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Disguise Diapers With a Pair of Fancy Pants

LilSugar — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:00:40 PDT

Diaper covers have come a long way from rubber pants. The plastic wraps that once secured pampers out of necessity have given way to fashionable cotton and eyelet bloomers that complement outfits should your babe bend over. Some are so cute that mamas pair them with a tee and use them to outfit their tots. If you're looking for a way to disguise your wee daughter's diapers, check out these finds.

Trendtotting: Funky Diaper Covers

babysugar — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:00:00 PDT

When frilly eyelet diaper covers just won't do, Ooh La La has got your tot's tush covered. Handmade by owner Judy Pfardresher, the Velcro adjustable rump hiders ($17-$19) are quality crafted and finished with charms that say, "Made with love."

Alternatots will look fetching in a pair of leopard- or cheetah-print fanny covers, especially when they get their crawling mojo going. Not to leave anyone out, the Chinese silk prints and polka-dot patterns suit the more genteel and mild-mannered wee ones.

Trendtotting: Fancy Tushies

babysugar — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:00:15 PDT

There is something about a baby's bum that is beyond adorable. I could watch my tot's dimpled cheeks run around the house all day if it weren't for fear she would relieve herself on the carpet without warning. I usually put a diaper on her and for extra security, a pair of fancy pants.

While I have a handful of covers that come with skirts and dresses, none compare to the classic embroidered bloomers like those from Blueberry Babies. With her name or initials stitched on her tush, I hardly want to dress her in anything else. The precious baby intimates are always a hit and make fabulous newborn gifts.

Blueberry Babies Monogrammed Fancy Pants Diaper Cover ($16)	Blueberry Babies Garden Princess Fancy Pant ($20)
Blueberry Babies Personalized Chick Diaper Covers ($16)	Blueberry Babies Personalized Ruffle Bottom Fancy Pants Diaper Cover ($18)
Blueberry Babies Personalized Ladybug Fancy Pants Diaper Covers ($16)	Blueberry Babies Garden Princess Fancy Pant Diaper Cover $20	Blueberry Babies Personalized Bunny Diaper Covers ($16)

Baby's Got Back! RuffleButts Diaper Covers

LilSugar — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 16:00:56 PST

When it comes to outfitting lil ladies, I'm a sucker for ruffles. And, these bright bloomers from RuffleButts are the stylish way to cover a diaper.

Available in sizes to fit infants and preschoolers, the 100 percent cotton bloomers are $16 and can be embroidered for an additional $8. The holidays are approaching and no lil darling should celebrate without a pair of personalized fancy pants.

What's a girl to wear with these feminine frilled bottoms? Check out the company's swing tops and coordinating tees or don them under a dress.

Snap Up These Swimsuits! A New Cute, Clever Line For Lil Girls

Kate Stahl — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:04:08 PDT

If you've ever taken your diaper-wearing daughter to the beach or pool, you've probably experienced the frustration of changing her while she's wearing a wet, impossible-to-pull-off swimsuit. When new mom Kimberly Goodwin took her daughter, Reese, to the beach in Nantucket for the first time a couple of years ago, she found inspiration from that frustration and created genius swimwear line, Snapping Turtle Kids. Goodwin, a New Yorker who formerly worked at Lucky and Vogue, has created a line that's equal parts fashion and function. The prints - inspired by different vacation spots like Palm Beach and Malibu - are totally adorable, and the designs feature stainless steel snaps for swimsuits and 100 percent cotton terry cloth for cover-ups and hats. Keep clicking to check out the line, which has officially made me even more excited for Summer - diaper changes and all!

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links

Rebecca M Gruber — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 04:33:32 PDT

These baby shower-themed cake pops may be the cutest things ever!
We've found the sweetest one-of-a-kind baby shower invitations - truly drool-worthy!
They're Goop-worthy! Gwyneth Paltrow shared her favorite picks for baby and moms-to-be.
The latest designer diapers are so cute you won't want to cover them up!
We spoke with Tori Spelling about her fourth pregnancy and planning her kids' parties.
Hilary Duff showed off baby Luca - see how other celeb babies have made their public debut.
Ready, set, babyproof!
Victoria's Secret may be hidden in their water! Three models are currently expecting!
Is tighter better when it comes to maternity clothes?
Don't miss our list of baby registry essentials.

Your Diaper Bag Must Haves

LilSugar — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 07:46:50 PDT

You've got the baby, the stroller, now you need the goods for your diaper bag. What to stash may seem like a daunting task, so we've streamlined the process for you. The below necessities are all you really need, and it's a good idea not to overstuff your bag to the point of it becoming a backbreaker (remember, you've also got a little person to tote around). As for the extras, pick and choose what's important for you.

The Necessities

Diapers: Follow the rule of always bringing a few more than you think you'll need.
Wipes: Stock up on travel-sized packages so that you'll always have some ready to go.
Diaper Cream: Save any sample-size tubes that you get from the pediatrician or baby store, and keep them in your bag.
Changing Pad: Most diaper bags come with them, so only purchase an extra if it's necessary.
Change of Clothes: You never know when a diaper's going to explode or spit-up's going to become a mess.
Sealable Plastic Bags: These become trash bags in a pinch.
Bottle, Formula, or Snacks: Pack accordingly, depending on the length (or potential length) of your outing.

The Extras

Bottled Water: For you to drink, to use with powdered formula, or to rinse off any other surprises that may come your way.
First Aid Kit: It can never hurt to be prepared . . .
Toys and Other Distractions: You know your baby best! If there's a go-to stuffed animal or "lovey" that he or she can't live without, bump this up to the "necessities" category.
Sling or Wrap: If your baby prefers to be carried, this may save tears when you arrive at your destination.
Blanket: To serve as a shade, nursing cover, changing pad, or burp cloth in a pinch.
Hand Sanitizer: If you're looking to streamline, wipes can do double-duty here. Otherwise, a little bottle doesn't take up much room.

Diaper Bag Pictured Above: StorkSak Isabella Nylon in Black ($235)

Could Your New Baby Come With a Million Dollar Price Tag?

LilSugar — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:02:42 PDT

When Australian tourist Rachel Evans unexpectedly went into labor at Vancouver International Airport last Summer, some three months before her due date, the baby's health and well-being were the immediate concern for the new mom and dad John Kan. After the baby, Piper, was born, she needed 90 days of neonatal care, and while the couple took out travel insurance and extra coverage, they did not realize that the policy wouldn't cover the birth of the baby.

The total cost of the bill that they recently received? According to Canada's National Post, $726,000. And while this is certainly not the norm, it also wasn't a clerical error or typo. "It is very uncommon for an out-of-country family to require a long stay at BC Women’s and not have those costs covered by insurance," Jan Christilaw, the hospital's president, said.

While the chance of your receiving a nearly million dollar hospital bill is highly unlikely (thank goodness!), you'll want to at least have an idea of what you're in for in terms of the costs associated with a new baby before the big day arrives. While flowers and balloons are welcome in the delivery room, sticker shock is not!

Keep reading to see how much it will really cost you to have a baby.

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Katie Henry — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:55:32 PDT

This Season's Designer Diapers Will Have Baby Prancing Around in Style

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:37:29 PDT

Who says diapers need a cover? When the weather turns warm, one of the first things mamas tend to do is shed their lil one's pants. But who wants to see a tot running around in a plain old, cartoon character-designed nappy? The designer diaper trend is still going strong and the latest entries to the category will have mamas hoping the warm weather is here to stay! Check them out!