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Tried and True Tricks For Making Baby Giggle

LilSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:03:22 -0800

One of the most enjoyable things for a parent to hear is the shrieks of delight from their children. We'll do anything to strike up a belly laugh in our infants, but often times it takes a few trials to figure out what makes your tot tick. We've rounded up a few of our tried and true tricks to get any baby to giggle with glee.

10 Kids' Chairs With Midcentury Modern Style

Kate Stahl — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:02:01 -0800

You've been coveting an Eames lounger, an Eero Aarnio ball chair, and a Knoll diamond chair for your living room for years, but why not take all that beautiful midcentury modern design into the nursery? All of those iconic chairs — and many more, like my personal favorite, the Philippe Starck Ghost Chair — come in kid-sized versions that will up your lil one's cool factor and give them a sweet place to sit. While these chairs still come with price tags that are only slightly less hefty than their full-size counterparts, they've all proven themselves to be classics. Keep reading to check out 10 mini mod chairs with seriously big style cred.

Runway-Inspired Spring Maternity Looks

LilSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:03:27 -0800

With New York Fashion Week underway here in Manhattan, we went on a search to bring stylish mamas-to-be the most trend-forward finds in Spring maternity wear. Flaunt your fabulous figure, and remember, your baby bump is your best accessory!

Hello, Kiddo! A Sunny Breakfast Baby Shower

Kate Stahl — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:01:27 -0800

While a heavy-on-the-dessert lunch might be your typical baby shower meal, we're loving the creative shower Costa Mesa, CA-based wedding planner Jesi Haack recently threw for a friend, who's expecting a little boy. Inspired by phrase "Hello, Kiddo," the morning affair featured a heavy dose of sunny yellow fabrics, golden flowers, and of course, orange juice, along with an omelet bar, kid-inspired foods, sweet signage, and a cute activity that would please even the most shower-game averse friend. Keep clicking to check it out!

Wooden Toys and Games Great For Learning

LilSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 03:15:03 -0800

There's something about wooden toys that feels timeless and classic — as if they're something to be passed on. We've taken it one step further and found wooden toys that offer a learning opportunity, too. From games that teach balance to those that strengthen memory, these nine wooden toys are both fun and educational.

Celebaby Roundup!

Katie Henry — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:00:55 -0800

Celebrities had another exciting weekend enjoying time outside and with their families! Jessica Alba visited a park in LA with her daughters while Marion Cotillard strolled through chilly NYC with baby Marcel. Katherine Heigl grabbed lunch with her loves, and Rebecca Gayheart spent the day with Billie Dane — click through to see what they were all up to!

Baby, It's Cold Outside: 8 Cozy Stroller Buntings

LilSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:03:45 -0800

Spring may almost be right around the corner, but until then, keep lil ones snuggly warm in these cozy stroller buntings. We've highlighted the best features of each of our eight top picks to make shopping a breeze. Stay warm, and happy strolling!

8 Surprising Things That Can Swell During Pregnancy

Kate Stahl — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:41:54 -0800

We've all heard of swollen feet during pregnancy — a not-so-surprising side effect considering they're supporting all that extra weight — but your feet are not the only body parts that can retain fluid while you're expecting. We've all seen a pregnant woman who looked so fluid-filled you kind of wanted to stick a pin in her to see if she'd pop (or maybe you were one of those women?), but water retention can hit less obvious places as well.

Jessica Simpson recently went to Twitter to talk about her swollen lips, saying it might be the first stage of "pregnancy face," a side effect that Bethenny Frankel dealt with by massage and putting bags of frozen veggies on her face. "I’m a swollen beast. My face exploded . . . I look like a chipmunk,” she tweeted while expecting daughter Bryn. Keep reading for 10 less talked-about body parts that can make for an often uncomfortable, and sometimes unsightly, pregnancy and postpartum experience.

The Cutest Kids' Silhouettes For Your Home

LilSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:35:50 -0800

As at-home above a mantle as in the nursery, a custom silhouette is a special piece that becomes a memento as your little one grows up. While the traditional black-and-white look suits some just fine, we've found some incredibly talented designers who do things a bit differently. Plus, for the DIY mom (or dad), a step-by-step guide to creating your own memorable piece of art.

Valentine's Day Breakfast Ideas For Tots

Rebecca M Gruber — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:03:04 -0800

You already have your Valentine's Day lunch box planned for your tot, but how will you start their day? A touch of love for the first meal of the day is the perfect way to send kids off to school knowing that mama has them in her heart all day long. These Valentine's Day breakfast ideas make the most important meal of the day the most special. Check them out!