May 2008
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Rinki Highchair
A highchair you can sit on too. This chair starts out as a regular stool but in a few easy moves it becomes a highchair for your baby.
$266 at Scandinavian Design Center | Buy
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The Inchworm
“Jim’s mom loves to tell the story about how this was Jim’s favorite toy in preschool. While all the other boys fought over big wheels, he rode on the worm every day, bobbing up and down.”
Guest posted by Wood from Sweet Juniper
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Hand Stamped Ring
He probably remembers the baby’s name and birthday, but it can’t hurt to remind him.
$29 at Accessory Ala Mode | Buy
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Slingbox
Slingbox let’s you watch your DVR shows from your phone, your computer or another television anywhere in the world. He’ll never have to miss American Idol again.
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Craftworks Toolbox Refrigerator
He needs a frosty beverage, but would like to pretend he’ll fix something while he drinks it.
$329 at Home Wet Bar | Buy
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Giraffe Pillow
“Detroit artist Carl Oxley sells these pillows. Juniper has the giraffe and sleeps with it every night.”
Guest posted by Wood from Sweet Juniper
$30 at Pop Art Monkey | Buy
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Kindle
Kindle is a wireless book-reading device. He can buy a book, a copy of his favorite newspaper or magazine (including international editions), and have it delivered to his Kindle in minutes. He can also access over 300 big-name blogs without paying for wifi, or hotel hotspot service fees, because Kindle uses cell phone networks to connect. Best of all, there are no cables, and it takes up about as much carry on room as a notebook.
You always were his favorite kid.
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World’s Lightest Carry-On
You know how your dad really likes to “pack light?” Remember how he sawed off the handle of his toothbrush? This carry on weighs just 5.5 pounds, so now maybe he’ll pack more than one pair of underwear when he travels.
$99 at Restoration Hardware | Buy
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Hand Shadows Card Set
From a 19th century design, six cards that show you how to make animal-shaped shadows. These would make adorable birth announcements or early birthday invitations.
$5 at Cog and Pearl | Buy
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Squeaky Green Bubbly Bath
“Every time I give the kids a bath I’m tempted to climb in because this smells so delicious. The best part is that it doesn’t contain phthalates.”
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Limited Edition Stanley Thermos
You know what else would warm him up? Bourbon.
$60 at Gentleman's Gadgets | Buy
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Tivoli Model One
The other day my husband came home with a very cool-looking vintage radio, but it plays only the AM stations. Badly. I prefer the faux vintage version that only makes you listen to sermons and conspiracy theories when you feel like it.
Here’s a similar version that works as an alarm clock.
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Shaving Gift Set
I grew up thinking the fanciest men shaved with shaving soap and a brush. Here’s a little something for the Fancy Man in your kid’s life.
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Coat Caddy
He doesn’t wear a suit every day, but when he does? It makes him crazy when it gets wrinkled on the way to a wedding.
Don’t even get him started on how binding a winter coat can be when he’s trying to navigate the Autobahn.
$20 at AJ Prindle | Buy
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I Can Fly
“I love this book – it has beautiful mid-century illustrations. I’ve always thought it would be charming to decorate a little girl’s room with this theme.”
Guest posted by Wood from Sweet Juniper
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11 In One Credit Card Tool
Perhaps he’ll pull this card out of his wallet to breaking the window of a sinking car. Or, maybe he’ll save the day with a bottle opener. Everyone has a different definition of “emergency”.
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Perfect Ice Cube Tray
When we finally got an ice maker in our freezer, I thought our days of filling ice cube trays would be over.
Then my husband found these silicone trays that make the most perfect ice cubes in all the land. They pop out of the tray in perfect squares, take a long time to melt in your cocktail or soda, and look cool in your glass.
Back to arguing about who forgot to refill the trays.
$10 at Sur La Table | Buy
(For a set of two.)
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Traveler’s Atlas
The world in his pocket. Includes major city maps and transportation guides.
$50 at Rock Paper Scissors | Buy
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Airport
A wee airport for wee passengers with wee TSA Guidelines to follow.
$60 at Fiddlesticks | Buy
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Red Footie Pajamas
Adults can wear footie pajamas but I don’t recommend it. Little kids, however, have free reign.
$25 at Snug as a Bug | Buy
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Miss Natalie’s Growth Chart
When we moved a few months ago, the saddest thing was leaving behind the door frame where we’d tracked our kid’s growth for the last 8 years.
This unique growth chart is made from simple materials and will look great in your kid’s room. When you move, you can take it with you.
$40 at Miss Natalie | Buy
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Remote Control
For this to work, you’ll need to convince the baby that it actually controls the TV, at least some of the time. Then maybe she’ll give you back your cell phone.
$15 at Part Store | Buy
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Sigg Water Bottle
The sooner you can be done with sippy cups, the happier you’ll be.
$15 at Outdoor Kids | Buy
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Little Boy’s Seersucker Suit
Bonus points if you can get him to wear a straw boater hat.
$88 at Talbot's Kids | Buy
(For pants and jacket, sold separately.)
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Stacking Cups
My kids loved these stacking cups as babies. We used them in the bathtub to play with water and rinse shampoo out of their hair, we hid small things under them and played peek a boo, and, after they’d been through the dishwasher, we doled out snacks in them. I’m not sure we ever got around to just stacking them.
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Rainbow Nesting Tunnel
This toy gives your toddler lots of options. Line them up to make a tunnel, or make them a cave for toy animals, or a bridge over imagined rivers, or maybe a see saw for a doll.
$14 at Three Sisters Toys | Buy
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Bath Goods
A collection of bright, mold-resistant toys to make bath time more fun. The only thing cuter than a baby in a tub is a laughing baby in a tub.
$14 at Sparkability | Buy
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Musical Band
My family has a longstanding agreement not to buy each other’s kids drum sets or accordions. Of course, we haven’t exactly produced a crop of musicians. Still, if you give this as a gift, be prepared for paybacks.
$50 at Baby Center Store | Buy
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Schoenhut Spinet Piano
Put a brandy snifter on top and call it a part time job.
$95 at Live and Learn | Buy
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Memory Quilt Kit
She won’t throw out her old concert shirts, her hole-ridden college tee, the undershirt she was wearing when she went into labor. Thank goodness she likes to sew.
$75 at Uncommon Goods | Buy
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Women’s Fleece Travel Slippers
Now you can kick off your shoes on the plane, without subjecting fellow travelers to your stinky feet.
$25 at Land's End | Buy
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Shape Sorting Cube
When you’re one, life is all about putting things away and taking them back out. Actually, when you’re 30, life is all about putting things away and taking them back out.
$15 at Fat Brain Toys | Buy
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Navy Cotton Jersey Jammies
She’s a mom, not a nun. These soft jersey pajamas have hot pink contrast stitching and waist tie. The capri knickers have cute ties at the knees. As practical as her sweats, but a great deal more fashionable.
$52 at Kitten Miami | Buy
(Order top and bottom separately.)
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Cotton-Cashmere Primrose Cardigan
This sweet, lightweight sweater is a bit of non-neutral luxury for her Spring wardrobe. Comes in “lemon twist” and “bright tangerine.” Safety first.
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Chomp and Clack Gator Push Toy
This toy makes walking a whole lot more fun than crawling.
$40 at FAO Schwarz | Buy
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Yellow Tulip and Purple Iris Bouquet
There is a very small window when bulb flowers are available, so pounce while you can. Whoever put Mother’s Day smack in the middle of spring was a genius.
$50 at 1-800-Flowers | Buy
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Vibrant Ranunculus Bouquet
This bright bouquet will make her want to hum a little something as she goes about her day. If you order early delivery for Mother’s Day, there’s no shipping or service charge.
$65 at 1-800-Flowers | Buy
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Candela
I know you’ve seen these babies everywhere, but a friend of mine mentioned that they’re terrific for homes with kiddos. All the romance of candlelight, none of the open flame. Good point. They turn on when you lift them from the charging base, and last for about for five hours. They also turn on instantly during a power failure.
If you prefer the look of votives, they make those too.
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Doodle Tag
The refrigerator is wallpapered with your kid’s art, and it just keeps coming. Send along a scan of your child’s doodle and get a custom recycled silver tag back.
$95 at Mommy Tags | Buy
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“Relax, Take a Bath” Gift Set
Lush makes high-quality bath products by hand in small batches. When I have one of their bath bombs on hand, the anticipation reminds me of how much fun baths were when I was a little kid. This package contains three calming, lavender-scented luxuries: a bath melt, a bath bomb, and a bubble bar.
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Cuisinart RK-17 Traditional Cordless Electric Kettle
You can finally have convenience of an electric kettle without giving up the nostalgia of your stove kettle. (via Not Martha)
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Envirosax Flora Series Pouch
I saw this fun reusable shopping bag in O Magazine, but of course it was sold out by the time I got there. Then I realized you could buy a “pouch” of each design series. I got five bright bags in all the floral prints they offer, for only $5 each. (They also offer an intriguing black and white series.)
Now I can match my bag to my T-shirt at the farmer’s market, which is crucial.
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Precious Charm
A way to carry your child with you wherever you go. Their fingerprint cast in gold or silver on one side, their initials on the other. Put your completed charm on a necklace, bracelet or key ring.
$170 at Precious Charms | Buy
(Price converted from Australian Dollars)
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