This 24-piece dinosaur-themed jigsaw puzzle will let your children’s imagination loose and provide hours of fun, all while they’re sharpening their mental skills. Because it’s made by Melissa & Doug, you know you’re getting the utmost in quality and craftsmanship, and this puzzle comes with large, sturdy wooden pieces.
While children love the simple fun of puzzles and the sense of reward from completing one, parents have long known about the cognitive benefits of puzzles—they help a child’s rational, deductive, and problem-solving skills, as well as hand-eye coordination. Click here to check out more great puzzles from Melissa & Doug!

Trumpette’s owner and creator, Jon Stevenson, was in the men’s fashion industry in San Francisco for a decade before adopting his son Nicky and moving into the world of babies’ clothing. He says that after his son arrived, he noticed that he simply wasn’t satisfied with the clothing available for little boys.

After creating a onesie for Nicky with ‘BOY’ written in huge letters across the front, Stevenson decided to place a few of them in the men’s clothing store he ran at the time. The response was incredible, and Trumpette was born!

Nowadays, Trumpette is known for its innovatively-designed baby clothing, especially its socks. Though they are adorable, Stevenson has said that he wants to move babies’ clothing away from being one-dimensionally cute, and he puts the same effort into designing babies’ socks, shoes, and shirts that he once did with men’s clothing.

It seems like everywhere you look in Hollywood, a Little Giraffe blanket pops up. Star moms like Angelina Jolie and Brooke Burke have fallen in love with their Little Giraffe baby blankets, but some celeb mommies just can’t get enough!

Halle Berry went to the boutique NoMi in LA and stocked up on dozens of different items, from blankets to jackets, all from Little Giraffe’s Luxe Collection. And Katie Holmes order eight Little Giraffe baby blankets for her daughter Suri. These things are flying off the shelves of Hollywood’s hottest boutiques!

The blankets were even featured on Desperate Housewives, where Gabrielle wraps her baby up in a cozy Little Giraffe chenille blankey. These fabulous items have also been endorsed by everybody from Fox News to the women of the View, who gave matching Little Giraffe satin-chenille cover-ups and blankets to ten lucky moms and their newborns. These celebrities simply want the best for their children, and Little Giraffe is happy to deliver!

We’ve all seen how attached a baby can become to a blanket, a stuffed animal, or some other object. It gives them comfort and helps them to feel safe and relaxed. But is this healthy? As it turns out, yes!

Studies have shown that at least 60% of children in the United States have an intimate connection to some sort of security object. This object, often a blanket, can help children adapt to new circumstances or traumatic events. This is why police cars often keep a stuffed animal in the back seat to comfort children in the case of a car accident or other event. Studies also indicate that having a security blanket can aid a child’s learning.
So parents, take note! Get your child something, whether a baby blanket or a stuffed bear, that they can take comfort in and feel safe with. It’s a great way to help your little one learn and grow.

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 Barefoot Dreams, 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  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?

Little Giraffe, one of our favorite makers of fine baby blankets and other items, has released a new line of blankets, burpys, hooded towels, throws, and pillows that are their softest and most luxurious yet. Their plush faux-fur material is simply irresistible—it won’t pill or shed, and promises to get softer with each and every wash. The items are also trimmed with a satin border for a cool (literally!) design touch.

And these items are also visually stunning. Not only does the faux-fur and satin combination look incredible, but everything in the Luxe Collection is available in a fantastic assortment of colors. You can even choose a baby blanket with polka dots, either on the fringe or throughout. The Luxe Duo blanket combines two different colors for a classy, modern look that is just as elegant as can be.

Each item in the Little Giraffe Luxe Collection is guaranteed to be of the highest quality. They are not only soft and beautiful, but also durable and machine washable. And celebrities love Little Giraffe! Everybody from Halle Berry to Ellen Degeneres to Katie Holmes has stocked up on Little Giraffe blankets and more for their children. Why not pick up something from the Luxe Collection for your little one today?

It seems like everywhere I go now I see BabyBjorn Carriers on new moms and professional nannies alike. And why not? They’re so clever! My good friend had a baby a few months ago. I had seen so many of BabyBjorn’s products in parks and walking down the street that I thought it would make a neat gift idea. Well she hasn’t stopped thanking me! The straps on the BabyBjorn Carriers are wide and extra padded so they’re comfortable, even on long outings.

But my favorite feature is the flap in the front that folds down so that babies old enough can face outwards and see the world, or turn around and face mommy for a nice mid-day nap. Another great feature about these products is that they cultivate closeness and touch between mom and baby, which makes baby feel happy and secure all day long. Also, she doesn’t look as though she has got on some bulky, ugly, contraption all day. Quite the opposite, the BabyBjorn Active Carrier has a sporty classic look that keeps her from looking like a child’s toy herself.

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed about BabyBjorn is that they always manage to incorporate a certain sense of style into whatever they make. In fact, my friend loved the baby carrier so much that she did a little research of her own and ordered the Babysitter 1-2-3. It’s the perfect seat for baby and its clean and modern design is so stylish I tend to forget it’s a seat for the kids. BabyBjorn also makes a smart toilet trainer that is designed just for little ones and has an adjustable wheel built in to snugly fit any toilet seat. The BabyBjorn carrier was the perfect gift for my friend. So perfect, in fact, that even her husband has no qualms about taking the baby for the day!

Have a baby shower coming up? Not sure what to get the mother-to-be or her new bundle of joy? We’ve put together this list of greatest hits to help you out.

1.) Little Giraffe Luxe Faux Fur Blankets.

These amazing blankets are a huge sensation right now, and are definitely our most popular items. You’ve probably seen them all over the place since celebrities can’t seem to stop buying them for their babies. I have to say, this is one trend I will happily join in on myself, and when you buy one for that precious bundle of joy, you’ll see why. I promise you’ll want to keep one for yourself! Plus they come in a wide variety of colors, so whether you know the new mother’s nursery colors or not, you can’t go wrong. There may be nothing softer than a baby, but the Little Giraffe Luxe comes very close. Buy one and try it out, I promise you will not be disappointed! Plus, you can make this gift truly unique with a specially monogrammed name or initials on the blanket’s edge. How much sweeter could a baby gift get?

2.) Barefoot Dreams Nap-to-Go.

The Barefoot Dreams Nap-to-Go Set is simply amazing. It is my favorite Barefoot Dream’s gift to give. This amazing little set includes a soft and fuzzy CozyChic chenille blanket and a squishy-soft satin pillow. Any parent will tell you of the difficulty of getting a child to sleep in an unfamiliar setting. With the Nap-to-Go, they can take their favorite sleepy time cuddles with them wherever they go. This one is sure to be a hit for years to come.

3.) Organic Anything.

Everything is going green! Not only is organic great for the environment, but its super safe for baby too. Luckily there is a very wide variety of organic cotton baby goods to choose from. Check out the Coyuchi Natural Baby Blanket, it’s incredibly soft, and the Playful Lion Jumpsuit, the embroidered details are super cute! We also have tons of other organic bedding and clothing for baby in many different styles, proving that going green isn’t just ecological, it’s trendy too!

4.) Halo Sleepsacks and Cloud b Lullabags.

What better gift can you give a new parent than piece of mind? With Halo SleepSacks and Cloud b Lullabags, they get just that. You see, loose bedding in the crib increases the chance of baby re-breathing, that’s the re-inhalation of carbon dioxide, and suffocation, both of which are linked to the development of SIDS. That’s pretty dangerous stuff. That’s why Halo and Cloud b created wearable blankets. Their blankets keep babies snuggly and warm and allow baby to move around without the risk of loose bedding. Truly Award winning ideas! Try the Cloud b Lullabag, for a temperature controlled blanket ,and the Halo Swaddle, for a cozy night’s rest.

5.) Trumpette Baby Socks.

Whether you’re shopping for a little girl or little boy, you can not go wrong with Trumpette. These little socks are the most adorable things you have ever seen, guaranteed! And, they have non-slip soles, so they keep baby’s feet soft and safe! They come in a huge variety of patterns and colors, each with an adorable little gift box, ready for the baby shower. Whether the socks or the box is cuter is still an object of much debate around here.

We hope this helps you in picking something out for that upcoming shower!

I’m pretty new to the world of baby blankets so when my best friend’s baby shower rolled around I was pretty much at a loss for what to get her. Luckily, I found these adorable Little Giraffe Velvet Blankys. They’re incredibly soft velvet on one side of the blanket and cool satin on the other.

My friend now tells me that her baby loves the blanket because the satin side is cool against her skin, while the velvet side is textured and smooth. Another great thing about these blankets is the huge variety they come in. I found them in smooth velvet as well as a floral velvet and dot velvet, not to mention several different colors. They come in everything from light pastels like lilac to deep colors like slate, which was essential for me as my friend is especially picky about the color scheme in her baby’s room.

I also found these blankets to be a great gift for the friend who loves celebrity sightings and brand names (baby Suri Cruise has been seen with her Little Giraffe Blanket). More importantly, I’ve found that these are truly high quality baby blankets, which any new mom is sure to appreciate. Another way to make them extra special is monogramming, I put her baby’s initials on the blanket so she can look back on it when she’s older as something uniquely hers. Although I must admit, after feeling the baby blanket I bought for my friend, I went out and got a full-sized Little Giraffe Throw for myself—they’re just that soft!

People are always asking me for great gift ideas for baby showers, and my answer is always the same: Trumpette Baby Socks! They really make the perfect gift. The socks are cute enough to stand alone as a small gift, or for a truly decadent gift, add them to a gift basket. Trumpette socks are like the cherry on top!

If you are not familiar with Trumpette Baby Socks you may be thinking, “What makes socks such a good gift?” Well Trumpette socks are cuter than any baby socks you have ever seen. They come in adorable prints like monkeys and camo. My favorites are the ones that look like shoes. For girls there are the darling MaryJane Socks, which look like little black maryjane shoes with colorful socks. For boys the Johnny Socks are my favorite. They look like little sneakers. Babies don’t need to wear stiff rigid shoes anyway, so these socks are perfect for giving the shoe-look while simultaneously providing sock-comfort. And the socks have rubber grips on the bottom, so as babies go from crawling to walking they will not be slipping and sliding.

But cuteness and comfort are not the only reasons I think these socks make such great gifts. The packages are just as great as the socks! Trumpettes come in adorable little boxes that are great for topping off a set of baby gifts. Or if you are just going to give the socks, go with the Perfect Little Dozen or the Perfect Little Ten; they come in adorable little egg cartons! I gave my cousin the perfect little ten for her baby shower and people are still talking about how cute that egg carton of socks was. So, if your looking for a baby gift that never fails, the answer is Trumpette!