Pluto Tees

11 November 2008

Pluto is a fun and whimsical line of baby and toddler t-shirts by Ellen Oxhorn, a native New Yorker now living in Chicago. For Ellen, the little blank t-shirt is nothing less than the perfect artist’s canvas — it affords her a boundless opportunity for creative thought and playfulness. Pluto tees reflect Ellen’s love and knowledge of color, design, typography, as well as pop culture and history. Pluto’s line of baby and toddler clothes are 100% cotton, sweatshop free, and most important, guaranteed… to make you and your little Earthling smile. Check out some of our favorite Pluto T-Shirts “Goo Goo” and “”Metallikid”.

www.kitsel.com

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4 October 2008

Sweet Cupcake Goodies From The Baby Bunch

Gift giving just got even sweeter. Who could resist a non caloric cupcake? Leave it to the clever crafty Baby Bunch (the same people who gave us baby clothes that looked like bunches of flowers) to come up with this one. As adorable as a newborn onesie is, it’s that much cuter rolled up into a faux cupcake, topped with a felt “frosting” embellishment, and served up in a festive bakery box.

This clever gift item is sure to be the talk of any shower. It’s also so reasonably priced at $9.95 per cupcake. Choose sets of 2-6 treats, customized in pink or blue for girls/boys or gender neutral yellow for those who are waiting for a surprise.

Order directly from the Baby Bunch online!
www.babybunch.com

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9 October 2007

Woobee Blankets

Is it really possible to have cool unique style and functionality in a baby blankets? Absolutely! Anywhere you go, anytime of year, you won’t want to be without a beautiful All Weather Woobee Blanket. The All Weather Woobee Blanket features a soft wind / water resistant 100% nylon backing that has a durable weather resistant (DWR) coating. The front material is a wonderful soft 100% polyester fabric that is used in top of the line baby boutique bedding and apparel.

What makes the All Weather Woobee Blanket unique and cool? Contrast stitch emphasizes a hip look, and the clever custom made grosgrain ribbon tie design allows the All Weather Woobee to be securely attached to strollers, front packs, infant car seats, etc. The usefulness of this blanket makes it indispensable and the quality will last through the babies’ childhood.

The water-resistant backing is a 100% nylon fabric has a DWR coating (durable weather resistant) made for outdoor use, and the front fabric is made of an amazingly soft 100% polyester fabric. Both fabrics are durable and easy to clean.

Machine wash cold, tumble dry low.

Blankets - Plush

Blankets - Prints

Blankets - Velvet

Bibs

Burps

www.allweatherwoobee.com

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8 April 2007

How to Deal With Postpartum Depression

The “baby blues” affect 60 to 80 percent of postpartum women. Most overcome or cope with the mild feelings of depression and move on to the joys of raising their child. However, for some women, the feelings of depression, anxiety or frustration don’t go away and they are left feeling overwhelmed and guilty. If you or someone you know is suffering from postpartum depression, take it seriously and get help.
Instructions
STEP 1: Treat yourself right. Know that you are not alone in this struggle. Being a mother, especially a first-time mother, is hard and demanding. It takes a lot of personal sacrifice for the first three to six months, but it will get easier.
STEP 2: Sleep. Heed the old saying, “Sleep when your baby sleeps.” Let the answering machine pick up the phone and have your husband return calls.
STEP 3: Ask for help. Let a neighbor make you dinner. Have your mother-in-law watch the baby while you sleep, shop, exercise or take a bath. Find a person you trust to watch the baby on days you just can’t take it. If you know other people with young children, they will be more than happy to help. Chances are they have been in your shoes.
STEP 4: Share your feelings with other women. Find someone you can talk to and let it all hang out. Cry, vent, complain - let them know how hard this is for you and that you appreciate them letting you get things off your chest.
STEP 5: Join a support group. If you don’t have anyone to talk with and can’t find a group on your own, call your local hospital. Chances are the maternity ward will be able to point you in the right direction.
STEP 6: Exercise. Increased metabolism is a result of exercise and will significantly improve your frame of mind and health. Try walking for 10 minutes every morning and gradually work up to a speed and time that fits your schedule.
STEP 7: Take time to look good. Sometimes looking good makes you feel good. Put on some makeup if you usually wear it. Go to the mall and buy a new outfit. Change your hairstyle. Go to a salon and get a facial or manicure. Spend time on you.
STEP 8: Eat right. Eat breakfast every day - it’s a good start. Stay away from caffeine and sugar; they’ll give you a quick boost, but you’ll crash after they wear off. Keep plenty of fresh fruit on hand. Fruit is a natural energy booster.
STEP 9: Buy a book about postpartum depression and read it. There are many women out there who suffer from this disease every day. Find the resources to help yourself or ask someone you are close with to help you. Tips & Warnings
Make a list of things to do when you are feeling down. Some items on your list might include: lie in the sun (but wear sunblock!), take a bath, read, go shopping, go to lunch, invite a friend over, go for a walk, or exercise.
Make meals ahead of time and freeze them for the days you just can’t get it together. You will have something to throw in the oven for dinner. Better yet, ask friends to make meals and freeze them for later.
Do the laundry once a week. Don’t clean if you don’t feel up to it; it can wait. Put off thank-you cards until you feel like doing them. Pretend you’re not home when unexpected visitors arrive, or politely ask them to come another time.
Seek professional help immediately if you have thoughts of suicide or a desire to do harm to your baby. If you actually do harm your baby, call a crisis line or your partner and ask for help immediately. These are not feelings to mess around with. Don’t feel guilty about the way you feel. There are people who can and will help you to overcome feelings of deep depression.

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