for a touch of fun and sparkle to any outfit!
Cardigans are my go to for keeping my kids warm. I through them on over dance outfits, dressed and even pajamas sometimes! This leopard one from Crewcuts is great to add a pop of graphic animal print to any outfit.
Surprise toys are all the rage right now—who doesn’t love the excitement of a good surprise! There’s a new player in the “surprise” toy game: BABY born! We adore this brand, and they’ve been around the block (in a car seat, rear-facing, of course). BABY born has been a trusted name in dolls for years, and they are coveted and beloved for a reason. Special delivery: the BABY born Surprise Treehouse, for ages 3 and up! An adorably fun mix of the BABY born Surprise dolls kids love and a thrilling surprise element that they’re craving! Read on for three reasons why this will be their favorite holiday gift this year.
Is it your birthday? No, but you’re still getting 20+ surprises to open and delight in! Look inside the treehouse and POOF—your little fairy is swept away to a magical land where anything can happen. Imaginative, hands-on play takes the stage front and center. Treehouses are fun, but never has there been one that brings so much joy (with so little upkeep). The BABY born Surprise Treehouse playset will spark little girls’ imaginations, inspiring them to create a million fantastical stories.
Hostess with the Mostest
Not a one-trick butterfly: There is so much for littles to explore and discover. The treehouse opens up to reveal a play-full house plus a playground for all of their BABY born Surprise Babies and Pets to frolic in. There’s a Ferris wheel, merry-go-round, slide, swings, elevator and more. This tricked-out treehouse has it all—even a flower shower that really sprays water so baby dolls and furry friends can splash in a bath.
Did Someone Say Exclusive?!
The BABY born Surprise Treehouse comes with an exclusive baby doll. Surprise Sparkle Fly Baby keeps the fluttering fantasy going, with beautiful glittery wings, an adorable outfit and a color change diaper. Not only are there plenty of places to play, including a seesaw and rocking horse, but there are even places to nap. Once all their baby dolls and pets are ready for a snooze, just close up the playset (quietly, of course) and use the handle to carry it to the next magical location. Ahhh—to be young again!
If your kids watch YouTube then they probably know the Kids Diana Show. Pocket.watch announced the launch of a new consumer product line for kids based on the popular YouTube channel. “Love, Diana – The Princess of Play,” line will be available Oct. 5, 2020, with Walmart as the exclusive retail partner.
This new line features dolls, doll accessories, and styling heads; plush toys; hair accessories, and jewelry; collectibles; bath and beauty; furniture and playsets and more.
“Amid social distancing, playtime looks different as families navigate a new normal,” said Stone Newman, pocket.watch CRO. “However, pretend play remains an essential part of children’s growth, and it’s inspiring to see millions of kids and families around the world have found a playmate in Diana. We’re proud to introduce consumer products that encourage imagination and capture the inherent creativity in kids. We are thrilled to be partnering again with Walmart and that they are supporting Love, Diana as our exclusive launch partner.”
The Kids Diana Show was last month’s No. 2 most-viewed YouTube channel based in the U.S. with over 3.4 billion monthly views. Boasting 14 channels with family-friendly content translated in nine languages, Diana uses her global influence to embrace the power of play for good, imagining a new world for a new generation of girls. She believes, “If you want to be something, you have to pretend to be her first!” Collectively her 14 channels generated over 5 billion views in August.
Targeted to ages 3+, the Love, Diana lifestyle product line will encompass the core characteristics of playfulness, creativity, empowerment, and friendship that Diana’s audience knows and loves. It will foster imagination and pretend play at a time in the world when kids are challenged to entertain themselves both on- and off-screen:
Love, Diana 13” poseable Mashup Dolls by Headstart – Love, Diana Mashup Dolls encourage kids to embrace all of their colorful aspirations. The Princess of Play’s introductory doll collection inspires girls to be whoever they want to be. Each doll comes with two themes for unique and distinct looks. Girls can “mashup” outfits across the whole collection for hours of pretend play and fun:
Superhero x Princess ($19.99) – Who says you can’t be a Princess and a Superhero? Features a superhero cape that transforms into Diana’s signature pink dress and tiara.
Party x Mermaid ($19.99) – From swimming in the sea, to throwing on her favorite party dress, there’s a world to explore when Diana is your playmate!
Astronaut x Hairdresser ($19.99) – Diana believes a girl doesn’t have to be just one thing – switch between exploring space and creating hairstyles, the possibilities are limitless!
Six-Inch Love, Diana Dolls ($9.99) by Headstart – Diana is the Princess of Play, and she loves to dress up. There are 6 great themes in the introductory collection. Their interchangeable outfits and accessories mean that girls can make their own mash-up fashions, just like Diana! Collect them all – Princess, Ballerina, Superhero, Doctor, Hairdresser, and Birthday Party.
Role-Play Outfits ($24.99) by Jerry Leigh – Inspired by the Princess of Play’s actual wardrobe in her videos, little girls everywhere can have Diana’s “look” in these life-size role-play kits. Perfect for playtime, partytime and even Halloween, girls can let their imaginations go anywhere. Every set includes a life-size outfit and themed accessories to complete the look.
Signature Princess Dress-Up Outfit – Diana’s iconic ‘Princess of Play’ outfit, regularly featured on her hit YouTube channel.
Ballerina Popstar Dress-Up Outfit – A mashup of a dancing diva and a singing superstar, this outfit showcases the versatility of your creative dreamer.
Mystery Shopper ($39.99) by Headstart – The ultimate surprise toy for every little girl and fan of Diana, this shopper is going to lead to hours of exciting play. Open up Diana’s life-sized shopping bag to reveal the exclusive 13” Love, Diana Shopper doll. Watch the Mystery Shopper magically transform into a playset that includes a styling chair, salon mirror, and extra outfits – over 15 surprises inside. Use the Shopper for easy storage after hours of play. As a special gift from Diana for her fans, the handle doubles as a love friendship bracelet for your child to wear.
Style Me Diana Styling Head ($29.99) by Headstart – Now little girls can style Diana’s hair into their favorite look with the life-size Diana styling head. This styling head is full of surprises. Open up the storage compartments to reveal hair accessories for girls as well as the doll head. Accessories include a comb, barrettes, scrunchies and much more. Want a different look? The colorful play hair straightener includes hair chalk that can be used for color change on either the styling head or your head, too. The color change rinses out easily with water.
Cupcake Cart with Exclusive 6” Baker Diana doll ($19.99) by Headstart – Put your chef’s hat on with Diana! Push a cupcake cart and display your cupcake creations. The cart comes with a molding compound so Baker Diana can serve up colorful pretend cupcakes.
13” Popstar Diana Doll with my-size electronic Musical Microphone ($29.99) by Headstart – Diana is all about the glam, fam! The doll comes with an electronic microphone for you, press any of the 3 buttons to hear Diana sing her latest hit and you can sing along too. Microphone plays the official Love, Diana theme song Play It, Be It.
Light Up Fairy Doll ($34.99) by Headstart – Light Up Fairy Diana is so magical! Her wings really flutter when you press the bow on her back. Her heart icon lights up and her hair magically illuminates.
Diana and Honey ($39.99) by Headstart – Join Diana and Honey for a ride! When doll Diana sits in the saddle, Honey’s mane and tail light up!
Love, Diana Princess of Play’s My-Size Real-Life Vanity ($99.99) by KidKraft – Turn your bedroom into Diana’s bedroom with the same vanity that you see in her videos. Utilizing Diana’s iconic heart shape, the adorable heart mirror-vanity includes 24 Love, Diana clings to decorate and customize your space. Cloud shelves store and display your favorite accessories, with a fold-down drawer with “secret message” Love, Diana icon.
“We’re thrilled to partner with pocket.watch to bring the beloved star Diana to homes everywhere through dolls, pretend play dress-up, and more, during a time when play is more important than ever before,” said Steve Ronchetto, Vice President of Toys at Walmart.
In conjunction with pocket.watch’s online and in-store launch of Love, Diana at Walmart, the company kicked off Love, Diana Adventures, a live-action and animated hybrid series that debuted Sept. 5 on YouTube with over 10 million views in just four days on the first episode. The eight prequel episodes, first six episodes, and accompanying theme-song music video have generated an astounding 200 million views to date. The series will also be debuting across pocket.watch’s OTT Network which includes Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, PlutoTV, Samsung TV Plus, Sling and direct-to-consumer apps on iOS, Android, Fire TV and Apple TV in October.
Pocket.watch is also extending the Love, Diana brand into mobile gaming. The Love, Diana mobile game will feature a collection of fun minigames bursting with personality, vibrant colors, and imagination that will allow kids to design their very own “Princess of Play” experience. It will be available on iOS and Android devices later in 2020.
Just in time for some major holiday shopping, Pottery Barn has just dropped three brand new Mickey Mouse collaborations! Launched on Sept. 24 and 25, the Pottery Barn Kids x Mickey Mouse, Pottery Barn Teen x Mickey Mouse and Pottery Barn x Mickey Mouse collections are guaranteed to bring magic into your space.
For Pottery Barn Kids, you can shop everything you need to outfit your kids rooms just like the House of Mouse. The lineup includes bedding, wall prints, bath, pajamas, crib bedding, pillows and even adorable holiday merch for Halloween and Christmas.
Pottery Barn Teen‘s Mickey collab is too cool for school. The neutral toned collection is full of black, white and grey products with clean lines. It’s packed with PJ’s, a super cool wall mirror and light, pillows and bedding.
Last but not least, Pottery Barn‘s home line is a sight to behold. You can shop everything from pillows and blankets, to slippers, robes, picture frames and a cocktail cart that is just beyond.
The vintage-inspired collections are all available for purchase at their respective Pottery Barn websites.
This year has been one for the books. Between Covid-19 and a historic storm and wildfire season, people are banding together in new ways to help one another.
Pajamas for Peace, a woman-of-color and mom-owned company has set out to help families in need. With a purpose to outfit kids everywhere in soft, eco-friendly and sustainably-produced pajamas, Pajamas for Peace wants to make sure every child is settling in for a night of sweet dreams.
To start, they’ve just released a new fall collection of 100% GOTS organic cotton pajamas for the entire family. Whether your fave season is autumn or you love a good scare, the new Autumn Peace and glow-in-the-dark Halloween are beyond adorable.
As a commitment to helping others, Pajamas for Peace has created a buy one, give one, empower one program. In addition to donating a set of PJ’s to a partner shelter for every set purchased, the company is also donating funds to shelters to help during the COVID pandemic.
