There’s no excuse for not looking your best, nor for being uncoordinated. Good thing for the Matching Father and Son Neckties from My Favorite Pal. ($12.99 – $16.99) These adorable sets ensure that dad and junior will match! They are made from kid-tough microfiber, so they’re ready to take any pre-event mischief. And with 33 patterns available, you’ll both look your best for any occasion. Look sharp, together!
Slingin’! The ABC Sling Bag from Baya ($59.94) makes carrying around a bunch of crap sexy. These bold floral and pink bags have plenty of room for all your daily necessities, either with or without baby in tow. And if you get bored with one look, it’s reversible: just flip it around and go! You’ve got a lot of crap to juggle: you should look great and be comfortable for the ride.
Sound OFF! The Peek-a-Boo Brag Tag from o.r.e ($4) identifies your favorite little grunt as a pretty big deal. 3” x 4” dog tag holder frames a 2” x 3” photo in a protective window, with a lovable little cartoon on the cover. Comes with a clip for hanging onto purse, belt or whatever, and makes a great conversation piece. Drop and give them twenty! Well, one would be fine, we guess…
Because life is always easier with good help, check out EZ Sox. ($4.99) Your choice of 14 adorable animal faces tell your kids which way is up, and the socks have finger loops for a little extra help in pulling them on. And when they’re on, the non-skid bottoms mean plenty of traction. Cute and helpful: if only you could say that about your socks…
Diapers be not glamorous. But the Black Poppy Baby Bag by Amy Michelle ($50) is! This fabulous faux patent clutch is a great way to luxe up any day of mom duties. It’s got deep pockets for all the diapers and wipes you’ll need, a pocket for your cell and a wrist strap to hook it on your stroller. However you carry it, though, you’ll want to flaunt it. Glamour and diapers in the same breath? Who woulda thunkit?
If your clutch is looking fabulous while being a practical mom, look no further than the Change It Up Wristlet Clutch from Petunia Pickle Bottom. ($62) At only 12” W x 6 ½” H x 1 ½” D, this ultra-luxe bag packs a big organizational punch! It’s got a zip pocket for plenty of storage, a foldout changing pad, and even a shoulder strap. Be organized, be a great mom and look as fab as you are.
Say hello to the Posys! The Personalized Purse and Doll Gift Set ($68) is fun with the whole Posy family. This bold pink wooden purse, which comes personalized, holds Momma Posey and her three daughters. The Posys are modeled on classic clothespin dolls, and they’re all nicely varnished for durability. Purse features felt flowers and lining. It’s retro classic fun for lunch every day with the Posys.
Because excessive cute is always a great idea, the Night Owl Snuggle Sack and Cap from Baby Aspen ($36) is always a wise idea for a gift. The sack and cap, in adorable (told ya!) owl design, are both ribbed polyester with 100% cotton interior, “My Little Night Owl” appliqué, zipper bottom and snap shoulder. They’ll be cute, you’ll be oohing and awwing (and yes, hooting and hollering) all night.
Now we’re cookin’! This personalized Chef Hat and Apron set from That’s So Darling! ($30) keeps your favorite little chef clean and cute in the kitchen. Both the hat and the apron are totally home-made, and the apron is home-embroidered with the name of your choice, in one of two fonts. That’s a recipe for a great gift!
You’ll never get these moments back, so you’d better document them. That simple truism makes Mom’s One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book from Chronicle Books ($11.53) the ultimate personalized gift. This handsome 372 page journal allows new moms to write down every banner (or less than) event in the life of their wee bairnes. Give the gift that lasts a lifetime: the lifetime of a new life and a proud mom.
