Kid’s Bargain Style

If you know that I also write My Two Boys then you also know that I am a firm believer of Lead Free Toys. Lilly’s Kids is not necessarily known for Lead Free Toys and does not even have a statement on their site. However, there are several products that I would recommend. You can find a wholesome selection of choices for kids of all ages, from newborns to teens and everyone in between.

This double sided easel and chalkboard has wood trays that hold chalk on one side and dry erase and paint on the other. It is a natural beechwood frame and on sale for $44.98

This 2006 Topps Collection of 650 Baseball Trading Cards is sealed for the investor. Any young boy would love this for Christmas even though its a year out. I know my brother collected them 20 years ago and they are worth a mint now. On sale for $39.99 from $54.98

This portable MP3 Player Case is poly/nylon and stretches to fit most players. Right now it is only $1.98

These cardboard bricks have been a tradition in preschools for generations. They are strong enough to withstand the toughest kids and light enough to lift. Add ons available.

And here is one that looks fantastic but I don’t know agree with the recommendation for 3 months and up. Small items can get caught. (And I don’t know about what it is made of)

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Since we are now adopting domestically I am in need of baby items. We adopted our first child when he was two years old and granted we needed plenty of “baby” items because he was very delayed. He was still in diapers, had just learned to walk, did not have any language skills, and was still not chewing so all of his food was baby food or formula. We got all the essential baby/toddler products like bottles, sippy cups, a crib and bedding, a changing table, toys and toy storage, diaper bag, potty chair, car seat, stroller, etc.

What we are missing? The infant products and I’m craving products from stores like Land of Nod because of the quality and the cute factor. No, this is not some random…I found this site and thought I would promote them…I LOVE this store and have since my friend Carrie had the catalogs in her living room about four years ago. I used to browse while I was babysitting her newborn and dreaming of mine.

So, I went to their site this evening and created my very own registry (which you can hide until you want to show others) and made one for fun. I’m not showing anyone until we are matched with a birth mother.

What we will need:
1. Quality Baby Moses Baskets for sleeping in our room (we have a small house and it would be difficult to fit a bassinet).
2. Baby Girl Diamond Crib Bedding , if its a girl of course. If its a boy again…I have everything.
3. Bebe Pod Infant Seat
4. Chenille, Velvet, and Satin Pastel Baby Blanket
5. Primo Baby EuroBath
6. Good Will Baby Bunting
7. Britax Companion Infant Car Seat - Britax Companion Infant Car Seat
8. Ultra MobiCam Video Monitor - Mobicam Monitor System because I want to keep an eye on AJ…and our monitor is shot!
9. BABYBJÖRN(r) Soft Bib These are my FAVORITE bibs and you can NEVER have enough of them. They are the only ones I used with AJ.
10. Baby Pacifier Pack…AJ ate all the ones I had.
11. Maclaren Rocker . Every baby needs a good rocker, right?
12. Orbit Rocker Cradle. Or, Simply combine the rocker, cradle all in one? And, it fits right into the stroller! Orbit Infant Stroller System

After I created that list I took a look at the Nods and Ends Outlet . Some beautiful blankets, photo albums, and a mobile! I can’t wait to buy baby things!

Ooh! Don’t forget the coupons!
Sure it may be early, but Santa’s reindeer are already in the giving spirit. They’re offering free shipping for our customers on select holiday items. For the best selection, it’s best to shop early. So hoof it on over to landofnod.com, because Santa’s reindeer can’t work gratis forever. Through 12/19/07

And, Free Shipping on all Gift Cards through 12/19/07.

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For anyone who has a toddler or adopted a toddler in diapers this will be an essential diapering tool. I had several friends who told me that adopting/bringing home a two year old would be no problem…that he would be out of diapers in no time and that changing those diapers would be a cinch…just plop him down on the carpet and you will not have a problem, they said.

Easy for them to say. They never had to deal with explosive poops, non English speaking little boys, and sensory avoidant bums. If I could have I would strapped him down each time but in a two story house and a changing table upstairs we ended up changing him on the island in the kitchen and sanitizing it each and every time with Clorox bleach (he had some stomach bacterias that were country born and quite contagious…it was actually better for us to change him on the counter than the rug in this case).

However, if I had something like this I would have been in much better shape (of if I had a bidet but thats another story). The Ubi is a unique new table that actually helps one change a diaper by storing the diaper and

Additional features include fastener straps, hypoallergenic upholstery for easy cleaning, anti-microbial surface that prevents growth of odor causing bacteria, meets US safety standards for changing tables, safety belt, holds up to 30 pounds, and dispenser holds up to size 5 diapers. href='http://www.kidsbargainstyle.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/ubi.jpg' title='ubi.jpg'>

Use this code here for free shipping from or sign up for their newsletter and get 5% off immediately.

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Sckoon has recently been featured in Cookie, Child, Mothering, and even Modern Dog (yes…they actually have doggie clothing!). Why? Because they are all the rage in organic clothing and they are one of the first sites I have found to actually have things on sale!

But why organic clothing? I understand organic foods…its better for the body. Organic clothing can be better for the environment and for your kids. Cotton has up to 25% of the worlds insecticides sprayed on it. Do you want that on your child’s body? Okay, don’t go throwing away all the clothing yet but maybe start phasing it out?

One of my best friends contacted me in search of a sale today because she needed a gift for a friend of hers whose baby just had major heart surgery. I knew I needed to find an all natural, organic outfit that was not fitted.

Cue the Kimono. At $14 it is not a bad price, especially when one is paying for quality.

On Sale Now…My Favorite? This polar bear tee in size 2-4 months…just perfect for those warm winter months in the windy city.

What is also great is that Sckoon carries organic toys, diapers, blankets, hats and bibs, and this is my absolute favorite from the entire site…an engineering marvel. There are no over the head struggles with this baby! I just wish they had larger sizes so I could get one in each size as baby grows.

To get a coupon and add to your savings make sure that you email a friend to get a special offer and sign up to receive updates and coupons. They also offer free shipping with any order over $90.

Look for them on my new Lead Free Toys Widget tomorrow at My Two Boys.

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When we adopted our first son we purchased the safest high chair we could find and we needed all the baby gear we could get.. Since then, manufacturers have come up with unique designs and even safer ways to secure our babies and toddlers to their tables. They have also designed seats that can adapt to smaller homes, modern styles, and the fast paced lifestyles that we live. However, I wish they could bring down the prices. High Chairs that cost $250 to $500 are rarely worth the cost.

Check out this

Svan High Chair…award winning, fully adjustable, and designed for every stage of child development. It is safety certified and ergonomically correct.

The Flair High Chair is a “sleek, futuristic”chair with a foot operated height adjuster, a comfortable seat, and it even converts to a toddler seat (up to age 5).

This high chair is the perfect portable AND at home chair. The KABOOST Portable Chair Booster Green “fits most four legged chairs, snaps on in seconds, has 2 height positions, and holds up to 300 pounds.”

I just bought this infant seat for a good friend of mine who had not registered for it. She was ecstatic to get it. The Baby Bumbo has RAVE reviews at One Step Ahead.

And this, is my absolutely favorite new booster seat. The Land of Nod: just rocks my world.

But, whichever way you go, go safe and use this code at One Step Ahead One Step Ahead 15% off $100 or more code SEPAFFB.

Some high chair shopping tips:
1. Skip the expensive chairs with metal legs. The screws fall apart.
2. Don’t buy one with toys attached. You pay extra for the toys and they become caked with food. Additionally, it only encourages play at the table. Why not encourage food play?
3. Don’t buy the reclining seat because they can be dangerous. Feeding a child solid food while reclining can cause choking.
4. Easy to clean, take apart, and store.
5. Pass on the hand-me-downs. They can be dangerous, especially if they are painted with wood.
6. Wheels are dangerous scoot toys. My son decided that he could muster up a scoot while in the chair and almost toppled himself. Granted, he was quite creative but it can happen.

Tips adapted from Bargain Buys for Baby’s First Year.

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Do your kids like to sing, dance, get down? Do they love Dan Zanes as much as I do, ooops, AJ does? Well, The Land of Nod: now has Nod Cast Pod Cast featuring kid’s artists’ such as Dan Zanes.

I know most of our toddlers would absolutely love Dan Zanes who stars on the Disney Channel quite often, and my absolute personal FAVORITE, ELLA JENKINS. I hadn’t heard the name in so long I don’t think I would have remembered it until I saw it…or heard her voice. But, as soon as I saw her picture and pulled up the titles of her songs I was transported back to 1981…the day my mother took me out of Kindergarten to go see her in concert. She was mesmerizing. Her voice boomed from the stage, captivated each and every wide-eyed child and every mother was satisfied with a few hours of relaxation.

My mom, a kindergarten teacher, and child at heart, pulled us all out of school for the day to see Ella Jenkins in concert. I remember watching her sing “I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream.” It was my favorite song for the longest time. That, and “Miss Mary Mack”, who, obviously had buttons all down her back.

Toddler Moms, do you know the words? I DARE YOU.

Almost all of The Land of Nod CDs are now $12.98 or less! Plus, all CDs now ship FREE! You’ll find tons of new titles and sound samples. We think it’s the coolest selection of kids’ music on the plant. We think you will, too.

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Osh Kosh stores have up to 70 percent off. Go here to find stores near you. Here is a extra printable coupon.

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This is my favorite collection at Coco BonBons. Now, I don’t usually post an item this expensive but use the code buycoco and get %20 off at purchase.

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When one of my best friends wore a t-shirt that stated she was married to a nerd I thought I would die laughing. Now, if my son were to wear this shirt…I would LOVE IT!

But, don’t forget your teens in this deal.

Coupon: $5 off orders of $30 or more. Expires 9/15/2007. Use coupon code “liberty”

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One Step Ahead, one of my favorites for baby and toddler essentials is offering 15% off an order of $100 or more until August 31 with this link. Click on the picture to get your coupon code.

If you have older kids…head to Leaps and Bounds for the same deal. Just click on the link to get your coupon code.

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