BABY GEAR 101

Name Puzzles, $29

“We love these name puzzles because they are both fun and educational. They’re great for promoting hand-eye coordination, color identification and problem solving. And as baby grows, they become a fun way to teach name recognition and spelling. That’s a pretty impressive list of benefits for one toy. They’re available in many different styles, including board puzzles and puzzle stools.”

Squeaky Shoes, $20 to $25

“These have got to be the cutest shoes ever made! As their name suggests, Squeaky Shoes make a little squeak with every step. They are perfect for new walkers because they encourage them to take a proper step in order to hear the squeak. There are lots of styles to choose from in leather and canvas, ranging from size 3 to size 9. You’ll want to buy a couple of pairs because these will become fast favorites.”

“If your kids love music (and what kids don’t?), wait until you see their eyes light up when they hear their name sung in every song on their very own CD. Talk about making them feel special! Choose from three different versions of these personalized music CDs and include your own message on the front to make it an extra-special keepsake.”

Personalized Baby Blankets, $36

“At Pipsqueak Boutique, we love anything and everything personalized. For the littlest members of your family, one of Define*Me Clothing’s personalized baby blankets is the perfect fashion accessory. Each one includes a beautiful saying along with your child’s name and—if you choose—their birth date.”

Crayon Keeper Apron, $24

“Have a budding Picasso? Then you need a Crayon Keeper Apron. It’s a fun and easy way to keep crayons organized and ready to color at a moment’s notice. Available in a variety of fabrics and styles for both boys and girls. The little artist’s name can even be added to make it extra special.”

Personalized Shirts, $24

“There are so many cute new styles of personalized shirts available now. Whether it’s for a birthday, a special photo shoot or just because, personalized shirts are such a fun way to show off your little one! We have the complete line of Define*Me Clothing personalized shirts available up to size 4T.”

Baby Print Glass Tiles, $58

“They grow so fast! Always remember how small they once were with a beautiful Baby Print Glass Tile. Create a truly one-of-a-kind keepsake by having your children’s handprints and/or footprints set in glass. Making one of your own is super easy and we guarantee you will be blown away by the results.”

Personalized Children’s Books, $20

“These personalized stories are a great way to get kids excited about books. There are more than 25 titles to choose from—everything from camping adventures to ballet recitals. Our personalized children’s books even feature the names of their friends and hometown.”

Name Train, $24

“Name trains are another great educational toy that kids love as much as their parents! They’re just as fun as art on a shelf as they are being played with. They’re available with a track, or they can be used on other wooden track systems. Made in the USA of solid maple and painted with nontoxic paints.”

Baby Bunting Cocoon, $26

“These are one of those great baby items we wish we had when our kids were tiny. A cozy cocoon baby swaddler is a one-piece baby body sock that makes swaddling a breeze. The stretchy cotton slips on easily and holds Baby close while allowing little arms and legs to stretch and explore naturally. Available in a variety of different styles and fabrics; we have everything from girly florals to footballs. Choose a matching hat for an adorable outfit.”

Sleep Sack, $40

“For infants, sleep sacks are a great alternative to dangerous covers that Baby can become tangled in. As your little one grows, a sleep sack prevents him from kicking off his covers in the night and can even be a way to keep him in his crib when he starts climbing out (yes, we’re speaking from experience). Many different styles available in sizes to fit children up to 36 months.”