Loose crib blankets can be dangerous to your little ones when they are sleeping. That's why aden + anais have developed the perfect solution providing your baby with a comfortable AND safe sleeping solution.
In addition to letting you and your baby both sleep soundly, the sleep sack's light, open muslin weave allows a baby’s body temperature to regulate itself naturally helping to prevent overheating.
Bonus:
The more you wash them, the softer they get.
Each sleeping bag zips from the bottom, making diaper changes easy.
A strip of muslin over the zipper by baby’s face provides extra comfort.
Need some last minute inspiration for your baby Halloween costume? We went straight to Pinterest and can't get over the cuteness!
The classic octopus costume will have everyone in stitches.
Cute AND functional!
Going through Breaking Bad withdrawal? Dress your kids up as the main characters!
The cuteness factor on this one is 10/10
Your little princess deserves to look this cute on Halloween.
A little creepy, but a great photo opp.
For more Halloween costumes and party ideas, check out our Pinterest page.
We're gearing up for Thanksgiving at the Along Came Baby Headquarters, and what better way to celebrate by thanking YOU? This week we want to thank our customers by paying it forward on any purchase made in our Along Came Baby online store.
For every order received this week, we'll donate $5 to the Canadian Cancer Society. The Canadian Cancer Society is a charity that hits close to our hearts. They are here to help children, parents, grandparents and anyone who has been touched by cancer. They are working hard to eliminate cancer, and to enhance the lives of those living with it. We're so happy to be able to support such a worthy cause with your help. Thank you!
2 chix is one of our favourite brands for fun, trendy, hip and funny maternity clothing. Some might be a bit risqué, but that makes us love them all the more! We know that deciding what to wear during your pregnancy can be the worst, but 2 chix will help with sexy, funky and comfortable maternity wear. Which one's your favourite?
2 chix styles have graced the bellies of dozens of celebs including Angelina Jolie, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Jennifer Garner, Brooke Shields, Selma Blair, Angela Kinsey, and bunches more.
Check them out here and let us know on Facebook which one you picked!
Some of our favourite materials available are brought to us by aden + anais. We're excited to announce we now offer their Easy Swaddle blankets in THREE great patterns (owls, giraffes and monkeys).
aden + anais swaddles are made with 100% cotton muslin and are the ultimate in breathability and softness. The fabric’s light, open weave allows a baby’s body temperature to regulate itself naturally, helping to reduce the risk of overheating. It is gentle on baby’s skin and durable for everyday use.
Unlike regular swaddling cloths, the Easy Swaddle uses a series of snaps to ensure proper swaddling. Sizing, securing and adjusting is made easy with the below guide.
One of our favourite parts of aden + anais fabrics is the more you wash them, the softer they get. Grab one today!
Research has linked many chemicals in common use to cancer and hormone disruption which can result in a variety of health complications throughout life. Governments have started stepping in to assure companies stop using these chemicals, but until then, we're lucky to have Thinkbaby on our side.
The founders of Thinkbaby spent a great deal of time researching what chemicals are harmful to our bodies and what levels should be used in household products such as water bottles. Here is a very complicated diagram of their findings:
Not only are Thinkbaby products BPA-free, chemical-free and sustainable.... they are also VERY functional! We carry lots of great Thinkbaby products. Here are some that will make your life a dream...
Thinkbaby Trainer Cup
Spill-proof, easy to use and up to Thinkbaby's standards, this trainer cup is a must-have for all parents!
Thinkbaby Fork & Spoon
Following in the chemical-free footsteps of all other Thinkbaby products, their fork and spoon set are a great addition to your collection.
The Starter Set
And if you're not sure where to start, you should consider investing in The Starter Set. For only $23.99 you'll get 4 baby bottles, 6 nipples and 4 travel caps. The 5oz baby bottles come outfitted with our cross cut slow flow nipples (designed for 0 to 3 months). The set contains 2 of our polypropylene 9oz baby bottles with medium flow nipples (designed for 3 to 6 months). And finally, 2 of our fast flow nipples (designed for 6 to 12 months).
And keep in mind, all Thinkbaby products make great gifts! Enjoy :)
Back to school is just around the corner and whether your children are going to daycare, school, or the babysitter these great paper bag lunch ideas will come in handy this fall. And if you're looking for more, check out our School Lunches Pinterest board.
Butterfly snacks
Perhaps the cutest way to bag your kids' snacks.
Innobaby
Kids love these little compartmentalized lunch plates. Food stays separate, kid stays happy and so does Mom. (available at Along Came Baby.)Apple Sandwiches
Are apples always making their way back home hole in the bottom of your little ones' lunchbags? Try an apple sandwich and see what happens...
Sandwich them with trail mix, oat meal, raisins, chocolate chips or whatever tasty fillings you have kicking around the pantry! Make sure you use school safe "peanut butter" substitute such as Wow Butter.
Dried Apples
Another way to sneak some fruit into your child's diet at school is to dry it. Dried apples and bananas are always favourites. Plus, you know what they say about apples: "an apple a day keeps the doctor away!"
Shapes!
Kids just LOVE surprises in their lunchbox. Cut their sandwiches into hearts, stars, or any fun shape you can think of. They'll show them off to their friends and then eat them right up.
And if a healthy lunch is not your top priority....
We would like to take this opportunity to address your concerns around the tokidoki pre-sale launch from yesterday. First, regarding quantities purchased by individuals, in the past we have never had anyone purchase more than two of any one item (and even that was rare), this time there were two instances where two individuals bought more than three of one item at a time. Moving forward, we are assuming that the demand is going to increase and therefore we will be limiting individual item purchases to 3 of any one item for each customer. We can understand that some people buy gifts for other people, that is why we are making it 3. There isn't enough to go around so we feel limits do need to be put in place. If, in future, we are able to have more product available for our customers we may change this, but for now, we feel this is fair.
Second, regarding shipments to the United States. In the past we have allowed customers in the United States to purchase pre-sale items. The reason for this is because we are still a relatively small company and the thought of turning away any customer seemed crazy! We also wanted to make sure that we could sell all the product. Both tokidoki and new prints release at the same time; it's a big commitment but we want to make sure that we meet customer demand. Customer satisfaction is very important to us, so we do our best to bring in sufficient product. We didn't monitor web statistics the first time we offered tokidoki for pre-sale. The second time, we were concerned about traffic and whether the site would be able to handle the load. At the peak, there were 20 people shopping concurrently. The site handled the traffic no problem and we were pretty pleased. Out of all the sales that day, only 1 person ordered product to be shipped to the States for a total of 2 items. We did not see this as a problem.
This time around, demand was SO great that it really took us by surprise. At the peak there were 92 people shopping at the same time and as we all learned, the site could not handle the traffic. We have obviously made changes to deal with the increase and things ran much smoother yesterday. This time, only 6 orders went to the States for a total of 13 items. Obviously more than the last time, but we also did twice the sales in total. As mentioned we didn't anticipate the demand to be as great as it was and, after already agreeing to ship to the States, we couldn't then go back on our word an hour before the sale was set to begin. We also did not realize that Canadians had difficulty ordering from American sites, obviously, this is a big consideration. We read your comments and agree that, to be fair, Canadian retailers should follow suit and only offer pre-sale items to Canadian customers. Moving forward, this change is going to be implemented.
Thank you for all of the feedback yesterday, any and all feedback is appreciated. This helps us learn and evolve as we grow.
The attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into Haba toys puts any of their products one step above the rest. Not only are they beautiful and entertaining for children, they will last for years and years. Haba toys make great birthday or baby shower gifts that both parents and children will love.
Imported from Europe, Haba has been developing toys with children in mind since 1938. They aim to support the development of children's minds by making life more exciting, cheerful and delightful through the production of fantastic toys.
Some of our favourites include:
Haba Kringelring
A flexible, colourful teething ring threaded on a durable elastic band. Like many Haba products, this teething ring is made of beech wood, coloured with kid-friendly paint and coated with non-toxic bees wax. Makes a great gift! More here.
Haba Fit Together Building Blocks
These colourful and sturdy stacking blocks will be a hit with your children, nieces, nephews and even your grandchildren because they will surely be passed down from generation to generation. Made of durable beech wood, coloured with child-friendly paint and coated with non-toxic beeswax, you can't go wrong with Haba Building Blocks!
Bouncy Beetle Dangling Figure
This colourful figurine made of beech wood stimulates the senses, developing fine motor skills. Attach to a stroller, infant seat handle or highchair for hours of fun! More here.
Pure Natural Music Pudgie Puppy
Perhaps our favourite piece from the entire Haba collection. This charming musical puppy plays "Rock-a-bye Baby" and will help your little dreamer fall fast asleep. He is snuggly and tender and GREAT for cuddling. Like other Haba products, the Pudgie Puppy aims to be as earth-friendly as possible and is made with "pure nature" materials. You're going to love it!
These timeless toys all live up to Haba's high standards using environmentally sustainable materials and are enjoyed generation after generation, so grab some today. You'll thank us for it!
Whether you're shopping for yourself, for a friend or for a mom-to-be, you can't go wrong with a Ju-Ju-Be bag! They offer a wide range of bags from diaper bags to purses, handbags, totes, shopping bags and more. And they all come in GREAT patterns.
Founders, Kristin Hunziker and Joe Croft both understood there was a definite need for both fashion and function in a diaper bag. They saw other companies trying to accomplish this, but felt like no one was quite hitting the nail on the head so they took things into their own hands and we think they did an amazing job.
Our customers are huge supporters of Ju-Ju-Be as well. They are always as excited about new patterns and styles as we are! We have had great feedback on the entire Ju-Ju-Be collection which is why we continue to grow our product list. Bloggers love them too!
http://youtu.be/FPt2ZfCR_Ho
We truly believe that Ju-Ju-Be diaper bags are a mom-ESSENTIAL which is why we have them (and all of our other bags) on sale for 20% off from August 2-4. Get them quick because we expect many styles to sell out!
Shop Ju-Ju-Be on Along Came Baby now.
Inspired by the traditional, time-tested European method of carrying your baby in a sling close to the mother's body, Moby Wrap is one of the most comfortable baby wraps out there. Made of the softest of cotton, Moby Wraps are comfortable for both mommy and baby alike. This sling distributes baby's weight evenly on the wearer’s shoulders and hips and aligns baby's center of gravity as close to the wearer's body as possible. Not only is the Moby Wrap comfortable, but it allows the wearer the mobility that they often need.
When first learning how to use a sling carrier, don't be intimidated. This video will show you just how easy it is!
http://youtu.be/bZWB-4JIw5w
Moby Wrap is named after the feeling of closeness and connection between mother and baby that is felt when wearing the sling (MOther + baBY).
We love it and we hope you do too!
Karin Frost created the first Ergobaby Carrier for her son. She applied proper ergonomics to a carrier in order to fulfill the need to keep her baby close. She used feedback from fellow parents, studied childrens' reactions to being carried in order to create the perfect carrier.
Karin also took lifestyle into consideration. We are so busy that mobility is a key factor in any carrier as much as comfort and closeness. We don't want to be restricted by a carrier and want the ability to tackle day-to-day tasks while keeping our little ones close.
Why choose Ergobaby? How to choose your carrier
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=TxJlGb15lWY
We truly believe Ergobaby Carriers are the best ones out there and we encourage you to give them a try!