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Baby Banz Bucket Hat and Banz Sunglasses, $27
Baby'll be made in the shade with these UVA/UVB-protection sunglasses and sun hat that sports a UPF rating of 50+. The dual-pattern hat is adjustable to fit babies 0 to 2 (and kid's size fits 2 to 5) and keeps them cool and comfortable, thanks to its breathable cotton fabric.
Baby Banz Ear Muffs, $30
Complete with funky designs, these easy-to-wear earmuffs are made with lightweight foam-filled cushions that don't clamp down on the head. Perfect for summer concerts, boating, sporting events or noisy parties, these earmuffs protect in style.
Baby Banz Sunscreen by Baby Blanket, $20
Face, lips, body, oh my! There's a lot of ground to cover when Junior's going to be out in the sun all day. Keep him safe with this PABA-free, waterproof, hypoallergenic sunscreen set.
Schlori Swim Cushions from Peace Love Organic Earth, $28
These PVC-free swim aids (popular in Europe for decades) are chlorine-, saltwater- and thermal-resistant. Designed to cushion kids in a natural position for swimming and allow for range of motion, they're the new (old) summertime must.
Baby's Day Out Set from What Every Baby Needs, $80
Be prepared (and green) for your day on the go with baby in tow. This organic reusable tote, made with low-impact reactive dyes, comes stuffed with a wooden rabbit toy (made in the USA, natch) and an organic KickyPants Bamboo Baby Blanket (in Spring Green or patterned Spring Green). From park to beach to playdates, these out-and-about make summer easier and breezier for Mom and Baby.
the tag*a*long, $10
Now you can stroll with it, baby, minus the stop-and-start, whiplash, heart sinking and scampering usually associated with taking a little one out, thanks to the tag*a*long. This brightly colored, CPSIA-compliant, BPA-free handle easily attaches (sans tools) to most strollers, shopping carts and even purses and gives mini wanderers something to hang on to—and gives you something to hang on to as well, like your sanity.
Platter from Bailey Bea Designs, $38
Never walk into a home empty-handed! Serve your hostess right with these oh-so-stylish and ever-so-versatile platters. Whether the platter is used as a tray for lemonade (or margaritas!), hors d'oeuvres or just a statement-making table decoration, your hostess will think you're the mostest when you show up with one of these in hand. Stock up on a few now so you're ready, willing and able to pop over for an impromptu afternoon of drinks and dishing.
Gift Certificate for a Handmade Pillowcase Dress from EmmyDoodlesToo, $35
Dress up your darling in the height of little-girl chic. These age-appropriate handmade dresses are elegant mini masterpieces of whimsy, character, fashion, function, sugar, spice and everything nice.
Kind Sign from Mama Bears, $7.95
It's June and you and your little one are out and about—and so is everyone else. Speak your mind without saying a word by letting your Kind Sign do all the talking. Hung on strollers, car seats, infant carriers, cribs and shopping carts, these easy-to-clean, nontoxic tell-alls send an important message in an effective yet tongue-in-cheek way.
Calling Cards from Le Papier Studio, $50
Keep in touch with Ryan's mom and Bella's mom and Tyler's mom (aka the women you meet every Tuesday at the playground) with a set of mommy cards. Choose from five hip designs, then customize your fave with all your vital stats (phone, e-mail, name and mom of, of course). It's a jungle (gym) out there, and you need all the support you can get.
ReUsies Snack Bag, $6.75
Ban the brown bag, toss the tin, pitch the plastic wrap—it's time for something greener. Send your kids packing with this BPA-, lead- and phthalate-free reusable snack bag (also available in sandwich bag size) from the well-named ReUsies and send a message that sustainable is the only way to roll.
Organic Seed Starting Kit from My First Organics, $16.95
It's never too early to plant the seeds of eco-consciousness with your kids. These organic seed starting kits teach preschoolers to third-graders how to grow their own fruits and vegetables, engaging them in the process by letting them roll up their sleeves and do the dirty work. Can you dig it? Complete with organic seeds, organic biodegradable pots, organic plant food, soil approved for organic use and a reusable, recyclable greenhouse made with FDA-certified, food-grade plastic, these made-in-the-USA mini magic gardens sprout fun while planting the seeds of a new generation.
A Natural Celebration from Let's Go Chipper!, $55
Enjoy songs inspired by the whimsy of nature in A Balloon Passes By sing-along/read-along book and CD; get ready to go into the great outdoors with a feisty curious squirrel in Let's Go Chipper! DVD/CD/Story and Activity set. And then, go outside and play—they've got you covered in an all-natural, paraben-free sunscreen.
Dip the life fantastic with these sun-protection swimsuit sets made with UPF 50+ fabric. The clinically tested swim digs' loose-fit design means more comfort in and out of the water.
Baby Banz Banz Sunglasses Case, $7.50
This durable case with a cute design keeps sunglasses safe and sound—and spares you the fevered frustration that comes with taking every single solitary item out of your beach bag only to realize that your little man's shades, which were, of course, on the bottom of the bag, are now, of course, slightly bent and very scratched.
