HOLIDAY 08
GIFTS FOR THE MAMAS- AND PAPAS-TO-BE
TAKE A PAUSE TO PRESENT THE PREGNANT WITH A LITTLE SOMETHING THEY’LL POP OVER
The Business of Being Born
If there’s one gift that you can give your pregnant friend or family member (or yourself), it’s this eye-opening documentary from Ricki Lake. This must-see film, inspired by Lake’s two very different birth experiences, empowers women with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their birthing plans. Chronicling topics ranging from midwifery versus hospital care to C-sections versus vaginal births, and exposing the real deal behind the brave, sometimes scary and often overwhelming new world of Birth 2.0, this life-changing DVD is the ultimate educational tool for moms- and dads-to-be.
($27.95,
www.thebusinessofbeingborn.com)
Mama Necklace
This chic and oh-so-sweet necklace from hot jewelry designer Tali Gillette perfectly captures one of the most treasured moments in a mom’s life: hearing her child utter the long-awaited “ma ma ma ma” for the very first time. Dressed up or down, the in-demand charmer (available in 18K white gold and 14K yellow or rose gold with G VS diamonds) is a must-don staple of any mom’s wardrobe. It’s cool, sexy, sentimental and speaks volumes about the woman she’s become.
($550,
www.taligillette.com)
Germ Guardian UV-C Sanitizer Wand
When it comes to germs, preggos and new parents are usually pretty wary. Keep the cooties at bay by slaying them with this super-cool and safe sanitizing stick from Germ Guardian. Simply pass it over the not-so-desirable area (think public toilets, countertops, computers, bedding, showers, door handles, toys) and vanquish 99 percent of its bacteria and viruses by harnessing the power of naturally occurring light technology. This magic wand also reduces odors and allergens like mold and dust mites.
($129.99,
www.germguardian.com)
Munchkin Soap Dispensing Bottle Brush
New parents will spend a good portion of their days cleaning bottles and bottles and more bottles. Give their dishpan hands a break with the suds-smart Soap Dispensing Bottle Brush from Munchkin. Available in fun colors, the easy-to-use, nontoxic scrubber releases the perfect amount of soap via a one-touch button, wriggles into hard-to-reach nooks and crannies, stores upright (and away from surface germs) via a suction base, and is top-rack dishwasher safe. Believe us, they might not flip when they find it in their stockings, but they’ll bless you every time they use it.
($7.99,
www.amazon.com)
Schone Maternity Mara Dress
Mama-to-be will feel footloose and fancy-free as she flits about in this feminine and ultra-flattering dress made from environmentally friendly (organic or sustainable) fair-trade fabrics. Bonus: You can wear it well after the bump’s gone bye-bye. Repurposing never looked so good!
($122,
www.shopkickmaternity.com)
Storksak Emily in Bronze
Have baby, will travel in style—if Mom has the super-sleek Storksak Emily. The versatile shoulder bag in the timeless accent hue of bronze sports two front-zip pockets, a changing mat, dual-side thermo-insulated pockets that keep liquids hot or cold for up to five hours, a pochette for wipes, and multiple other compartments for all of Junior’s on-the-go needs minus the bulk.
($175,
www.storksak.com)
Just Buzzin’ By Bib
Phthalate-, PVC- and lead-free: music to any new parent’s ears. Give them the gift of safe with these function-meets-fashion bibs. Wipable and machine-washable, these stylish nontoxic snap-pocket spill-catchers take Junior from baby to tot and give Mom and Dad some much-appreciated peace of mind.
($22,
www.justbuzzinby.com)
MOBI MobiCamAV and MOBI MobiCam Anywhere Internet Kit
Keep an eye on Baby’s every move with this high-tech new-parent essential. Place or mount the camera anywhere and use the sleek handheld color monitor up to 300 feet away. Complete with night vision, both pieces of the unit move easily into any location. Going out of range? Check out what’s going on with the Mobi Anywhere Internet Kit. The software allows parents to see and hear their loved ones via a password-protected Web link, easily accessed through any computer or Windows Media–enabled cell phone. Other features include recording capabilities, e-mail and text message notification, and scheduling, helping to put Mom and Dad’s minds at ease by allowing them to mind their own business from afar.
($149.99, MOBI MobiCamAV, and $69.95, MOBI MobiCam Anywhere Internet Kit,
www.getmobi.com)
Mustela Pregnancy Program
Help mama-to-be love the skin she’s in by giving her the Pregnancy Program set from baby and maternity skincare pioneer Mustela. With wonder-creams for stretch mark prevention and reduction, bust support, leg comfort and all-over hydration, this healing kit gives Mom the pampering she needs—before she has to start Pampering her little one.
($20,
www.mustelausa.com)
Baby’s First Year Milestone Journal and Nursery Banner
Capture Junior’s first, well, first everything in this keepsake book that doubles as a nursery, mantel or coffee table decoration. Each of the 12 accordion-folded panels has a space for a photo, in addition to room for the details about your little darling’s first days.
($15.56,
www.amazon.com)
Baby Eggi Days of the Week Onesies
Onesies. You can never have enough onesies. Get your favorite expecting couple a set of these from Baby Eggi, a company dedicated to paying it forward by donating 20 percent of its net proceeds to a network of grassroots nonprofit organizations. Available in English, French and Spanish, these stylish new baby digs remind everyone of the importance of giving back—and help sleep-deprived, walking-into-walls parents know what day it is. If only they made them for adults.
($28,
www.babyeggi.com)
