If you didn’t already know, learning to juggle has been shown to have a number of important benefits. Juggling improves one’s ability to store and process visual information, even stimulating growth in those areas of the brain. It helps hand-eye coordination and motor skills, as well as balance and pattern recognition.
Perhaps most importantly, however, juggling teaches children how to learn and solve problems. In order to learn to juggle, children (and adults too!) must learn focus and observation, practice and perseverance. Jugglers have to learn to break problems down into parts and solve them from there.
Here at Sleepytime Store, we offer a wonderful set of juggling balls from Schylling, one of our most popular makers of vintage and classic toys. These balls are vinyl-covered and perfect for all children five and up. They’re available in two different styles and come with step-by-step instructions.
With Schylling Juggling Balls, your child will have a great way to have fun, and learn while doing it!

A lot of new or expectant mothers become overwhelmed by the all the different types of blankets out there, let alone considerations like size, color, fabric, whether or not to monogram…it can all be a bit confusing. One of the most frequent questions we get over here at the Sleepytime Store is about receiving blankets.

A receiving blanket is a small blanket that, although it has a lot of uses, is primarily for wrapping a baby after a bath. It keeps babies warm and comfortable as the as they transition to the sensations of the tub to being dry.
One of our most popular receiving blankets is from Barefoot Dreams. Their CozyChic Receiving Blanket is superbly soft, and is embroidered with whimsical images perfect for comforting a young child.

    What’s not to love about a Little Giraffe blanket? They’re just as soft as can be, made of the most luxurious fabrics available, and manufactured to exacting standards of quality. There’s nothing better than cuddling with your baby and your favorite Little Giraffe blanket.
But Little Giraffe blankets are not just for the bed anymore. They now offer a full-sized throw blanket—perfect for naps, picnics, or lounging about the house. These are just as soft as Little Giraffe’s baby blankets, but big enough for any adult. Made from ultra-soft chenille and trimmed with silky-smooth satin, these blankets offer a superior softness that only Little Giraffe can offer.
The blankets are generously sized (regular is 45” x 59”, extra large is 59” x 88”), and are available in a fabulous selection of colors. Like all Little Giraffe blankets, they’re easily machine washable/dryable, and can be monogrammed for a personal touch. So check out the Little Giraffe Chenille Throw today!

Babies can really never have too many blankets. One for the crib, one for during the day, one for the car—babies need all the comfort and softness they can get. That’s why ,one of our favorite makers of blankets, robes, and more, has come out with a travel blanket as an addition to their famed CozyChic line.
Perfect for both short outings and long trips, the Barefoot Dreams travel blanket is a perfect way to comfort kids on the go. It’s made from the exclusive CozyChic poly-microfiber knit, which means it’s guaranteed to stay lusciously soft without shrinking or pilling. It’s machine washable and dryable, making it perfect for hectic or busy occasions, and at 15” by 17” it’s big enough to be comfy but small enough to go anywhere.
The Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Travel Blanket is available in an assortment of mellow colors, and can be monogrammed for that special, personal touch. Why not get one for your child today?

Whether you’re an expectant mother or just in need of the perfect baby shower gift, look no further. If you buy a Little Giraffe blanket for your little one, the two are sure to become inseparable.
Little Giraffe is maker of some of the finest baby blankets available, made of the softest, most luxurious fabrics and manufactured to exacting standards of quality. Celebrity mothers and babies simply cannot get enough Little Giraffe, with everybody from Halle Berry to Katie Holmes stocking up on Little Giraffe blankets for their children.
Now Little Giraffe offers an exciting new package that any baby will love—a Little Giraffe Chenille Blanket/Blanky Combo! The full-sized blanket measures 29” x 35”, making it ideal for cribs, while the blanky is 14” x 14”—perfect for around the house or around town. Both have a chenille front and satin back, with a satin picture frame border, and both are machine washable.
These blankets are available in pink, lilac, white, blue, yellow, celadon, mocha, and slate. They can also be personalized with your baby’s name or initials attractively monogrammed. Why not get your child the all-in-one package today!

    We all know how vitally important baby’s blankets are. It provides comfort when they’re agitated, security when they’re afraid, and, of course, warmth when they’re chilly. But rough or uncomfortable blankets can irritate a baby. That’s why the Little Giraffe Velvet Blanket is such a fantastic choice. They feature a velvet front with a silky satin back and border, which makes the blanket exquisitely soothing on a baby’s skin—perfect for calming a baby down.
And because it’s from Little Giraffe, you know you’re getting the highest quality materials and manufacturing. This is one of Little Giraffe’s original products and one of their most popular blankets, especially among celeb mommies. This velvet blanket is 30” by 33”, and, of course, is machine washable and dryable.
For an extra-special touch, why not get your Velvet Little Giraffe Blanket monogrammed with their name or initials?

Crawling, walking, talking—every parent relishes the first time their child reaches one of these important milestones. But it’s easy for parents to start worrying if their child is a bit behind ‘schedule.’ Don’t worry, though! All babies develop at their own pace, and some will hit certain landmarks sooner than others. Here are some of a baby’s most important developmental milestones—the ones you’ll want to remember forever.

- Smiling—Although babies may give you a little grin earlier, most babies only give a true, sincere smile at about five-eight weeks. When smiling sincerely, a baby will make eye contact and react to your facial expressions and voice.

- Sitting Up—Some babies can learn to sit up and support themselves much faster than others, but around six or seven months is typical. You can help your child along by propping her up with pillows, or having her lean forward with her legs apart and supporting herself with her hands.

- Eating On Her Own—Once your baby has begun to eat solid foods, at eight to nine months you can supervise her as she tries out eating on her own. Offer her little bits of foods such as bananas or cereal. Most children, however, won’t be able to use utensils for another 8-9 months.

- Knowing Her Name—Children usually begin to recognize the sound of their name when they’re eight to ten months. It may be hard to tell if your baby is responding to her name or just the sound of your voice. Help her learn by removing background noise and speaking her name clearly and giving her time to respond.

- Crawling—A lot of children learn to walk before they can crawl, but many begin to move about in other strange ways as well. Babies may scoot on their bellies or their bottoms, or just roll around. Children usually begin to move around on their own at eight to ten months.

- Standing Unsupported—At about ten to twelve months, your baby may begin to stand unsupported. You can help her work up to this by placing toys on a low table that she can support herself on, or by helping hold her up as she learns to be comfortable on her own two feet.

- First Word—Most babies speak their first “word” when they’ve reached twelve to thirteen months. It is most common for babies to start with the first syllable of a word repeated, such as “mama” or “dada.” They may also speak the name of a pet, sibling, or toy. Around eighteen months they may begin to speak full words and possibly short phrases.

- Walking—Most babies begin to walk at about twelve to fifteen months, but it is not only difficult, but also requires confidence. Help your child feel self-assured by holding her hands and gradually easing away your support. Don’t worry if it takes your baby longer to learn—babies will begin to walk when they’re ready.

Witnessing each of these moments will bring you immense joy, knowing that your baby is developing and growing up. Again, however, don’t worry if your child seems to be behind the learning curve. Just because she can’t stand or talk as soon as other babies does not mean she’s less intelligent or has other problems. Every baby will develop at his or her own pace.

Once you hold your baby in a chenille blanket from Little Giraffe, you’ll never want another baby blanket again! Mothers everywhere have discovered the luxurious softness that Little Giraffe has to offer, and now refuse let their babies sleep with anything less. Why?
These blankets are soft. They bring together lush chenille and silky smooth satin for a superior level of comfort for your baby’s sensitive skin. And the elegant design will turn heads everywhere you go. That’s why celebrity mothers can be seen toting their newborns around Hollywood in Little Giraffe’s satin and chenille blankets.

And since they sport the Little Giraffe logo, you can rest assured that these blankets are made with . And mothers can breathe easy knowing that the entire line of Little Giraffe blankets, pillows, and towels are all machine washable and dryable.
Once you’ve experienced the sumptuous softness of Little Giraffe baby blankets, you’ll never settle for another blanket again.