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This Earth Day and every other day of the year, remember why it’s good to be green: for our health, our environment, our children and our future.

With our roots in San Francisco, Apple Park was founded with a vision to create environmentally responsible and luxurious products for babies and children. Apple Park’s Picnic Pals were inspired by classic children’s toys, reinvented with the finest eco-friendly materials available. From a family of experienced toy makers, Apple Park’s founder, Angie Ting, set out [...]

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Congratulations, You’re Expecting Multiples! Part 5

By Shannon Harlow, Dallas Director

To catch you up to speed, you’ve talked to your doctor/health care provider about how many babies you’re expecting, whether or not they are sharing amniotic space and a placenta, and you should also have an idea of when to expect these babies. So, now let’s focus on mom!

Question #5: What [...]

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Congratulations, You’re Expecting Multiples! Part 4

By Shannon Harlow, Dallas Director

Now that you have knowledge of how many babies you’re expecting and whether or not they are sharing amniotic space and a placenta, you and your healthcare provider should have a better picture of what your technical due date is and a more realistic due date.

Question #4: Actual due date vs. [...]

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‘First Impression’ from the ABC Kids Expo: LillyBit’s Uptown Diaper Clutch

LillyBit’s Uptown Diaper Clutch is a beautifully disguised mini diaper bag. With an innovative folding design, the Clutch holds all essentials necessary for changing baby on the go. Included in the interior is also a special place for personal items such as cell phone and keys. Remarkably versatile, the strap that comes with the Clutch [...]

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‘First Impressions’ from the ABC Kids Expo: Joovy Nook Highchair

If space conservation was ever an issue while furnishing a home with baby gear, Joovy offers one way to ‘fold up’ your concerns: The Nook Highchair. The Nook’s one-hand compact folding feature allows for this highchair to easily be tucked away when not in use. Such a feature is ideal for homes with smaller dining [...]

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‘First Impressions’ From ABC Kids Expo: Mrs. Smith Diaper Bag

An intuitive answer to the never-ending question: “Where is that binky?” Mrs. Smith Diaper Bags feature a fully functioning pull-out drawer. This drawer is divided into several compartments and remains easy to open even when the top portion of the bag is full. Able to fit baby food jars, pacifiers, bibs and a host [...]

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‘First Impressions’ from the ABC Kids Expo: Ergobaby Papoose Coat

Baby wearing is a desire or necessity for many parents, although it can become quite awkward trying to keep both you and baby warm in the colder months.  Many times adults just drape blankets over the child to protect them from the chill, but beginning in Fall 2010 Moms will no longer have to sacrifice [...]

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‘First Impressions’ from the ABC Kids Expo: Episencial skin care for babies and kids

Episencial skin care products are both fun (the packaging features the artwork of Eric Carle) and safe for kids of all ages.  Kim Walls has created a skin care line that contains no harmful chemicals such as additives, petroleum, and parabens; therefore you can rest-assured about using these products frequently on your children.  All of the ingredients are disclosed [...]

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‘First Impressions’ from the ABC Kids Expo: Baby Hobo Convertible Diaper Bag/Portable Nursing Pillow by Warm Milk

This is a fully functional diaper bag that transforms into a soft, plush nursing pillow. As a diaper bag it offers a changing pad, insulated bottle pockets, and a special place just for pacifiers.  The shoulder strap doubles as a stabilizing strap around the waste when using the nursing pillow. The strap is adjustible and lined with [...]

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‘First Impressions’ from the ABC Kids Expo: Baby Meets World’s Snuggledry Apron Towel

One quick look at the Snuggledry Apron Towel and you’ll wonder, ‘Can it possibly be as soft as it looks?’ The answer is Yes! This item is designed so that your baby will go from warmth in the bath to warmth being cuddled by you without the struggle of trying to wrap standard towels. This apron-type towel [...]

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