MAY’S FIVE EASY PIECES

LOCAL RETAILERS PICK THEIR FAVORITES

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Outfitting Baby with the best is a passion for most moms—and dads and grandmas and aunts and friends. Jill Notkin turned her love of all that is fine and fabulous into Alex Casey Baby. This chic online boutique does everything from dress-up duds, carryalls and feeding essentials to loveys, gifts, décor and more.

Here, Jill gives us her favorite five items of the season.

THE ESSENTIAL

At Alex Casey Baby, we’re so proud of our exclusive bath towels. The ultimate in baby buys, this full-sized cozy towel will take your tot from infancy to toddlerhood and beyond—it’s just that big! The hood is soft and snuggly, just like your bundle.
($50, Personalized Bath Towel)

THE MOMMY MUST

Does your back ache from all the heavy lifting that comes with parenthood? Say goodbye to pain and slip into a Slide Diaper Bag. The revolutionary bag eases neck and shoulder pain with the patented ergonomic strap, which distributes the weight of the bag across your back, like a sling. It can be worn messenger-style, too, and later can be used to hold a laptop, textbooks, workout gear, or a yoga mat and clothes.
($115, Slide Diaper Bag)

THE PHOTO-OP FAVE

An Alex Casey Baby favorite! Your ballerina will be beautiful in four layers of gauze tulle, featuring three colors per style. Adorned with rose petals and complete with organza ribbon and a decorative flower, these tutus are completely machine-washable and utterly adorable. A must-have for a first birthday or family photos.
($40, Tutu)

THE TOY

A Zoobie Pet is a three-in-one friend that transforms from a stuffed animal to a pillow to a snuggly blanket and is the perfect companion for any child. Super cozy and so much fun, these animals are soft and cute. The large and detachable blanket inside is sure to be your child’s favorite lovey.
($30, Zoobie Pets)

THE GIFT

Seriously stylish, these socks are great for the earth and for your baby’s tender feet. Packaged in delightful gift boxes with four colors per set, these make great shower gifts, holiday gifts or everyday gifts for your baby, just for being his wonderful self. There are five adorable styles to fall in love with. ($20, Organic Socks)