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Will the Gosselin Kids Go From Gymboree to Ed Hardy?

LilSugar — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:43:11 -0700

Cara, Mady, Alexis, Hannah, Leah, Aaden, Collin, and Joel often sport coordinating apparel from Gymboree on TLC's show Jon and Kate Plus 8. The children have also worn preppy items from Gap, Inc. and customized tees from Em Tanner Designs . While Kate was normally the parent who chose what the youngsters wore and Jon was more of the dresser, things might be changing in light of their divorce.

The famous father who used to don biblical shirts and Banana Republic duds has made a recent and noticeable wardrobe switch to the tattooed and bedazzled designs of Ed Hardy. Over the weekend, he mixed business with pleasure in St. Tropez as he boated and partied with a lady friend and the brand's fashion designer, Christian Audigier. Supposedly, the two are discussing a line for kids. Would you purchase the items for your lil ones?

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Celebaby Style: David Banda

babysugar — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:00:54 -0700

Little David Banda is not a baby anymore. The darling boy showed just how grown up he is as he pushed a stroller through a grassy NYC park. Perhaps he was trying to show older siblings Lourdes and Rocco that he's big enough to take care of a wee one, too. Although, he may want to work on the doll's positioning as her feet are straight up in the air!

You'd never know this kiddo isn't a native New Yorker. The tot was outfitted to perfection in his Yankees hat, camouflage shorts, orange tank and Quiksilver flip-flops.

Graco Umbrella Doll Stroller ($13)	Little NY Yankees MVP ($13)
Gymboree Camo Shorts ($14)	Jumping Beans Surfing Frog Tank ($2)	Quiksilver Foundation TD Kids Sandals in Chocolate ($15)

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Bringing Sexy Back: Babeland Comes to Brooklyn Under Fire

babysugar — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 08:00:24 -0800

That crazy Park Slope is at it again – there's another showdown between the stroller pushers and the riotous adults. The Brooklyn neighborhood has welcomed the adult–sex–toy shop Babeland down the street from the tot clothing shop Gymboree and not everyone is thrilled about it.

Parent of a four–year-old son, Bruce Osborne told the New York Post:

I don't think it's the ideal location for a provocative business.

Another mum said:

I don't think it's a great idea.

Me thinks some of those parents may secretly want to purchase a few adult items as they try to bring sexy back to their relationships. But maybe they'd rather order it off the Internet behind a safe screen.

What would you think if a sex shop opened near your Gymboree or baby store?

Supersize This: Furry Feet

babysugar — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 05:01:35 -0800

Marc Jacobs makes cute mouse flats for fashion–forward mothers who feel the need to add some squeak to their feet.

Now Gymboree has done a similar design for stylish lil ladies with faux suede bunny flats (on sale for $18). Adding to the charm, the shoes have furry tails on the heels, floppy ears on the toes, and elastic straps to keep the lil hoppers in tact.

Young gals will take delight in tip toeing their way through the grass and flowers in their own pair of bunnies.

A Few of lil's Favorite Things: July

LilSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0700

The warm weather months may mean a break from school, but most families still have packed calendars and keep busy heading to sporting events, birthday celebrations and out-of-town excursions. From clothing to bags and toiletries to presents, we've rounded up the must haves for July!

Victoria Posy Girl Pendant ($15). Need a personalized gift for your daughter or a birthday girl? Order a custom painted doll necklace from lil pink posies in her likeness.
Baby Banana Brush ($9). This cute yellow toothbrush gets wee ones in the practice of rubbing and brushing their pearly whites. Safer than hard brushes, this one design is flexible and made for small hands.
Dinosaur Plush Backpack ($25). Get your rascal ready for preschool with this green friend and give back. Gymboree donates $1 from the sale of the knapsack to Teach For America.
Blakely Ring Tote ($80). Mom may have retired her diaper bag, but older kids still have junk - sunglasses, soccer jerseys and bottled water - for her to tote. She can carry it all in style with this garden print Kokopax bag.
Pea in the Pod Flare Jeans ($88). For expectant women to be who can't stand dealing with panels, these under belly dungarees will keep you comfy while you spend nine months prepping for the baby-to-be.

Simple or Swank: Gladiator Sandals for Little Gals

LilSugar — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 05:00:54 -0700

If there is one shoe that defines this season, the gladiator sandal is it. While adult trends do not always translate well for tots, the gladiator's flat sole and ankle strap make it great for lil one's looking to steal some of mama's style while walking this Summer.

Simple: The Gymboree Sparkle Gladiator Sandal mimics the latest mommy trend for only $21 by using faux leather straps and big sparkles.
Swank: For more than three times the price, the $65 Primigi Nikita uses real leather and studs on its version of the fashionable footwear.
Which do you prefer?

Heirloom Shower: Pick Up Some Celeb Hand-Me-Downs

LilSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:00:05 -0700

No one ever said a hand-me-down had to come from your cousin, sister or friend. As we celebrate an heirloom fete for babe, consider showering the mama-to-be with some of your favorite celeb's gently used baby gear.

Last year, 76 percent of lilsugar readers voted Nicole Richie their favorite new mama, and now the expectant starlet has teamed up with handmedowns.com to raise money for the Richie-Madden Foundation. Richie is auctioning off some of the items lil Harlow's been sporting around town, including her Maclaren Special Edition Lacoste stroller, a pair of Minnetonka moccasins, a Gymboree romper and Stride Rite Mary Janes. But, like any good auction you have to hurry, bids will only be accepted until April 17th.

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Lil Mark: What's Your Favorite Belly Butter, Lotion or Potion?

LilSugar — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:41 -0700

There are hundreds, if not thousands of different belly butters, cremes, salves and potions aimed at pregnant women's bellies on the market and every mother (or mother-to-be) seems to have her own favorite. I've shared my most trusted stretch mark cures in the past, but I'd love to know what type of other ointments or products you rubbed on your expectant belly.

You can share your picks by bookmarking them on TeamSugar. I'll do a recap next week of your suggestions.

Don't forget to tag your finds as "belly products."

geeksugar has written an explanation of how to bookmark items on TeamSugar if you need a helping hand. Still don't know where to start? To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

Amazon
babystyle
Babies R Us
Etsy
The Flying Pram
Gap
Giggle
Gymboree
Layla Grayce
Modern Nursery
Modern Tots
NoMi
Right Start
Target
Vivre

Come Lil Marking With Me: Baby's Favorite Blanket

LilSugar — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:01:00 -0700

Whether they call it a blankie, cozy or simply point and cry until you find it, every child has a favorite blanket. You know the one that is loved so dearly it begins to tatter and fray?

I want you to share your child's beloved blanket by finding it in its original form, or a similar blanket from the same brand, and bookmarking it on TeamSugar. If you tag your finds as "favorite baby blanket," I'll do a recap next week of your picks.

Geeksugar has written an explanation of how to bookmark items on TeamSugar if you need a helping hand. Still don't know where to start? To see some of my fave online stores, read more.

Amazon
babystyle
Babies R Us
Etsy
The Flying Pram
Gap
Giggle
Gymboree
Layla Grayce
Modern Nursery
Modern Tots
NoMi
Right Start
Target
Vivre

Come Lil Marking With Me: Share Your First Stroller

babysugar — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:08 -0700

Seeing Nicole Richie with her Orbit stroller last week got me thinking about the ever-changing stroller market and the fact that the it buggy tends to change every couple of years. I want you to share the first stroller you used for your kids by bookmarking the model on TeamSugar. If you tag your finds as "my first stroller," I'll do a recap next week of your picks.

Geeksugar has written an explanation of how to bookmark items on TeamSugar if you need a helping hand. Still don't know where to start? To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

Amazon
babystyle
Babies R Us
Etsy
The Flying Pram
Gap
Giggle
Gymboree
Layla Grayce
Modern Nursery
Modern Tots
NoMi
Right Start
Target
Vivre